SAFETY INFORMATION
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• SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that
may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly,
operating, maintenance and repair information.
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read the operator’s manual(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator
and/or bystanders.
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING:
Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye
injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989
standards and ear protection when operating this unit. Use a full face shield
when needed.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING:
Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at
least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area. If anyone enters the work area, stop
the unit!
SYMBOL
MEANING
• WEAR SAFETY FOOTWEAR
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.
• WEAR SAFETY GLOVES
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling the unit.
• DO NOT USE IN THE RAIN
WARNING:
Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your
unit in the rain or in damp or wet conditions. Moisture is a shock hazard.
• SHARP BLADE
WARNING:
There is a sharp blade on the cutting attachment
shield. To prevent serious injury, do not touch the line cutting blade.
• Grip the unit firmly with both hands when the motor is running. Keep the left hand on the D-handle
and the right hand on the rear handle. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the
handles. Follow all the
Proper Grip on Handles
instructions in the
Operating Instructions
section.
• Adjust the D-handle to provide the best grip.
• Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all other body parts away from moving parts. Do not try to touch or
stop moving parts when they rotate.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, avoid body contact with grounded conductors, such as metal pipes
or wire fences.
• Always stop the motor when operation is delayed, before setting down the unit or when walking from one
location to another. Make sure the unit comes to a complete stop.
• To avoid accidental starting, never carry the unit with fingers on the switch trigger. Always carry the unit by the
handles with the battery removed.
• Always make sure the lock-off button is in the locked or OFF position before installing or removing the battery.
• If the unit strikes or becomes entangled with a foreign object, stop the motor immediately, remove
the battery and check for damage. Do not restart or operate the unit before repairing damage.
• This unit is intended for infrequent use by homeowners. It is not intended for prolonged use.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• A battery-operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only
with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery
may create a risk or fire when used with another battery.
• Use a battery-operated tool only with specific battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a
risk of fire.
• When the battery is not installed in the unit, keep it away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other metal objects that could make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting
the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns or a fire.
Battery Pack and Charger Safety
•
DO NOT
probe the charger with conductive material. The charging terminals hold 120 V.
•
DO NOT
insert battery into the charger if the battery pack is cracked or damaged.
•
DO NOT
charge any batteries except the ones specified by the charger.
•
DO NOT
try to use the charger for any other purposes than what is presented in the operator’s manual.
• Keep charger away from all liquid.
• Do not allow the battery pack or charger to overheat. If they are warm, allow them to cool down.
Recharge only at room temperature; 32 and 104˚ F (0 and 40˚ C).
• Do not cover the ventilation slots on the charger. Do not place charger on a soft surface. Keep the
ventilation slots of the charger clean and clear of dirt and debris.
• Do not allow small metal items or material such as steel wool, aluminum foil or other foreign
particles into the charger cavity.
• Unplug the charger before cleaning and when not in use.
• Do not connect two chargers together.
• Keep the charger in a cool and dry area.
• Never use the cord to carry the charger. Never remove the plug from the power outlet by pulling it
by the cord. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Do not use the charger if the cord is damaged.
• Do not place the charger where the power cord might be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to
damage.
Grounding
In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric
current and reduces the risk of electric shock.
This battery charger is double insulated and has a two-prong polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the power
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
DO NOT change the plug in any way. IN ALL cases, make sure the power outlet is properly grounded.
If you are not sure, have a certified electrician check the power outlet.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
•
DO NOT
perform maintenance procedures other than those described in this manual. Do not
attempt to repair; there are no user serviceable parts inside.
• If the unit is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water, do not use the unit.
• Follow all maintenance instructions in this manual.
• Before inspecting, servicing, cleaning, storing, transporting or replacing any parts on the unit:
1. Stop the motor. Make sure the lock-off button is in the locked or OFF position.
2. Make sure all moving parts have stopped.
3. Remove the battery.
4. Allow the unit to cool.
• Never remove, modify or make inoperative any safety device furnished with the unit.
• Frequently inspect the unit for damage. Before further use, any damaged part should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. Damaged parts should be properly repaired or replaced.
• If the unit starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor, remove the battery and allow the unit to cool.
Then inspect the unit for the cause of the vibration. Vibration is generally an indicator of trouble.
• Use only original manufacturer replacement parts and accessories, which are designed specifically
to enhance the performance and maximize the safe operation of the product. Failure to do so may
cause poor performance and possible injury.
• Remove the battery from the unit when not in use.
• Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
• When not in use, store the unit indoors in a locked-up and dry, or high and dry, place to prevent
unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the reach of children.
• Keep the handles dry, clean and free from debris, oil and grease. Clean the unit after each use. Never
douse or spray the unit with water or any other liquid. Do not wash the unit with a hose; avoid getting
water in the motor and electrical connections. Do not use solvents or strong detergents.
• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE
INJURY
WARNING:
Small objects can be propelled at high speed,
causing injury. Keep away from the rotating cutter.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
If battery fluid gets in the eyes, flush immediately with clean
water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention. Do not charge the battery
pack in the rain or in wet conditions. Do not immerse the unit, battery pack, or charger in
water or other liquid.
WARNING:
The battery pack may develop a small leak under extreme usage
or temperature conditions. If the outer seal is broken and the leakage gets on skin:
- Use soap and water to wash the area immediately.
- Neutralize with lemon juice, vinegar or other mild acid.
And seek medical attention immediately.
