Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18 Original Instructions Manual page 23

away when using the garden tool.
The operator is responsible for third
parties in the work area.
Wait until the cutting head has com-
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pletely stopped before touching it.
The cutting head continues to rotate
after the trimmer is switched off; a
rotating cutting head can cause in-
jury.
Work only in daylight or in good arti-
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ficial light.
Avoid operating the trimmer in bad
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weather conditions especially when
there is a risk of lightning.
Operating the trimmer in wet grass
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decreases the efficiency of perform-
ance.
When transporting, switch the ma-
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chine off and remove the battery.
Always ensure a safe working posi-
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tion when working with the trimmer.
Always keep your hands and feet at a
safe distance from rotating parts.
Keep the balance all the time while
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trimming to prevent falling over.
Take care when placing product on
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floor, as it may become a trip hazard.
Remove the battery before replacing
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the spool.
Inspect and maintain the trimmer
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regularly.
Always wear gloves when cleaning
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product or replacing cutting means.
Be careful of injuries from the blade
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used for cutting the cutting line.
After feeding cutting line, always re-
turn the trimmer to a horizontal
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working position before switching
on.
Switch the machine off and remove
the battery.
– whenever you leave the machine
unattended for any period of time
– before replacing the cutting line
– before cleaning or working on the
trimmer
– before storing the trimmer
Store the product in a secure, dry
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place out of the reach of children. Do
not place other objects on top of the
product.
Do not use the garden tool as a walk-
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ing stick.
Recommendations for Optimal
Handling of the Battery Pack
Do not open the battery. There is a
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risk of short-circuiting.
Protect the battery against
heat (e.g., against continu-
ous intense sunlight), fire,
water, and moisture. There is a risk of
explosion.
In case of damage and improper
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use of the battery pack, vapours
may be emitted. Ventilate the area
and seek medical help in case of
complaints. The vapours can irritate
the respiratory system.
Only use the battery with products
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from the manufacturer. This is the
only way in which you can protect
the battery against dangerous over-
load.
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