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SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNING
Do not operate near electrical power lines. The unit has not been designed to provide
protection from electric shock in the event of contact with overhead electric lines. Consult
local regulations for safe distances from overhead electric power lines and ensure that the
operating position is safe and secure before operating the saw chain pole pruner.
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power
tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
FOR ALL APPLIANCES
• Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.
• Don’t Use In Rain.
• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
• 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.
• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
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Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don’t insert battery pack in appliance with finger on switch.
Be sure switch is off when insert battery pack.
• Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the
appliance.
• Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at
the rate for which it was designed.
• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when
you are tired.
• Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry,
and high or locked-up place – out of reach of children.
• Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and
to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized
service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles
dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the appliance, 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. A guard
or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
• Use only Kobalt 80-volt batteries (KB 280-06, KB 2580-06, KB 380-06).
