Important Safety Instructions - Skil LT4823B-00 Manual Del Propietário

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE .
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
WARNING
personal injury, including the following:
Do not rely on the tool's insulation against electric shock . To reduce the risk of
electrocution, never operate the tool in the vicinity of any wires or cables which may
carry electric current .
Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use . Under some conditions and
durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
Keep children, other persons and pets away. All visitors should be kept at least 100 feet (30
m) away from work area.
Avoid dangerous environments . Don't use trimmers on damp or wet slope.
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.
Use safety glasses . Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty .
Use the right tool. Do not use the tool for any job except that for which it is intended.
Don't force the trimmer. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at
the rate for which it was designed.
Don't overreach . Keep proper footing and balance at all times .
Stay alert . Watch what you are doing . Use common sense . Do not operate the trimmer
when you are tired .
Do not operate the trimmer while under the influence of alcohol or drugs .
Keep guards in place and in working order .
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area .
Store trimmer indoors and out of reach of children. When not in use the trimmer should be
stored indoors in a dry and high, and locked-up place with the battery pack removed.
Maintain trimmer with care . Keep the cutting attachment clean for best performance
and to reduce the risk of injury . Follow the instructions for changing accessories . Keep
the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease .
Check damaged parts . Before further use of the trimmer, 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.
Clear the area to be cut before each use . Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass,
nails, wire, or string that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
Always hold the trimmer firmly, with both hands on the handles, while operating . Wrap
your fingers and thumbs around the handles.
Avoid accidental starting . Don't carry the trimmer with your finger on the trigger.
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool . Failure to follow all instructions listed
When using electric trimmers, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
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