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abilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concern-
ing use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
When working with the machine, always hold it firmly
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with both hands and provide for a secure stance. The
power tool is guided more secure with both hands.
Always ensure all handles and guards are fitted when
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using the machine. Never attempt to use an incomplete
machine or one fitted with an unauthorized modification.
Always lubricate the cutting blade with protective
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spray before use.
Always wait until the machine has come to a complete
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stop before placing it down.
Other persons and animals should remain at a distance of
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3 metres or more when the machine is being used. The
operator is responsible for third persons in the working
area.
Never grasp the blade of the hedge trimmer.
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Children or persons unfamiliar with these instructions
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must not operate the hedge trimmer. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator.
Never cut a hedge while people, especially children or
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pets, are nearby.
The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
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to other people or their property.
Do not operate the hedge timmer when barefoot or wear-
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ing open sandals, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. The use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear
and safety glasses is recommended. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery which can be caught in moving parts.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the hedge trimmer is
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to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
Prior to operation, check cutter blades, blade bolts and
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cutter assembly for wear or damage. Do not operate with
a damaged or excessively worn cutting device.
Know how to stop the hedge trimmer quickly in an emer-
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gency.
Cut a hedge only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Never operate the hedge trimmer with defective guards
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or without the guard in place.
Always ensure all handles and guards supplied are fitted
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when using the hedge trimmer. Never attempt to use an
incomplete hedge trimmer or one with an unauthorized
modification.
Never hold the hedge trimmer by the guard.
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When operating the hedge trimmer, ensure to keep
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proper footing and balance at all times.
Always be aware of your surroundings and stay alert for
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possible hazards that you may not hear whilst operating
the hedge trimmer.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the
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hedge trimmer is always in a safe working condition.
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The hedge trimmer should be stored in a dry, high or
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locked up place out of the reach of children.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you are quali-
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fied to do so.
Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch-approved.
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To prevent accidental contact with the cutting blade, this
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hedge trimmer is equipped with a switch with mechanical
interlock. To operate the hedge trimmer, the locking but-
ton must be pressed before the blade functions (see fig-
ure I). Do not use the product without pressing the lock-
ing button. Do not operate this tool with only one hand.
Hold the product securely with both hands; one hand to
hold the product securely and the other to operate the
On/Off switch (see figure I).
Safety Instructions and Recommendations for
Optimal Handling of the Battery
Ensure the product is switched off before inserting
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the battery. Inserting the battery into a product that has
the switch on can cause accidents.
Use only Bosch batteries intended specifically for this
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product. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of
injury and fire.
Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuit-
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ing.
Protect the battery against heat (e.g.,
against continuous intense sunlight), fire,
water, and moisture. There is a risk of explo-
sion.
Keep the battery not being used away from paper
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clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
In case of damage and improper use of the battery
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pack, vapours may be emitted. Ventilate the area and
seek medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can
irritate the respiratory system.
Only use the battery with products from the manufac-
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turer. This is the only way in which you can protect the
battery against dangerous overload.
The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such
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as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally.
An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to
burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
Do not short-circuit the battery. There is a risk of explo-
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sion.
Protect the battery against moisture and water.
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Store the product and battery only within a temperature
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range between –20 °C and 50 °C . As an example, do not
leave the battery in the car in summer.
Occasionally clean the venting slots of the battery using a
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soft, clean and dry brush.
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