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– in no circumstances should you attempt to open the batteries. Avoid excessive
handling the batteries.
WARNING:
When using the Grass Shear, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, and personal injury,
including the following:
To reduce risk of injury:
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Before any use, be sure everyone using this electric product reads and
understands all safety and operation instructions contained in this manual.
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Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use.
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AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS
– Don’t use appliance in damp or
wet location. Don’t use in rain.
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KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
– All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY – All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
work area.
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STORE IDLE UNIT INDOORS
- When not in use, the unit should be stored
indoors in a dry location – out of reach of children.
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DON’T FORCE BLADES
– It will do the job better and with less likelihood of
a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
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USE RIGHT TOOL
– Do not use the tool for any job except that for which it is
intended.
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WARNING: KEEP HANDS AND ALL BODY PARTS AWAY
from the blades.
WARNING: KEEP HANDS AND ALL BODY PARTS AWAY from the blades. WARNING: KEEP HANDS AND ALL BODY PARTS AWAY
The edges are sharp and can cause injury even when the tool is OFF.
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DRESS PROPERLY
– Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can
DRESS PROPERLY – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can DRESS PROPERLY
be caught in moving parts. Use of gloves and substantial footwear is
recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
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DON’T OVERREACH
– Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.
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USE SAFETY GLASSES
– Always wear proper eye protection, and use face
or dust mask if operation is dusty.
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MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE
– Keep cutting edges clean for best
performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for
lubricating and service. Keep handle dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
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AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING
– Don’t carry unit with a fi nger on the
switch.
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CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
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If the Grass Shear or blade pack experiences a hard impact, check that
no parts were damaged and verify that the unit operates properly. Check
for misalignment or bending of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect operation. A part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center.
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STAY ALERT
– Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate the tool when you are tired.
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DON’T GRASP THE EXPOSED CUTTING BLADES
or cutting edges when
picking up or holding the unit. Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold
material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the unit’s switch is off
when clearing jammed material from blades.
WARNING:
Keep hands away from the trigger and lock switch to prevent
accidentally turning the unit on during maintenance or cleaning of the grass shear.
To reduce risk when using charger:
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DO NOT
use charger outdoors or in wet conditions; use inside only.
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DO NOT
charge the unit when the temperature is below +40 F or above +120 F.