Safety Notes - Westfalia GM941 Instruction Manual

Please note the following safety notes to avoid malfunc-
tions, damage or physical injury:

Please note all warning symbols. The symbols indicate
instructions which are important for safety reasons. Always
observe these instructions as failure to do so could result in
serious injury!

Keep the manual always ready to hand when working with the
electric garden tool.

Children and persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental
abilities are not allowed to use the garden tool. The electric
garden tool may only be operated by briefed persons.

Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area. Bystanders
should keep a minimum distance of 10 m when you start or
operate the garden tool.

Do not use the unit when your reactivity is affected by alcohol
consumption, medication, drugs, illness or when you are tired.
One moment of inattention when operating the unit can cause
severe injuries.

Do not use the garden tool as a lever for lifting, moving or
splitting objects.

Observe all accident prevention regulations.

Cutting with the electric garden tool when standing on a ladder,
in a tree or in any other instable places in not allowed. Always
make sure you stand on a firm base and cannot loose balance
when using the electric garden tool.

Always inspect the electric garden tool before each use for worn,
loose, or damaged parts. Never operate a garden tool that is
damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not completely and securely
assembled.

While clearing the area around the tree, arrange a good foothold
and a secure retreat path from falling branches and limbs.

Make sure that the attachment stops moving when the switch is
released. First shut off the garden tool and then set it down.

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