Global Machinery Company BHT500 - Manual (Page 5)

• Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool
or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
Service
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
Additional safety rules for hedge trimmers
• Do not use the trimmer in the rain.
• If cordset is cut or damaged remove it emmediately
from the power point.
• Keep hands and fingers well away from the blade.
• Wear work gloves, eye protection, solid shoes and
trousers when using this hedge trimmer.
• Always grasp both handles when operating the unit.
• Disconnect the trimmer from the mains supply when
you have finished work, before cleaning or if you have
been interrupted.
• This trimmer has been designed to cut soft, new
growth and should not be used on branches, hard
wood or other forms of cutting.
• Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first
switching off the machine and disconnecting it from the
mains supply
• If you are interrupted when operating the trimmer,
complete the process and switch off before looking up.
• Never allow untrained users or children to use
the trimmer.
Wear goggles
Wear ear defenders
Wear a breathing mask
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely
that your power tool is faulty or that a part is missing.
If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool
until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been
rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
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