POWEG4500 EN
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6 SPECIAL SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR CORDLESS GRASS/HEDGE
SHEAR
6.1 Shrub shears safety warning
▪ Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold
material to be cut when blades are moving.
▪ Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while
operating the machine may result in serious personal injury.
▪ Carry the machine by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or
storing the machine always fit the cutting device cover. Proper handling of the machine will
reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
▪ Keep cables away from cutting area. During operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs
and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
6.2 Grass shears safety warning
▪ Keep supply and extension cords away from cutting means.
▪ Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
▪ Never operate the machine with damaged guards or shields or without guards or shields in
place.
▪ Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are away from the cutting means.
▪ Always disconnect the machine from the power supply (i. e. remove the plug from the
mains or remove the disabling device)
− whenever leaving the machine unattended
− before clearing a blockage
− before checking, cleaning or working on the unit
− after striking a foreign object
− whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally
▪ Take care against injury to feet and hands from the cutting means.
▪ Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of debris.
6.3 Battery/Battery charger safety warnings
▪ Protect the battery charger from rain and moisture. The penetration of water in a battery
charger increases the risk of electric shock.
▪ Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable
for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
▪ Do not charge other batteries. The battery charger is suitable only for charging lithium ion
batteries of POWEG4500. Otherwise danger, fire and explosion may occur.
▪ Keep the battery charger clean. Contamination may cause the danger of electric shock.
▪ Check the battery charger, cable and plug each time before using. Do not use the battery
charger when defects are detected. Do not open the battery charger yourself and have it
repaired only by qualified personnel using original spare parts. Damaged battery chargers,
cables and plugs increase the risk of electric shock.
▪ Do not operate the battery charger on easily inflammable surfaces (e. g. paper, textiles,
etc.) or in combustible environments. There is danger of fire due to the heating of the
battery charger during charging.
▪ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
▪ Do not open the battery yourself. There is danger of a short circuit.
▪ Protect the battery against heat, e.g., including against continuous sun irradiation and fire.
There is a danger of explosion.
▪ Do not short-circuit the battery. There is a danger of explosion.
