NEUTON
Battery-Powered 22" Hedge Trimmer
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Safety & Operating Instructions
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Protecting Yourself and Those around You
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Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the Trimmer and the
activity of trimming. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
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Never allow bystanders, or pets in your work area when operating the Trimmer. Stop the tool if anyone enters the area.
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Only allow responsible individuals who have a thorough understanding of these instructions to operate the Trimmer. Never allow children
to operate the tool.
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If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, please do not do it.
Dressing Appropriately
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Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when using your
NEUTON Battery-Powered 22" Hedge Trimmer to protect your eyes from possible thrown clippings.
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We recommend the use of ear protectors or earplugs rated for at least 20 DBA to protect your hearing.
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Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using the Trimmer. If you have safety shoes, wear them. Do not use the Trimmer while barefoot or
wearing sandals with exposed toes or heels.
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Wear a protective covering to contain long hair and avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on the Trimmer’s moving parts.
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We recommend wearing long pants and rubber gloves while using this tool. Be sure the gloves fit properly and do not have loose cuffs or
drawstrings.
Preparing to Use Your Trimmer
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the Trimmer and in the manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the control and the proper use
of the Trimmer before starting.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where you will be using the Trimmer, and remove all wire, sticks, and any other foreign objects which could get
caught in the Trimmer Blades.
Operating Your Trimmer Safely
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If the Trimmer jams on any electrical cord or line,
DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADES; THEY CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY
DANGEROUS
. Safely disconnect the damaged electrical cord or line from its power source. If possible, do so safely. If in doubt, call an
electrician or an electrical contractor for assistance. Failure to heed this DANGER will result in death or serious personal injury.
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This Trimmer can sever body parts! Keep hands and feet away from the Blades and always keep both hands on the Handles when using the
Trimmer.
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Do not use your NEUTON Battery-Powered 22" Hedge Trimmer for any job other than the intended use.
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Avoid unintentional starting - don't carry the NEUTON Battery-Powered 22" Hedge Trimmer with your finger on the ON/OFF Switch.
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Do not put any part of your body near the Trimming Blades when operating. Keep both hands on the Handles.
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Never attempt to move cut material or hold material that you are cutting when the Blades are moving.
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Remove the Battery Pack when inspecting, cleaning, or clearing any jammed material from the Trimmer Blades.
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Never pick up or hold the Trimmer by the cutting Blades.
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Be aware that the cutting Blades coast to a stop after releasing the ON/OFF Trigger; they do not stop immediately.
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Do not operate the Trimmer in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
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Never over reach and keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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Do not force the Trimmer - it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury when cutting at its own rate.
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Operate only in daylight or in an area well lit by artificial light.
