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•Misuse could cause an injury.
•Keep loose clothing, hair, jewellery etc. away from moving parts.
•Care is needed when handling cutting blades, especially when removing the blades and during cleaning.
Safety of others
•Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these instructions to use the appliance.
•Do not allow children or animals to come near the work area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
•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 their safety.
•Children must be supervised to make sure that they do not play with the appliance.
After use
•Switch off the appliance before cleaning, changing accessories or approaching parts which move in use.
•Switch off and remove the plug from the socket before leaving the appliance unattended and before changing, cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.
•When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry place. Children should not have access to stored appliances.
Inspection and repairs
•Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
•Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
•Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent.
•Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of damage, ageing and wear.
•Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or defective.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
•Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual.
Electrical safety
This tool is double insulated in accordance with EN 60335;
therefore no earth wire is required.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or
motor unit in water or other liquid.