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Date Code Position (Fig.B)
The date code 
13
, which also includes the year of manufacture, 
is printed into thehousing.
Example:
2020XX XX
Year and week of Manufacture
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual beforeuse.
Wear eyeprotection.
 Wear earprotection.
 No hands
A
 Hot surface. Do nottouch.
Do not expose the tool to rain or high 
humidity or leave 
outdoors while it israining.
Switch the tool off. Before performing any maintenance 
on the tool, remove the battery from thetool.
Keep bystandersaway.
Directive 2000/14/EC guaranteed soundpower.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1       String  trimmer
1       Guard
2       Guard  screws
2       Washers
1         Instruction  manual
•  Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may 
have occurred duringtransport.
•  Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual 
prior tooperation.
Residual Risks
To ensure you have good footing on slopes, do not overreach. 
Keep your balance at all times. Always walk, do notrun.
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which 
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These 
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged useetc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations and 
the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks can 
not be avoided. These include:
•  Injuries caused by touching any rotating/movingparts.
•  Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades 
oraccessories.
•  Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using any 
tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regularbreaks.
•  Impairment ofhearing.
•  Do not put the appliance down until the cutting line has come 
to a completestandstill.
•  Use only the appropriate type of cutting line. Never use metal 
cutting line or fishingline.
•  Keep hands and feet away from the cutting line and blade at 
all times, especially when switching on themotor.
•  Before using the appliance and after any impact, check for 
signs of wear or damage and repair asnecessary.
•  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 
switchingon.
•  Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used 
nearchildren.
•  This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm 
persons withoutsupervision.
•  This appliance is not to be used as atoy.
•  Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to 
becomewet.
•  Do not immerse the appliance inwater.
•  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 ordust.
•  When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle 
it should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent 
movement following sudden changes in speed ordirection.
•  When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry, well 
ventilated place out of reach ofchildren.
•  Children should not have access to storedappliances.
Safety of Others
•  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including 
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, 
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have 
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the 
appliance by a person responsible for theirsafety.
•  Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play 
with theappliance.
•  Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when 
using your tool (example: working with wood, especially oak, 
beech and MDF.)
•  Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot 
duringoperation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS