machine immediately if you are
approached.
Preparation
a) While operating the machine
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always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate
the machine when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Avoid
wearing clothing that is loose
fitting or that has hanging cords or
ties.
b) Before use, check the supply and
extension cord for signs of damage
or aging. If the cord becomes
damaged or entangled during use,
disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE
CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE
SUPPLY. Do not use the machine if
the cord is damaged or worn.
c) Keep extension cords away from
moving hazardous parts to avoid
damages to the cords which can
lead to contact with live parts.
d) Before use, always visually inspect
the machine for damaged, missing
or misplaced guards or shields.
e) Never operate the machine while
people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
f) Always inspect the tool before
use, and after dropping or other
impacts, check for sign of wear or
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damage and repair as necessary,
especially the parts of the cutting
head.
g) Check the tool regularly for loose
fasteners, damaged parts, such as
cracks in the cutting attachment.
Operation
a) Keep supply and extension cords
away from cutting parts.
b) Wear eye protection, protective
clothing and stout & slip-resistant
shoes at all times while operating
the machine.
c) Avoid using the machine in bad
weather conditions especially
when there is a risk of lightning.
d) Use the machine only in daylight
or good artificial light.
e) Never operate the machine with
damaged guards or shields or
without guards or shields in place.
f) Switch on the motor only when
the hands and feet are away from
the cutting means.
g) Always disconnect the machine
from the power supply (i.e. remove
the plug from the mains, remove
the disabling device or removable
battery). Make sure that cutting
means have come to a complete
stop.
1) Whenever the machine is left
unattended;