Toro PowerPlex 51136 Operator's Manual page 6

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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
you an electric shock.
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DANGER—Keep your hands away from blade.
Contact with blade will result in serious personal
injury.
Additional Safety Warnings
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Keep hands and feet away from the cutting device
at all times and especially when switching the
product on.
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Do not try to grasp or remove trimmings when the
product is running. Remove only trimmings when
the product is switched off and disconnected from
the power supply.
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Never hold the product by the guard.
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Always be sure of a safe and secure operating
position while using the product.
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Never use the product while standing on steps or
a ladder. Do not work over shoulder height.
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Always ensure the safety guard supplied is
fitted before using the product. Never attempt to
use an incomplete product or one fitted with an
unauthorized modification.
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Check the cutting device regularly for damage,
and if damaged, repair immediately.
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Do not overload the product.
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Check immediately if the product starts to vibrate
abnormally. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
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Switch the product off when the cutting device
is blocked. Disconnect it from power supply
(i.e., remove the battery pack) and remove the
blockage. Inspect the cutting device for damage
before using the product again.
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Follow the maintenance and repair instructions for
this product. Never carry out any modifications of
the product. Information about maintenance and
repair is provided in this instruction manual.
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Know how to stop the product quickly in an
emergency.
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Do not expose the product to rain. Do not operate
the product on a wet hedge.
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Use the product only in daylight or good artificial
light.
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Check the hedge for foreign objects before
operation (e.g., wire fences). Take care that the
cutting device does not come into contact with wire
or other metal objects.
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Hold the hedge trimmer properly (e.g., with both
hands if 2 handles are provided). Loss of control
can cause personal injury.
Additional Safety Warnings for the Charger
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This charger can be used by persons with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or a
lack of experience and knowledge if they are
supervised or instructed concerning using the
charger safely and understand the hazards
involved.
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Children shall not play with the charger.
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Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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Disconnect the charger from the power supply and
allow it to cool down before cleaning, maintenance,
storage, and transportation.
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Before using the charger, read all the instructions
and cautionary markings on the charger and
battery pack.
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The charger and battery pack supplied with it are
specifically designed to work together. Use the
charger only with the battery pack for this tool.
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Charge the battery pack indoors only as the
charger is designed for indoor use only.
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Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
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Protect the charger against moisture and wet
conditions. There is a danger of electric shock.
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Do not place any object on top of the charger as it
could cause overheating. Do not place the charger
near any heat source.
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Do not use an extension cord on the charger
unless it is absolutely necessary. The use of an
improper extension cord could cause the risk of
fire, electric shock, or electrocution.
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Do not use the charger if it has been subjected to
a heavy knock, dropped, or otherwise damaged in
any way. Have the charger checked and repaired
by an authorized service center.
Additional Safety Warnings for Battery Packs
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Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any
other charger than the one supplied. The charger
and battery pack supplied with it are specifically
designed to work together.
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To ensure the longest battery life and best
performance, charge and store the battery pack
only in temperatures that are within the appropriate
range; refer to Specifications (page
charge or store the battery pack in temperatures
outside of the suggested range.
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Small leakage of liquid from the battery pack
may occur under extreme usage or temperature
conditions. However, if the outer seal is broken
and this leakage comes into contact with your
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