Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or property damage.
DANGER:
serious injury.
WARNING:
serious injury.
CAUTION:
moderate injury.
(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE:
property damage.
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Base unit
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Main handle
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Bail handle
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ON/OFF switch
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Lock off switch
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Extension pole
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Pole handle
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Pole release button
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Hedge trimmer attachment
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Hedge trimmer release button
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Hedge trimmer blade
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Guard
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Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
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WARNING!
and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious injury.
WARNING:
read the instruction manual.
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Read all safety warnings
To reduce the risk of injury,
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