Gardena EasyCut 400/25 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

DANGER!
Eye and ear injuries!
v W ear eye and hearing
protection!
v If the cable of the unit is
damaged, the unit must be
unplugged from the mains
immediately.
Check your Trimmer before each use
v A lways visually inspect your Trimmer before
each use.
v C heck that the ventilation slots are not
obstructed in any way.
Do not use the trimmer if it is damaged or if
its safety devices (pressure switch, safety cover)
and / or the filament cassette are damaged or
worn.
v N ever bypass the safety devices.
v I nspect the area to be cut before you begin
work. Remove any foreign objects and look
out for foreign objects (such as stones,
pieces of wood, strings and wires) while you
are working.
v I f you should come across an obstacle while
cutting, turn off the Trimmer and unplug the
mains plug. Remove the obstacle; inspect the
trimmer for potential damage and arrange for
it to be repaired if necessary.
v Should the trimmer begin to vibrate abnor-
mally, please take it out of operation and
pull the mains plug. Inspect the trimmer for
potential damage and arrange for it to be
repaired, if necessary.
Use / responsibility
DANGER!
Tool does not stop immedi­
ately when turned off!
v K eep hands and feet
away from the work area
until the cutting filament
is stationary!
The Trimmer can cause serious injuries.
v U se the Trimmer only for the purpose
specified in these operating instructions.
You are responsible for safety in the work area
(2 metre radius).
v E nsure that no other people (especially
children) and animals are in close proximity
to the danger area (15 metre radius).
In order to prevent injuries due to an accidental
start-up of the device as a result of a damaged
start button, third parties must stay clear of the
device upon plugging it in.
Unplug the mains plug after use and regularly
inspect the trimmer, especially the filament
cassette, for damage and arrange appropriate
repair if necessary.
v A lways wear an eye shield or safety goggles!
v W ear sturdy shoes and long trousers to
protect your legs. Keep your fingers and feet
away from the cutting filament – above all
when starting work.
v A lways ensure that you have a secure foot-
hold whilst working.
v K eep the extension cable away from the area
you are cutting.
Take extra care when walking backwards.
You may stumble!
Only work in the daylight or when visibility
is good.
Interrupting work
v N ever leave the Trimmer unattended where
you are working.
v I f you stop work, unplug the mains plug and
store your Trimmer in a safe place.
v I f you stop work in order to move to another
work area, the trimmer must be switched
off, wait until the work tool is stationary and
then unplug the mains plug.
Always carry the trimmer at the additional
handle.
Familiarise yourself with the surroundings
v F amiliarise yourself with the surroundings and
look out for possible dangers which you may
not hear due to machine noise.
v N ever use the Trimmer when there is a risk of
thunderstorms, when it is raining or in damp,
wet areas.
Do not operate your Trimmer directly next
to swimming pools or garden ponds.
Electrical safety
Check the power cord regularly for damage
and signs of wear and tear.
Do not use your Trimmer if the power cord is
damaged.
v If the mains cord or extension cable is
damaged while you are working, unplug
the mains plug immediately.
Do not touch the cable until the mains
plug is switched off.
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