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1. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of the hedge
trimmer, obtain advice from a qualified person.
2. MAKE SURE wiring codes and recommended electrical connections are
followed. The hedge trimmer is double insulated. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
3. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry plugged-in trimmer with
finger on switch. Make sure switch is in the OFF position when plugging in.
4. DO NOT operate the hedge trimmer when you are tired or your visibility is
limited. Do not use the hedge trimmer at night or in reduced light.
5. DO NOT grasp the exposed cutting blade when picking up or holding the
hedge trimmer. Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance
and to reduce the risk of injury.
6. Make sure the hedge trimmer switch is in the OFF position when clearing
jammed material from blade.
7. MAKE all adjustments with the switch in the OFF position and the hedge
trimmer disconnected from the power source.
8. DO NOT FORCE THE HEDGE TRIMMER. It will do the job better and with
less likelihood of a risk of injury when used at the rate
for which it was designed.
9. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
10. ALWAYS use accessories provided or recommended by the manufacturer
of the hedge trimmer. Do not substitute.
11. KEEP guards in place and in working order. Keep blades sharp. Keep
hands and feet away from cutting area.
12. KEEP VENTILATION OPENINGS clear of debris.
13. Before using the hedge trimmer, remove any sticks, debris or objects that
could become entangled or thrown by the hedge trimmer.
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15. When using this tool, make sure that there are no other persons or animals within
a
30' (
9.1 m
)
radius.
16. ALWAYS wear hearing protection.
. STORE the hedge trimmer indoors in dry, high, or a locked-up place, out of
the reach of children.
IF THE HEDGE TRIMMER BLADE JAMS OR GETS
CAUGHT ON ANY ELECTRICAL CORD OR WIRES, DO NOT TOUCH THE
BLADE FOR ANY REASON! IT CAN BE ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND CAUSE
SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY!
Release or drop the hedge trimmer in the quickest, safest way. If possible,
disconnect the damaged electrical cord from its power source. If not possible,
call an electrician, electrical contractor, or the power company for assistance.
Failure to heed this danger will cause serious personal injury and possible
death.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY. THE BLADES COAST AFTER
TURNING OFF. ALWAYS KEEP BOTH HANDS ON THE TWO HANDLES TO
PREVENT YOUR HAND FROM TOUCHING THE BLADES.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
DANGER
