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- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool
- after striking a foreign object
- whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally
BEFORE USE
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Before using the tool for the first time, it is recommended
to receive practical information
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Check the functioning of the tool before each use and,
in case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a
qualified person; never open the tool yourself
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Before use, thoroughly inspect the cutting area and
remove all foreign objects that could be entangled in the
cutting blades (such as stones, nails, wire fences, metal
plant supports)
DURING USE
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Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, close-fitting
clothes and hair protection (for long hair)
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Always wear long trousers, long sleeves and sturdy
shoes when operating the tool
Take a secure stance when working (do not overreach,
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especially when using steps or a ladder)
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Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris
AFTER USE
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Always switch off the tool and remove the battery
BATTERIES
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The battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure
full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery
in the battery charger before using your power tool for the
first time)
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Only use the following batteries and chargers with
this tool
- SKIL battery: BR1*31****
- SKIL charger: CR1*31****
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Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be
replaced
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Do not disassemble the battery
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Do not expose tool/battery to rain
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Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery):
- when charging 4...40°C
- during operation –20...+50°C
- during storage –20...+50°C
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/BATTERY
Read the instruction manual before use
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Do not expose tool to rain
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Warning! cutter blade continues to run after the motor is
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switched off
6 Keep bystanders away
7 Batteries may explode when disposed of in fire, so do not
burn battery for any reason
8 Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together
with household waste material
9 Store tool/charger/battery in locations where temperature
will not exceed 50°C
q Keep hands away from blade
o Wear protective glasses
USE
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Charging battery
! read the safety warnings and instructions
provided with the charger
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Removing/installing the battery 2
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Battery level indicator w
- press the battery level indicator button K to show the
current battery level wa
! when the lowest level of the battery indicator
starts flashing after pressing button K wb, the
battery is empty
! when 2 levels of the battery indicator start flashing
after pressing button K wc, the battery is not
within the allowable operating temperature range
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Battery protection
The tool is suddenly being switched off or prevented from
being switched on, when
- the load is too high --> remove load and restart
- the battery temperature is not within the allowable
operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C --> 2
levels of the battery level indicator start flashing when
pressing button K wc; wait until battery has returned
within the allowable operating temperature range
- the battery is nearly empty (to protect against
deep discharge) --> a low battery level or flashing low
battery level wb is shown by the battery level indicator
when pressing button K; charge battery
! do not continue to press the on/off switch after the
tool is switched off automatically; battery may be
damaged
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On/off e
Prevents the tool from being switched on accidentally
- switch on tool by first pressing safety switch D and then
pulling trigger switch J
- switch off tool by releasing trigger switch J
- move tool away from cutting area before switching off
! after switching off the tool the blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds
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Changing the blades r
To prevent injuries, slip the blade guard over the blade.
To remove the blade ra and rb
! wear protective gloves
- turn tool upside down
- press the two blade release buttons G simultaneously
and pull out the blade A or F from the tool housing
Make sure that no dirt gets into the housing when you
change the blade.
! When the two blade release buttons G are
pressed, the blade A or F will drop out! rc
To install the blade rd
Insert the narrow end of the blade A or F into the tool
housing. Press the blade housing against the tool
housing until it engages with an audible click.
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Holding and guiding the tool
! while working, always hold the tool at the grey-
coloured handle E t
- maintain a stable working position
- keep your other hand away from the cutting blades
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Trimming hedges y
- trim the sides of the hedge first (from the bottom
upwards), then cut the top
- trim the side of a hedge in such a way that it will be
slightly narrower at the top
- use a hand saw or pruning shears to cut thicker
branches
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Trimming grass and shrubs u
- when cutting long grass, work in stages from the top
and take small cuts
- for optimal cutting results, only cut dry grass
- keep the tool away from solid objects in order to protect
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