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• Check that there are no people, animals or other obstacles in the work area.
Carefully remove any objects that could fasten in or be thrown by the lawn trimmer.
• Carefully inspect the area where the lawn trimmer is to be used and remove
any objects that could damage the lawn trimmer.
• Keep enough distance to moving parts when the lawn trimmer is in operation.
• Hold people and animals at a distance of at least 15 metres when working,
otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or injury caused by thrown objects.
• Only use the lawn trimmer in daylight, or in good artificial lighting.
• Do not work above hip height. Do not lean forwards or backwards.
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, ties, scarves, etc., as these can get caught in
moving parts. Always wear heavy-duty shoes and long trousers when using the
lawn trimmer.
• Be careful to avoid slipping or falling, especially when walking backwards.
• Risk of injury! When a new line has been pulled out, hold the trimmer in the
normal working position before the trimmer starts.
• Keep the ventilation openings clean and clear of blockage.
• Never insert objects into the lawn trimmer’s ventilation openings.
• Never fit metal blades on the lawn trimmer.
• If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by qualified service personnel
to avoid danger.
• Do not remove or cover symbols and markings on the lawn trimmer.
Additional safety instructions for the lawn trimmer
• Exercise extreme care when handling the guard, as this has a very sharp edge
on one side for cutting the nylon line.
• Never hold the trimmer head higher than foot level and never direct it towards
people or animals during use.
• If the trimmer starts to vibrate strongly. Switch it off immediately and ask a
qualified service technician to examine it.
• WARNING: The trimmer head continues to rotate for several seconds after
being switched off.
• Always remove branches, stones, etc. in the area to be trimmed before using
your trimmer.
• Always trim across slopes, never up/down.