Residual Risks - Kärcher HGE 18-45 Battery Bedienungsanleitung

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The device is not intended for use by persons with re-
stricted physical, sensory or mental abilities or those
lacking in experience and / or lacking in knowledge.
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Keep children and other persons out of the work area
while you are using the device.
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You need an unobstructed view of the work area in
order to be able to recognise any potential dangers.
Use the device only under good lighting conditions.
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Do not operate the device in the vicinity of posts,
fences, buildings or other immovable objects.
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Switch the motor off, remove the battery pack and
make sure that all moving parts have stopped mov-
ing:
 Before adjusting the working position of the cutting
mechanism.
 Before cleaning the device or removing a blockage.
 When leaving the device unattended.
 Before changing accessories.
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Risk of incision injuries and crushing injuries. Avoid
contact with the cutting tools. Do not place your
hands or fingers between the cutting tools or in a po-
sition where they can be cut or crushed.
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Danger of injury. Do not make any modifications to
the device.
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Ensure that all protective devices, deflectors and
handles are correctly fitted and securely fastened.
CAUTION
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Wear especially safety glasses and hearing protec-
tion.
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Hearing protection can impair your ability to hear
warning sounds, so pay attention to hazards in your
vicinity and in the work area.
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Wear head protection when working in areas with a
danger of falling objects.
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Risk of injury from sharp cutting tools. Wear non-slip,
sturdy protective gloves when handling the cutting
tool.
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Risk of injury when loose fitting clothing, hair or jew-
ellery is caught by moving parts of the device. Keep
clothing and jewellery away from moving parts of the
device. Tie long hair back.
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You must not operate the device when you are under
the influence of medication or drugs which restrict
your reactive capacity. Only work with the device
when you are well rested and are in good health.
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Do not use the device if it vibrates unusually or
makes unusual noises.
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Check the device for damage before use and make
sure that the screws on the blade are firmly tightened.
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Do not use the device if it has been dropped before-
hand, has received an impact or is visibly damaged.
Have any damage repaired correctly before using the
device again.
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Do not use the device on ladders or unstable surfac-
es.
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Check that the cutting tool cannot come into contact
with anything before starting the device.
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Risk of injury from exposed blades. Fit the blade
guard when not using the device, also during short
work breaks.
ATTENTION
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Do not force the device through dense bushes. This
can block and slow down the cutting tool. Reduce the
working speed if the cutting tool blocks.
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Do not attempt to cut boughs and branches that are
obviously too large to fit between the cutting blades.
Use a non-motorised hand saw or branch saw for cut-
ting larger boughs and branches.
Safe servicing and care
WARNING
battery pack and make sure that all moving parts have
stopped moving:
 Before cleaning or servicing the device.
 Before changing accessories.
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Risk of injury from sharp cutting tools. Exercise spe-
cial care when removing and fitting the blade guard,
cleaning and oiling the device.
is in a safe condition by regularly checking that all bolts,
nuts and screws are screwed tight.
using the device, remove dirt from the cutting tools us-
ing a hard brush and apply a suitable oil for rust protec-
tion before fitting the blade guard. The manufacturer
recommends using a spray for rust protection and oil-
ing. Ask your Customer Service department to recom-
mend a suitable spray. You can oil the cutting tools as
described, each time before using the device.
CAUTION
parts which are approved by the manufacturer. Only
original accessories and original spare parts ensure that
the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
ATTENTION
cloth each time after use.
Note
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Service and maintenance work may only be
performed by suitably qualified and specially trained
personnel. We recommend sending the product to an
authorised service centre for repair.
perform the adjustments and repairs described in these
operating instructions. Contact your authorised Cus-
tomer Service department for other repairs.
Safe transport and storage
WARNING
cool down and remove the battery pack before storage
or transportation.
CAUTION
injuries, you must only transport and store the device
with the blade guard installed and with the rechargeable
battery removed.
vice. Secure the device against movement or falling
down during transport.
ATTENTION
the device before storage or transportation.
device in a dry, well ventilated location out of the reach
of children. Keep the device away from corrosive sub-
stances such as garden chemicals.
device outdoors.
WARNING
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Certain residual risks remain present, even when the
device is operated in the prescribed manner. The fol-
lowing dangers can be present when using the de-
vice:
 Severe injuries through contact with the cutting
tools. Keep the cutting tools away from your body
and below hip height. Fit the blade guard when not
using the device, also during short work breaks.
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Switch the motor off, remove the
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Ensure that the device
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Each time after
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Only use accessories and spare
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Clean the product with a soft, dry
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You may only
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Switch the device off, allow it to
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In order to prevent accidents or
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Risk of injury and damage to the de-
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Remove all foreign bodies from
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Do not store the

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