Important Safety Instruction - LawnMaster GT1238 Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
When using electric gardening appliance, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal
injury. For your own safety and bystanders please read these instructions
before operating the grass trimmer. Do not use the grass trimmer without
reading the instruction sheet. Please keep the instructions safe for later use.
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• Grass trimmer is designed for cutting grass and similar soft vegetation and for trimming grass
edges in private and hobby garden areas which are not accessible with a grass trimmer.
• The device is not allowed to be used in public gardens, parks, sports centers or at roadsides as
well as in agriculture and forestry.
• This grass trimmer is not allowed to be used for cutting or chopping, otherwise, there is a risk of injury:
- Hedges, shrubs and bushes,
- Flowers,
- In terms of composting.
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This grass trimmer is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, stop using the unit. Take the unit to a qualified service dealer for
inspection and possible repair using identical replacement parts.
• Wear protective glasses or goggles.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the instructions to use the grass trimmer.
• Stop using the grass trimmer while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
• Only use the grass trimmer in daylight or good artificial light.
• Before using the grass trimmer and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair
as necessary.
• Never operate the grass trimmer with damaged guards or without the guards in place.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on
the motor.
• Take care against injury from any device fitted for trimming the filament line length. After extending
new cutter line always return the grass trimmer to its normal operating position before switching on.
• Never fit metal cutting elements.
• Never use replacement parts or accessories not provided or recommended by the manufacturer.
See the Parts List in this manual for identical replacement parts.
• Disconnect the grass trimmer from the power supply before checking, cleaning or working on the
grass trimmer and when it is not in use.
• Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of debris.
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