Use and Care Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
DANGER
If the hedge trimmer blade jams or gets caught on an electrical cord or wires, DO NOT TOUCH
THE BLADE FOR ANY REASON! IT CAN BE ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND CAUSE SERIOUS OR
FATAL INJURY! Release or drop the trimmer in the quickest, safest way. If possible, disconnect the
dbattery from the tool. If that is not possible, call an electrician, electrical contractor, or the power
company for assistance. Failure to heed this danger warning will cause serious personal injury and
possible death.
WARNING
Avoid serious injury: The blades coast after turning off. ALWAYS keep both hands on the hedge
trimmer handles to prevent your hand from touching the blade.
•Make sure the hedge trimmer switch is off and remove battery when clearing jammed
material from blades. To avoid possible accidental start-ups, remove or disconnect the
battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the hedge trimmer.
•DO NOT operate the hedge trimmer when you are tired or your visibility is limited. Do not
use the trimmer at night or in reduced light.
•Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
DANGER
Toavoidseriousinjury,riskofre,explosionanddangerofelectricshockorelectrocution:
•DO NOT probe the charger with conductive materials. The charging terminals hold 120 V.
•If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, DO NOT insert into the charger or tool..
Replace the battery pack.
•DO NOT charge these battery packs with any other type of charger.
•DO NOT allow liquid inside the charger.
•DO NOT try to use the charger for any other purpose than what is presented in this
manual.