GENERAL SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings
and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
Carefully read the instructions for the safe
operation of the machine.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
- The appliance is only to be used with the power supply
unit provided with the appliance.
1) TRAINING
a)
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the appliance;
b)
Never allow children to use the appliance.
c)
Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the appliance. Local regulations may restrict the
age of the operator;
d)
Never operate the appliance while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby;
e)
The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
2) PREPARATION
a)
While operating the appliance, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals;
b)
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be
drawn into the air inlet. Keep long hair away from the
air inlets.
c)
Wear protective goggles while operating
d)
To prevent dust irritation the wearing of a face mask is
recommended
e)
Never operate the appliance with defective guards or
shields, or without safety devices, for example debris
collector in place
3) OPERATION
a)
Remove the battery pack from the appliance
- whenever you leave the machine;
EN
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
appliance;
- if the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally.
b)
Operate the appliance only in daylight or in good
artificial light.
c)
Do not overreach and keep your balance at all times.
d)
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
e)
Walk, never run.
f)
Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
g)
Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders.
4) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
a)
keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
appliance is in safe working condition;
b)
Replace worn or damaged parts.
c)
Use only genuine replacement parts and accessories.
d)
Store the appliance only in a dry place.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR
BATTERY PACK
a) Do not dismantle, open or shred cells or
battery pack.
b) Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do
not store battery packs haphazardly in
a box or drawer where they may short-
circuit each other or be short-circuited by
conductive materials. When battery pack is not
in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
c) Do not expose battery pack to heat or
fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
d) Do not subject battery pack to
mechanical shock.
e) In the event of battery leaking, do not
allow the liquid to come into contact
with the skin or eyes. If contact has
been made, wash the affected area with
copious amounts of water and seek
medical advice.
f)
Keep battery pack clean and dry.
g) Wipe the battery pack terminals with a
clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
h) Battery pack needs to be charged before
use. Always refer to this instruction and
use the correct charging procedure.
i)
Do not maintain battery pack on charge
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