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and enables better control of the machine in unexpected
situations.
■ When cutting brush or saplings that are under
tension, be alert for spring back. When the tension
in the wood fibres is released, the brush or sapling
may strike the operator and/or throw the machine out
of control.
■ Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
saplings. The slender material may catch the blade and
be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
■ Maintain control of the machine and do not touch
cutters, lines or blades and other hazardous moving
parts while they are still in motion. This reduces the
risk of injury from moving parts.
■ Carry the machine with the machine switched off
and away from your body. Proper handling of the
machine will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact
with a moving cutter, line or blade.
■ Only use replacement cutters, lines, cutting heads
and blades specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement parts may increase the risk of breakage
and injury.
■ When clearing jammed material or servicing the
machine, make sure the switch is off and the battery
pack is removed. Unexpected starting of the machine
while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in
serious personal injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts on the product. For a defective switch
or any part that is damaged or worn, contact customer
service.
■ The small blade fitted to the safety guard is designed to
trim the newly extended line to the correct length for safe
and optimum performance. The blade is very sharp. Do
not touch the blade, particularly when cleaning the product.
■ Use only the manufacturer’s replacement cutting line.
Do not use any other cutting attachment.
■ Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened.
■ Never operate the product unless all guards, deflectors,
and handles are properly and securely attached.
■ Ensure that the line cut-off blade in the safety guard is
properly positioned and secured before each use.
■ Keep the head attachment below waist level.
■ Immediately power off the product and remove the
battery pack in the event of an accident or a breakdown.
Do not operate the product again, and contact customer
service.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
moving parts, always power off the product and remove
the battery pack. Allow both to cool down. Make sure
that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
● before servicing
● before clearing a blockage
● before checking, cleaning, and working on the
product
● before changing accessories
● before inspecting the product after striking a foreign
object
● before leaving the product unattended
● before performing maintenance
● whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
■ Ensure that all guards and handles are properly fitted
and are in good condition.
■ Hold the product by the designated handles, and restrict
working time and exposure.
■ Beware of objects thrown by the cutting means. Clear
debris like small stones, gravel, and other foreign objects
from the work area before starting operation. Wires or
string may become entangled with the cutting means.
■ Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris.
■ Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use
of the product. When using the product for prolonged
periods, ensure to take regular breaks.
■ Operate the product only in temperatures between 0 °C
and 40 °C.
■ Store the product in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0 °C and 40 °C.
■ The product is fitted with a harness. Use the harness
while operating the product. Carefully adjust the harness
to fit comfortably and help support the weight of the
product at your right side. Identify the quick-release
mechanism and practise using it before you start using
the product. Its correct use may prevent serious injury in
case of an emergency. Never wear additional clothing
over the harness or otherwise that restrict access to the
quick-release mechanism.
■ Do not wear multiple belt or shoulder harnesses.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
■ To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the
product, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid
to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
■ Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 10 °C and 38 °C.
■ Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0 °C and 20 °C.
■ Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0 °C and 40 °C.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Power off the product, and remove the battery pack.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop. Allow the product and the battery pack to
cool down before storing or transporting.
■ Remove all foreign materials from the product.
■ Do not store or transport the product with the battery
pack fitted. Remove the battery pack, and secure it
separately. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-
ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep
the product away from corrosive agents, such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product
outdoors.
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