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Safety regulations for grass trimmer
Important: The nylon line continues to rotate for a
few seconds after the motor is switched off.
The equipment does not start.
• Before you switch on the grass trimmer, make sure
that there are no stones or other objects touching
the nylon line.
• Keep the cable out of the cutting zone. During op-
eration the cable may be covered by grass and cut
through by accident.
• If the grass trimmer is turned over or if it is not in
working position, do not switch it on.
• Switch off the motor and pull out the power plug
when you are not using the grass trimmer, when you
leave the trimmer unattended, when you are check-
ing the trimmer, if the power cable is damaged, when
you want to remove and replace the spool, and when
you are moving the trimmer to another location.
• Keep the grass trimmer away from other persons,
particularly children and pets. There may be stones
and other objects in the flying cut grass.
• Keep at least 5 m away from other persons and an-
imals when you are working with the grass trimmer.
• To prevent injury to yourself and damage to the
grass trimmer, never cut against hard objects.
• Use the edge of the guard to keep the grass trim-
mer away from walls, changes of surface and fragile
objects.
• Never use the grass trimmer without a guard.
CAUTION! The guard is vital for your safety and
for the safety of others, and it is also essential
for the grass trimmer to work correctly. Failure to
observe this instruction will not only create a po-
tential hazard, it will also result in the loss of your
rights under the warranty.
• Never try to stop the cutter (nylon line) with your
hands. Wait until it stops by itself.
• It is imperative to use only the original nylon line.
Never use metal wire instead of the nylon line.
• Beware of injuring yourself on the line cutting de-
vice.
• Keep the air vents clear of dirt.
• After use, unplug the machine and check it for dam-
age.
• Never attempt to cut grass that is not growing on the
ground. For example, do not try to cut grass growing
on walls, rocks, etc.
• Within the working radius of the grass trimmer the
user is responsible for any damage caused to third
persons by use of the trimmer.
• Never cross roads or pebble paths with the grass
trimmer switched on. When you are not using the
grass trimmer, keep it in a dry place out of the reach
of children.
Specific safety information
Please read this safety information and the directions
for use carefully and be sure to follow the instructions
to the letter.
1 Always remove the power plug from the sock-
etoutlet before you perform any work on the grass
trimmer, e.g.
• repairing a damaged cable
• troubleshooting
• cleaning and maintenance or before leaving the
tool unattended.
2 The grass trimmer can cause serious injuries!
Read the directions for use carefully in order to
acquaint yourself with the correct way to handle,
set up, service, start and put down the machine.
Familiarize yourself with all the machine's control
elements and its proper use.
3 Always handle the grass trimmer with both hands.
4 When working with the grass trimmer, wear sturdy
shoes and make sure of your footing.
5 Never work with the grass trimmer in the rain or
on wet grass and never leave the grass trimmer
outdoors. The grass trimmer must not be used
if it is wet.
6 We recommend that you wear safety goggles and
ear-muffs when working with the grass trimmer.
7 Wear suitable working clothes such as rubber
gloves and non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose
garments.
8 Avoid abnormal postures and make sure of your
footing.
9 Be sure to hold the grass trimmer well away from
your body when it is switched on.
10 Make sure there are no other persons or animals
within your working area (radius of swing).
11 Carry the grass trimmer only by its guide handle.
12 Keep cables clear of where you are cutting.
13 Before you use the grass trimmer, examine the
power cable for signs of damage and aging.
14 Use the grass trimmer only when the power cable
is in good working order.
15 Do not remove the power plug from the socketout-
let by pulling on the cable. Never carry the tool
by its cable. Take care not to damage the cable
in any way.
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