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Personal Safety:
• Only use the hedge trimmer in the manner
intended and for trimming hedges as described in
this manual.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience or
knowledge.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals at all
times. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
• The operator is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people at their property.
• Do not use power tools while you are tired
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. This may result in serious personal
injury.
• Always be aware of your surroundings and stay
alert for possible hazards.
• Only use in daylight or good artificial light.
• Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery and keep hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts.
• Do not operate when barefoot or wearing open-
toed shoes.
• Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
• Use protective personal equipment such as safety
glasses, non-skid safety shoes and sturdy gloves to
reduce the risk of personal injury.
• Keep all body parts, especially hands and feet,
away from the blade at all times.
• Warning: the blade will continue to move aer the
motor is switched off.
• Always be sure of your footing on ladders, uneven
ground, slopes, or in slippery conditions.
• Do not over-reach or use on excessively steep
slopes. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. This enables better control of the hedge
trimmer in unexpected situations.
• When operating the product ensure that both
hands are correctly positioned on the handle.
• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off position before picking up or carrying the
trimmer.
• Carry the trimmer by the handle with the blade
stopped.
• Do not run with the trimmer.
• Remove the battery and ensure the motor and
blade have stopped turning before cleaning,
clearing a blockage, checking or carrying out
maintenance on the trimmer.
• Do not operate the product if it is incomplete or
has unauthorised modifications.
• Never modify the product in any way.
• Never operate the product with damaged guards
or without the guards in place.
• Keep the product and all accessories away from
hot surfaces.
• Pay special attention to the hazards posed to third
parties by the reach working radius.
• When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer,
always fit the protective blade cover.
• Check the hedge and area where the hedge trimmer
is being used for any objects, such as wire fences,
that could damage or jam the trimmer blade.
• Do not expose this product to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
• Keep your work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents.
• Store indoors in a dry place out of the reach of
children.
• Don’t let children play with the appliance;
supervise children using or maintaining the
appliance.
Electrical safety:
• Do not operate this machine in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Do not use the machine when a thunderstorm is
approaching.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose the product to rain or wet
conditions.
• Do not overload the trimmer. For safety, the
trimmer will automatically cut out if the motor
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.
WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be observed when using
an electrical appliance, including the following to reduce the risk of fire, electri-
cal shock, or injury:
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