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f) Handle fuel carefully. It is highly flammable and the vapours are explosive.
The following points should be followed:
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Use only specially-designed containers.
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Never open the tank filler cap or top up the petrol tank while the
engine is running or hot. Allow the engine and the exhaust components
to cool down before refuelling.
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Do not smoke.
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Refuel outside only.
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Never store the hedge trimmer or the fuel tank in a room where there is
an open flame, for example, in a hot water boiler.
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If the petrol has overflowed, do not attempt to start the engine. Remove
the appliance from the fuel-contaminated area before restarting.
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Always replace the filler cap after refuelling and close it securely.
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Draining the tank should only be done in the open.
g) If the cutting unit comes in contact with a foreign object or if the oper-
ating noise increases or the hedge trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and allow the hedge trimmer to come to a standstill.
Pull the spark plug connector off the spark plug and take the following
action:
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check for damage;
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check for loose parts and secure all the loose parts;
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replace damaged parts with equivalent parts or have them repaired.
Wear ear muffs!
Wear safety goggles!
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Familiarise yourself with the operation of the hedge trimmer so that
you know how to stop the tool immediately in an emergency.
Operation
a) Switch off the engine before:
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cleaning or removing blockage;
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inspection, maintenance or work on the hedge trimmer;
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setting the working position of the cutting unit;
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if the hedge trimmer is to be left unattended.
b) Always make sure that the hedge trimmer is in the proper working
position before the engine is started.
c) During operation of the hedge trimmer, always ensure that you have firm
footing.
d) Do not use the hedge trimmer if it has a defective or badly worn cutting
unit.
e) To minimise the risk of fire, ensure that the engine and the silencer are
free of residues, leaves or leaked lubricant.
f) Ensure that all supplied handles and safety guards are mounted when
operating the hedge trimmer. Never attempt to operate an incompletely
assembled hedge trimmer or a hedge trimmer with non-approved
modifications.
g) Always use both hands if the hedge trimmer is equipped with two
handles.
h) Always familiarise yourself with your environment and be aware of po-
tential dangers that you may not be able to hear because of the noise
of the hedge trimmer.
Maintenance and storage
a) When you stop working with the hedge trimmer in order to carry out
maintenance, inspection or storage, switch off the engine, pull the spark
plug connector from the spark plug and ensure that all rotating parts
have come to a standstill. Allow the appliance to cool down before
carrying out an inspection, adjustments, etc.
b) Store the hedge trimmer where the petrol vapours cannot come into
contact with flames or sparks. Always allow the hedge trimmer to cool
down before storage.
c) When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, cover the cutting unit
with the protective cover for the cutting unit.
Supplementary safety instructions for hedge
trimmers
Environmental safety
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Only operate the hedge trimmer in daylight or good artificial light.
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While trimming, make sure that you do not come into contact with objects
such as wire fences or plant supports. They could cause damage to the
cutter bar . Inspect the hedge to be cut carefully and remove any
wires or other foreign bodies.
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Be aware of your environment and all possible hazards that you may
be unable to hear while cutting the hedge.
DANGER!
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In the event of imminent danger or an emergency, switch off the
engine immediately.
Electrical safety
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Hold the power tool only by the insulated grips as the cutting blades
could come into contact with hidden power lines.
Contact between
the blades and a live wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool live and could give the operator an electric shock.
Personal safety
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During operation, no other person or animal may be within a radius
of 15 metres. The operator is responsible for third parties within the
working area.
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During operation, ensure that you have proper footing and balance at
all times.
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Never touch the cutter bar of the hedge trimmer.
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Keep your hands away from the cutting blades. Do not attempt to
clear cuttings or hold onto the material you are cutting while the
blades are still in motion. Remove any jammed clippings only when
the tool has been switched off.
A moment of inattention while operating
the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
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Wait until the tool has come to a standstill before putting it down.
