Gardena THS 500/48 Operator's Manual page 4

EN
Original instructions.
This product is not intended for use by persons (including chil-
dren) 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 product by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the product.
Intended use:
This GARDENA Telescopic Hedge Trimmer is used to cut hedges, shrubs
and grass coverings in private domestic gardens and allotments.
DANGER! Risk of injury! Do not use the unit to cut lawns / lawn
edges, to chop up material or to make compost.
1. SAFETY
IMPORTANT!
Read the operator's manual carefully before use and keep for future
reference.
If not used properly this product can be dangerous. The warn-
ings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reason-
able safety and efficiency in using this product. The operator is
responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual
and on the product. Never use the product unless the guards provided by
the manufacturer are in the correct position.
Symbols on the product:
Read operator's manual.
Wear safety glasses and ear protection.
Danger – Keep hands away from blade.
Do not let the unit become wet with rain or other moisture.
Do not leave the unit outdoors while it is raining.
Disconnect the mains cable if the cable becomes damaged
or cut.
Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock!
Keep at least 10 m away from electricity lines.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING ! Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and / orserious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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