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explosive. The following points should
be observed.
1) Only use a container specifically
designed for this purpose.
2) Never remove the fuel cap or add
fuel when the engine is running. Let
the engine and exhaust components
cool down before fuelling.
3) No smoking.
4) Refuel outdoors only.
5) Never store the hedge trimmer or
fuel container in a room where there
is an open flame, e.g. near a water
heater.
6) If fuel has spilled, do not attempt to
start the engine, but set the hedge
trimmer away from the petrol-con-
taminated surface before starting.
7) Always put the tank lid back on and
lock it safely after filling.
8) When emptying the fuel tank, make
sure to do this outdoors.
g) If the cutting mechanism comes in con-
tact with a foreign body or if the oper-
ating noises increase or the hedge trim-
mer vibrates with unusually high force,
switch off the engine and let the hedge
trimmer come to a standstill. Pull the
spark plug connectors from the spark
plug and take the following measures:
1) check for damages;
2) check for loose parts and fasten all
loose parts;
3) replace damaged parts with equiv-
alent parts or have them repaired.
h) Wear hearing protection while using
the device.
i) Wear eye protection while using the
device.
j) If an accident or malfunction occurs
during operation, switch off the device
immediately. Injuries must be properly
treated or medical assistance sought.
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Operation
a) The engine must be stopped before:
1) cleaning or removing a blockage;
2) inspection, servicing or work on the
hedge trimmer;
3) adjusting the working position of
the cutting unit;
4) leaving the hedge trimmer unattend-
ed.
b) Always ensure that the hedge trimmer
is properly placed in one of the indicat-
ed working positions before the engine
is started.
c) While operating the hedge trimmer,
always ensure that you have a secure
footing, particularly if steps or a ladder
is being used.
d) Do not use the hedge trimmer with a
defective or strongly worn-out cutting
unit.
e) To avoid risk of fire, pay attention that
the engine and sound absorber are
free from deposits, leaves or excess
lubricant.
f) Always ensure that all handles and
safety equipment are in place when
using the hedge trimmer. Never try to
use an incompletely assembled hedge
trimmer or a hedge trimmer with imper-
missible modifications.
g) Always use both hands when operating
the hedge trimmer.
h) Always be aware of your surroundings
and stay alert for possible hazards that
you may not hear because of the noise
of the hedge trimmer.
Maintenance and storage
a) When the hedge trimmer is stopped
for maintenance, inspection or storage,
switch off the engine, make sure that
all rotating parts have stopped and re-
move the spark plug connector from the
spark plug. Allow the hedge trimmer to