Safety
If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product can cause serious injury to the operator and others, the warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this product. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the product.
Explanation of Symbols on your product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls and what they do.
The use of eye protection is recommended to protect against objects thrown by the cutting parts.
Do not operate in the rain or leave the product outdoors while it is raining.
Switch off! Remove plug from Power Pack before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is damaged.
Warning:- This product has not been designed to provide protection from electric shock in the event of contact with overhead electric lines.
General
1.Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2.Only use the product in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions.
3.Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
4.The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
5.Keep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst people, especially children or pets are in the area.
Preparation
1.Always wear suitable clothing, gloves and stout shoes. The use of safety glasses is recommended. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which can be caught in moving parts.
2.Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
3.Before using the machine and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
4.Never attempt to use an incomplete Hedgetrimmer or one with an unauthorised modification.
Use
1.Use the Hedgetrimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
2.Avoid operating your Hedgetrimmer on a wet hedge, where feasible.
3.Know how to stop the Hedgetrimmer quickly in an emergency.
4.Remove plug from Power Pack before passing product to another person.
5.Avoid operating while people especially children are nearby.
6.Whilst using the Hedgetrimmer always be sure of a safe and secure operating position.
7.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on the motor.
8.Do not use stepladders whilst operating the Hedgetrimmer.
9.Remove the plug from the Power Pack:-
-before leaving the Hedgetrimmer unattended for any period;
-before clearing a blockage;
-before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;
-if you hit an object. Do not use your Hedgetrimmer until you are sure that the entire Hedgetrimmer is in a safe operating condition;
-if the Hedgetrimmer starts to vibrate abnormally. Check immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
-before passing to another person.
Maintenance and storage
1.Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the product is in safe working condition.
2.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
3.Be careful during adjustment of the Hedgetrimmer to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
4.After use the product should be stored using the blade cover provided.
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