Residual Risks - Black & Decker BEHTS551 Manual

d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Additional power tool safety warnings
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Warning! Additional safety warnings for hedge
trimmers
Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade.
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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 tool can result in serious personal
injury.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter
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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.
When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer,
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always fit the blade cover. Proper handling of the hedge
trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the
blades.
When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit,
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make sure all power switches are off and the power
cord is disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the
hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing
may result in serious personal injury.
(Original instructions)
Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather condi-
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tions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This
decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
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only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutter blades contacting a "live"
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting
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area. Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or
bushes and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
The intended use is described in this instruction manual.
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The use of any accessory or attachment or performance
of any operation with this tool other than those recom-
mended in this instruction manual can present a risk of
personal injury and/or damage to property.
If you have not used a hedge trimmer before, preferably
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seek practical instruction by an experienced user in addi-
tion to studying this manual.
Never touch the blades while the tool is running.
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Never attempt to force the blades to come to a standstill.
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Do not put the tool down until the blades have come to a
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complete standstill.
Regularly check the blades for damage and wear. Do not
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use the tool when the blades are damaged.
Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal wire, railings)
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when trimming. Should you accidentally hit any such
object, immediately switch the tool off and check for any
damage.
Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally, immediately
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switch it off and disconnect it from the mains suply then
check for any damage.
If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off. Disconnect it
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from the mains supply before attempting to remove any
obstructions.
After use, place the blade sheath supplied over the
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blades. Store the tool, making sure that the blade is not
exposed.
Always ensure that all guards are fitted when using the
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tool.
Never attempt to use an incomplete tool or a tool with
unauthorised modifications.
Never allow children to use the tool.
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Be aware of falling debris when cutting the higher sides of
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a hedge.
Always hold the tool with both hands and by the handles
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provided.

Residual risks

Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
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