5.TROUBLESHOOTING
FIRST USE
Read the 《SAFETY INSTRUCTION 》 section at the
WARNING !
beginning of this manual including all text under subheading
therein before using this product.
Pay particular attention using the machine for the first time : focus and dedicate all your
attention to this first use. Make the first trial on a free space with no obstacle and no
surrounding element.
Start the product :
Hold the product with one hand at the rear handle 4 and with the other at the front handle 1.
To turn on:
push the lock switch 2 forwards and press the on/off switch 3 and the safety switch 2 at the
same time. To turn OFF, release either the on/off the safety switch 3. Always unplug the
hedge trimmer from the battery pack when finished.
Operate the product :
Operation
CAUTION ! Always wear safety glasses. Wear a filter mask if the operation is
dusty. Use of proper gloves and substantial footwear is also recommended.
• Operate the product only at reasonable hours – not early in the morning or late at night when
people might be disturbed.
• Do not operate the product in an explosive atmosphere.
• Avoid using the product in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning.
Do not operate the product in poor lighting. The operator requires a clear view of the work
area to identify potential hazards.
• Use of hearing protection reduces the ability to hear warnings (shouts or alarms). The operator
must pay extra attention to what is going on in the work area. Do not get distracted, and
always concentrate on the task.
• Operating similar tools nearby increases both the risk of hearing injury and the potential for
other persons to enter your work area.
• Keep firm footing and balance.
• Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance. Always be sure of the footing
on slopes.
• Walk, never run. Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
• Never run the product without the proper equipment attached.
• Do not modify the product in any way or use parts and accessories that are not recommended
by the manufacturer.
If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact or begins to vibrate abnormally,
immediately stop the product and inspect for damage or identify the cause of the
vibration. Any damage should be properly repaired or replace by an authorized
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