CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage
to the product and/or the attachment, other
materials or the adjacent area if the
instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in
a given situation.
General safety instructions
WARNING: Read the safety instructions that
follow before you use the attachment.
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Please read the operator's manual carefully and
make sure you understand the instructions before
using the attachment.
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These instructions supplement the instructions that
were included with the product. For other
procedures, please refer to the operating instructions
for the product.
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Under no circumstances may the design of the
attachment be modified without the permission of the
manufacturer. Do not use an attachment that
appears to have been modified by others and always
use original accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can result in
serious personal injury or the death of the operator
or others.
Read all instructions
WARNING: When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including
the following:
Detacher safety instructions
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Never allow children, persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator.
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Never operate the product while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
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Do not overreach and keep the balance at all times.
To always be sure of the footing on slopes, walk,
never run.
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Do not touch moving hazardous parts before the
machine is disconnected from the mains and the
moving hazardous parts have come to a complete
stop.
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Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers
while operating the machine.
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Remove the battery from the product whenever the
product is unattended, before clearing a blockage
and before cleaning or working on the product.
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Remove the battery from the product before an
examination for damages on the product is done
when, for example, a foreign object is hit or if the
product starts to vibrate abnormally.
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Do not connect a damaged cord to the supply and
do not touch a damaged cord before it is
disconnected from the power supply. A damaged
cord can lead to contact with live parts and can
result in injury or death.
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Never operate the product with defective guards/
shields, without safety devices, or if the cord is
damaged or worn.
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Keep extension cords away from moving hazardous
parts to avoid damages to the cords which can lead
to contact with live parts.
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Only connect the product to a power supply circuit
protected by a residual current device (RCD) with a
tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
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Avoid using the product in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
Other safety information
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Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don't use
appliances in damp or wet locations.
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Don't Use In Rain.
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Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a
distance from work area.
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Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and substantial footwear is
recommended when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
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Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask
if operation is dusty.
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Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any
job except that for which it is intended.
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Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don't carry plugged-in
appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in.
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Don't Force Appliance – It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
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Don't Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
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Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
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Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high
or locked-up place – out of reach of children.
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Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep cutting edge
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease.
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Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
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