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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric hedge trimmers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
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Polarized Appliance Connections - To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance
plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension
cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized
extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,
extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
1)
Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use hedge trimmers in damp or wet locations.
2)
Don't Use In Rain.
3)
Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
4)
Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
5)
Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6)
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to
be used for the hedge trimmer. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be
used for this measure of safety.
7)
Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
8)
Warning - To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor
use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.
9)
Extension Cord - Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. To reduce the risk of disconnec-
tion of hedge trimmer cord from the extension cord during operating, please make a knot as shown
on Page 3- Figure 1.
10) Avoid Unintentional Starting - Don't carry plugged-in hedge trimmer with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
11) Don't Abuse Cord - Never carry hedge trimmer by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
12) Danger - Risk of Cut - Keep Hands Away From Blades - Keep both hands on handles when power is on.
13) Don't Force Hedge Trimmer - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the
rate for which it was designed.
14) Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15) Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate hedge trimmer when you
are tired.
16) Disconnect Hedge Trimmer - Disconnect the hedge trimmer from the power supply when not in use or
when changing accessories such as blades, and the like.
17) Store Idle Hedge Trimmer Indoors - When not in use, hedge trimmer should be stored indoors in dry,
and high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
18) Maintain Hedge Trimmer With Care - Inspect hedge trimmer cord periodically, and if damaged, have
it repaired by an authorized electrician. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
19) Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is dam-
aged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting,
and any other condition that may affect its operation. If a guard or other part is damaged, immedi-
ately discontinue use of Garden Groom. Contact dealer or go to www.gardengroomusa.com
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20) Wear proper apparel, keep both hands on the grasping surfaces and keep supply cord away from the
cutting area.
21) The maximum diameter of stems intended to be cut with this hedge trimmer is 0.4".
22) When operating the trimmer, keep extension cord behind trimmer. Never drape it over hedge being
trimmed.
SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNING
WARNING: Some dust created by this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Compounds in fertilizers
• Compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment.
WARNING: Before operating the Garden Groom
®
trimmer, read this manual and follow all safety and
Operating Instructions.
•SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE•
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