Supplementary Safety Instructions For Hedge Trimmers; Residual Risks - Parkside PTHSA 20-Li B3 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Supplementary safety instructions
for hedge trimmers
Preparation
a) THE HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES! Read the instructions on correct
hand ling, preparation, maintenance, starting
and stopping the hedge trimmer very carefully.
Familiarise yourself with all manual controls and
the proper use of the hedge trimmer.
b) Children may never use the hedge trimmer.
c) Beware of above-ground power lines.
d) Do not use the hedge trimmer while anyone,
especially children, is in the vicinity.
e) Wear suitable clothing! Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery which could get caught
in moving parts. We recommend wearing
heavy-duty gloves, non-slip footwear and
goggles.
f) If the cutting unit comes in contact with a
foreign object or if the operating noise
increases or the hedge trimmer starts to vibrate
abnormally, stop the motor and allow the
hedge trimmer to come to a standstill. Take the
following measures:
– check for damage;
– check for loose parts and secure all the
loose parts;
– replace damaged parts with equivalent
parts or have them repaired.
g) Wear ear muffs!
h) Wear safety goggles!
i) To stop the hedge trimmer in an emergency,
remove the battery.
Operation
a) Remove the battery from the appliance before:
– cleaning or removal of a blockage;
– inspection, maintenance or work on the
hedge trimmer;
– setting the working position of the cutting unit;
– if the hedge trimmer is to be left unattended.
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b) Always make sure that the hedge trimmer is in
the proper working position and the tool head
is properly engaged before the motor is started.
c) When operating the hedge trimmer, always
ensure that you have a firm footing, especially
when using steps or a ladder.
d) Do not use the hedge trimmer if it has a defec-
tive or badly worn cutting unit.
e) Ensure that all supplied handles and safety
guards are mounted when operating the hedge
trimmer. Never attempt to operate an incom-
pletely assembled hedge trimmer or a hedge
trimmer with non-approved modifications.
f) Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands
using the handles provided.
g) Always familiarise yourself with your environ-
ment and be aware of potential dangers that
you may not be able to hear because of the
noise of the hedge trimmer.
Maintenance and storage
a) If the hedge trimmer is shut down for mainte-
nance, inspection or storage, switch off the
motor and make sure that all rotating parts have
come to a standstill. Allow the machine to cool
down before carrying out an inspection, making
adjustments, etc.
b) Always allow the hedge trimmer to cool down
before storage.
c) When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer,
cover the cutting unit with the protective cover
for the cutting unit.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even if you operate this power tool properly, there
will still be residual risks. The following risks can
occur in relation to the power tool's design and
structure:
a) Cuts
b) Hearing damage, if no suitable hearing protec-
tion is worn.
c) Damage to health caused by hand-arm vibra-
tions if the appliance is used for extended
periods or is not properly used and maintained.
PTHSA 20-Li B3