5. Battery tool use and care
a)Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b)Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c)When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d)Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acciden- tally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
6. Service
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:
•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 moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
•Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
•Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Additional Safety Recommendations
Work area safety
Only use the product in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Electrical safety
Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label.
Under no circumstances should an earth be connected to any part of the product.
Personal safety
Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout shoes.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
Before using the machine and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
Never attempt to use an incomplete product or one with an unauthorised modification.
Power tool use and care
Know how to stop the product quickly in an emergency.
Never hold the product by the guard.
Do not use the Hedge Trimmer if the protection equipment (hand protection,
Do not use ladders whilst operating the product.
Remove the battery:
-before leaving the product 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 product until you are sure that the entire product is in a safe operating condition;
-if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
-before passing to another person.
Maintenance and storage
RISK OF INJURY !
Do not touch blades.
VWhen work is finished or interrupted, refit the protective blade cover.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws secure to be sure the hedge trimmer is in safe working condition.
Battery safety
FIRE RISK !
VNever charge the batteries near acids or easily inflammable materials.
RISK OF EXPLOSION !
VProtect Cordless Hedge Trimmer from heat and fire. Do not leave on radiators or expose to strong sunshine for long periods.
Only use your Hedge Trimmer in an ambient temperature between −10 °C and + 45 °C.
The charging cable should be checked regularly for signs of damage or ageing (brittleness) and may only be used if it is in perfect condition.
The charger unit provided may only be used to charge the rechargeable batteries supplied with the Hedge Trimmer.
The Hedge Trimmer must not be operated during charging.
Only charge battery between 10 – 45 °C. After heavy duty service allow battery to cool down first.
Storage:
The trimmer must not be stored over 35 °C or under direct exposure to sunlight.
Do not store the Hedge Trimmer in places with static electricity.
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