Manual Makita DUM166 (page 10 of 29) (English, German)

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Intended use ENE015-1

The tool is intended for cutting lawn edges or sprouts.

CORDLESS GRASS SHEAR

SAFETY WARNINGS GEB070-2

WARNING! IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY all

safety warnings and all instructions BEFORE USE.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result

in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and

instructions for future reference.

General instructions

1. To ensure correct operation, user has to read this

instruction manual to make himself familiar with the

handling of the equipment. Users insufficiently

informed will risk danger to themselves as well as

others due to improper handling.

2. Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions,

people (including children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience

and knowledge to use the equipment. Local

regulations can restrict the age of the operator.

3. Use the equipment with the utmost care and attention.

4. Operate the equipment only if you are in good physical

condition. Perform all work calmly and carefully. Use

common sense and keep in mind that the operator or

user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring

to other people or their property.

5. Never operate the machine while people, especially

children, or pets are nearby.

6. Never use the equipment after consumption of alcohol

or drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.

7. The motor is to be switched off immediately in case

that the equipment shows any problem or abnormal

sign.

8. Switch off and remove the battery cartridge when

resting and when leaving the equipment unattended,

and place it in a safe location to prevent danger to

others or damage to the equipment.

9. Don’t force the equipment. it will do the job better and

with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for

which it was designed.

10. Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times.

Personal protective equipment

1. Dress Properly. The clothing worn should be

functional and appropriate, i.e. it should be tight-fitting

but not cause hindrance. Do not wear either jewelry or

clothing which could become entangled. Wear

protective hair covering to contain long hair.

2. Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all times while

operating the machine.

Electrical and battery safety

1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don’t use the

equipment in damp or wet locations or expose it to

rain. Water entering an equipment will increase the

risk of electric shock.

2. 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 fire when used with

another battery pack.

3. Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may

create a risk of injury and fire.

4. 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 fire.

5. 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. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The cell

may explode. Check with local codes for possible

special disposal instructions.

7. 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.

Starting up the equipment

1. Make sure that there are no children or other people

nearby, also pay attention to any animals in the

working vicinity. Otherwise stop using the equipment.

2. Before use always check that the equipment is safe

for operation. Check the security of the cutting tool

and the guard and the switch trigger/lever for easy and

proper action. Check for clean and dry handles and

test the function of the start/stop.

3. Check damaged parts before further use of the

equipment. 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 our authorized service center

unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

4. Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are

away from the cutting tool.

5. Before starting make sure that the cutting tool has no

contact with any objects.

Method of operation

1. Only use the equipment 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

cutting tool.

3. Never stand on a ladder and run the equipment.

4. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting operation

with the equipment.

5. Never work on unstable surfaces.

6. Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within the

working range. Foreign particles may damage the

cutting tool and can cause dangerous kick-backs.

7. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard objects,

immediately switch off the motor and inspect the

cutting tool.

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