Black & Decker GT4245 Original Instructions Manual page 6

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c. Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or the battery pack from
the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach
of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tools operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and
tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by
a qualifi ed repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
Additional power tool safety warnings
Warning! Additional safety warnings for
hedge trimmers
♦ Keep all parts of the body away from the
cutter blade. Do not remove cut material
or hold material to be cut when blades are
moving. Make sure the switch is off when
clearing jammed material. A moment of
inattention while operating the tool can result
in serious personal injury.
♦ Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle
with the cutter blade stopped. When
transporting or storing the hedge trimmer
always fi t the cutting device cover. Proper
handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce
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possible personal injury from the cutter
blades.
♦ Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter blade
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutter blades contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric
shock.
♦ Keep cable away from cutting area. During
operation the cable can be hidden in shrubs
and can be accidentally cut the blades.
♦ The intended use is described in this
instruction manual. The use of any accessory
or attachment or performance of any
operation with this tool other than those
recommended in this instruction manual
can present a risk of personal injury and/or
damage to property.
♦ If you have not used a hedge trimmer before,
preferably seek practical instruction by an
experienced user in addition to studying this
manual.
♦ Never touch the blades while the tool is
running.
♦ Never attempt to force the blades to come to
a standstill.
♦ Do not put the tool down until the blades have
come to a complete standstill.
♦ Regularly check the blades for damage and
wear. Do not use the tool when the blades are
damaged.
♦ Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal
wire, railings) when trimming. Should you
accidentally hit any such object, immediately
switch the tool off and check for any damage.
♦ Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally,
immediately switch it off and disconnect it
from the mains suply then check for any
damage.
♦ If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off.
Disconnect it from the mains supply before
attempting to remove any obstructions.
♦ After use, place the blade sheath supplied
over the blades. Store the tool, making sure
that the blade is not exposed.
♦ Always ensure that all guards are fi tted
when using the tool. Never attempt to use an
incomplete tool or a tool with unauthorised
modifi cations.
♦ Never allow children to use the tool.
♦ Be aware of falling debris when cutting the
higher sides of a hedge.
♦ Always hold the tool with both hands and by
the handles provided.