Use and Care Manual

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FOR HEDGE TRIMMERS
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 damaged electrical cord or line from its power source. 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 battery is diconnected 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.
•DO NOT use the hedge trimmer if the handle guard is damaged.
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. 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, or charger manual.
SAFETY INFORMATION