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S Avoidunintentionalstartingoftheunit.Nev-
er carry unit with your finger on the trigger
switch.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING: Avoid a dangerous envi-
ronmen t. To reduce the risk o f electrical shock,
do not use on wet hedges or shrubbery. Do not
use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around
swimmingpools,hottubs, e tc. Donot exposeto
snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of
electrical shock.
S Only use the charger pr ovided with your
unitwhenchargingthebattery pack. Useof
any other charger could permanently dam-
age the battery pack and the hedge trim-
mer.
S Usecharger withstandard householdelec-
trical o utlets only (120 volt). Do not abuse
the charger or charger cord. Never carry
theunit bythe charger cord oryank cordto
disconnect from r eceptacle. Donot usethe
charger if t he charger or charger cord is
damaged.
S Use the charger indoors only.
S Store and charge this unit in a dry location
and out of the reach o f children.
S Avoid dangerous situations. Do notcharge
thebattery pack oruse theunitin anexplo-
sive orcorrosive environment. Avoidareas
where flamm ableliquidsorgases arepres-
enttoavoidcreatingafireor explosionand/
or causing damage to unit.
S Do not attempt to repair unit, battery pack or
charger . Inspect insulation andconnectors on
the unit andcharger before each use. If there
is any damage,donot use untildamage is re-
paired by your authorized service dealer .
S Donotinsertany objectintothemotorarea.
S Battery-powered units do not have to be
plugged into an electrical o utlet to operate;
therefore, they are always in operating condi-
tion. Be aware of possible hazards when you
are not using your battery-powered unit.
S Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local code
for proper disposal. Do not open or mutilate
the battery pack. Released electrolyte is cor-
rosive and may cause damage t othe eyes or
skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
S When handling batteries, take care n ot to
short t he battery pack withconductingmateri-
als such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The
battery pack or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.
S Do not use the unit if the switch levers do not
turn theuniton andof fproperly.Repairs tothe
switch levers must be made by your autho-
rized service dealer .
S Remove battery pack from unit before ser-
vicing, cleaning or storing.
S Never i mm erseany part o ftheunit or char-
ger into any liquid.
S Inspect charger cord periodically and if
damaged, have it repaired or replaced by
an authorized service dealer.
S Disconnect charger from receptacle when
not in use to reduce the risk of electric
shock or serious personal injury.
UNIT SAFETY
S Inspect unit before use. Damaged parts
mustberepairedor replacedbyyourautho-
rized service dealer.
S Inspect entire unit, including blade and
handguard, before each use. H ave dam-
agedpartsrepairedor replacedby yourau-
thorized service dealer. Make sure all han-
dles,guards,andfasteners areinplaceand
securely fastened.
S Before using the unit, have your service
dealer replace blades or parts that are
cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in
any ot her way. Throw away damaged or
bent blades.
S Use only WEED EATER blades and other
replacement parts and a ccessories as re-
commended.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect area t o be
trimmed before each use. Remove objects
(ro cks, b r o ke n glass, nail s, wire, string , et c.)
which can wrap around or be thrown by blades
or otherwise cause injury or damage during op-
eration.
S Do not use hedge trimmer without hand-
guard attached.
S Don’t force unit; it will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the
rate for which it was de signed.
S Keep children away. K eepothers including
children, animals, bystanders and helpers
at least 3 0 feet (10 meters) away from the
work area. Stop the unit immediately if you
are approached.
S Always keep unit in front of your body. Hold
handles firmly with both hands.
S Don’t overreach o r stand on unstable sup-
port such as ladders, stools, truck beds,
etc. Keep firm foot ing and balance a t all
times.
S Do not ra ise unit above your shoulders.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
blades.
S Use unit properly . Use only for jobs ex-
plained in this m anual.
S Useonlyindaylightoringoodartificiallight.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Remove battery pack
from unit before performing maintenance.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures.
S Have all service and maintenance not ex-
plained inthis manual performed by anau-
thorized service dealer to avoid creating a
hazard.
S Never douse or squirt the unit or charger
with water or any other liquid. Clean unit
and labels with adamp sponge. Keep han-
dles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease.
S Keep the blades and air vents clean and
free of debris to avoid overheating the mo-
tor. Clean after each use.