Safety Of Others - Black & Decker PH5551 Original Instructions Manual

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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 qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
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will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Warning! Additional safety warnings for pole
hedge trimmers.
The intended use is described in this instruction manual. Do
not use the tool for purposes not intended; for example do not
use the tool to fell trees. The use of any accessory or attach-
ment or performance of any operation with this tool other than
those recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
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performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with
a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of the
power tool "live" and give the operator an electric shock.
Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade.
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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
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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.
Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation
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the cable can be hidden in shrubs and can be accidentally
cut by the blade.
The intended use is described in this instruction manual.
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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.
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(Original instructions)
Do not carry the tool with your hands on the front handle,
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switch or the trigger switch unless the tool has been
disconnected from the power source.
If you have not used a hedge trimmer before, preferably
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seek practical instruction by an experienced user in
addition to studying this manual.
Never touch the blades while the tool is running.
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Never attempt to force the blades to come to a standstill.
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Do not put the tool down until the blades have come to a
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complete standstill.
Regularly check the blades for damage and wear.
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Do not use the tool when the blades are damaged.
Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal wire, railings)
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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
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switch it off and check for any damage.
If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off. Disconnect
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from the power source before attempting to remove any
obstructions.
After use, place the blade sheath supplied over the
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blades. Store the tool, making sure that the blade is not
exposed.
Always ensure that all guards are fitted when using the
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tool. Never attempt to use an incomplete tool or a tool
with unauthorised modifications.
Never allow children to use the tool.
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Be aware of falling debris when cutting the higher slides
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of a hedge.
Always hold the tool with both hands and by the handles
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provided.

Safety of others

Never allow children, persons with reduced physical,
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sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions to
use the machine, local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
Never operate the machine while people, especially
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children, or pets are nearby.
Vibration
The declared vibration emission values stated in the technical
data and the declaration of conformity have been measured in
accordance with a standard test method provided by EN50636
and may be used for comparing one tool with another. The
declared vibration emission value may also be used in a
preliminary assessment of exposure.
Warning! The vibration emission value during actual use of
the power tool can differ from the declared value depending
on the ways in which the tool is used.