Important Safety Instructions - Ego Power+ ST1300E Manual De Operación

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING: When using string trimmers, 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 machine.
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Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions
or children to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
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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
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Never operate the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
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Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all times while
operating the machine.
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The distance between the machine and bystanders
shall be at least 15m.
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Do not use metal blades
OPERATION
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Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards or
shields or without guards or shields in place.
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Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are
away from the cutting means.
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Always disconnect the machine from the power supply
(i.e. remove the plug from the mains or remove the
disabling device).
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whenever leaving the machine unattended;
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before clearing a blockage;
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before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
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after striking a foreign object;
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whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.
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Take care against injury to feet and hands from the
cutting means.
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Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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Disconnect the machine from the power supply
(i.e. remove the plug from the mains or remove the
disabling device) before carrying out maintenance or
cleaning work.
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Use only the manufacturer's recommended replacement
parts and accessories.
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Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have the
machine repaired only by an authorized repairer.
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When not in use, store the machine out of the reach of
children.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
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Avoid Dangerous Environments – Don't use trimmers in
damp or wet locations.
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Always turn the string trimmer off or remove the battery
pack whenever leaving the trimmer unattended.
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Don't Use In Rain.
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Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a
distance from work area.
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Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber
gloves and substantial footwear is recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
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Use Safety Glasses – Always use a face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
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Use the Right Tool– Do not use the tool for any job except
that for which it is intended.
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Don't Force the Trimmer – It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a
risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
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Don't Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
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Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the trimmer when you are tired.
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Do not operate the trimmer while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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Keep guards in place and in working order.
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Store Trimmer Indoors – When not in use the trimmer
should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up
place with the battery pack removed – out of reach of
children.
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Maintain Trimmer With Care – Keep the cutting
attachment clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for changing
accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
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Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the
trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service center unless indicated
elsewhere in this manual.
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Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or line
that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting
attachment. Make sure that other persons and pets are at
least 15m away.
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Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
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Always hold the trimmer firmly, with both hands on the
handles while operating. Wrap your fingers and thumbs
around the handles.
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Avoid Accidentally Starting–Don't carry the trimmer with
your finger on the trigger.
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Do not operate the trimmer in petrolic or explosive
atmospheres. Motors in these appliances normally
spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
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Damage to Trimmer – If you strike a foreign object with
the trimmer or it becomes entangled, stop the tool
immediately, remove the battery pack from the string
trimmer, check for damage and have any damage repaired
before further operation is attempted. Do not operate with
a broken guard or spool.
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If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the motor , remove the battery pack from the
string trimmer. and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. A loose
head may vibrate, crack, break or come off the
trimmer, which may result in serious or fatal injury.
Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly
fixed in position. If the head loosens after fixing it in
position, replace it immediately. Never use a trimmer
with a loose cutting attachment.
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Replace a cracked, damaged or worn-out cutting head
immediately, even if damage is limited to superficial
cracks. Such attachments may shatter at high speed
and cause serious or fatal injury.
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Check the cutting attachment at regular short
intervals during operation, or immediately if there is a
noticeable change in cutting behavior.
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Only use EGO TM authorized polymer trimmer line
accessories and trimmer line that are designed for
use with this machine. Although certain unauthorized
attachments might be fitted to the EGO TM string
trimmer, their use may be extremely dangerous, and/
or damaging to the tools.
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To reduce the risk of serious injury, never use wire
or metal-reinforced line or other material in place of
the nylon cutting lines. Pieces of wire could break off
and be thrown at high speed toward the operator or
bystanders.
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To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, never
work on a ladder or on any other insecure support.
Never hold the cutting attachment above waist height.
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If situations occur that are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgment. Contact the EGO Service
Center for assistance.
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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.
CHARGER
BATTERY
BA1120E, BA2240E, BA2800, CH5500E, CH2100E
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.
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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.
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When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement
TM
parts. Use of any other accessory or attachment may
increase the risk of injury.
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