Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18V-26 Original Instructions Manual page 18

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Make sure that bystanders are not in-
jured by foreign objects being hurled
away.
Warning: Keep a safe distance from
the machine when operating.
Carefully check the area
where the tool is to be used
for wildlife and pets. Wildlife
and pets may be injured while the ma-
chine is in operation. Thoroughly
check the working area and remove
any stones, sticks, wires, bones and
foreign objects. When using the ma-
chine, ensure that no wildlife, pets or
small tree stumps are hidden in the
dense grass.
Do not use a high-pressure
washer or a garden hose to
clean the machine.
General Safety Warnings for
Trimmers
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
u
tions, illustrations and specifica-
tions provided with this machine.
Failure to follow the safety warnings
and instructions may result in elec-
tric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all safety warnings and in-
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structions for future reference.
The term machine in the warnings
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refers to your mains-operated (cor-
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ded) machines or battery-operated
(cordless) machines.
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit.
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Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
dents.
Do not operate the machine in ex-
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plosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Machines create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Keep children and bystanders
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away while operating the machine.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control over the machine. Never op-
erate the machine while people, es-
pecially children or pets, are nearby.
Electrical safety
The plug of the machine must
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match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodi-
fied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce the risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed
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or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refri-
gerators. There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
Do not expose the machine to rain
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or wet conditions. Penetration of
Bosch Power Tools