General Safety Rules - LawnMaster GT1313 Manual Del Usuario

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
When using the grass trimmer the safety rules must be followed. For your own safety and
bystanders please read these instructions before operating the grass trimmer. Do not use the grass
trimmer without reading the instruction sheet. Please keep the instructions safe for later use.
■ This grass trimmer is designed for cutting grass, soft vegetation, and for edging.
■ The device is not allowed to be used in public gardens, parks, sports centers or at roadsides as well
as in agriculture and forestry.
■ This grass trimmer is not allowed to be used for cutting or chopping, otherwise, there is a risk of
injury. For example:
- Hedges, shrubs and bushes,
- Flowers,
- In terms of composting.
■ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the trimmer.
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of gloves and
substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
■ Stop using the grass trimmer while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
■ Only use the grass trimmer in daylight or good artificial light.
■ Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to
be used for the gardening appliance. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.
■ Before using the grass trimmer and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair
as necessary.
■ Never operate the grass trimmer with damaged guards or without the guards in place.
■ Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on the
motor.
■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use, such
as an extension cord of cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A or
SJTOW-A.
■ Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
■ Take care against injury from any device fitted for trimming the filament line length. After extending
new cutter line always return the grass trimmer to its normal operating position before switching on.
■ Never fit metal cutting elements.
■ Never use replacement parts or accessories not provided or recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Disconnect the grass trimmer from the outlet before checking, cleaning or working on the grass
trimmer and when it is not in use.
■ Only use identical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation. Servicing should
be performed by a qualified technician.
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