Makita UH201D Instruction Manual page 12

2. Before use always check that the equipment
is safe for operation. Check the security of the
cutting tool and the guard and the switch trig-
ger/lever for easy and proper action. Check for
clean and dry handles and test the function of
the start/stop.
3. Check damaged parts before further use of
the equipment. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to deter-
mine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tion that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by our authorized ser-
vice center unless indicated elsewhere in this
manual.
Switch on the motor only when the hands and
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feet are away from the cutting tool.
5. Before starting make sure that the cutting tool
has no contact with any objects.
Method of operation
1. Only use the equipment in good light and
visibility. During the winter season beware
of slippery or wet areas, ice and snow (risk
of slipping). Always ensure a safe footing on
slopes and be sure to walk and never run.
Take care against injury to feet and hands from
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the cutting tool.
3. Never stand on a ladder and run the
equipment.
4. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting
operation with the equipment.
5. Never work on unstable surfaces.
Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within
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the working range. Foreign particles may dam-
age the cutting tool and can cause dangerous
kick-backs.
7. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard
objects, immediately switch off the motor and
inspect the cutting tool.
8. Inspect the cutting tool at short regular inter-
vals for damage (detection of hairline cracks
by means of tapping-noise test).
Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool
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must have reached full working speed.
10. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the appro-
priate guard. Never run the equipment with dam-
aged guards or without guards in place!
All protective installations and guards sup-
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plied with the equipment must be used during
operation.
12. Always remove the battery cartridge from the
equipment:
— whenever leaving the equipment
unattended;
— before clearing a blockage;
— before checking, cleaning or working on
the equipment;
after striking a foreign object;
—
— whenever the equipment starts vibrating
abnormally.
13. Always ensure that the ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
14. Cutting means continues to run after the motor
is switched off.
Cutting Tools
Employ only the correct cutting tool for the job
in hand.
Maintenance instructions
1. The condition of the equipment, in particular of
the cutting tool of the protective devices must
be checked before commencing work.
2. Turn off the motor and remove the battery
cartridge before carrying out maintenance,
replacing cutting tools or cleaning the equip-
ment or cutting tool.
3. When not in use, store the equipment indoors in
dry and high or locked-up place - out of the reach of
children. Clean and maintain before storage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer Safety
Warnings
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter
blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the
switch is off when clearing jammed material. A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge trim-
mer may result in serious personal injury.
2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
cutter blade stopped. When transporting or storing
the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device
cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce
possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
3. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden
wiring. Cutter blades contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could
give the operator an electric shock.
4. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in
wet or very damp conditions. The electric motor
is not waterproof.
First-time users should have an experienced
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hedge trimmer user show them how to use the
trimmer.
The hedge trimmer must not be used by
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children or young persons under 18 years of
age. Young persons over 16 years of age may be
exempted from this restriction if they are undergo-
ing training under the supervision of an expert.
7. Use the hedge trimmer only if you are in good
physical condition. If you are tired, your attention
will be reduced. Be especially careful at the end of
a working day. Perform all work calmly and care-
fully. The user is responsible for all damages to
third parties.
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DO NOT let comfort or familiarity