Additional Safety Instructions - Makita DUM111 Manuel D'instruction

6. Keep all power cords and cables away from
cutting area. Power cords or cables may be hid-
den in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally
cut by the blade.
7. Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck
by lightning.

Additional Safety Instructions

Preparation
1. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
2. First-time users should have an experienced
hedge trimmer user show them how to use the
trimmer.
The hedge trimmer must not be used by
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children or young persons under 18 years of
age. Young persons over 16 years of age may be
exempted from this restriction if they are undergo-
ing training under the supervision of an expert.
4. Use the hedge trimmer only if you are in good
physical condition. If you are tired, your attention
will be reduced. Be especially careful at the end of
a working day. Perform all work calmly and care-
fully. The user is responsible for all damages to
third parties.
5. Never use the trimmer when under the influ-
ence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
6. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
basic equipment of the hedge trimmer and
must always be worn when working with it.
Also wear sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
7. Before starting work check to make sure
that the trimmer is in good and safe working
order. Ensure guards are fitted properly. The
hedge trimmer must not be used unless fully
assembled.
Operation
1. Hold the tool firmly when using the tool.
2. The tool is intended to be used by the operator
at ground level. Do not use the tool on ladders
or any other unstable support.
3. Do not simultaneously wear multiple belt har-
nesses and/or shoulder harnesses when oper-
ating the tool.
4. DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contact with blade will result in serious personal
injury.
5. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in
wet or very damp conditions. The electric motor
is not waterproof.
6. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
7. Do not operate the tool at no-load
unnecessarily.
8. Immediately switch off the motor and remove
the battery cartridge if the cutter should come
into contact with a fence or other hard object.
Check the cutter for damage, and if damaged
repair immediately.
9. Before checking the cutter, taking care of
faults, or removing material caught in the cut-
ter, always switch off the trimmer and remove
the battery cartridge.
10. Never point the shear blades to yourself or
others.
11. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of
foreign objects between the blades during
operation, switch off the tool and remove the
battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign
objects using tools such as pliers. Removing
the foreign objects by hand may cause an injury
for the reason that the blades may move in reac-
tion to removing the foreign objects.
Maintenance and storage
1. Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery
cartridge before doing any maintenance work.
When moving the hedge trimmer to another
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location, including during work, always
remove the battery cartridge and put the blade
cover on the cutter blades. Never carry or
transport the trimmer with the cutter running.
Never grasp the cutter with your hands.
3. Clean the hedge trimmer and especially the
cutter after use, and before putting the trimmer
into storage for extended periods. Lightly oil
the cutter and put on the cover. The cover sup-
plied with the unit can be hung on the wall, pro-
viding a safe and practical way to store the hedge
trimmer.
Store the hedge trimmer with the cover on, in
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a dry room. Keep it out of reach of children.
Never store the trimmer outdoors.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
3. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
Do not charge the battery outdoors.
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5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
6. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
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