Specific Safety Information - Einhell Royal AHS 24 Instructions De Service

Anleitung AHS 24 SPK1 01.12.2004
GB
1. Important notes
Please read the instructions for use carefully and
observe the information provided. It is important to
consult these instructions in order to acquaint yours-
elf with the tool, its proper use and safety precauti-
ons.
Important!
For safety reasons, the rechargeable hedge trim-
mer is not to be used by children, young people
under 16 years of age, or any other persons who
are not acquainted with these directions for use.

2. 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 accu before you perform any
work on the hedge trimmer, e.g.
- cleaning the blades
- troubleshooting
- cleaning and maintenance
or before leaving the tool unattended.
1.2 The hedge trimmer can cause serious injuries!
Read the directions for use carefully in order to
acquaint yourself with the correct way to hand-
le, set up, service, start and put down the
machine. Familiarize yourself with all the
machine's control elements and its proper use.
1.3 Always handle the hedge trimmer with both
hands.
1.4 When working with the hedge trimmer, wear
sturdy shoes and make sure of your footing.
1.5 Never work with the hedge trimmer in the rain
or on wet hedges and never leave the hedge
trimmer outdoors. The hedge trimmer must not
be used if it is wet.
1.6 We recommend that you wear safety goggles
and ear-muffs when working with the hedge
trimmer.
1.7 Wear suitable working clothes such as rubber
gloves and non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose
garments. Keep long hair in a hairnet.
1.8 Avoid abnormal postures and make sure of
your footing, particularly when working on lad-
ders and steps.
1.9 Be sure to hold the hedge trimmer well away
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from your body when it is switched on.
1.10 Make sure there are no other persons or ani-
mals within your working area (radius of swing).
1.11 Carry the hedge trimmer only by its guide
handle.
1.12 Keep cables clear of where you are cutting.
1.13 Examine the cutting system regularly for signs
of damage and, if necessary, arrange for the
hedge trimmer to be professionally repaired by
the ISC Customer Service Center or a specia-
list workshop.
1.14 If the blades become jammed, e.g. due to thick
branches or the like, switch off and remove the
accu immediately. Only then are you to remove
the cause of the obstruction.
1.15 Keep the hedge trimmer in a dry place out of
children's reach.
1.16 During transportation and storage of the hedge
trimmer, keep the blades covered at all times
with the special guard.
1.17 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 peren-
nials.
1.18 The hedge trimmer requires regular inspection
and maintenance. Always replace damaged
blades in pairs. If the hedge trimmer suffers
any damage from impact (falling on hard gro-
und etc.), have it checked immediately by a
specialist.
1.19 Look after your hedge trimmer carefully. Keep it
clean and sharp to ensure efficient and safe
cutting. Follow the maintenance and cleaning
instructions.
1.20 The German Farmers Union, for example, pro-
hibits the use of electric hedge trimmers by per-
sons aged 17 or less. Persons aged 16 and
above may only use electric hedge trimmers if
supervised by an adult.
1.21 Do not use the hedge trimmer with a damaged
or excessively worn cutting system.
1.22 Check your surroundings and take note of any
potential dangers which you may not be able
hear due to the machine's noise.
1.23 It is advisable not to use the hedge trimmer
when other persons, and particularly children,
are nearby.
1.24 Children are not allowed to use the hedge
trimmer.
1.25 Noise at the workplace may exceed 85 dB(A).
In this case, the operator must wear ear-muffs
or similar. The noise level of this electric tool is
measured in accordance with IEC 59 CO 11;
IEC 704; DIN 45635 Part 21 and NFS 31-031
(2000/14 EG).