ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING! When using electric machines, basic safety precautions, including
the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury and material damage.
-Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the machine off in an
emergency, before operating the machine. Save these instructions and other documents supplied
with this machine for future reference.
-This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
-This appliance is compatible and only to be used with all batteries & chargers from the Ozito PXC
range. Refer to the PXC battery and charger manuals for information regarding charging, use and
storage.
-Remove the batteries from the appliance before being charged.
-Do not combine different types of batteries or new and used batteries.
-If the appliance is to be stored unused for a long period, the batteries should be removed.
-Do not use modified or damaged batteries.
GENERAL MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS
PRUNING SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Hold the machine by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may
make exposed metal parts of the machine “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw blade when the saw is operating. Before you
start the pruning saw, make sure the saw blade is not contacting anything. A moment of
inattention while operating saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw
blade.
• Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, hands,
legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by
flying debris or accidental contact with the saw blade.
• Do not operate a pruning saw in a tree. Operation of a pruning saw while up in a tree may
result in personal injury.
• Always keep proper footing and operate the pruning saw only when standing on fixed,
secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of
balance or control of the saw.
• When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in
the wood fibres is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the
pruning saw out of control.
• Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the
saw blade and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery
causing loss of control.
• Do not touch the blade or the work piece immediately after operation; they may be extremely
hot and could potentially burn your skin.
• If you withdraw the blade from the work piece during operation, a strong reaction could be
produced, which could cause the blade to snap or cause you to lose your grip and/or control
of the saw. Always switch off the machine and wait until the blade has come to a complete stop
before with drawing the blade from the work piece.
• Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the pruning saw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let
go of the pruning saw.
• Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent unintended tip
contact and enables better control of the pruning saw in unexpected situations.
• Only use replacement blades specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect blades may cause blade
breakage and/or kickback.
• Avoid using power tools and machines for long periods of time without breaks. Vibration from
tools and machines can be transmitted into your hands and arms.
Danger! Always remove the battery from the pruning saw:
• when the equipment is left unattended,
• when the equipment is being checked, cleaned, or having maintenance work done,
• or if the equipment vibrates abnormally.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this machine. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “machine” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) machine or battery-
operated (cordless) machine.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate machines in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a machine. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Machine plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) machines. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose machines to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a machine will increase the
risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the machine.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a machine outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a machine in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a machine. Do
not use a machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating machines may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the machine. Carrying machines
with your finger on the switch or energising machines that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the machine on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of
the machine in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of machines allow you to become complacent
and ignore machine safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a
fraction of a second.
4) Machine use and care
a) Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct machine
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any machine that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
machines. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally.
d) Store idle machines out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
machine or these instructions to operate the machine. Machines are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e) Maintain machines and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the machine’s operation. If
damaged, have the machine repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained machines.
f) Keep cutting machines sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting machines with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the machine, accessories and machine bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the machine
for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles
and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the machine in unexpected
situations.
5) Battery machine use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b) Use machines only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) 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 terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a battery pack or machine that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
f) Do not expose a battery pack or machine to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or machine outside the
temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
6) Service
a) Have your machine serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the machine is maintained.
b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by
the manufacturer or authorized service providers.
