Declaration Of Conformity; Specified Conditions Of Use; Special Safety Instructions - Metabo FSB 36-18 LTX BL 40 Manual Original

Original instructions

1. Declaration of Conformity

We declare and accept sole responsibility for
ensuring: these cordless brush cutters identified by
their type and serial number *1) conform to all
relevant provisions of the directives *2) and
standards *3). Technical documentation at *6).
2000/14/EC: Conformity assessment procedures in
accordance with Annex VI
Named body *4), Guaranteed sound power level
LWA(G) *5),
- see page 4.
For UK only:
We as manufacturer and authorized person to
compile the technical file, see *6) on page 4,
hereby declare under sole responsibility that these
cordless brush cutters, identified by type and serial
number *1) on page 4, fulfil all relevant provisions
of following UK Regulations S.I. 2016/1091, S.I.
2008/1597, S.I. 2012/3032, S.I. 2001/1701 and
Designated Standards EN 62841-1:2015,
EN ISO11806-1:2011 (partly), EN IEC 63000:2018
S.I. 2001/1701: Conformity assessment
procedures in accordance with Schedule 9.
Approved Body: Intertek Testing & Certification Ltd.
Academy Place, 1-9 Brook Street, Brentwood,
Essex, CM14 5NQ, UK, Body-No: 0359
Guaranteed sound power level LWA(G) *5) on
page 4.

2. Specified Conditions of Use

The cordless brush cutters are intended for mowing
and trimming applications when using the line head
and when using the thicket blade for mowing grass
and thinning and removal of tough, matted grass,
undergrowth and thorny hedges.
The cordless brush cutter must not be used for
cutting and trimming of hedges, bushes and other
vegetation, where the cutting level is not parallel to
the surface of the underground.
Use only the recommended cutting heads and
protective equipment! The use of other tools (e.g.
multi-piece metal cutting tools with swivel chains
and flail blades or circular saw blades) can cause
serious injuries.
The cordless brush cutter is designed to be
supported by the ground.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by inappropriate use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the safety instructions must be
observed.
3. General Safety Information
For your own protection and
for the protection of your
power tool, pay attention to
all parts of the text that are marked
with this symbol!
WARNING – Read the
operating instructions to
reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING – Read all safety
warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and
instructions for future
reference. Pass on your electrical
tool only together with these
documents.
Residual risks: Even when the
device is used as intended, there
could be residual risks. Observe all
safety warnings and instructions.
Possible hazards:
- Injuries and material damage
caused by flying parts.
- Lung damage if no suitable dust
mask is worn.
- Hearing damage if no suitable
hearing protection is worn.
- Health detriment, due to vibration
emissions, if the machine is used
over a long period of time or if it
not properly guided or
maintained.

4. Special safety instructions

4.1 Introduction
• Carefully read the operating instructions.
Familiarise yourself with the controls and the
proper use of the machine.
• Do not allow children, persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of
experience and/or knowledge, or persons not
familiar with these instructions to use this
machine. Local regulations may limit the age of
the operator.
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