MADER SF8A612 Manual page 59

• Always hold the hedge trimmer with both hands during operation. Hold
the handles firmly. The device is used to cut in any direction, in a slow
sweeping action from side to side.
• Use gloves to trim the growth of thorns.
• When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping motion so that the
stems are introduced directly into the cutting blade. Older growth will
have thicker stems and will be easier to trim with a sawing motion.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery from
the product before inspecting, cleaning or servicing it.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection with side shields. If the operation is
dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING: When carrying out maintenance, only use identical replacement
parts. Using any other parts could create a hazard or cause damage to the
product.
WARNING: Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse your product and
do not expose the product to rain or damp conditions. Store it indoors in a dry
area. Corrosive liquids, water and chemicals can enter the product's electronic
components and cause damage, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of
fire and serious personal injury. Remove any build-up of dirt and debris by occasionally
wiping the product with a dry cloth.
NOTE: Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, missing or loose parts such
as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten all screws and caps securely and do not use
this product until all missing or damaged parts have been replaced.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE:
Avoid using solvents to clean plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage
from various types of commercial solvents and can be damaged by their use. Use clean
clothes to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
Never allow brake fluids, petrol, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. to
come into contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy the
plastic, which can result in serious personal injury.
STORAGE:
• Always put the sheath on the blade before storing or transporting the
hedge trimmer. Be careful to avoid the sharp teeth of the blade.
• Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing it. Store the hedge
trimmer indoors in a dry place inaccessible to children. Keep it away
from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
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