10
STARTING AND STOPPING
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT
IMPORTANT!
A
pole
trimmer
is
a
dangerous
tool
if
used
carelessly or incorrectly and
can cause serious, even
fatal injuries. It is extremely
important that you read and
understand the contents of
this Operator
’
s Manual. You
must use approved personal
protective
equipment
whenever
you
use
the
machine.
Personal
protective equipment cannot
eliminate the risk of injury
but it will reduce the degree
of injury if an accident does
happen. Ask your dealer for
help in choosing the right
equipment.
WARNING!
Listen
out
for
warning
signals or shouts when you
are
wearing
hearing
protection. Always remove
your hearing protection as
soon as the machine stops.
PROTECTIVE HELMET
AND VISOR
Wear a protective helmet
where there is a risk of
falling objects
HEARING PROTECTION
Wear hearing protection
that provides adequate
noise reduction.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear approved
eye protection. If you use
a visor then you must also
wear approved protective
goggles.
Approved
protective goggles must
comply with the ANSI
Z87.1 standard in the
USA or EN 166 in EU
countries.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn
when
necessary,
e.g.
when
fitting
cutting
attachments.
BOOTS
Wear
sturdy,
non-slip
boots or shoes.
TROUSERS
Use trousers with working
protection.
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a
strong fabric and avoid
loose clothing that can
catch on twigs and
branches. Do not wear
jewellery, shorts sandals
or go barefoot. Secure
hair so it is above
shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
Always have a first aid kit
nearby.
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CHARGER
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