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.
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 battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
• 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.
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
• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.
Using one hand could cause loss of control and
result in serious personal injury.
• 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. Blades
coast after turn off. 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. 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.
• DANGER – Keep hands away from blade. Contact
with blade will result in serious personal injury.
Battery safety
Only use battery packs from the manufacturer and only
charge them in a battery charger from the manufacturer.
The rechargeable battery packs are only used as a
power supply for related cordless products. To prevent
injury, the battery pack must not be used as a power
source for other devices.
• Do not disassemble, open or shred battery pack.
• Do not keep battery packs in open sunlight or heat.
Keep battery packs away from fire.
• Regularly examine the battery pack charger and the
battery pack for damage. Damaged or changed
battery packs can cause a fire, explosion or risk of
injury. Do not repair or open damaged battery packs.
• Do not use a battery pack or product that is
defective, changed or damaged.
• Do not change or repair products or the battery pack.
Only let your approved dealer do repairs.
• Do not short circuit a cell or battery pack. Do not
save battery packs in a box or drawer where they
can be short circuited by other metal objects.
• Do not remove a battery pack from its initial package
until necessary for operation.
• Do not mechanically shock battery packs.
• If there is a battery leak, do not let the liquid touch
the skin or eyes. If you have touched the liquid,
clean the area with a large quantity of water and get
medical aid.
• Do not use a battery charger other than what is
specified for operation with the battery pack.
• Look at the plus (+) and minus (-) marks on the
battery pack and product to make sure of correct
operation.
• Do not use a battery pack not made for operation
with the product.
• Do not mix battery packs of a different voltage or
manufacturer in a device.
• Keep battery packs away from children.
• Always purchase the correct battery packs for the
product.
• Keep batteries clean and dry.
• Clean the battery pack terminals with a clean dry
cloth if they become dirty.
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