Injuries caused by touching any rotat-
u
ing/moving parts.
Injuries caused when changing any
u
parts, blades or accessories.
Injuries caused by prolonged use
u
of a tool. When using any tool for
prolonged periods ensure you take
regular breaks.
Impairment of hearing.
u
Health hazards caused by breathing
u
dust developed when using your tool
(example:- working with wood, espe-
cially oak, beech and MDF.)
If operating the mower in a damp
u
location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) with a tripping
current of not more than 30 mA.
Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
Never pick up or carry an appliance
u
while the motor is running.
Warning symbols
The following warning symbols are found
on the appliance along with the date
code:
Warning! Read the manual prior
to operation.
Beware of sharp blades.
Blades continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off –
Remove disabling device before
maintenance or if cord is dam-
aged.
Beware of flying objects. Keep
bystanders away from the cut-
ting area.
Wear eye protection
(Original instructions)
Directive 2000/14/EC guaran-
teed sound power.
Additional safety instructions
for batteries and chargers
Batteries
Never attempt to open for any reason.
u
Do not expose the battery to water.
u
Do not expose the battery to heat.
u
Do not store in locations where the
u
temperature may exceed 40 °C.
Charge only at ambient temperatures
u
between 10 °C and 40 °C.
Charge only using the charger pro-
u
vided with the appliance/tool. Using
the wrong charger could result in an
electric shock or overheating of the
battery.
When disposing of batteries, follow
u
the instructions given in the section
"Protecting the environment".
Do not damage/deform the battery
u
pack either by puncture or impact, as
this may create a risk of injury and fire.
Do not charge damaged batteries.
u
Under extreme conditions, battery
u
leakage may occur. When you notice
liquid on the batteries carefully wipe
the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin
contact.
In case of skin or eye contact, follow
u
the instructions below.
Warning! The battery fluid may cause
personal injury or damage to property. In
case of skin contact, immediately rinse
with water.
ENGLISH
The blades will
continue to rotate
after the machine is
switched off.
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