Okay RT 600 DA, Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

3. Safety instructions

Attention: 

Using electric power tools, you 

must observe following fundamental safety 

instructions to protect yourself. 

Read  all  these  instructions  before  using  the 

grass trimmer and observe them. Keep these 

safety instructions at a safe place. 

1) Instructions regarding to safe handling

a)  

Wear  goggles  or  properly  fitted  safety 

glasses, sturdy closed shoes with non-slip 

soles, gloves, snug-fitting work clothes and 

ear protectors (ear plugs or ear mufflers).

b)  Minors should never be allowed to use an 

electric trimmer. Never lend or rent your 

electric trimmer without these operating 

instructions.  

c)  Do not use the trimmer if other persons, 

above all children, or animals are near the 

working area.

d)  Work calmly and stay alert. Operate the 

trimmer under good visibility and daylight 

conditions only.

e) Before using the machine, the line and 

extension cords have to be checked for 

signs of damage or ageing. Do not use 

the trimmer when the cords are damaged 

or worn. 

f)   Do not use damaged power supply cords, 

extension cords, couplings, plugs or cut-

ting heads. 

g)  Careless use can cause injuries to hand 

and feet by the rotating cutting elements. 

Do not switch on the unit when hands or 

feet are near the cutting elements.

h)  Warning! Danger of injury by the line 

cutting device. After replacing a spool or 

lengthening the cutting line, be sure to 

bring the unit onto normal working position 

before turning it on again.

i)   Never use metal cutting devices.

j)   Only use original spare parts.

k)  Always  switch  off  the  trimmer  and  dis

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connect the plug from the power supply 

before carrying out any maintenance or 

repair work on the unit.The device must 

always  be  switched  off  and  the  plug  re

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moved from the socket before all adjust-

ments or cleaning, or before the connec-

tion is checked for creases or damage.

l)  Inspect cooling air slots on the motor 

housing at regular intervals for clog-ups 

and clean as necessary. 

2) Maintenance

a)  

Always switch off your trimmer and discon

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nect it from the power supply before taking 

a  break  and  after  finishing  work.  Do  not 

forget maintenance. (Plug disconnected!) 

Only carry out maintenance and repairs 

described in these operating instructions. 

b)  Children should be under supervision to 

ensure that they do not play with the de-

vice. 

c) Any other work should be performed by 

your dealer. 

d)  Never use metal cutting devices.

e)  Clean the cutting head at regular intervals.

f)   Check the condition of the cutting head at 

frequent intervals. If the behaviour of the 

cutting head changes (vibration, noise), 

check  immediately  as  follows:  Switch  off 

the  trimmer,  hold  it  firmly  and  bring  the 

cutting head to a standstill by pressing it 

against the ground. Then disconnect plug 

from power supply. Check condition of 

cutting head - look for cracks. 

g)  Have a damaged cutting head replaced 

immediately - even if it only has superficial 

cracks. Never attempt to repair a dam-

aged cutting head. 

h)  Inspect cooling air slots on the motor 

housing at regular intervals for clog-ups 

and clean as necessary. 

i)   Clean plastic parts with a damp cloth. Do 

not use aggressive cleaning chemicals.

j)   Never hose down the electric trimmer!

k)  Store trimmer indoors in a dry, high or 

locked place and always keep out of reach 

of children.

3) General Instructions

1.  

Read the instructions manual 

2.   Have your dealer or a specialist show you 

how to operate your trimmer.

3.   Before using the machine, the line and ex-

tension cords have to be checked for signs 

of damage or ageing. Do not use the trimmer 

when the cords are damaged or worn. 

4.   If the cord is damaged during utilisation, it 

must be disconnected immediately from the 

mains.  DO  NOT  TOUCH  THE  CORD  BE

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FORE IT IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE 

MAINS.

5.  Do not use damaged power supply cords, 

extension cords, couplings, plugs or cutting 

heads. 

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