SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.
SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS TRIMMERS cont.
23.BEFORE using the trimmer, remove any stones, sticks, debris or objects that could be entangled in or thrown by the trimmer.
24.NYLON CUTTING LINE Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating nylon line at all times.
25.THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION. Use care when trimming around screens and flowers and other objects that you DO NOT want damaged or cut.
26.KEEP ALL BYSTANDERS AWAY at a safe distance from the work area, especially children.
27.MAKE SURE that other persons and pets are at least 100 feet away.
!IMPORTANT WARNING:
When this tool is being used as a trimmer or edger, stones and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line. The tool and guard are designed to help reduce the danger. However, the following special precautions should be taken.
TO REDUCE THE RISK of rebound or ricochet injury, always work away from any solid objects such as walls, steps, large stones, landscape bricks, timbers, trees, etc. Use extreme care when working close to solid objects and when necessary edge or trim by hand.
!WARNING: Some dust particles created by lawn and garden tools contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•Compounds in fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides.
•Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
•Work in a well-ventilated area
•Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
!WARNING: NEVER reach under the trimmer (cutting line area) until trimmer has completely stopped. The trimmer's cutting line will continue to rotate for a few seconds after it is switched off.
SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY CHARGER
!WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and / or serious personal injury.
NOTE: Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger and, battery pack, and trimmer using battery pack, to prevent misuse of the products and possible injury or damage.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.
SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY CHARGER cont.
!CAUTION: USE ONLY the specifically designated battery charger that was supplied with this trimmer when charging the battery pack. The use of any other battery charger could damage the battery pack, and create a hazardous condition.
!CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the battery charger and battery pack, charge only the specifically designated battery pack that was included with this trimmer and charger. Charging other types of battery packs may cause them to burst, causing personal injury and damage.
1.Do not use the battery charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp conditions. Water entering charging stand will increase the risk of electric shock.
2.Use of an attachment with this battery charger that is not recommended may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
3.Do not abuse the cord on the battery charger. Never carry the charger by its power cord. Never pull the power cord to remove the charger from the power outlet. Damage to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric shock hazard. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
4.Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges or moving parts, heat, oil, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which could cause injury, and damage to the cord which could result in electric shock.
5.Keep cord and charger away from heat to prevent damage to housing or internal parts.
6.Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals which can damage, weaken or destroy plastic.
7.An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure: a) That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those on the charger, b) That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition, and c) That you use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and overheating of charging stand. An AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge is recommended for an extension cord of 25-ft. or less in length. Use 12-gauge for an extension cord of 50-ft.Extension cords100-ft. or longer are not recommended.
8.INSPECT tool cords for damage. Do not operate charger with a damaged cord, which could cause shorting and electric shock. Have damaged tool cords repaired at a qualified service dealer.
9.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or other wise damaged in any way. Take it to an qualified service dealer for electrical check to determine if the charger is in good working order.
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