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General working instructions
IMPORTANT!
This section takes up the basic safety precautions for
working with a hedge trimmer.
If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain
how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your
dealer or your service workshop.
Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your
capability.
WARNING! The machine can cause
!
serious personal injury. Read the safety
instructions carefully. Learn how to use
the machine.
WARNING! Cutting tool. Do not touch the
!
tool without first switching off the
engine. Always remove the battery
before any maintenance on the machine.
Basic safety rules
•
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
under the "Personal protective equipment" heading.
•
Never allow children to use or be in the vicinity of the
machine.
•
Observe your surroundings and make sure that there
is no risk of people or animals coming into contact
with the cutting equipment.
•
Never allow anyone else to use the machine without
first ensuring that they have read and understood the
contents of the operator's manual.
•
Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that
could be thrown out.
•
Never work from a ladder, stool or any other raised
position that is not fully secured.
•
CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are
able to call for help in the event of an accident. Ensure
WORKING TECHNIQUES
that no-one comes closer than 15 metres while you
are working.
•
Never use the machine in bad weather, for instance in
fog, in rain, strong winds, intense cold, etc.
•
If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the
machine immediately. Remove the battery from the
machine and check that the machine is not damaged.
SavE mode
The machine is equipped with a battery saving function
(SavE). Activate the function by pressing the SavE button.
A green LED will light to indicate that the function is on.
Automatic switch off functionality
The machine is equipped with a shutdown feature that
deactivates the machine if not used. The green LED will
be extinguished and the machine turned off after 45
seconds.
Safety instructions while working
•
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
•
Never put the machine down without turning it off first
and always remove the battery.
•
Use the harness to support the weight of the machine
and make it easier to handle.
WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.
!
Always wear approved eye protection.
Never lean over the cutting attachment
guard. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be
thrown up into the eyes causing
blindness or serious injury.
Keep unauthorised persons at a
distance. Children, animals, onlookers
and helpers should be kept outside the
safety zone of 15 metres. Stop the
machine immediately if anyone
approaches. Never swing the machine
around without first checking behind you
to make sure no-one is within the safety
zone.
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