Westinghouse HTA40 Manual De Usuario página 5

SAFETY INFORMATION
• Use only identical manufacturer's replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear.
• Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
• Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet hedges.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
• A BATTERY OPERATED UNIT with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be re-
charged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type
of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
• AVOID accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack. Car-
rying units with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a unit with the switch on
invites accidents.
• DO NOT use unit if switch does not turn it on or off. A unit that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• DISCONNECT battery pack from unit or place the switch in the locked or off position before mak-
ing any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the unit. Such preventative safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the unit accidentally.
• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION – Wear safety glasses or goggles at all times when this unit
is in use. Also use face or dust mask.
• STORE IDLE UNITS. When not in use, the unit should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE. Keep unit clean for best and safest performance. Follow instruc-
tions for proper maintenance.
• DO NOT attempt to repair the tool. To assure product safety and reliability, repairs, maintenance,
and adjustments should be performed by Westinghouse service centers or authorized service
centers, always using Westinghouse replacement parts.
• DO NOT operate tool in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these units normally spark,
and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Do not use electric units in damp or
wet locations. Don't use the unit in the rain.
• STAY ALERT - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate unit when you are
tired.
• USE THE RIGHT UNIT – Do not use this unit for any job except that for which it is intended.
• DO NOT allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Not recommended for use by children.
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