Remember that the cutting equip-
ment will continue to move after
switching the unit off.
Do not use the unit during rain, bad
weather damp surroundings or on
wet grass or hedges.
Danger due to materials blown out
of machine!
Remove persons in the vicinity from
the danger area.
Guaranteed sound power level L
indicated in dB
While trimming, take care
that there are no objects such
as wire, metal parts, stones
etc. come into contact with
the blades.
Electrical devices must not be
disposed of with domestic waste.
Generalsafetyinstructions
forpowertools
WARnInG! Read all safety
notices, instructions, illustra-
tions and technical data that
have been provided with this
power tool. Failure to comply
with the following instructions may
resultinelectricshock,fireand/or
serious injuries.
Retain all safety directions and
instructions for future use.
The term "Power Tools" used in the safety
instructions refers to mains-operated power
tools (with power cord) and to battery-op-
erated power tools (without power cord).
1) WORK AREA SAFETy
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable Iiquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETy
WA
a) Power tool plugs must match
the outlet. never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodi-
fiedplugsandmatchingoutletswill
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with
earthed or grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to
rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. never
use the cord for carrying, pulling
or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces
GB
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