service instructions described in this manual.
Some maintenance and service measures
must be carried out by trained and qualified
specialists. See instructions under the
heading Maintenance.
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Only use original spare parts.
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Always ensure that ventilation openings are
kept clear of debris.
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All covers, guards and handles must be fitted
before starting.
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Only use the machine in daylight or in other
well-lit conditions.
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Never use the machine in bad weather, for
instance in fog, in rain, damp or in wet
locations, strong winds, intense cold, risk of
lightning, etc. Extremely hot weather may
cause overheating of the machine. Operation
in bad weather is tiring and can lead to
dangerous conditions, for instance slippery
surfaces.
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If the machine starts vibrating abnormally,
stop the machine and remove the battery.
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Walk, never run.
General safety instructions
WARNING:
warning instructions that follow before
you use the product.
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Incorrect or careless use of the product can
turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause
serious or even fatal injury to the operator
or others. You must read and understand the
contents of this operator's manual.
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Under no circumstances may the design
of the product be modified without the
permission of the manufacturer. Never use
a product that has been modified in any
way from its original specification 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. Your warranty may not
cover damage or liability caused by the use
of non-authorized accessories or replacement
parts.
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This product produces an electromagnetic
field during operation. This field may under
some circumstances interfere with active or
passive medical implants. To reduce the risk
of serious or fatal injury, we recommend
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persons with medical implants to consult
their physician and the medical implant
manufacturer before operating this product.
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Remove the battery from the product during
charging.
Safety instructions for operation
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If you encounter a situation where you are
uncertain how to proceed you should ask an
expert. Contact your dealer or your service
workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider
to be beyond your capability.
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Never use the product in bad weather, for
instance in fog, in rain, strong winds, intense
cold, etc.
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Do not allow children to use or be in the
vicinity of the product. Since the product is
easy to start, children may be able to start it if
they are not kept under full surveillance. This
can mean a risk of serious personal injury.
Disconnect the battery when the product is
not under close supervision.
Read the
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Ensure that no people or animals come
closer than 15 meters (50 ft.) while you
work. When several operators are working
in the same area the safety distance should
be at least 15 meters. Otherwise there is
a risk of serious personal injury. Stop the
product immediately if anyone approaches.
Never swing the product around without first
checking behind you to make sure that no one
is within the safety zone.
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Make sure that you can move and stand
safely. Check the area around you for
possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches,
ditches, etcetera) in case you have to move
suddenly. Take great care when you work on
sloping ground.
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Keep a good balance and a firm foothold at all
times. Do not overreach.
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Listen out for warning signals or shouts
when you wear hearing protection. Always
remove your hearing protection as soon as
the product stops.
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Show consideration to persons in your
surroundings by avoiding using the product
at unsuitable times, such as late in the
WARNING:
warning instructions that follow before
you use the product.
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