extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
14.Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked t o determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for align- ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount- ing, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an autho- rized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
15.WARNING- DO NOT USE WITHOUT HANDLE AND GUARD.
16.Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands.
17. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
18.Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the hedge trimmer
19. Do not dispose of the battery(ies1in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
20.Do not open or multilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
21. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
22. USE TRIMMER PROPERLY - Use only for trimming the type of shrub, growth, and the like, described in the operating instructions. Do not use hedge trim- mer to cut grass or weeds.
23. Do not point blades to anyone in the vicinity.
24.It is extremely dangerous to grasp branches while cutting. If the blades jam, because of a piece of wire or impacted branch, switch off immediately and remove the material stuck in the blades.
25. Be careful not to cut the adapter cord with the blades.
26. When stopping operation or before carrying hedge trimmer, always switch if off and wait until the blades come to a complete stop. Carry the hedge trimmer with the blades in front and away from you.
27. Stop operation immediately if you notice anything abnormal. Switch off the hedge trimmer and disconnect the battery from the hedge trimmer. Then inspect it.
28.When not in use, always disconnect the battery from the hedge trimmer and cover the blades with the blade guard (blade cover).
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