Cordless Hedge Trimmer
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. THIS TOOL CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read instructions carefully for the
correct handling, preparation, maintenance,
starting and stopping of the tool. Be familiar
with all controls and proper use of the tool.
2. Only use the tool in daylight or good artificial
light.
3. Never allow children to use the tool.
4. Beware of overhead power lines.
5. Avoid operating while people, especially
children are nearby.
6. Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery which can be caught in moving
parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear,
and safety glasses is recommended.
7. If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off.
Remove the battery before attempting to
remove any obstructions.
8. Remove the battery before checking,
maintenance or working on the tool.
9. While operating the tool always be sure of a
safe and secure operating position especially
when using steps or a ladder.
10. Do not attempt to repair the tool.
11. Do not operate the tool with a damaged or
excessively worn cutting device.
12. Always wear ear protection, goggle and
helmet during operating.
13. Always ensure that all guards are fitted
when using the tool. Never attempt to use an
incomplete tool or a tool with unauthorized
modifications.
14. Always use two hands to operate the tool.
15. When transporting or storing the tool,
always fit the blade sheath.
16. Always be aware of your surroundings and
stay alert for possible hazards that you may
not hear due to the noise of the tool.
17. Do not carry the tool with your hands
on the switch unless the battery has been
removed.
18. If you have not used a hedge trimmer
before, preferably seek practical instruction
by an experienced user in addition to studying
this manual.
19. Never touch the blades while the tool is
running.
20. Never attempt to force the blades to come
to a standstill.
21. Do not put the tool down until the blade
has come to a complete standstill.
22. Regularly check the blades for damage
and wear. Do not use the machine when the
blades are damaged.
23. Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal
wire, railings) when trimming. Should you
accidentally hit any such object, immediately
switch the tool off and check for any damage.
24. Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally,
immediately switch it off and check for any
damage.
25. Always be aware of falling debris when
cutting the higher sides of a hedge.
26. Be aware of the cutting blade; always wear
gloves to protect your hands from cut.
NOTE:
Do not switch the hedge trimmer on
and off frequently over a short period of time,
and in particular do not play with the ON/OFF
switch.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOLS
Symbols are used in this manual to attract your
attention to possible risks. The safety symbols
and the explications which accompany them
must be perfectly understood. The warning
themselves do not prevent the risks and can
not be a substitute for proper methods of
avoiding accidents.
Ni-Cd
Before any use, refer to the
corresponding paragraph in the
present manual.
Warning!
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear dust mask.
Do not expose to rain.
Keep hands away.
Do not dispose of batteries in rivers
or immerse in water.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
They will explode and cause injury.
Contains NI-CD battery. Battery
must be recycles or disposed of
properly.
Do not dipose of batteries. Return
exhausted batteries to your local
collection or recycling point.
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
HEDGE TRIMMERS
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