WARNING: Before
operating the Garden Groom,
read this manual and follow all safety and
Operating Instructions.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
Safe use of Your Garden Groom PRO
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WARNING:
When using electric hedge trimmers, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
Polarized Appliance Connections
- To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized
extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized
extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not
fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized
extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet.
This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug.
If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment
plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in
any way.
For all hedge trimmers:
1) Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use hedge trimmers
in damp or wet locations.
2) Don't Use In Rain.
3) Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a
distance from work area.
4) Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and substantial footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5) Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
6) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the
hedge trimmer. Receptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
7) Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job
except that for which it is intended.
8) Warning - To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only
with an extension cord intended for outdoor use, shuch as
SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A
or SJTOW-A.
9) Extension Cord - Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1
shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
To reduce the risk of disconnection of hedge trimmer cord
from the extension cord during operating, please make a
knot as shown in Figure 1.
10) Avoid unintentional Starting - Don't carry plugged-in
hedge trimmer with finger on switch. Be sure switch is
off when plugging in.
11) Don't Abuse Cord - Never carry hedge trimmer by
cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
12) Danger - Risk of Cut - Keep Hands Away From
Blades - Keep both hands on handles when power is
on.
13) Don't Force Hedge Trimmer - It will do the job better
and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
14) Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
15) Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate hedge trimmer when
you are tired.
16) Disconnect Hedge Trimmer - Disconnect the hedge
trimmer from the power supply when not in use or
when changing accessories.
17) Store Idle Hedge Trimmer Indoors - When not in
use, hedge trimmer should be stored indoors in dry, and
high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
18) Maintain Hedge Trimmer With Care -
Follow instructions for changing accessories.
trimmer cord periodically, and if damaged,
have it repaired by an authorized electrician. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
19) Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the
hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
condition that may affect its operation. If a guard or other
part is damaged, immediately discontiue use of the
Garden Groom, contact dealer or go to
www.gardengroom.com
20) Wear proper apparel, keep both hands on the
grasping surfaces and keep supply cord away from
the cutting area.
21) The max. diameter of stems intended to be cut with
this hedge trimmer is 0.8”.
22) When operating the trimmer, keep extension cord
behind trimmer. Never drape it over hedge being
trimmed.
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