Important Safety Instructions - GreenWorks Tools ELITE ST-140-AT Manual Del Usario

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

W A R N I N G
Read and understand all instructions before using this product. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
• Use only identical manufacturer's replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other
parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. Use face mask if operation is dusty.
• Avoid Dangerous Environment — Don't expose power tools to damp or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Don't use in rain.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
• Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is
intended.
• Avoid Unintentional Starting – Do not carry string trimmer with fingers on the switch.
Be sure the battery is removed while transporting.
• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar
lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your
footing on slippery surfaces.
• Don't overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate this unit when
you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• 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.
• Maintain appliance with care – Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
in any way. Be sure the string head is properly installed and securely fastened. Keep cutting
edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged,
have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and
replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Failure to do so
can cause serious injury.
• 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. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
• Do not charge or operate cordless tools in damp or wet locations or in the rain.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from
the gardening appliance.
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