Important Safety Instructions; Keep For Future Reference - EGO EA0800 Manual Del Operador

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

EN
WARNING!
When using electric gardening appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including
the following:
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

DANGER!
Do not rely on the tool's insulation against
electric shock. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never
operate the machine in the vicinity of any wires or cables
(power, etc.) which may carry electric current.
CAUTION!
Wear appropriate personal hearing
protection during use. Under some conditions and
durations of use, noise from this product may contribute
to hearing loss.
Training
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Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
◾
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the edger. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
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Never edge while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Preparation
◾
While edging, always wear eye and ear protection,
substantial foot wear, and long trousers.
◾
Thoroughly inspect the surface where the equipment is
to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones
and other foreign objects.
◾
Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolt and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts
in sets to preserve balance.
Operation
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Edge only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
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Walk, never run.
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Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
edger toward you.
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Make sure the blade has stopped before crossing
surfaces other than grass and when transporting the
edger to and from the area to be edged.
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EDGER ATTACHMENT — EA0800
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Never operate the edger with defective, missing or
incorrectly fitted guards.
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Do not change the motor governor settings or
overspeed the motor.
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Start the switch on the motor carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).
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Do not start the motor when a bystander is standing in
front of the blade(s).
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
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Always switch off the motor and disconnect from the
battery:
1) Before clearing blockages;
2) Before checking, cleaning or working on the
blade(s);
3) After striking a foreign object: Inspect the blade(s)
for damage and make repairs before restarting
and operating the edger;
4) If edger starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
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Stop the motor whenever you leave the edger;
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Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.
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Use only with EGO's battery packs and chargers.
BATTERY PACK
BA1120E, BA2240E, BA2800,
BA3360, BA4200
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The battery pack must be removed from the appliance
before it is scrapped.
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The battery shall be disposed of safely.
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Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cells may
explode. Check with local authorities for possible special
disposal instructions.
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Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte
is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It
may be toxic if swallowed.
◾
Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short
the battery with conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause burns.
◾
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when
the tool is not operating. Take care when performing
maintenance or service.
◾
Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor
and electrical connections.
CHARGER
CH2100E
CH5500E