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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
GRASS TRIMMERS
WARNING: Cutting elements continue to
rotate after the motor is switchedoff.
• Wear long trousers to protect yourlegs.
• Before using the appliance, check that your cutting path is free
from sticks, stones, wire and any otherobstacles.
• Only use the appliance in the upright position, with the cutting
line near the ground. Never switch the appliance on in any
otherposition.
• Move slowly when using the appliance. Be aware that freshly
cut grass is damp andslippery.
• Do not work on steep slopes. Work across the face of slopes,
not up anddown.
• Never cross gravel paths or roads while the appliance
isrunning.
• Never touch the cutting line while the appliance isrunning.
• 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.
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.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
using your tool (example: working with wood, especially oak,
beech and MDF.)
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the battery pack voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate. Also make sure that the voltage of
your charger corresponds to that of yourmains.
Your STANLEYFATMAX charger is double insulated
in accordance with EN60335; therefore no earth wire
isrequired.
WARNING: 115 V units have to be operated
via a fail-safe isolating transformer with an earth screen
between the primary and secondary winding.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a specially
prepared cord available through the STANLEYFATMAX
serviceorganisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the oldplug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in theplug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutralterminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be made to the
earthterminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 3A..
Using an Extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use an approved extension cable suitable for
the power input of your charger (see Technical Data). The
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