OBJ_BUCH-1929-001.book Page 13 Thursday, May 8, 2014 9:38 AM
After Fitting the guard carefully re-
move the protective tape from the
line blade.
Before using the machine and after
impact, check for signs of wear or
damage and repair if necessary.
Never operate the product when
you are tired, ill or under the influ-
ence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Always wear long heavy trousers,
boots and gloves. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewellery, short trousers,
sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair
so that it is above shoulder level to
avoid entanglement with moving
parts.
Wear safety eye protection and
ear defenders when operating the
machine.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do
not overreach.
Never work with this trimmer while
people, especially children or pets
are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
Wait until the cutting head has com-
pletely stopped before touching it.
The head continues to rotate after
the trimmer is switched off, the cut-
ting system can cause injury/dam-
age.
Work only in daylight or in good arti-
ficial light.
Avoid operating the machine in bad
weather conditions especially when
there is a risk of lightning.
Bosch Power Tools
Operating the trimmer in wet grass
decreases the efficiency of perfor-
mance.
Switch off when transporting the
trimmer to and from the area to be
worked on.
Switch on the trimmer with hands
and feet well away from the rotating
line.
Do not put hands or feet near the
cutting system.
Do not put hands or fingers near to
the line cutting blade.
Never fit metal cutting elements to
this trimmer.
Inspect and maintain the trimmer
regularly.
Have the trimmer repaired only by
an authorized customer service
agent.
Always operate the machine with
the cutting system horizontal to the
ground.
Always ensure that the ventilation
slots are kept clear of debris. Clean
ventilation with soft brush after use.
Take care against injury from the
blade fitted for cutting the nylon line
length. After feeding line always re-
turn the trimmer to its horizontal op-
erating position before switching
on.
Switch off and remove the battery:
– whenever you leave the machine
unattended for any period
– before replacing the cutting lline
– before cleaning or working on the
trimmer
English | 13
F 016 L70 973 | (8.5.14)