DANGER! Eye and ear injuries!
v Wear eye and hearing
protection!
Check your Trimmer before each use
v Always visually inspect your Trimmer before
each use.
v Check that the ventilation slots are not
obstructed in any way.
Do not use the trimmer if it is damaged or if
safety devices (pressure switch, safety cover)
and/or the blade holder are damaged or worn.
v Never bypass the safety devices.
v Inspect the area to be cut before you begin
work. Remove any foreign objects and look
out for foreign objects (such as stones,
pieces of wood, strings and wires) while you
are working.
v However, should you encounter an obstacle
during work, take the trimmer out of operation
and remove the battery. Remove the obstacle;
inspect the trimmer for potential damage and
arrange for it to be repaired if necessary.
Use/responsibility
DANGER! Tool does not stop
immediately when turned off!
Keep hands and feet away
from the work area until the
blade is stationary!
The Trimmer can cause serious injuries.
v Use the Trimmer only for the purpose
specified in these operating instructions.
You are responsible for safety in the work area
(2 metre radius).
v Ensure that no other people (especially
children) and animals are in close proximity
to the danger area (15 metre radius).
Remove the battery after use and regularly
inspect the trimmer, especially the blade holder,
for damage and arrange appropriate repair if
necessary.
v Always wear an eye shield or safety goggles!
v Wear sturdy shoes and long trousers in
order to protect your legs. Keep fingers and
feet away from the plastic blade – especially
during commissioning!
v Always ensure that you have a secure
foothold whilst working.
Take extra care when walking backwards.
You may stumble!
v Only work in the daylight or when visibility
is good.
Interrupting work
v Never leave the Trimmer unattended where
you are working.
v When stopping work, remove the battery and
store the trimmer in a safe place.
v If you stop work in order to move to another
work area, the trimmer must be switched off,
wait until the work tool is stationary and
remove the battery. Always carry the trimmer
at the additional handle.
Familiarise yourself with the surroundings
v Familiarise yourself with the surroundings and
look out for possible dangers which you may
not hear due to machine noise.
v Never use the Trimmer when there is a risk of
thunderstorms, when it is raining or in damp,
wet areas.
Battery safety
v Please observe the safety instructions on the
battery.
FIRE RISK! Short-circuit!
v Do not bridge the contacts of the battery
with metal components.
FIRE RISK!
v Never charge the batteries near acids or
easily inflammable materials.
Only use the original GARDENA Battery
Charger for charging. The use of other
battery chargers may damage the batteries
irreparably and even cause a fire.
RISK OF EXPLOSION!
Protect battery from heat and fire.
Do not leave on radiators or expose to
strong sunshine for long periods.
Do not use the battery charger
outdoors.
v Protect the the battery charger from
damp or wet areas.
Only use the battery in ambient temperatures
of between 0 °C and 40 °C.
A non-functioning battery must be disposed
of correctly. It may not be sent via post.
For further details, please contact your local
disposal companies.
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