DeWalt DCM563 Owner's Manual page 8

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operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) BATTERY TOOl UsE AnD CARE
Recharge only with the charger specified
a)
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.
Use power tools only with specifically
b)
designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it
c)
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.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may
d)
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.
6) sERViCE
Have your power tool serviced by a
a)
qualified 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 fit the cutting device cover. Proper
handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce
possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter blade
may contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could
give the operator an electric shock.
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• 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 recom- mended
in this instruction manual can present a risk of
personal injury and/or damage to property.
• Do not carry the tool with your hands on the
front handle, switch or the trigger switch unless
the battery has been removed.
• 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 remove the battery
then check for any damage.
• If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off.
Remove the battery 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 fitted when
using the tool. Never attempt to use an
incomplete tool or a tool with unauthorised
modifications.
• 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.
sAFETY OF OThERs
• 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.