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4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool.Powertoolsaredangerousinthe
handsofuntrainedusers.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may aect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Manyaccidentsarecausedbypoorlymaintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.Properly
maintainedcuttingtoolswithsharpcuttingedges
arelesslikelytobindandareeasiertocontrol.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.Useofthepowertool
foroperationsdierentfromthoseintendedcould
resultinahazardoussituation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.Slippery
handlesandgraspingsurfacesdonotallowfor
safehandlingandcontrolofthetoolinunexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled.Theentangle-
mentofclothworkglovesinthemovingpartsmay
resultinpersonalinjury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer.Achargerthatissuitablefor
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
whenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.Shortingthebatterytermi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help.Liquidejectedfromthebatterymaycause
irritationorburns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied.Damagedormodiedbatteries
mayexhibitunpredictablebehaviourresultingin
re,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
peratureabove130°Cmaycauseexplosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions.Chargingimproperlyorattemperatures
outsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.Thiswillensurethatthesafetyofthepower
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs.Service
ofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformedbythe
manufacturerorauthorizedserviceproviders.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer Safety
Warnings
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the cut-
ter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold
material to be cut when blades are moving.
Make sure the switch is o when clearing
jammed material.Amomentofinattentionwhile
operatingthehedgetrimmermayresultinserious
personalinjury.
2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with
the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or
storing the hedge trimmer always t the cut-
ting device cover.Properhandlingofthehedge
trimmerwillreducepossiblepersonalinjuryfrom
thecutterblades.
3. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter blade may
contact hidden wiring.Cutterbladescontacting
a“live”wiremaymakeexposedmetalpartsofthe
powertool“live”andcouldgivetheoperatoran
electricshock.
4. DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contactwithbladewillresultinseriouspersonal
injury.
5. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in
wet or very damp conditions.Theelectricmotor
isnotwaterproof.
6. First-time users should have an experienced
hedge trimmer user show them how to use the
trimmer.
7. The hedge trimmer must not be used by
children or young persons under 18 years of
age.Youngpersonsover16yearsofagemaybe
exemptedfromthisrestrictioniftheyareundergo-
ingtrainingunderthesupervisionofanexpert.
8. Use the hedge trimmer only if you are in good
physical condition.Ifyouaretired,yourattention
willbereduced.Beespeciallycarefulattheendof
aworkingday.Performallworkcalmlyandcare-
fully.Theuserisresponsibleforalldamagesto
third parties.
9. Never use the trimmer when under the inu-
ence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
10. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
basic equipment of the hedge trimmer and
must always be worn when working with it.
Also wear sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
11. Before starting work check to make sure
that the trimmer is in good and safe working
order. Ensure guards are tted properly. The
hedge trimmer must not be used unless fully
assembled.