Maintenance And Storage - Qualcast GHT500A1 Assembly Manual

Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Additional Safety Rules For Hedge Trimmer (continued)
14. Keep cable away from the cutting area, check the cable for damage before starting work.
15. Do not start the Hedge trimmer with the blade cover fitted.
16. Take care not to overload the Hedge trimmer and do not use it on jobs for which it is not intended,
i.e. you are allowed to use the Hedge trimmer only to cut hedges, shrubs and perennials.
17. Always be sure of your footing when using steps and when using your hedge trimmer.
18. Never run when using your hedge trimmer.
19. Heavy duty gloves should always be worn when using the Hedge trimmer.
20. Be careful during adjustment of placing your fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the
machine
21. During transportation and storage of the Hedge trimmer, keep the blades covered at all times with
the blade cover/storage.
22. The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA is
recommended.
23. Do not try to grasp or remove hedge clippings when the hedge trimmer is running. Only remove
hedge clippings when the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply.
24. Carry the hedge trimmer at the handle while the cutter blade is not running. Always ensure guard
supplied is fitted when transporting or storing the hedge trimmer. Careful operation reduces the injury
by the cuter blade.
25. Keep cable away from the cutting area. Be aware that during operation the cable may be covered in
hedge clippings and could be cut inadvertently.
26. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
27. Remove the main plug from socket before carrying out any maintenance or repair.
28. Do not switch the hedge trimmer on and off frequently over a short period of time, and in particular
do not play with the ON/OFF switch.

Maintenance And Storage

WARNING! Never use water for cleaning your Hedge trimmer. Do not clean with chemicals,
including petrol, or solvents as this can damage your hedge trimmer.
1) Never use water to cleaning the unit.
2) Always clean the hedge trimmer immediately after use. Brush the blade using a stiff nylon brush to
remove any debris.
3) Inspect the hedge trimmer before each use.
4) Have the unit professionally repaired if any damage occurs.
5) The blade rail should be cleaned and treated with fine oil after each use.
6) Use the blade sheath for transportation and storage.
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