GreenWorks CS24B00, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

•  Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. 

The correct 

power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

•  Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. 

Any power tool that cannot 

be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• 

Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool 

before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.

 Such 

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

•  Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with 

the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. 

Power tools are dangerous in 

the hands of untrained users.

• 

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts 

and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the 

power tool repaired before use. 

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

•  Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. 

Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges 

are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• 

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, 

taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. 

Use of the power 

tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5) 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.

•  When servicing a power tool, use only identical replacement parts.

 Follow instructions in the 

Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance 

instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

•  Store idle power tool indoors. 

When not in use, power tool should be stored in an indoor dry and 

look-up place, out of reach of children.

• 

Always remove battery pack from your tool when you are assembling parts, making 

adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use.

Removing battery pack will prevent accidental starting 

that could cause serious personal injury.

6) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

• 

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.

• 

Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. 

Use of any other battery 

packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

• 

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 batttery terminal together may cause burns or fires.

• 

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact 

accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.

Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns

.

•  When using in direct sunshine, keep out of water and don’t expose to rain.

•  Store indoors, and do not expose to rain or water, avoid direct sunshine.

7) SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• 

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the 

cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring.

Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make 

exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

•  Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well