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Method of operation
1.
Only use the equipment in good light and visibility.
During the winter season beware of slippery or
wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping). Always
ensure a safe footing.
2.
Take care against injury to feet and hands from
the cutting tool.
3.
Never cut above waist height.
4.
Never stand on a ladder and run the equipment.
5. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting
operation with the equipment.
6.
Never work on unstable surfaces.
7.
Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within the
working range. Foreign particles may damage the
cutting tool and can cause dangerous kick-backs.
8. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard
objects, immediately switch off the motor and
inspect the cutting tool.
9.
Inspect the cutting tool at short regular intervals
for damage (detection of hairline cracks by means
of tapping-noise test).
10. Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool must
have reached full working speed.
11. Operate the equipment only with the shoulder
harness attached which is to be suitably adjusted
before putting the equipment into operation. It is
essential to adjust the shoulder harness according
to the user size to prevent fatigue occurring during
use.
12. During operation always hold the equipment with
both hands. Never hold the equipment with one
hand during use. Always ensure a safe footing.
13. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the
appropriate guard. Never run the equipment with
damaged guards or without guards in place!
14. All protective installations and guards supplied with
the equipment must be used during operation.
15. Never use the equipment striking or bumping the
weeds or similar to cut away them.
16. Except in case of emergency, never drop or cast
the equipment to the ground or this may severely
damage the equipment.
17. Remember to lift the entire equipment from the
ground when moving the equipment.
18. Always remove the battery cartridge from the
equipment:
−
whenever leaving the equipment unattended;
−
before clearing a blockage;
−
before checking, cleaning or working on the
equipment;
−
after striking a foreign object;
−
whenever the equipment starts vibrating
abnormally.
19. Always ensure that the ventilation openings are
kept clear of debris.
Maintenance instructions
1.
The condition of the equipment, in particular of the
cutting tool of the protective devices and also of
the shoulder harness must be checked before
commencing work.
2. Turn off the motor and remove the battery
cartridge before carrying out maintenance,
replacing/sharpening cutting tools or cleaning the
equipment or cutting tool.
3.
Check loose fasteners and damaged parts such
as cracks in the cutting attachment.
4. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
5.
When not in use, store the equipment indoors in
dry and high or locked-up place - out of the reach
of children. Clean and maintain before storage.
6. Use only the manufacturer's recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
7. Inspect and maintain the equipment regularly,
especially before/after use. Have the equipment
repaired only by our authorized service center.
8. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.
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Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
･
volts
･
direct
current
･
no
load
speed
･
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
