General Safety Rules - Yardworks 060-2279-2 Owner's Manual

General Safety Rules

WARNING:
When using this device, safety precautions must be followed. For your own safety and that of
bystanders, please read these instructions before operating the device. Do not use the device without
reading the instruction sheet. Please keep the instructions safe for later use.
• This 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 lawnmower.
• The device is not designed for use in public gardens, parks, sports centres or at roadsides
nor in agriculture and forestry.
• This grass trimmer is not designed to be used for cutting or chopping:
- Hedges, shrubs and bushes,
- Flowers,
- Or for composting purposes
Failure to comply with these requirements could lead to personal injury.
• This device 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 device.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Wear protective glasses or goggles.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the instructions to use the device.
• Turn off the device while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
• Only use the device in daylight or good artificial light.
• Before using the device and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair
as necessary.
• Never operate the device with damaged guards or without the guards in place.
• Keep hands and feet away from the trimmer cutting line at all times and in particular when switching
on the motor.
• Take care against injury from any device fitted for trimming the cutting line length. After
extending new cutting line always return the device 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
• Disconnect the device from the power supply before checking, cleaning or repairing it
and when it is not in use.
• Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of debris.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR GRASS TRIMMER
• Do not expose to moisture.
• Use only on AC power supply voltage shown on the product rating label.
• Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where feasible.
• Take care not to lose your footing in wet grass.
• On slopes, be extra careful not to slip and wear nonslip footwear.
• Do not walk backwards when trimming as 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 power cable.
• Do not lean over the trimmer guard. Objects may be thrown by the cutting line.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the trimmer is in safe working condition.
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