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Gene al
1. Conside wo k a ea envi onment
Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the
tool in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work
area well lit. Do not use the tool where there is
a risk of causin fire or explosion, i.e. in the
presence of flammable liquids and ases. Keep
the work area free from debris and obstacles.
2. Keep child en away
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to
come near the work area or to touch the tool
or mains cable.
3. D ess p ope ly
Do not wear loose clothin or jewellery, as
these can be cau ht in movin parts.
Preferably wear rubber loves and non-slip
footwear when workin outdoors.
Wear protective hair coverin to keep lon hair
out of the way.
4. Pe sonal p otection
Always use safety lasses. Use a face or dust
mask whenever the operations may produce
dust or flyin particles. Wear ear protection
whenever the sound level seems uncomfortable.
5. Gua d against elect ic shock
Prevent body contact with earthed or rounded
surfaces (e. . metal railin s, lamp-posts etc.).
Electric safety can be further improved by usin
a hi h-sensitivity (30 mA/30 mS) residual current
device (RCD).
6. Do not ove each
Keep proper footin and balance at all times.
7. Stay ale t
Watch what you are doin . Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
8. Secu e wo kpiece
Where appropriate, use clamps or a vice to
hold the workpiece. It is safer and it frees both
hands to operate the tool.
9. Remove keys and adjusting w enches
Always check that keys and adjustin wrenches
are removed from the tool before operatin
the tool.
10.Extension cables
Before use, inspect the extension cable and
replace if dama ed. Only use extension cables
intended for outdoor use.
11.Use app op iate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction
manual. Do not force small tools or attachments
to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was intended. Do not force the tool.
Wa ning! The use of any accessory or
attachment or performance of any operation
with this tool other than those recommended
in this instruction manual may present a risk of
personal injury.
12.Check fo damaged pa ts
Before use, carefully check the tool and mains
cable for dama e. Check for misali nment and
seizure of movin parts, breaka e of parts,
dama e to uards and switches and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. Ensure
that the tool will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Do not use the tool if any
part is dama ed or defective. Do not use the
tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Have any dama ed or defective parts repaired
or replaced by an authorised repair a ent.
Never attempt any repairs yourself. If the supply
cord is dama ed, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service a ent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
13.Unplug the tool
Unplu the tool when it is not in use, before
chan in any parts of the tool, accessories or
attachments and before servicin .
14.Avoid unintentional sta ting
Do not carry the tool with a fin er on the on/off
switch. Be sure that the tool is switched off
when plu in in.
15.Do not abuse co d
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to
disconnect from the socket. Keep the cord
away from heat, oil and sharp ed es.
16.Sto e idle tools
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
locked up or hi h place, out of reach of children.
17.Maintain tools with ca e
Keep cuttin tools sharp and clean for better
and safer performance. Follow the instructions
for maintenance and chan in accessories.
Keep handles and switches dry, clean and free
from oil and rease.
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