11
GB
Initial Operation
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Inspect these Edging Accu Shears before
every use.
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Never disable the safety devices.
Do not use these Edging Accu Shears if the
safety devices and / or the blades have been
damaged or are worn out.
Proper Use
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Only use the Edging Accu Shears for the
purposes specified in these instructions.
WARNING !
Personal Injury and Damage
to Property !
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The Eging Accu Shears are
not intended for cutting hed-
ges or chopping material up
for composting.
Work Clothes
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Do not wear loosely hanging clothes or
jewellery etc.
They could become caught
in the machine.
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Wear gloves, sturdy shoes and long trou-
sers to protect your legs.
Working Area
You are responsible for the safety of the
working area.
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Make sure that there are no other people
(especially children) or animals anywhere
near the working area.
Area to be Cut
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Inspect the area to be cut before beginning.
Remove any objects from the area.
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Look for objects while you are working.
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If you should come across any obstacles
when cutting, turn off the shears by relea-
sing the switch on button
9
.
Operating Your Edging Accu Shears
WARNING !
Personal Injury and Damage !
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v
Keep your hands and feet away from the
cutting tool, especially when the Accu-
Shears are switched on !
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Never switch on the Accu Shears while
you are adjusting the joint.
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If the cutting blades become blocked, turn
off the shears (release the switch on button
9
) and remove the object (thick branch or
another object) using a blunt device.
Never use your fingers to remove objects
as the blades can cause serious cuts and
injuries.
Charging
ATTENTION ! FIRE RISK !
V
Never charge the Accus near
acids or easily inflammable
materials.
The charging cable should be checked regu-
larly for signs of damage or ageing (brittlen-
ess) and may only be used if it is in perfect
condition.
Fire risk !
Only use the original GARDENA charging
device or one authorised by GARDENA.
Non-rechargeable batteries must not be
charged with this battery charger (danger
of fire).
The Edging Accu Shears must not be opera-
ted while the battery is charging.
Working Conditions
Only work when visibility is good.
Be particularly careful when walking back-
wards. You might stumble!
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When working ensure you adopt a sturdy
stance.
Interrupting Your Work
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Never leave the Edging Accu Shears un-
attended at the working area. If you should
interrupt your work, store the Shears in a
safe place.
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If you interrupt your work to move to
another working area, you must switch off
the Edging Accu Shears until you reach the
new working area (release the switch on
button
9
).
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Never use your Shears when it is raining or
in a damp, wet area.
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Always cover the blade with the blade
guard when moving / transporting the
Shrub Shears.
