Tesco CDGT032012 - Safety Instructions; Training; Work Area; Electrical Safety

User Guide
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Original Instructions Original Instructions
250W Grass Trimmer
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing the 250W Tesco
Grass Trimmer. For your safety, please
read this User Guide carefully, paying close
attention to the Safety Guide section. Keep
this User Guide with the Grass Trimmer.
Safety Instructions
Intended Use:
The Grass Trimmer 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 Grass Trimmer by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the Grass Trimmer.
The Grass Trimmer is designed for the cutting
of grass and weeds under bushes and on
slopes / edges that cannot be reached with
a lawnmower. It is intended for use in private
households and as a hobby device in the
garden. Any other utilisation, which is not
explicitly approved in these directions, can
lead to damage to the Grass Trimmer and
represent a serious danger to the user.
1) Training
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the correct use of
the Grass Trimmer.
• Never allow children to use the Grass
Trimmer.
• Never allow people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the Grass Trimmer.
Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
• Never operate the Grass Trimmer while
people, especially children, or pets are
nearby.
• The operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other
people or their property.
2) Work Area
• Keep your work area tidy and well lit.
• Keep children and bystanders at least 5m
away while operating the Grass Trimmer.
• Ensure that the area being cut is free from
string, wire, cables, stone and debris.
3) Electrical Safety
• It is strongly recommended that mains
power be supplied to the Grass trimmer
through a Residual Current Device (RCD)
having a rated residual current rating not
exceeding 30mA.
• Do not modify the plug in any way.
• Do not touch earthed or grounded surfaces
such as pipes or radiators while using the
Grass Trimmer. There is an increased risk
of of electric shock if your body is earthed
or grounded.
• Do not expose the Grass Trimmer to water,
or use in wet conditions. Water in the
Grass Trimmer increases the risk of electric
shock.
• Only use an extension cable that is suitable
for outdoor use.
• Do not carry or pull the Grass Trimmer by
the power cable. Never pull on the power
cable to unplug the Grass Trimmer.
• Keep the power cable away from heat, oil,
sharp edges and moving parts. Damaged
or entangled power cables increase the
risk or electric shock.
• Before use check the power and extension
cable for signs of damage and ageing.
If the cord becomes damaged during
use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately. Do not touch the cable before
disconnecting the supply.
• Do not use the Grass Trimmer if the power
or extension cable is damaged or worn.
• If the power cable is damaged, it must be
replacedbysuitablyqualiedpersonnel.
4) Personal Safety
• Do not use the Grass Trimmer while you
aretiredorundertheinuenceofalcohol,
drugs or medication.
• Wear protective goggles, sturdy gloves,
dust mask and substantial, non-skid
footwear while operating the Grass
Trimmer.
• Wear suitable hearing protection such as
ear defenders or ear plugs when operating
the Grass Trimmer.
• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure that the
switch is in the Off position before plugging
in.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery
that can be caught in moving parts. Keep
long hair away from any part of the Grass
Trimmer.
• Always ensure that any openings are clear
of debris.
5) Use and Care
• Do not force the Grass Trimmer, only use
for the intended application.
• Do not use the Grass Trimmer if the switch
does not turn it on and off.
• Disconnect the Grass Trimmer from
the power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories or
storing.
• Store the Grass Trimmer out of reach of
children and persons unfamiliar with its
use.
• Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the
operation of the Grass Trimmer.
6) Service
• Refer all servicing which involves the taking
or putting on of parts (other than those
specicallyreferredtointhismanual),toa
qualiedpersonorapprovedserviceagent.
7) Operation
• Avoid using the Grass Trimmer in bad
weather conditions especially when there is
risk of lightning.
• Only use the Grass Trimmer in daylight or
goodarticiallight.
• Before using the Grass Trimmer and after
any impact, check for signs of wear or
damage and repair as necessary.
• Never use replacement parts or
accessories not provided or recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Disconnect the Grass Trimmer from mains
before checking, cleaning or working on it
and when it is not in use.
• Never operate the Grass Trimmer when
youaretired,illorundertheinuenceof
alcohol, drugs or medicine.
• When the Grass Trimmer is in operation,
keep the cutting section away from all parts
of the body, especially hands and feet.
• Do not start the Grass Trimmer when it
is upside down or not in the operating
position.
• Switch the Grass Trimmer off and pull out
the plug when it is not being used, left
unattended, being cleaned, transported or
adjusted.
• If there is an interruption to the power
supply or the extension cable is damaged,
switch off the Grass Trimmer and remove
the plug from the power supply.
• Keep a balanced and stable stance
when using the Grass Trimmer. Do not
overreach.
• Do not cut against hard objects. This could
cause injury to the operator and damage
the Grass Trimmer.
• Never use the Grass Trimmer without a
guard or if the guard is damaged.