ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PRODUCT SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit provided with the appliance.
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Safe operating practices
1. Training
a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the correct use of the machine.
b) 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 machine, local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
c) Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other
people or their property.
2. Preparation
a) Before use, always visually inspect the machine for damaged, missing or misplaced guards or
shields.
b) Never operate the machine while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
3. Operation
a) Wear eye protection, long trousers and stout shoes at all times while operating the machine.
b) Avoid using the machine in bad weather conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning.
c) Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
d) Never operate the machine with damaged guards or shields or without guards or shields in place.
e) Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are away from the cutting means.
f)
Always disconnect the machine from the power supply (e.g. remove the battery pack from the
machine)
1) whenever the machine is left unattended;
2) before clearing a blockage;
3) before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;
4) after striking a foreign object;
5) whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.
g) Take care against injury to feet and hands from the cutting means. h) Always ensure that the
ventilation openings are kept clear of debris.
i)
Never fit metal cutting elements.
j)
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
k) Walk, never run.
l)
Not overreach and keep the balance at all times.
m) Not to touch moving hazardous parts before removing the battery pack from the machine and the
moving hazardous parts have come to a complete stop.
4. Maintenance and storage
a) Disconnect the machine from the power supply (e.g. remove the battery pack from the machine)
before carrying out maintenance or cleaning work.
b) Use only the manufacturer's recommended replacement parts and accessories.
c) Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have the machine repaired only by an authorized
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