General Safety Precautions; Important; Maintenance And Storage - McCulloch Li 40T Operator's Manual

Important

Your trimmer has been engineered and manufactured
to a high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will
give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
Intended use
This product is only intended for use outdoors.
This product is designed for cutting grass, light weeds,
and other similar vegetation at or about ground level.
The cutting plane should be approximately parallel to
the ground surface.
The product should not be used to cut or trim hedges,
bushes or other vegetation where the cutting plane is
not parallel to the ground surface.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings
!
and all instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instruction for
future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
Training
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the machine.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
Preparation
• Before use, check the battery pack for signs of
damage or aging. If the battery becomes damaged
during use, switch off the appliance and remove the
battery immediately. Do not use the appliance if the
battery is damaged or worn.
• Before use, always visually inspect the machine for
damaged, missing or misplaced guards or shields.
• Never operate the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Operation
• Keep power cords away from cutting means.
• Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all times
while operating the machine.
• Avoid using the machine in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
• Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards
or shields or without guards or shields in place.
• Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet
are away from the cutting means.
• Always disconnect the machine from the power
supply (i.e. remove the plug from the mains,
remove the disabling device or removable battery)
• whenever the machine is left unattended;
• before clearing a blockage;
• before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
• after striking a foreign object;
• whenever the machine starts vibrating
abnormally.
• Take care against injury to feet and hands from the
cutting means.
• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are
kept clear of debris.

Maintenance and storage

• Disconnect the machine from the power supply
(i.e. remove the plug from the mains, remove the
disabling device or removable battery) before
carrying out maintenance or cleaning work.
• Use only the manufacturer's recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
• Inspect and maintain the machine regularly.
Have the machine repaired only by an authorized
repairer.
• When not in use, store the machine out of the reach
of children.
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