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Always remove the battery pack:
●whenever the product is left unattended
●before clearing a blockage
●before checking, cleaning, or working on the product
●after striking a foreign object
●whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
Take care against injury to feet and hands from the cutting
means.
Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of
debris.
Avoid using on wet grass.
Do not walk backwards when using the product.
Do not operate the product when there is a risk of lightning.
Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering the product increases the risk of electric shock.
Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m away from the area
of operation. Stop the product if anyone enters the area.
Keep the cutting attachment below waist level.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times
and especially when switching on the motor.
Beware, the cutting elements continue to rotate after the
product is turned off.
Beware of objects thrown by the cutting means. Clear debris
like small stones, gravel and other foreign objects from the
work area before starting operation. Wires or string may
become entangled with the cutting means.
The small blade fitted to the lawn guard is designed to trim the
new extended line to the correct length for safe and optimum
performance. It is very sharp; do not touch it particularly when
cleaning the product.
Make sure that the cutting head attachment is properly installed
and securely fastened.
Make sure that all guards, deflectors, and handles are properly
and securely attached.
Do not modify the product in any way, this may increase the
risk of injury to yourself or others.
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement cutting line. Do not
use any other cutting attachment.
Do not use metallic cutting means.
Immediately turn off the product and remove the battery pack
in the event of accident or breakdown. Do not operate the
product again until it has been fully checked by an authorised
service centre.
Ensure that the cut-off blade is properly positioned and secured
before each use.
Before use and after any impact, check that there are no
damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that is damaged
or worn should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service facility.
Never operate the product unless all guards, deflectors, and
handles are properly and securely attached.
Consider the environment in which you are working. Keep the
working area free from wires, sticks, stones, and debris, which
if struck by the cutter, can become thrown objects.
Maintenance and storage
Remove the battery before carrying out maintenance or
cleaning work.
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts
and accessories (see page 15).
Inspect and maintain the product regularly. Have the product
repaired only by an authorized repairer.
When not in use, store the product out of the reach of children.
Never fit a metal replacement line.
Stop the product and allow it to cool before storing or
transporting.
Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a cool
dry and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep the product away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
For storage, always remove the battery.
For transportation, secure the product against movement or
falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or
people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the
product.
Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse
or by burning them. MILWAUKEE Distributors accept old
batteries to protect our environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short
circuit risk).
Use only M18 System chargers for charging M18 System
battery packs. Do not use battery packs from other systems.
Battery acid may leak from damaged battery packs under
extreme load or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with
battery acid, wash it off immediately with soap and water. In
case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly for at least 10 minutes
and immediately seek medical attention.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and
product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
product, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow
inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater,
certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing
products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
RESIDUAL RISK
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors.
The following hazards may arise in use and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the following:
●Injury caused by vibration. Hold the product by designated
handles and restrict working time and exposure.
●Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury. Wear ear
protection and limit exposure.
●Injury due to flying debris. Wear eye protection, heavy long
trousers, gloves and substantial footwear at all times.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
The product is intended only for outdoor use by a standing
operator.