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• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
the instructions to use the appliance, local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Do not allow children or animals to come near the
work area or touch the appliance supply cord.
• Keep children, bystanders and animals away
while operating an appliance. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
• The appliance is not to be used as a toy.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water.
• Do not open body casing. There are no
userserviceable parts inside.
personal saFeTy
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating an appliance. Do
not use an appliance while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating an
appliance may result in serious personal injury.
• Where required, use personal protective
equipment. Protective equipment such as eye
protection, dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Make sure
that the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to a power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the appliance.
Carrying appliances with your finger on the
switch or energising appliances that have the
switch on invites accidents.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the appliance in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
applianCe Use and Care
• Before use, check the appliance for damaged
or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts,
damage to switches and any other conditions
that may affect its operation.
• Do not use the appliance if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any appliance that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the appliance
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing appliances. Such
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preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.
• Where applicable, keep cutting tools sharp and
clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and
are easier to control.
• Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged
or defective.
• Have any damaged or defective parts repaired
or replaced by an authorised repair agent.
• Never attempt to remove or replace any parts
other than those specified in this manual.
eleCTriCal saFeTy
• Appliance plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded)
appliance. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Do not expose appliance to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a appliance will
increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the appliance.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating an appliance outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.
• If operating an appliance in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a Residual Current Device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD
reduces the risk of electric shock.
aFTer Use
• When not in use, the appliance should be
stored in a dry, well ventilated place out of the
reach of children.
• Children should not have access to stored
appliances.
• When the appliance is stored or transported
in a vehicle it should be placed in the boot
or restrained to prevent movement following
sudden changes in speed or direction.
baTTery Tool Use and Care
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other