17. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the power
tool in rain or in damp or wet locations. Do not operate
the power tool in gaseous or explosive atmospheres or
use the power tool near flammable or combustible liquids.
Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks
might ignite fumes.
18. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the power tool when you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or other
medication.
19. Check for damaged parts – Before further use of the
power tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
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center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for
assistance.
Specific Safety Warnings for Hedge
Trimmer/Pole Hedge Trimmer
1. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
power tool on. A wrench or key left attached to the rotating
part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
2. If devices or facilities are available for the extraction and
collection of dust, ensure these are connected or properly
used. Use of these devices can reduce dust related
hazards.
3. Remove any blade that has been damaged. Always make
sure that the blade is installed correctly and securely
fastened before each use. Failure to do so can cause
serious injury.
4. Hold the pole hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutter blades contacting a
"live" wire may electrify exposed metal parts of the power
tool and could give the operator an electric shock.
5. Maintain a firm grip on both handles while cutting with the
blade. Keep the blade away from body.
6. Hold pole hedge trimmer properly, e.g., with both hands
if two handles are provided. Loss of control can cause
personal injury.
7. Keep extension cord away from cutting area. During
operation the extension cord may be hidden in shrubs and
can be accidentally cut by the blade.
8. Check the hedge for foreign objects before operation,
e.g., center fences. Take care that the cutting device does
not come in contact with wire or other metal objects.
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9. Keep all parts of the body away from the cutting blade.
Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut
when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when
clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while
operating the pole hedge trimmer may result in serious
personal injury.
10. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutting
blade stopped. When transporting or storing the hedge
trimmer always keep the blade covered. Proper handling
of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury
from the cutter blades.
11. Do not use the hedge trimmer if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
12. Use the pole hedge trimmer and accessories in
accordance with these instructions, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from intended
use could lead to a hazardous situation.
13. The product should be supplied via a residual current
device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than
30 mA.
Electric Safety
1. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for
this power tool. Receptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this measure
of safety.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has
a polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other).
Use this appliance only with a polarized UL-, CSA-, or
ETL-listed extension cord recommended for outdoor,
all-weather use.
The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord
only one way. If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the
extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not
fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized
extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet.
The extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not
modify the appliance plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
3. To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,
STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.
Before use, check that the extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, make sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current product. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating.
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