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. Do not use a defective
product. Do the safety checks, maintenance and
service instructions described in this manual.
• Faulty cutting attachment can increase the risk of
accidents.
• Check the gear for dirt and cracks. Clean off grass
and leaves from the gear using a brush. Gloves
should be worn when necessary.
• Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
• Check that the trimmer head is completely attached
to the trimmer.
• All covers, guards and handles must be fitted before
starting.
• Check that the product is in perfect working order.
Check that all nuts and screws are tight.
• Check that the trimmer head and trimmer guard are
not damaged or cracked. Replace the trimmer head
or trimmer guard if it has been exposed to impact or
are cracked. Always use the recommended guard for
the cutting attachment you are using. See chapter on
Technical data.
• This product is a dangerous tool if you are not
careful or if you use the product incorrectly. This
product can cause serious injury or death to the
operator or others.
• This appliance 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 concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• Never allow children to use or be in the vicinity of the
machine. Since the machine is easy to start, children
may be able to start it if they are not kept under full
surveillance. This can mean a risk of serious
personal injury. Therefore disconnect the battery
when the machine is not under close supervision.
• Never allow children or other persons not trained in
the use of the product and/or the battery to use or
service it.
• Store the equipment in a lockable area so that it is
out of reach of children and unauthorized persons.
• The transport guard must always be used for storage
and transport.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area at
all times and especially when switching on the
motor.
• Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
attachment until it has stopped completely when the
product is deactivated.
• Do not remove the cut material, or let other persons
remove cut material, while the product is activated or
the cutting equipment rotates, as this can result in
serious injury.
• Keep in mind that it is you, the operator that is
responsible for not exposing people or their property
to accidents or hazards.
• Under no circumstances may the design of the
product be modified without the permission of the
manufacturer. Always use original accessories. Non-
authorized modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator or others. Your warranty may not cover
damage or liability caused by the use of non-
authorized accessories or replacement parts.
• The only accessories you can operate with this
product are the cutting attachments recommended in
the technical data chapter.
• Never use a product that has been modified in any
way from its original specification
• Never use a product that is faulty. Carry out the
safety checks, maintenance and service instructions
described in this manual. Some maintenance and
service measures must be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. See instructions under the
Maintenance heading.
• Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings
added risk. Due to the added risk, it is not
recommended to use the machine in very bad
weather, for instance in dense fog, heavy rain,
strong winds, intense cold, risk of lightning, etc
• Never work from a ladder, stool or any other raised
position that is not fully secured.
• Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors
• It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation
you can face. Always exercise care and use your
common sense. Avoid all situations which you
consider to be beyond your capability. If you still feel
uncertain about operating procedures after reading
these instructions, you should consult an expert
before continuing.
• Ensure that no people or animals come closer than
15 meters while you work. When several operators
are working in the same area the safety distance
should be at least 15 metres. Otherwise there is a
risk of serious personal injury. Stop the product
immediately if anyone approaches. Never swing the
product around without first checking behind you to
make sure that no one is within the safety zone.
• If anything jams in the cutting attachment while you
operate the product, stop and deactivate the product.
Make sure that the cutting attachment stops
completely. Remove the battery before you clean,
inspect or repair the product and/or the cutting
equipment.
• Ensure that people, animals or other things can not
affect your control of the product or that they do not
come in contact with the cutting attachment or loose
objects that are thrown out by the cutting
attachment. However, do not use the product unless
you are able to call for help in the event of an
accident.
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