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4.
Do not use the tool in the rain or in wet or
very damp conditions. The electric motor is not
waterproof.
5.
Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
6.
Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily.
Immediately switch off the tool and remove the
7.
battery cartridge if the shear blades should
come into contact with a fence or other hard
object. Check the blades for damage, and if
damaged, replace the blades immediately.
8.
Before checking the shear blades, taking care
of faults, or removing material caught in the
shear blades, always switch off the tool and
remove the battery cartridge.
9.
Never point the shear blades to yourself or others.
10. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of
foreign objects between the blades during
operation, switch off the tool and remove the
battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign
objects using tools such as pliers. Removing
the foreign objects by hand may cause an injury
for the reason that the blades may move in reac-
tion to removing the foreign objects.
Electrical and battery safety
1.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
2.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
3.
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.
4.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
5.
Do not charge the battery outdoors.
6.
Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
Maintenance and storage
1.
Switch off the tool and remove the battery
cartridge before doing any maintenance work.
2.
When moving the tool to another location,
including during work, always remove the
battery cartridge and put the blade cover on
the shear blades. Never carry or transport the
tool with the blades running. Never grasp the
blades with your hands.
Clean the tool and especially the shear blades
3.
after use, and before putting the tool into stor-
age for extended periods. Lightly oil the blades
and put on the blade cover.
Store the tool with the blade cover on, in a dry
4.
room. Keep it out of reach of children. Never
store the tool outdoors.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The
5.
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released
6.
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to
the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
7.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
1.
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2.
Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery
cartridge. It may result in a fire, excessive heat,
or explosion.
3.
If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4.
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
(1)
ductive material.
(2)
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3)
Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
flow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
6.
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
7.
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
8.
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a
fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
Do not use a damaged battery.
9.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
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