Flymo CCTE25 Original Instructions Manual page 8

WARNING. When using the product the safety rules must be followed. For your own safety and that of
bystanders please read these instructions before operating the product. Please keep the instructions safe
for later use.
Explanation of Symbols on the product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make
sure you understand all the controls and what
they do.
Keep others, including children, pets and
bystanders outside the 10 metre hazard zone.
10m
Stop the trimmer immediately if you are
approached.
General
This product may be used under super­
1.
vision, or if instruction regarding the safe
use of the product has been provided
and the resulting dangers have been
understood, by children aged 8 and
above, as well as by persons with physi­
cal, sensory or mental disabilities or a
lack of experience and knowledge. Chil­
dren must not be allowed to play with the
product. Cleaning and user maintenance
must not be performed by children with­
out supervision. The use of this product
by young people under the age of 16 is
not recommended.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the
instructions to use the machine.
3. Stop using the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4. Only use the trimmer in the manner and for the func-
tions described in these instructions.
5. Never operate the trimmer when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
6. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Battery
Cordless Battery Powered Products require special
care.
1. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. KEEP HANDS AND
FINGERS AWAY FROM THE SWITCH LEVER WHILE
CARRYING THE TRIMMER.
2. Always charge the product indoors and store in a cool
dry place – out of the reach of children.
3. Use only the charger provided with your unit.
Use of any other charger could permanently damage
the battery and the trimmer.
4. Use the charger with standard domestic household
electrical outlets only.
5. Do not abuse the charger or charger cord.
6. Do not use the charger if the charger or charger cord is
damaged.
7. Use the charger indoors only.
8. Do not use the charger outdoors.
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Safety
Wear eye protection
To avoid the possibility of electric shock,
do not use in damp or wet conditions.
Switch off! Remove battery pack before
adjusting or cleaning.
Warning: The cutting line continues to rotate after the
machine has been switched off.
9. Store and charge this unit in a cool, dry well ventilated
location and out of the reach of children.
10. Do not charge the battery or use the unit in an explo-
sive or corrosive environment. Avoid areas where
flammable liquids or gases are present to avoid creat-
ing a fire or explosion.
11. Do not attempt to repair the unit including the battery.
Nylon line replacement and cleaning the unit are the
only items suitable for user maintenance.
12. Do not insert any object into the motor area.
Keep free of debris to avoid overheating.
13. Do not incinerate or mutilate the battery. Batteries
contain hazardous chemicals. Dispose of properly.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear eye protection,
substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate
the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2. Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
3. Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove all
objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, wire, string
etc, which can be thrown or become entangled in the
trimmer head.
4. Before use, inspect the area for wildlife, especially
hedgehogs.
5. Check that the cutting head, spool and cap are fitted
correctly.
Use
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where feasible.
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
non-slip footwear.
5. Do not walk backwards when trimming, you could trip.
Walk, never run.
6. Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or
without guards in place.
7. Never fit metal cutting elements.
8. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
all times and especially when switching on the motor.
9. Keep cutting head below waist level.
10. Do not lean over the trimmer guard whilst trimming or
edging – objects may be thrown by the cutting line.
11. Beware of cut-off pieces of nylon line ejected during use.
12. If you hit an object, do not use your trimmer until you
are sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe operating
condition.
13. If the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally, check imme-
diately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
trimmer is in safe working condition.
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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