Instruction Manual

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b) Donotusethepowertooliftheswitchdoesnotturn
itonandoff. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnecttheplugfromthepowersourceand/or
thebatterypackfromthepowertoolbeforemaking
anyadjustments,changingaccessories,orstoring
powertools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Storeidlepowertoolsoutofthereachofchildren
anddonotallowpersonsunfamiliarwiththepower
toolortheseinstructionstooperatethepowertool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e) Maintainpowertools.Checkformisalignmentor
bindingofmovingparts,breakageofpartsandany
otherconditionthatmayaffectthepowertool’s
operation.Ifdamaged,havethepowertoolrepaired
beforeuse. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f) Keepcuttingtoolssharpandclean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Usethepowertool,accessoriesandtoolbitsetc.,in
accordancewiththeseinstructions,takinginto
accounttheworkingconditionsandtheworktobe
performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Rechargeonlywiththechargerspecifiedbythe
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of re when used with
another battery pack.
b) Usepowertoolsonlywithspecificallydesignated
batterypacks. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and re.
c) Whenbatterypackisnotinuse,keepitawayfrom
othermetalobjectslikepaperclips,coins,keys,
nails,screws,orothersmallmetalobjectsthatcan
makeaconnectionfromoneterminaltoanother.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a re.
d) Underabusiveconditions,liquidmaybeejected
fromthebattery;avoidcontact.Ifcontact
accidentallyoccurs,flushwithwater.Ifliquid
contactseyes,additionallyseekmedicalhelp. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
6) SERVICE
a) Haveyourpowertoolservicedbyaqualifiedrepair
personusingonlyidenticalreplacementparts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SPECIFICSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSFORCORDLESS
SHRUB/GRASS SHEARS
GENERAL
• This tool is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the tool by a person responsible for
their safety
• Ensure that children do not play with the tool
• Only use the tool in daylight or with appropriate articial
lighting
• Do not trim hedges when they are wet
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting blade,
especially when switching on the tool
• Never operate the tool in the direct vicinity of persons
(especially children) and animals
• The user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property
BEFORE USE
• Before using the tool for the rst time, it is recommended
to receive practical information
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the charger
• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and, in
case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a
qualied person; never open the tool yourself
• Before use, thoroughly inspect the cutting area and
remove all foreign objects that could be entangled in the
cutting blades (such as stones, nails, wire fences, metal
plant supports)
DURING USE
• Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, close-tting
clothes and hair protection (for long hair)
• Always wear long trousers, long sleeves and sturdy
shoes when operating the tool
• Take a secure stance when working (do not overreach,
especially when using steps or a ladder)
• Holdthepowertoolbytheinsulatedgripping
surfacesonly,becausethecuttingbladesmay
contacthiddenwiringoritsowncord (cutting blades
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock)
• Keepthe(extension)cordawayfromthecutting
area (during operation the cord may be hidden in shrubs
and can be accidentally cut by the blades)
• Keepallpartsofthebodyawayfromthecutting
blades,donotremovecutmaterialorholdmaterial
tobecutwhenbladesaremoving,andmakesure
theswitchisoffwhenclearingjammedmaterial (a
moment of inattention while operating the tool may result
in serious personal injury)
• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch o the tool or unplug charger from
power source
AFTER USE
• Carrythetoolbythehandlewiththecuttingblades
stoppedand,whentransportingorstoringthetool,
alwaysmountthebladecover (proper handling of the
tool will reduce possible personal injury from the cutting
blades)
CHARGING/BATTERIES
• Charge battery only with the charger that is supplied with
the tool
• Do not charge battery in damp or wet environments
• Do not expose tool/charger to rain
• Store tool/charger in locations where temperature will not
exceed 40°C or drop below 0°C
• Do not use charger when damaged; take it to one of the
ocially registered SKIL Service Stations for a safety
check