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5.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
fire, explosion or risk of injury.
6.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or tem
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perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7.
Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specified in the instruc
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tions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
Service
1.
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2.
Never service damaged battery packs.
Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3.
Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer
Safety Warnings
1.
Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.
Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving.
Blades
continue to move after the switch is turned off. A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
2.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
blade stopped and taking care not to operate
any power switch.
Proper carrying of the hedge
trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent start-
ing and resultant personal injury from the blades.
3.
When transporting or storing the hedge trim-
mer, always fit the blade cover.
Proper handling
of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of
personal injury from the blades.
4.
When clearing jammed material or servicing
the unit, make sure all power switches are off
and the battery pack is removed or discon-
nected.
Unexpected actuation of the hedge trim-
mer while clearing jammed material or servicing
may result in serious personal injury.
5.
Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring.
Blades contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
6.
Keep all power cords and cables away from
cutting area.
Power cords or cables may be hid
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den in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally
cut by the blade.
7.
Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather con-
ditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning.
This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
8.
To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use
the pole hedge trimmer near any electrical
power lines.
Contact with or use near power lines
may cause serious injury or electric shock result
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ing in death.
9.
Always use two hands when operating the pole
hedge trimmer.
Hold the pole hedge trimmer with
both hands to avoid loss of control.
10.
Always use head protection when operating
the pole hedge trimmer overhead.
Falling debris
can result in serious personal injury.
Additional Safety Instructions
Preparation
1.
THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully
for the correct handling, preparation, main-
tenance, starting and stopping of the tool.
Become familiar with all controls and the
proper use of the tool.
2.
Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
3.
The tool must not be used by children or
young persons under 18 years of age.
Young
persons over 16 years of age may be exempted
from this restriction if they are undergoing training
under the supervision of an expert.
4.
In the event of an emergency, switch off
the tool and remove the battery cartridge
immediately.
5.
DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contact
with blade will result in serious personal injury.
6.
Only use with handle and guard properly
assembled to the tool.
The use of the tool
without the proper guard or handle provided may
result in serious personal injury.
7.
First-time users should have an experienced
user show them how to use the tool.
8.
Before operation, examine the work area for
wire fences, stones, or other solid objects.
They can damage the blades.
9.
Use the tool only if you are in good physical
condition.
If you are tired, your attention will be
reduced. Be especially careful at the end of a
working day. Perform all work calmly and carefully.
The user is responsible for all damages to third
parties.
10.
Before starting work, check to make sure that
the tool is in good and safe working order.
Ensure guards are fitted properly. The tool
must not be used unless fully assembled.
11.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
Personal protective equipment
1.
Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
basic equipment of the tool and must always
be worn when working with it. Also wear
sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
2.
Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to pre
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vent hearing loss.
3.
Wear protective goggles, safety helmet and
protective gloves to protect yourself from
flying debris or falling objects.
4.
When touching blades or adjusting the blade
angle, wear protective gloves.
Blades can cut
bare hands severely.
