Safety instructions
Danger - risk of injury!
Safety and protective devices must not
be disabled!
The user is responsible for accidents involving other
persons and their property.
Safety instructions for battery and charger
Danger - risk of fire and explosion!
„ Do not open the device. (only when dispos-
ing of the rechargeable battery) There is
a danger of a short circuit.
„ Use only original chargers from the
manufacturer
„ Do not throw the device into an open fire
„ Protect the device from heat and direct
sunlight
„ Check the housing, plug and cable for damage
each time the charger is used. Do not use the
device if it is damaged.
„ Do not open the charger! Replace the charger in
the event of a defect.
„ Protect the device, battery and charger from
moisture. Only charge indoors.
„ Incorrect use can cause fluid to escape from the
battery. In case of contact, thoroughly rinse with
water, and immediately see a doctor in case of
contact with eyes.
Safety instructions for operating
Danger - risk of injury!
Unintentional start-up can lead to severe injuries.
Danger - risk of injury!
The blades continue to run after the motor has
been switched off!
„ Children and persons who are not familiar with
these operating instructions are not permitted to
use the device
„ Do not operate the device when under the influence
of alcohol, drugs or medication.
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„ Prior to each use, check the device and battery
charger for damage and have damaged parts
replaced.
„ Take any foreign bodies out of the working area
before use.
„ Wear suitable work clothing:
Protective goggles
„
Long trousers
„
Robust, non-slip footwear
„
„ Ensure that you have a sound footing when working.
„ Keep other persons away from dangerous areas.
„ Keep body, body parts and clothing away from
the cutter area.
„ Only work when there is adequate daylight or
artificial lighting.
„ Move the device away from the body when working.
„ Only remove cuttings when the motor is at
a standstill.
„ Never leave the device unattended when it is ready
for operation.
Check, after contact with foreign bodies, for dam-
age to the rechargeable grass and shrub cutter.
In the event of of serious damage, take the device
to a AL-KO service centre.
Commissioning
Charge the battery
Danger - risk of fire and explosion!
The charging device becomes warm when
charging. Do not operate the device on an easily
flammable ground or in a flammable environment.
„ The device handle can become warm during the
charging process. This is normal.
„ The battery in the device is partially charged! Fully
charge the battery before using it for the first time.
„ Do not use the device when charging.
The battery can be charged in any state
of charge. Interrupting the charging process
does not adversely affect the battery.
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