Garland Best Keeper XTRIM 140 DW Instruction Manual page 26

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Do not try to handle or open the battery and / or
charger.
Do not short-circuit the battery and be careful when
handling it so as not to accidentally short-circuit it
with conductive items such as rings, bracelets, keys,
etc. When the battery is short-circuited, it increases in
temperature and may explode or burn.
Do not attempt to burn the battery or incinerate it even
if it is damaged or totally discharged. Do not leave the
battery near a heat source. The battery can explode
in heat or fire causing serious personal and material
damage.
This battery is sealed and liquid should never leak out
of it. If the seal is damaged and the liquid touches
your skin quickly wash with plenty of soap and water,
neutralize the liquid with a weak acid such as lemon
or vinegar and go to your medical center urgently. If
the battery liquid touches your eyes, flush them with
plenty of water for 10 minutes and immediately seek
medical assistance. If the seal is damaged, do not
inhale the vapors produced by the battery as they
can cause irritation. In case of accidental inhalation
breathe fresh air and seek urgent medical assistance.
Always disconnect the battery from the machine
before doing any work. Only handle this machine
when it is unplugged.
2.5. USE AND CARE OF THE MACHINE
Only use this brush cutter to cut grass and small
shrubs. Any other use could be dangerous and at
your own risk. Do not use the brush cutter for other
jobs for which it has not been designed. For example:
do not use the brush cutter to cut logs or other wooden
objects, plastic materials, bricks and construction
materials. The use of this brush cutter for jobs different
to those stipulated can create dangerous situations.
Use this machine and its accessories according to
the instructions provided and taking into account
working conditions and work to be done. The use of
this machine for jobs different to those stipulated can
cause danger.
Check that all security elements are installed and in
good working condition.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for damages
provoked through an inadequate use of the machine.
Do not force the machine over its capacity. Use the
machine for the correct job. The use of the machine
for its proper job, will ensure that you work better and
more safely.
Do not use this machine if the open and closed
switch does not work. Any machine that cannot be
controlled by the open and closed switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
Before starting to work with the machine, check
that the cutting tool are not in contact with any
object and that they can move freely.
Keep the machine with a good maintenance. Ensure
all moving parts are aligned and that no other parts
are damaged or broken. If the machine is damaged,
repair before use. Many breakages occur because
machines are poorly maintained.
Maintain the cutting elements sharp and clean.
Cutting elements that are clean and well sharpened,
are easier to control and less likely to block.
Never use metallic threads or other materials that are
not nylon.
If the cutting instrument touches a strange object
whilst working, stop and disconnect the machine
from the mains and examine the machine before
continuing. If you detect any sign of damage to the
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