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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GRASS TRIMMERS
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This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons
unless they have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to
ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
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Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use
the trimmer.
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Avoid using the trimmer, while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.
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Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or without guards in place.
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Switch on the trimmer only when the hands and feet are away from the
cutting head.
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Never fit metal cutting blades.
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Use only the manufacturer's recommended replacement parts and accessories.
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Always remove the battery when leaving the trimmer unattended.
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Disconnect the trimmer from the battery before carrying out maintenance or
cleaning work.
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Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Have the trimmer repaired only
by an authorised repairer.
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Take care against injury from the blade(s). After replacing blades, always
return the trimmer to its normal operating position before switching on.
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When not in use, store the trimmer out of the reach of children.
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Face the cutting head away from you, other people and animals while the
power is connected to the grass trimmer (especially during operation).
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Disconnect the battery when changing blades or clearing grass from under
the guard.
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Disconnect the battery from the trimmer before making any adjustments.
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Use both handles when operating the grass trimmer.
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Keep ventilation openings clear of debris. Keep handles dry, clean and free of
oil and grease.
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Never reach underneath the trimmer (the cutting area) until it has completely
stopped and the battery has been disconnected.
