g) Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck
by lightning.
h) Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, e.g. wire fences and hidden wiring.
i) Hold the hedge trimmer properly, e.g. with
both hands if two handles are provided.
j) The hedge trimmer is intended to be used
by the operator at ground level and not on
ladders or any other unstable support.
k) Before operating the hedge trimmer, the
user should make sure the locking device(s)
of any moving elements (e.g. the extended
shaft and pivoting element), if any, are in the
locked position.
l) Have any adjustable stopping mechanism
maintained at regular intervals.
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 when
not in use.
j) After extended periods of storage, it may
be necessary to charge and discharge
the battery pack several times to obtain
maximum performance.
k) Recharge only with the charger specified
by Worx. Do not use any charger other than
that specifically provided for use with the
Hedge trimmer
equipment.
l) Do not use any battery pack which is not
designed for use with the equipment.
m) Keep battery pack out of the reach of
children.
n) Retain the original product literature for
future reference.
o) Remove the battery from the equipment
when not in use.
p) Dispose of properly.
q) Do not mix cells of different manufacture,
capacity, size or type within a device.
r) Keep the battery away from microwaves and
high pressure.
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To reduce the risk of injury, user must
read instruction manual
Warning
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Wear dust mask
Do not expose to rain
Do not burn
Batteries may enter water cycle if
disposed improperly, which can be
hazardous for ecosystem. Do not
dispose of waste batteries as unsorted
municipal waste.
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