Kärcher GSH 18-20 Battery Manual Download

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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 remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any ad-
justments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools.

Such preventive safety measures

reduce the risk of starting the power tool acciden-
tally.

Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to oper-
ate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous

in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain power tools and accessories. 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 main-

tained 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 pow-

er tool for operations different from those intend-
ed could result in a hazardous situation.

Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.

Slippery

handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpect-
ed situations.

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 desig-
nated 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 paperclips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.

Shorting the battery termi-

nals together may cause burns or a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medi-
cal help.

Liquid ejected from the battery may

cause irritation or burns.

Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modified.

Damaged of modified batter-

ies may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting
in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature.

Exposure to fire or tem-

perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.

Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the

temperature range specified in the instruc-
tions.

Charging improperly or at temperatures

outside the specified range may damage the bat-
tery and increase the risk of fire.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replace-
ment parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the

power tool is maintained.

Never service damaged battery packs.

Service

of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.

Gras shear / Shrub shear safety warnings

Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather con-

ditions, especially when there is a risk of light-
ning.

This decreases the risk of being struck by

lightning.

Keep all power cords and cables away from cut-

ting area.

Power cords or cables may be hidden in

hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by the
blade.

Wear ear protection.

Adequate protective equip-

ment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.

Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping

surfaces only, because the blade may contact hid-
den wiring.

Blades contacting a “live” wire may make

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

Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.

Do not remove cut material or hold material to be
cut when blades are moving.

Blades continue to

move after the switch is turned off. A moment of inatten-
tion while operating the hedge trimmer may result in se-
rious personal injury.

When clearing jammed material or servicing the

hedge trimmer, make sure all power switches are off
and the battery pack is removed or disconnected.

Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clear-
ing jammed material or servicing may result in serious
personal injury.

Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the

blade stopped and taking care not to operate any
power switch.

Proper carrying of the hedge trimmer

will decrease the risk of inadvertent starting and result-
ant personal injury from the blades.

When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer,

always use the blade cover.

Proper handling of the

hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury
from the blades.

Additional safety instructions

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WARNING

●

The device is not intended for

use by children, persons with restricted physical, senso-
ry or mental abilities or persons unfamiliar with these in-
structions. The age of the operator may be limited by
local restrictions.

●

Keep your hands and feet away from

the cutting area, especially when switching on the mo-
tor.

●

Replace any worn or damaged parts before oper-

ating the device.

●

Avoid switching the device on

unintentionally. Make sure that the trigger is in the off
position before connecting the battery pack, lifting or
carrying the device.

●

Use the device only in daylight or

under good artificial lighting.