29. Assume a firm stance and maintain
your balance during operation. Also
use the carrying strap provided.
Protective measures against
kickbacks
In the event of a kickback,
the operator will feel a pow-
erful blow from the device.
This may lead to losing con-
trol of the device and serious
injury. You can avoid kick-
backs through caution and
proper technique.
While working with the 2-tooth blade there
is a risk of kickback if the blade edge hits
an obstacle (stone, wood).
• Hold the device with both hands.
• Make sure there are no obstacles on the
ground and do not use the 2-tooth blade
near fences, metal posts or similar.
Additional safety
instructions
TRAINING
• The appliance is not suitable
for use by children. Children
should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made
by children.
Use only properly
sharpened tools. To
cut thick stems, switch
the device to position
A.
• This appliance is not intended
for use by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental ca-
pabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge.
• Local regulations or bylaws may
determine the minimum age for
using the device.
• The operator or user is responsi-
ble for accidents or damage to
other persons or their property.
• Children and persons with lim-
ited physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or inadequate expe-
rience and knowledge, or per-
sons who are not familiar with
the instructions, should never be
allowed to use the machine! Lo-
cal regulations may specify an
age limit for the user.
• Never let children or persons
who are not familiar with the
instructions mentioned use the
machine.
PREPARATION
• Before each use, carry out a
visual inspection on missing
or wrongly mounted protective
devices or parts of the cutting
device.
• Before commissioning and after
any impacts, check for signs
of wear and damages, and
have any necessary repairs per-
formed.
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