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• The operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people at their property.
• Never operate the power tool with
damaged guards or without the
guards in place.
• This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience or
knowledge.
• Keep the product and all accessories
away from hot surfaces.
• Never modify the trimmer in any way.
Electrical safety:
• Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks, which may ignite the dust and
fumes.
• Do not use the product when a
thunderstorm is approaching.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes.
There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain
or wet conditions. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
• Do not handle the charger or the
power tool with wet hands.
• Before charging check the power
supply and charger cables for signs
of damage or ageing.
• Do not overload the trimmer. Forcing
the trimmer to cut may damage the
motor. For safety the trimmer will
automatically cut out if the motor
becomes overloaded. If this occurs,
wait a few seconds for the cut out to
reset and the use lighter cuts to trim
the hedge in stages.
Battery safety:
• Disconnect the battery pack from
the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories or
storing power tools.
• Do not attempt to use the charger
with any other product or to charge
this product with any other charger.
• This product contains Li-Ion batteries.
Do not incinerate batteries or expose
to high temperatures, as they may
explode.
• Do not charge the battery when the
surrounding air temperature or the
battery pack is below 0°C or above
45°C.
• After heavy use or in high
temperatures the battery may
become warm. Allow the product to
cool for 30 minutes before charging.
• Use only with the battery pack
supplied.
• When the battery pack is not in use,
keep away from other metal objects
that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.
• Shorting the battery terminals may
cause burns or re.
• Leaks from battery cells can occur
under extreme conditions. If the liquid
gets on your skin wash immediately
with soap and water. If the liquid
gets into your eyes, ush them
immediately with cold water for a
minimum of 10 minutes and seek
urgent medical attention.
