User manual EINHELL BG-EH 551

[. . . ] Anleitung_BG_EH_551_SPK7_GB:_ 10. 10. 2008 7:58 Uhr Seite 1 Directions for Use Hedge Trimmer Art. -Nr. : 34. 035. 06 I. -Nr. : 01018 BG-EH 551 Anleitung_BG_EH_551_SPK7_GB:_ 10. 10. 2008 7:58 Uhr Seite 2 1 2 A 3 1 2 3 B 4 5 4 5 2 Anleitung_BG_EH_551_SPK7_GB:_ 10. 10. 2008 7:58 Uhr Seite 3 6 7 8 3 Anleitung_BG_EH_551_SPK7_GB:_ 10. 10. 2008 7:58 Uhr Seite 4 GB 1. When using electric tools it is imperative to take the following basic safety precautions in order to reduce the risk of electric shock, injury and fire. Read and take note of these instructions before you use this tool. Keep your work area tidy - An untidy work area invites accidents. [. . . ] due to thick branches or the like, switch off and unplug the hedge trimmer immediately. Only then are you to remove the cause of the obstruction. Keep the hedge trimmer in a dry place out of childrens reach. During transportation and storage of the hedge trimmer, keep the blades covered at all times with the special guard. Take care not to overload the hedge trimmer and do not use it on jobs for which it is not intended, i. e. you are allowed to use the hedge trimmer only to cut hedges, shrubs and perennials. Use only cables and connectors approved for outdoor use: power cable HO7RN-F 2x1. 0 with integral two-pin plug; extension cable HO7RN-F 3G1. 5 with rain-water-protected earthing-pin plug and earthing-contact coupling. The use of a leakage-current or earth-leakage circuit-breaker is recommended for operating electric tools. The hedge trimmer requires regular inspection and maintenance. If the hedge trimmer suffers any damage from impact (falling on hard ground etc. ), have it checked immediately by a specialist. Look after your hedge trimmer carefully. Keep it clean and sharp to ensure efficient and safe cutting. Follow the maintenance and cleaning 5 Keep these safety instructions in a safe place. Specific safety information Please read this safety information and the directions for use carefully and be sure to follow the instructions to the letter. 1. 1 Always remove the power plug from the socketoutlet before you perform any work on the hedge trimmer, e. g. - repairing a damaged cable - cleaning the blades - troubleshooting - cleaning and maintenance or before leaving the tool unattended. The hedge trimmer can cause serious injuries!Read the directions for use carefully in order to acquaint yourself with the correct way to handle, set up, service, start and put down the machine. Familiarize yourself with all the machines control elements and its proper use. Always handle the hedge trimmer with both hands. When working with the hedge trimmer, wear sturdy shoes and make sure of your footing. Never work with the hedge trimmer in the rain or on wet hedges and never leave the hedge trimmer outdoors. [. . . ] Read the operating instructions before you use the hedge trimmer. Pull out the plug immediately if the power cable is damaged or severed. Wear goggles and ear-muffs or similar protection. 6 - - Check that the blades are working properly. [. . . ]