California Proposition 65
Product liability
As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
liable for damages that our product causes if:
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.
WARNING:
injury or death for the operator or bystanders
if the instructions in the manual are not
obeyed.
CAUTION:
damage to the product, other materials or
the adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
Note:
Used to give more information that is necessary
in a given situation.
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING:
and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Note:
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.
Check before starting
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Always remove the battery to prevent the product
being started by accident. Always remove the battery
before any maintenance on the product.
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Before using the product and after any impact,
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as
necessary.
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Used if there is a risk of
Used if there is a risk of
Read all safety warnings
•
the product is incorrectly repaired.
•
the product is repaired with parts that are not
from the manufacturer or not approved by the
manufacturer.
•
the product has an accessory that is not from the
manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
•
the product is not repaired at an approved service
center or by an approved authority.
Safety
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Inspect the working area. Remove all loose objects,
such as stones, broken glass, nails, steel wire, string
etc. that could be thrown out or become wrapped
around the cutter or cutter guard.
•
Check the motor for dirt and cracks. Clean off grass
and leaves from the motor using a brush. Gloves
should be worn when necessary.
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Check that the cutting blade is completely attached
to the edger.
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Check that the product is in perfect working order.
Check that all nuts and screws are tight.
•
Check that the cutting blade and cutting guard are
not damaged or cracked. Replace the cutting blade
or cutting guard if they have been exposed to impact
or are cracked. Always use the recommended guard
for the cutting attachment you are using. See
chapter on Technical data.
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The product operator must ensure that no people or
animals come closer than 15 meters while working.
When several operators are working in the same
area the safety distance should be at least 15
meters.
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Carry out an overall inspection of the product before
use. See the maintenance schedule.
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National or local regulations may regulate the use.
Comply to given regulations.
Work area safety
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Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
•
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
•
Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety
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Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
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