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Bosch Power Tools
F 016 L81 308 | (21.9.15)
Beware of thrown or flying objects to
bystanders.
Warning: Keep a safe distance from the
machine when operating.
Operation
This machine is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction con-
cerning use of the machine by a per-
son responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to en-
sure that they do not play with the
machine.
Never allow children or people unfa-
miliar with these instructions to use
the trimmer. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator. When
not in use, store the trimmer out of
reach of children.
Never operate the trimmer with miss-
ing or broken guards or shields or
without guards or shields in position.
Before using the machine and after
impact, check for signs of wear or
damage and repair if necessary.
Never operate the product when you
are tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Always wear long heavy trousers,
boots and gloves. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewellery, short trousers,
sandals and newer work barfoot.
Wear safety eye protection and ear
defenders when operating the ma-
chine.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach.
Never work with this trimmer while
people, especially children or pets
are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
Wait until the blade has completely
stopped before touching it. The blade
continues to rotate after the trimmer
is switched off; a rotating blade can
cause injury.
Work only in daylight or in good artifi-
cial light.
Avoid operating the trimmer in bad
weather conditions especially when
there is a risk of lightning.
Operating the trimmer in wet grass
decreases the efficiency of perfor-
mance.
Switch off when transporting the
trimmer to and from the area to be
worked on.
Switch on the motor only when the
hands and feet are away from the cut-
ting means.
Do not put hands or feet near the cut-
ting system.
Remove battery before blade change.
Never fit metal cutting elements to
this trimmer.
Inspect and maintain the trimmer
regularly.
Have the trimmer repaired only by an
authorized customer service agent.
Always ensure that the ventilation
slots are kept clear of debris.
Remove the battery:
– whenever you leave the machine
unattended for any period of time
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