Additional Safety Instructions - Makita DUN500W Instruction Manual

6. Keep all power cords and cables away from
cutting area. Power cords or cables may be hid-
den in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally
cut by the blade.
7. Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather con-
ditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning.
This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
8. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use
the pole hedge trimmer near any electrical
power lines. Contact with or use near power lines
may cause serious injury or electric shock result-
ing in death.
9. Always use two hands when operating the pole
hedge trimmer. Hold the pole hedge trimmer with
both hands to avoid loss of control.
10. Always use head protection when operating
the pole hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris
can result in serious personal injury.

Additional Safety Instructions

Preparation
1. THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully
for the correct handling, preparation, main-
tenance, starting and stopping of the tool.
Become familiar with all controls and the
proper use of the tool.
2. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
3. The tool must not be used by children or
young persons under 18 years of age. Young
persons over 16 years of age may be exempted
from this restriction if they are undergoing training
under the supervision of an expert.
4. In the event of an emergency, switch off
the tool and remove the battery cartridge
immediately.
5. DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contact with blade will result in serious personal
injury.
6. Only use with handle and guard properly
assembled to the tool. The use of the tool
without the proper guard or handle provided may
result in serious personal injury.
7. First-time users should have an experienced
user show them how to use the tool.
8. Before operation, examine the work area for
wire fences, stones, or other solid objects.
They can damage the blades.
9. Use the tool only if you are in good physical
condition. If you are tired, your attention will be
reduced. Be especially careful at the end of a
working day. Perform all work calmly and carefully.
The user is responsible for all damages to third
parties.
10. Before starting work, check to make sure that
the tool is in good and safe working order.
Ensure guards are fitted properly. The tool
must not be used unless fully assembled.
11. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
Personal protective equipment
1. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
basic equipment of the tool and must always
be worn when working with it. Also wear
sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to pre-
vent hearing loss.
3. Wear protective goggles, safety helmet and
protective gloves to protect yourself from
flying debris or falling objects.
4. When touching blades or adjusting the blade angle, wear
protective gloves. Blades can cut bare hands severely.
Operation
Always use two hands to operate the tool fitted
1.
with two handles. Using one hand could cause
loss of control and result in serious personal injury.
2. While operating the tool, always ensure that
the operating position is safe and secure.
Overreaching with the tool, particularly from
a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do not work
from anything wobbly or infirm.
3. Do not simultaneously wear multiple belt harnesses
and/or shoulder harnesses when operating the tool.
4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals
at least 15 m away from the tool. Stop the tool
as soon as someone approaches.
5. If cutting tool strikes any object or the tool
starts making unusual noise or vibration,
switch off the tool and remove the battery car-
tridge immediately and allow the tool to stop.
And then take the following steps:
•
inspect for damage
•
check for, and tighten, any loose parts
•
have any damaged parts replaced or
repaired with genuine spare parts.
6. Only use the tool for its intended purpose. Do
not use the tool for any other purpose.
7. Switch off the tool and remove the battery
cartridge before:
•
cleaning or when clearing a blockage,
•
checking, carrying out maintenance or
working on the tool,
•
adjusting the working position of the
shear blades,
•
leaving the tool unattended.
8. Ensure that the tool is correctly located in a des-
ignated working position before starting the tool.
9. Do not operate the tool with a damaged or
excessively worn shear blades.
10. Always ensure that all handles and guards are fitted
when using the tool. Never attempt to use an incomplete
tool or one fitted with an unauthorized modification.
11. Always be aware of your surroundings and
stay alert for possible hazards of which you
may not be aware due to the noise of the tool.
12. Be careful not to accidentally contact a metal
fence or other hard objects during operation.
The blade will break and may cause serious injury.
13. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry the
tool when the battery cartridge is installed
and with finger on the switch. Make sure that
the switch is off when installing the battery
cartridge.
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