User manual ATIKA HS 550-45 BROCHURE

[. . . ] Shut off engine and remove power cord before performing cleaning, maintenance or repair work. When connecting cable is damaged or cut through immediately pull out the power plug. Not observing this instruction can lead to injuries or cause damage to property. important information on proper handling. [. . . ] never leave the hedge shears unattended. Persons under 18 are not allowed to operate the device. Do not allow other persons, especially children, to touch the tool or cable. You work better and safer in the given performance range. Only operate the machine with complete and correctly attached safety equipment and do not alter anything on the machine that could impair the safety. Do not use any knives which do not comply with the indicated characteristics of this instruction manual. The use of other tools and other accessories can signify a risk of injury for you Switch the machine off and remove the mains plug from the socket when - carrying out repair works - carrying out servicing and repair works, removal of faults (including blocking of knives) - Transport and storage - Leaving of hedge trimmer (even during short interruptions) Maintain your hedge trimmer with care: - Keep the tools sharp and clean to be able to work better and more safely - Keep handles dry and free of oils and grease. - Follow the servicing instructions Check the machine for possible damage: - Before continuing to use the machine, the protective devices must be inspected to ensure that they work perfectly and with their intended function - Check whether the movable parts function perfectly and do not stick or whether the parts are damaged, All parts must be correctly installed and fulfil all conditions to ensure perfect operation of the hedge trimmer - Damaged guards and parts must be properly repaired or exchanged by a recognized, specialist workshop; insofar as nothing else is stated in the instructions for use. - Damaged or illegible safety warning labels should be replaced immediately. Do not allow any tool key to be plugged in!Before switching on, check always that wrenches and adjusting tools are removed. Store the unused machine in a dry locked place away from the reach of children. Design of the connection cable according to IEC 60245 (H 07 RN-F) with a core cross-profile section of at least - 1. Avoid touching earthed parts with your body. Do not use the cable for purposes for which it is not meant. Protect the cable against heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not use the cable to pull the plug from the socket. When taking the connecting line take care that it does not disturb, is not squeezed, bended and the connection assembly does not get wet. Regularly check the extension cables and replace them if they are damaged. Do not use any defective connection cables. When working outdoors, only use extension cables especially approved and appropriately labelled for outdoor use. Do not set up any provisional electrical connections. [. . . ] Warranty claims, even during the warranty period, will not be accepted for damages due to incorrect handling or inadequate packaging during return of the devices or to a non-observance of the operating instructions. Faulty parts must be sent to our works, postage or freight free. We reserve the right to decide upon free spare part delivery. guarantee work will be completed by us or an authorised servicing agency. [. . . ]