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Electrical and battery safety
1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
2.
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of
3. -
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
4. 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. Shorting the battery termi-
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
battery may cause irritation or burns.
6.
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
7.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to
the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
Starting up the tool
1. Make sure that there are no children or other
people within a working range of 15 meters
(50 ft), also pay attention to any animals in the
working vicinity. Otherwise stop using the tool.
2.
Before use always check that the tool is safe for
operation. Check the security of the cutting tool
and the guard and the switch trigger/lever for
easy and proper action. Check for clean and dry
handles and test the on/off function of the switch.
3.
Check damaged parts before further use of the tool.
A guard or other part that is damaged 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, mounting, and any other
condition that may affect its operation. A guard
or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by our authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
4. Switch on the motor only when hands and feet
are away from the cutting tool.
5. Before starting make sure that the cutting
tool has no contact with hard objects such as
branches, stones etc. as the cutting tool will
revolve when starting.
Method of operation
1. Never operate the machine with damaged
guards or without the guards in place.
2. Only use the tool in good light and visibility.
During the winter season beware of slippery
or wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping).
Always ensure a safe footing.
3. Take care against injury to feet and hands from
the cutting tool.
4. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when switch-
ing on the motor.
5. Never cut above waist height.
6. Never stand on a ladder and run the tool.
7. Never work on unstable surfaces.
8. Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
9. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
10. Walk, never run.
11. Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within
the working range. Foreign particles may
damage the cutting tool and can cause to be
thrown away, resulting in a serious injury.
12. Never touch moving hazardous parts before
the machine is disconnected from the mains
and the moving hazardous parts have come to
a complete stop.
13. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard
objects, immediately switch off the motor and
inspect the cutting tool.
14. Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool
must have reached full working speed.
15. During operation always hold the tool with
both hands. Never hold the tool with one hand
during use. Always ensure a safe footing.
16.
All protective equipment such as guards supplied
with the tool must be used during operation.
17. Except in case of emergency, never drop
or cast the tool to the ground or this may
severely damage the tool.
18. Never drag the tool on the ground when mov-
ing from place to place, the tool may become
damaged if moved in this manner.
19. Always remove the battery cartridge from the
tool:
— whenever leaving the tool unattended;
— before clearing a blockage;
— before checking, cleaning or working on
the tool;
— before making any adjustments, chang-
ing accessories or storing;
— whenever the tool starts vibrating
unusually;
— whenever transporting the tool.
