Worx Powershare WG170 User Manual page 2

WARNING: This product can
expose you to chemicals including
lead, phthalate or bisphenol A which are
known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash your hands
after use. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: When using cordless
gardening appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and personal injury, including the
following.
WARNING: Read all instructions
FOR ALL APPLIANCES
1) Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use
appliances in damp or wet locations.
2) Don't Use In Rain.
3) Keep Children Away - All visitors should
be kept at a distance from work area.
4) Dress Properly - Do not wear loose
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clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts. Wear protective clothing;
use of work gloves, long pants, a long
sleeved shirt and substantial footwear is
recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
5) Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or
dust mask if operation is dusty.
6) Use Right Appliance - Do not use
appliance for any job except that for which
it is intended.
7) Don't Force Appliance - It will do the job
better and with less likelihood of a risk of
injury at the rate for which it was designed.
8) Don't overreach - Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
9) Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
appliance when you are tired.
10) Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When
not in use, appliances should be stored
indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
11) Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep
cutting edge sharp and clean for best
3 in 1: Trimmer / Edger / Mini mower
performance and to reduce the risk of
injury. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Keep handles
dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
12) Check Damaged Parts - Before further use
of the appliance, a guard or other part that
is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other condition that
may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless indicated elsewhere
in this manual.
FOR ALL BATTERY – OPERATED
GARDENING APPLIANCES
1. For all battery-operated gardening
appliances:
a) Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet
locations.
b) Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
Always remove or disconnect battery
pack before adjusting, cleaning,
servicing or transporting the lawn trimmer.
2. For all battery-operated products
employing a detachable or separable
battery:
a) Use only the following type and size
battery(ies) for WG170 series: WA3520,
WA3525, WA3575, WA3578, WA3577 ,
WA3641.
b) Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a
fire. The cell may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal
instructions.
c) Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may
be toxic if swallowed.
d) Exercise care in handling batteries in order
not to short the battery with conducting
materials such as rings, bracelets, and
keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause burns.
3. Avoid unintentional starting – Do not
insert the battery with your finger on
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