Additional Safety Warnings - Makita DUH506 Instruction Manual

Cordless hedge trimmer safety
warnings
1. 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.
Keep all power cords and cables away from
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cutting area. Power cords or cables may be hid-
den in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally
cut by the blade.
Wear ear protection. Adequate protective equip-
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ment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.
4. Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring. Blades contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
5. Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.
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 battery pack is
removed or disconnected. Unexpected actua-
tion of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed
material or servicing may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
7. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
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

Preparation
Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
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objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
The tool must not be used by children or
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young persons under 18 years of age. Young
persons over 16 years of age may be exempted
from this restriction if they are undergoing training
under the supervision of an expert.
3. First-time users should have an experienced
user show them how to use the tool.
Use the tool only if you are in good physical
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condition. If you are tired, your attention will be
reduced. Be especially careful at the end of a work-
ing day. Perform all work calmly and carefully. The
user is responsible for all damages to third parties.
5. Never use the tool when under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
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basic equipment of the tool 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 tool is in good and safe working order.
Ensure guards are fitted properly. The tool
must not be used unless fully assembled.
8. When handing the hedge trimmer to other
person, once put the hedge trimmer on the
ground and pick up the hedge trimmer after
you completely take your hand off. Passing the
hedge trimmer by hand causes holding both the
front handle and the rear handle at the same time,
and then the hedge trimmer starts unintentionally.
Unintentional starting may causes serious injury.
Operation
1. Hold the tool firmly with both hands 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. DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contact with blade will result in serious personal
injury.
4. Do not use the tool in the rain or in wet or
very damp conditions. The electric motor is not
waterproof.
5. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
Do not operate the tool at no-load
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unnecessarily.
7. Immediately switch off the tool and remove the
battery cartridge if the shear blades should
come into contact with a fence or other hard
object. Check the blades for damage, and if
damaged, replace the blades immediately.
Before checking the shear blades, taking care
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of faults, or removing material caught in the
shear blades, always switch off the tool and
remove the battery cartridge.
9. Never point the shear blades to yourself or
others.
10. 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.
Electrical and battery safety
1. 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.
2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
3. 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.
4. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
5. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
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