Ikra IATHS 40-43 Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 26

• Do not attempt to remove cut materials or
attempt to hold on to materials being cut while
the blades are in motion. Make sure that the
hedge trimmer has been switched off and has
come to a complete stop before attempting to
remove jammed material. Do not lift or hold the
hedge trimmer by the blades.
• If solid object are caught in the cutting blade
and jam the motor, switch off the machine at
once, remove the battery, remove the object
and continue with the work.
CAUTION: The blades continue to run after
the trimmer has been switched off.
• Do not overload the hedge trimmer. The trim-
mer works better and poses less risk of injury if
it is operated as intended.
• Be careful, pay attention to what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not use the hedge
trimmer if you are tired.
• Take care of the hedge trimmer, keep the
blades sharp and clean; the blades then pro-
vide the best performance and pose less risk
of injury. Keep the grips dry, clean and free of
oil and grease.
- A tingling feeling or numbness in the hands is
sign of excessive vibration. Limit the operating
time, take sufficiently long work breaks, distrib-
ute the work between several people or wear
anti-vibration gloves when using the tool for
extended periods.
- A certain degree of noise from this device is
unavoidable. Perform noise-intensive work at
times when this is permitted and at times in-
tended for this type of work. Where applicable,
observe quiet times and limit working time to the
absolute minimum. You and other persons in the
area where the trimmer is being used should
wear suitable hearing protection.
General safety
WARNING: When using electric garden-
ing appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce risk
of fire, electric shock, and personal injury,
including the following:
Before use the pole trimmer
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense when operating Pole Trimmer.
2. Avoid Dangerous Environments:
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer in rain or in
damp or wet locations.
GB | Operating Instructions
3. Keep Children Away – Keep all visitors, chil-
4. Use Right Appliance – Do not use Pole Trim-
5. Only well instructed adults should operate
6. Dress Properly when operating Pole Trimmer
7. Always wear eye protection.
8. Your power tool is not insulated against elec-
9. This power tool has a large range. In order
When using the telescopic hedge trimmer
1. WARNING: Pay attention to what you are
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- Do not operate Pole Trimmer while under the
influence of alcohol, medications, or drugs.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer where highly-
flammable liquids or gases are present.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer while standing
on a ladder or in a tree.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer if it is damaged
or not securely and fully assembled.
dren and pets a safe distance from work area,
at least 30 ft (10 m) away.
mer for any job except that for which it is
intended.
Pole Trimmer. Never allow children to operate
Pole Trimmer.
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that
can get caught in the moving blades or parts
of the Pole Trimmer.
- Always wear rubber gloves and substantial
foot wear when working outside.
- Always wear protective hair covering to con-
tain long hair.
- Always wear a face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
tric shock. To reduce the risk of electrocution,
never operate this power tool in the vicinity of
any wires or cables (power, etc.) which may be
carrying electric current. Electricity can jump
from one point to another by means of arcing.
Higher voltage increases the distance electric-
ity can arc. Electricity can also move through
branches, especially if they are wet. Maintain
a clearance of at least 30 feet (10 m) between
the pole trimmer (including any branches it is
contacting) and any electrical line carrying live
current. Before working with less clearance,
contact your electric utility and make sure the
current is turned off.
to reduce the risk of personal or even fatal
injury to bystanders from falling objects or
inadvertent contact with the moving blades
of your power tool always keep bystanders at
least 30 feet (10 m) away when the power tool
is running.
doing. Be careful when using the telescopic
hedge trimmer.