Makita UH5580 Instruction Manual page 8

4. Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Blades contacting
a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the
hedge trimmer "live" and could give the operator
an electric shock.
Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.
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Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Blades
continue to move after the switch is turned off. A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
6. When clearing jammed material or servic-
ing the hedge trimmer, make sure all power
switches are off and the power cord is discon-
nected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trim-
mer while clearing jammed material or servicing
may result in serious personal injury.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
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blade stopped and taking care not to operate
any power switch. Proper carrying of the hedge
trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent start-
ing and resultant personal injury from the blades.
8. When transporting or storing the hedge trim-
mer, always use the blade cover. Proper han-
dling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of
personal injury from the blades.
Additional Safety Warnings:
1. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in
wet or very damp conditions. The electric motor
is not waterproof.
2. First-time users should have an experienced
hedge trimmer user show them how to use the
trimmer.
3. The hedge trimmer must not be used by
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.
Never use the trimmer when under the influ-
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ence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
6. Check to make sure that the voltage and fre-
quency of the power supply correspond to the
specifications given on the identification plate.
We recommend the use of a residual-current-op-
erated circuit breaker (ground-fault circuit inter-
rupter) with a tripping current of 30 mA or less, or
an earth leakage current protector.
7. 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.
8. Before starting work check to make sure that
the trimmer is in good and safe working order.
Ensure guards are fitted properly. Check cable for
damage before starting work and replace if neces-
sary. The hedge trimmer must not be used unless
fully assembled.
9. Keep cable away from the cutting area. Always
work in such a way that the extension power cord
is behind you.
10. Remove plug from the mains immediately if
cable is damaged or cut.
11. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
12. Overreaching with a hedge trimmer, particu-
larly from a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do
not work from anything wobbly or infirm.
13. Hold the tool firmly when using the tool.
14. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
15. Immediately switch off the motor and unplug
the mains plug if the cutter should come into
contact with a fence or other hard object.
Check the cutter for damage, and if damaged
repair immediately.
16. Before checking the cutter, taking care of
faults, or removing material caught in the cut-
ter, always switch off the trimmer and unplug
the mains plug.
17. Switch off the trimmer and disconnect and
secure the mains plug before doing any main-
tenance work.
18. When moving the hedge trimmer to another
location, including during work, always unplug
the mains plug and put the blade cover on the
cutter blades. Never carry or transport the trim-
mer with the cutter running. Never grasp the cutter
with your hands.
19. 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 supplied
with the unit can be hung on the wall, providing a
safe and practical way to store the hedge trimmer.
20. Store the hedge trimmer with the cover on, in a
dry room. Keep it out of reach of children. Never
store the trimmer outdoors.
21. Never point the shear blades to yourself or
others.
22. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of
foreign objects between the blades during
operation, switch off the tool and unplug
the mains plug, 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.
23. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp 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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