LawnMaster GT1238 Operator's Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR GRASS TRIMMER
• Do not expose to moisture.
• Use only on AC outlet supply voltage shown on the product rating label.
• Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where feasible.
• Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
• On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear nonslip footwear.
• Do not walk backwards when trimming, you could trip. Walk never run.
• Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces other than grass.
• Never pick up or carry a trimmer by the cable.
• Do not lean over the trimmer guard. Objects may be thrown by the trimming line.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the trimmer is in safe working condition.
• To avoid the risk of injury, keep fingers and hands clear of the line cut-off blade on the leading
edge of the guard.
• 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; Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times;
Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
MAINTENANCE
• After use, disconnect the machine from the outlet and check for damage.
• When not in use store the machine out of the reach of children.
• Electric powered trimmers should only be repaired by a qualified service dealer using identical
replacement parts.
• Use only identical replacement parts as listed in the Parts List of this manual.
The preparation for use, operation and maintenance of the appliance:
- Read the instructions carefully;
- Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment;
- Before use check the supply and extension cord for signs of damage or ageing;
- If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the power supply immediately:
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
- Do not use the grass trimmer (edge trimmer), if the cords are damaged or worn.
WARNING
- Cutting elements continue to rotate after the motor is switched off;
- Keep extension cords away from cutting elements;
- It is recommended that appliances should be supplied via a residual
current device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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