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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
DANGER!
This unit can be
dangerous! Careless or im-
proper use can cause
serious or even fatal injury.
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the unit.
DANGER!
Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head
protection when operating this unit. Do not stand beneath branch being
cut.
Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.
SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
When using an electric pruner or any other electric garden-
ing appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec-
tric shock, and serious injury. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be fol-
lowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, and to provide reasonable safety and
efficiency in using this unit. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions
in this manual and on the unit. Read the entire instruction manual before assembling and using
the unit! Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings
and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Never allow children to use this unit. Do not allow
the unit to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children. Always dis-
connect unit from power source when not in use, before making repairs or adjustments, and when
changing accessories and attachments such as bar, chain or guards. Nonconforming replace-
ment components or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible
injury to the operator or bystanders. Use only accessories and replacement parts as recom-
mended. Use only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).
WARNING:
Because a pruner is a
high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce the
risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of
this tool can cause serious or even fatal injury.
PLAN AHEAD
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Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instructions
before attempting to use the unit.
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Restrict the use of your unit to adult users
who understand and can follow safety rules,
precautions, and operating instructions found
on the unit and in this manual. Never allow
children to operate this unit. Close attention
is necessary when used near children.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fit-
ting clothing; heavy, long pants, and long
sleeves; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye
protection such as non-fogging, vented
goggles or face screen; an approved safety
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular us-
ers should have hearing checked regularly as
motor noise can damage hearing. Secure hair
above shoulder length. Secure or remove
loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
