Safety Warnings; General Instructions; Instruction Manual - Makita DUR368A Manuel D'instructions

Symbols
The followings show the symbols which may be used for the equip-
ment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.
Take particular care and attention.
Read instruction manual.
Keep distance at least 15 m.
15m(50 )
FT
Danger; be aware of thrown objects.
Caution; kickback
Wear a helmet, goggles and ear protection.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.
Steeltoed safety boots are recommended.
Do not expose to moisture.
Only for EU countries
Ni-MH
Li-ion Do not dispose of electric equipment or
battery pack together with household waste
material! In observance of the European
Directives, on Waste Electric and Electronic
Equipment and Batteries and Accumulators
and Waste Batteries and Accumulators and
their implementation in accordance with
national laws, electric equipment and bat-
teries and battery pack(s) that have reached
the end of their life must be collected sep-
arately and returned to an environmentally
compatible recycling facility.
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.

SAFETY WARNINGS

General power tool safety warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Important safety instructions for the tool
WARNING:
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Intended use
This tool is only intended for cutting grass,
1.
weeds, bushes and undergrowth. It should not
be used for any other purpose such as edging
or hedge cutting as this may cause injury.

General instructions

1. Never allow people unfamiliar with these
instructions, people (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil-
ities, or lack of experience and knowledge to
use the tool. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the tool.
2. Before starting the tool, read this instruction manual
to become familiar with the handling of the tool.
3. Do not lend the tool to a person with insuffi-
cient experience or knowledge regarding han-
dling of brushcutters and string trimmers.
4. When lending the tool, always attach this

instruction manual.

5. Handle the tool with the utmost care and attention.
Never use the tool after consuming alcohol or
6.
drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.
7. Never attempt to modify the tool.
8. Follow the regulations about handling of brush-
cutters and string trimmers in your country.
Personal protective equipment
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1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and
protective gloves to protect yourself from
flying debris or falling objects.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to pre-
vent hearing loss.
3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe
operation, such as a work overall and sturdy,
non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
4. When touching the cutting blade, wear protec-
tive gloves. Cutting blades can cut bare hands
severely.
Work area safety
Operate the tool under good visibility and day-
1.
light conditions only. Do not operate the tool in
darkness or fog.
2. Do not operate the tool in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. The tool creates sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Read all safety warnings and