POWER SOURCE.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer
or its service agent.
- Do not carry the appliance by the cable. Never use the
power cord as a handle to lift or carry the device.
- Always disconnect the product from the mains supply in
the following circumstances:
. whenever you leave the machines; when the machine
is not in use, is being carried/transported, or is left
unattended.
. before clearing a blockage; while examining, cleaning
or unclogging the product.
. before checking, cleaning or working on the product,
performing maintenance on it, or attaching accessories to
it.
. If the cutting device strikes a foreign object (e.g. small
stone, piece of metal…) or starts to vibrate abnormally.
- Use the machine in daylight or with adequate
illumination (good artificial light).
- Keep proper balance and footing at all times. Do not
overreach. Never stand at a higher level than the base of
the machine when feeding material into it.
- Bear in mind that the force generated by an electrical
device can make you lose your balance. Therefore, make
sure that your feet are firmly planted and that your body is
well balanced when you are operating the product.
- Never operate the machine on damp areas or wet grass.
- Do NOT use the machine on slope areas.
- Keep the chute outlet and ventilation holes (cooling air
inlets) unobstructed, clear of debris and clean at all times.
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