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Additional Safety Instructions for
Grass Trimmers
WARNING: Cutting elements
continue to rotate after the motor is
switched off.
• Wear long trousers to protect your legs.
• Before using the appliance, check that your
cutting path is free from sticks, stones, wire and
any other obstacles.
• Only use the appliance in the upright position,
with the cutting line near the ground. Never
switch the appliance on in any other position.
• Move slowly when using the appliance. Be aware
that freshly cut grass is damp and slippery.
• Do not work on steep slopes. Work across the
face of slopes, not up and down.
• Never cross gravel paths or roads while the
appliance is running.
• Never touch the cutting line while the appliance
is running.
• Do not put the appliance down until the cutting
line has come to a complete standstill.
• Use only the appropriate type of cutting line.
Never use metal cutting line or fishing line.
• Be careful not to touch the line trimming blade.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting line at
all times, especially when switching on the motor.
• Before using the appliance and after any
impact, check for signs of wear or damage and
repair as necessary.
• Take care against injury from any device fitted for
trimming the filament line length. After extending
new cutter line always return the machine to its
normal operating position before switching on.
• Close supervision is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young
or infirm persons without supervision.
• This appliance is not to be used as a toy.
• Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the
appliance to become wet.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water.
• Do not open the body casing. There are not
user-serviceable parts inside
• Do not operate the appliance in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust.
• When the appliance is stored or transported
in a vehicle it should be placed in the boot
PREPARATION
a) Before use, always visually inspect the machine
for damaged, missing or misplaced guards or
shields.
b) Never operate the machine while people,
especially children, or pets are nearby.
OPERATION
a) Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all times
while operating the machine.
b) Avoid using the machine in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
c) Use the machine only in daylight or good
artificial light.
d) Never operate the machine with damaged
guards or shields or without guards or shields in
place.
e) Switch on the motor only when the hands and
feet are away from the cutting means.
f) Always disconnect the machine from the power
supply (i.e. remove the plug from the mains,
remove the disabling device or removable
battery)
1) whenever the machine is left unattended;
2) before clearing a blockage;
3) before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
4) after striking a foreign object;
5) whenever the machine starts vibrating
abnormally.
g) Take care against injury to feet and hands from
the cutting means.
h) Always ensure that the ventilation openings are
kept clear of debris.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
a) Disconnect the machine from the power supply
(i.e. remove the plug from the mains, remove
the disabling device or removable battery)
before carrying out maintenance or cleaning
work.
b) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
c) Inspect and maintain the machine regularly.
Have the machine repaired only by an
authorized repairer.
d) When not in use, store the machine out of the
reach of children.
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