Okay THS 5118 Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 25

• Never carry the hedge trimmer by the cable
or pull on the cable to pull the plug out of the
socket. Keep the cable away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
• When the hedge trimmer is not being used,
store it in a dry location in such a way that the
blade is not exposed and the hedge trimmer is
out of the reach of children.
• The mains voltage must match the voltage
specified on the type plate.
• Never use the hedge trimmer in the rain. Keep
away from the wet and the damp. Do not leave
outdoors overnight. Do not cut damp or wet
grass.
• Regularly check the mains cable. Make sure
before every use that the cable is not dam-
aged or worn. The hedge trimmer may not be
used if the cable is not in good condition. Have
the cable repaired by a specialist workshop.
• Only use extension cables which are suitable
for the outdoors. Keep the cable out of the
cutting zone and away from damp, wet or oily
surfaces and sharp edges. Keep the cable
away from heat and fuels.
• Make sure the hedge trimmer does not start
accidentally. Do not carry the hedge trimmer
with fingers on both switches if the hedge trim-
mer is plugged in. Make sure the switch is set
to off before plugging the plug into the socket.
• Do not attempt to remove cut materials or at-
tempt to hold on to materials being cut while
the blades are in motion. Make sure that the
hedge trimmer has been switched off and has
come to a complete stop before attempting to
remove jammed material. Do not lift or hold
the hedge trimmer by the blades.
CAUTION: The blades continue to run after
the trimmer has been switched off.
• Do not overload the hedge trimmer. The trim-
mer works better and poses less risk of injury
if it is operated as intended.
• Be careful, pay attention to what you are
doing. Use common sense. Do not use the
hedge trimmer if you are tired.
• Take care of the hedge trimmer, keep the
blades sharp and clean; the blades then pro-
vide the best performance and pose less risk
of injury. Check the extension cable regularly
and replace it if it is damaged. Keep the grips
dry, clean and free of oil and grease.
• A circuit breaker with a fault current of 30 mA
or less is necessary when working outdoors.
- A tingling feeling or numbness in the hands is
sign of excessive vibration. Limit the operating
time, take sufficiently long work breaks, distrib-
ute the work between several people or wear
anti-vibration gloves when using the tool for
extended periods.
- A certain degree of noise from this device is
unavoidable. Perform noise-intensive work at
times when this is permitted and at times in-
tended for this type of work. Where applicable,
observe quiet times and limit working time to
the absolute minimum. You and other persons
in the area where the trimmer is being used
should wear suitable hearing
General safety
WARNING: When using electric garden-
ing appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce
risk of fire, electric shock, and personal
injury, including the following:
Before use the pole trimmer
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense when operating Pole
Trimmer.
2. Avoid Dangerous Environments:
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer in rain or in
damp or wet locations..
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer while under the
influence of alcohol, medications, or drugs.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer where highly-
flammable liquids or gases are present.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer while standing
on a ladder or in a tree.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer if it is damaged
or not securely and fully assembled.
3. Keep Children Away – Keep all visitors,
children and pets a safe distance from work
area, at least 50 ft (15 m) away.
4. Use Right Appliance – Do not use Pole Trim-
mer for any job except that for which it is
intended.
5. Only well instructed adults should operate
Pole Trimmer. Never allow children to oper-
ate Pole Trimmer.
6. Dress Properly when operating Pole Trim-
mer
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that
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protection.