EN | Operating Instruction
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it to the power supply and/or the battery, pick it
up, or carry it. If you have your nger on the switch
while carrying the electrical tool or connect the device
to the power supply with the switch activate, then this
may cause accidents.
4. Do not overestimate your abilities. Take care of a
safe footing and keep your balance at all times. This
will allow you to better control the tool in unexpected
situations.
5. Wear suitable clothes. Do not wear wide clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothes and gloves clear
of all moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long
hair may get caught in moving parts.
3.4 Careful handling and use of power tools
1. Do not overtax the power tool. Use the power tool
intended for your type of work in each case. The
use of the suitable power tool within the stated range of
performance makes working more effective and safer.
2. Do not use a power tool with a damaged switch. A
power tool that cannot be switched on or off any more
is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Pull out the safety key before you change the
device settings, change accessories, or put away
the device. These care instructions prevent the device
from starting unintentionally.
4. Store power tools out of the reach of children. Do
not allow persons to use the tool if they are not
familiar with the tool or these instructions. Power
tools are dangerous if used by inexperienced persons.
5. Thoroughly maintain your power tool. Check
whether moving parts are working properly and are
not jamming/sticking, and whether parts are broken
or otherwise damaged in a way that affects the
function of the tool. Have damaged parts repaired
before using the tool. Many accidents are the result
of poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Thoroughly
looked-after cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
jamming less often and are easier to guide.
7. Use power tools, accessories, add-on tools, etc.
in accordance with these instructions and in the
way prescribed for the respective type of tool. You
should also consider the working conditions and
the work to be carried out. The use of power tools for
purposes other than those intended for the respective
tool may result in dangerous situations.
3.5 Appropriate handling and use of battery-
operated power tools
1. Only use charging devices recommended by the
manufacturer to charge the batteries. Charging units
are usually designed for certain types of batteries; if
used with other types there is a risk of re!
2. Only use batteries designed for your power tool.
The use of other batteries may lead to injury and risk
of re!
3. Keep unused batteries clear of paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
that may bridge the contacts. A short circuit between
the battery contacts may lead to burns or re!
4. Improper use mayresultin uid leaking out of
thebattery.Avoid anycontactwithbattery uid.
Flushwithwaterincaseofcontact.Ifbatteryuid
should get into your eyes seek medical advice ad-
ditionally. Leaking battery uid may lead to irritations
of the skin or burns!
3.6 Service
1. Havethepowertoolservicedbyqualiedtechnical
personnel only; repairs should be carried out using
exclusively original spare parts. This will ensure the
safe operation of the power tool.
4. Safety instructions for grass-
and shrub shear
- Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting
blades. Do not try to remove cut-off matter with
the tool running. Do not try to hold material to be
cut off with your hand. Remove cut-off matter that
is stuck between the blades only with the tool be-
ing switched off! When working with hedge trimmers
even a short moment of inattentiveness may result in
severe injury.
- Carry the hedge trimmer at the handle with the
cutting blades standing still. Always put on the
protection cover when transporting or storing the
hedge trimmer. Careful handling reduces the risk of
injury through the cutting blades.
- Only hold the power tool on the insulated handle
surfaces, because the cutting blade can come
into contact with concealed power lines. If the
cutting blade comes into contact with an energised
line, device parts can become energised and cause
an electric shock.
- Before starting work, search the hedge for con-
cealed objects, e.g. wire, etc. Pay careful attention
to ensure that the cutting tool does not come into
contact with wire or other metal objects.
- Hold the power tool properly, e.g. with both hands
on the handles, if two handles are present. Losing
control of the device can result in injuries.
5. Grass shears safety warning
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge.