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9.
Do not expose a battery pack or machine to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire
or temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause
explosion.
10. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or machine outside of
the temperature range specified in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside of the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
11.
Have servicing performed by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
12. Do not modify or attempt to repair the machine
or the battery pack except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.
13. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
14. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
15. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
Starting up the tool
Make sure that there are no children or other
1.
people within a working range of 15 meters
(50 ft), also pay attention to any animals in the
working vicinity. Otherwise stop using the tool.
Before use always check that the tool is safe
2.
for operation. Check the security of the nylon
cutting head and the guard and the switch
trigger/lever for easy and proper action. Check
for clean and dry handles and test the on/off
function of the switch.
3.
Check damaged parts before further use of
the tool. 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, break-
age of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tion that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by our authorized ser-
vice center unless indicated elsewhere in this
manual.
4.
Switch on the motor only when hands and feet
are away from the nylon cutting head.
Before starting make sure that the nylon cut-
5.
ting head has no contact with hard objects
such as branches, stones etc. as the nylon
cutting head will revolve when starting.
6.
Remove any adjusting key, wrench or blade
cover before turning the power tool on. An
accessory left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
7.
Make sure there are no electrical cables, water
pipes, gas pipes etc. that could cause a hazard
if damaged by use of the tool.
8.
Do not use a cutting tool which is not recom-
mended by Makita.
Method of operation
1.
Only use the tool in good light and visibility.
During the winter season beware of slippery
or wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping).
Always ensure a safe footing.
2.
Take care against injury to feet and hands from
the nylon cutting head.
Never cut above waist height.
3.
4.
Never stand on a ladder and run the tool.
5.
Never climb up into trees to perform cutting
operation with the tool.
6.
Never work on unstable surfaces.
7.
Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within
the working range. Foreign particles may dam-
age the nylon cutting head.
8.
Should the nylon cutting head hit stones or
other hard objects, immediately switch off the
motor and inspect the nylon cutting head.
9.
Before commencing cutting, the nylon cutting
head must have reached full working speed.
10. During operation always hold the tool with
both hands. Never hold the tool with one hand
during use. Always ensure a safe footing.
11.
The nylon cutting head has to be equipped
with the guard. Never run the tool with dam-
aged guards or without guards in place!
12. All protective equipment such as guards sup-
plied with the string trimmer must be used
during operation.
13. Except in case of emergency, never drop
or cast the tool to the ground or this may
severely damage the tool.
14. Never drag the tool on the ground when mov-
ing from place to place, the tool may become
damaged if moved in this manner.
15. Always remove the battery cartridge from the
tool:
whenever leaving the tool unattended;
—
—
before clearing a blockage;
—
before checking, cleaning or working on
the tool;
—
whenever the tool starts vibrating
abnormally;
whenever transporting the tool.
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16. Always ensure that the ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
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