Black & Decker TR116R Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings, switch is dangerous and must be repaired

f)If operatinga power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected

g)supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

A GFCI with a tripping current of 30mA or less is recommended.

3)Personal safety

a)Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

b)Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c)Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

d)Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e)Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f)Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

g)If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

4)Power tool use and care

a)Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

		b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on
		and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the
		switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
		c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
		battery pack from the power tool before making any
		adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
		Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
		power tool accidentally.
		d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
		not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
		instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
		dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
		e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of
		moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition
		that may affect the power toolʼs operation. If damaged,
		have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are
		caused by poorly maintained power tools.
		f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
		cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and
		are easier to control.
		g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
		accordance with these instructions, taking into account the
		working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of
		the power tool for operations different from those intended could
		result in a hazardous situation.
	5) Service
		a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person
		using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that
		the safety of the power tool is maintained.
		HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
	•	Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one
		hand could cause loss of control and result in serious
	•	personal injury.
		Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not
		remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are
3		moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed