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The vibration strengths which are quoted in the "Technical Data" restrict the
period of use. Adapt the period of time for which you use the device and the
frequency and length of the breaks you take to your individual physical condition
in order to keep vibration shocks as low as possible.
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PLEASE NOTE: The actual vibration strength may differ from the fi gures which
are quoted in these operating instructions when using the device. This may have
the following causes:
– non-designated use,
–
incorrect operation,
–
insuffi cient maintenance.
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To reduce the risks posed by vibrations, comply with the following instructions:
– If possible, do not operate the device in cold ambient temperatures.
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Keep your body and in particular your hands warm in cold ambient
temperatures.
– Take suffi cient breaks and during the breaks move or loosen your hands and
fi ngers to get the blood fl owing through them.
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If you experience an unpleasant sensation or the colour of the skin on your
hands changes while you are using the device, stop performing the work
with the device immediately!
7) General Safety Notices
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Keep children and animals away from the packaging material. There is a danger of
suffocation.
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This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced sensory
or mental abilities or a lack of experience and / or knowledge. Follow country-specifi c
or regional and local regulations which may include age specifi cations for using de-
vices of this type.
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Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.
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The device should only be used if it has been correctly assembled! Check before
each use whether the cutting elements have been attached to the trimmer unit
correctly and securely!
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Do not insert anything into the ventilation openings of the device and make sure that
these do not become clogged.
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The device must be switched off in the following cases:
–
if the device is not being supervised;
–
before removing blockages, foreign objects or similar items;
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before checking the integrity of the device and before any cleaning or maintenance;
–
before attaching or detaching accessories;
– when there is a malfunction or any contact with foreign objects and subsequent
checking of the device;
–
if the device produces excessively strong vibrations.
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Protect the device from heat sources, naked fl ames, sub-zero temperatures, persis-
tent moisture, wet conditions and impacts.
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In the interest of your own safety, inspect the device for damage each time before
you use it. Do not use the device if the device or the accessories are damaged.
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The device is only guaranteed to work perfectly if the manufacturer's original
accessories are used.
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