User manual ATIKA HS 710

[. . . ] After unpacking, check the contents of the box That it is complete Check for possible transport damage Report any damage or missing items to your dealer, supplier or the manufacturer immediately. The hedge shears is only intended for the private use in the house and hobby garden. As hedge shears for the private house and hobby garden are considered such devices that are not applied in public facilities, parks, and sports facilities as well as in the agriculture and silviculture. The device shall not be used for cutting grass, grass borders or in order to chop for composting. [. . . ] Do not allow other persons, especially children, to touch the tool or cable. Only operate the machine with complete and correctly attached safety equipment and do not alter anything on the machine that could impair the safety. Do not use any knives which do not comply with the indicated characteristics of this instruction manual. The use of other tools and other accessories can signify a risk of injury for you Switch the machine off and remove the mains plug from the socket when - carrying out repair works - carrying out servicing and repair works, removal of faults (including blocking of knives) 13 Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the relevant safety regulations are complied with due to the design determined by the intended purpose. Residual risks can be minimised if the "Safety information" and the "Intended usage" as well as the whole of the operating instructions are observed. Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment. Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for longer periods of time without ear protection. In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken, non-obvious residual risks can still exist. - Transport and storage - Leaving of hedge trimmer (even during short interruptions) Maintain your hedge trimmer with care: - Keep the tools sharp and clean to be able to work better and more safely - Keep handles dry and free of oils and grease. - Follow the servicing instructions Check the machine for possible damage: - Before continuing to use the machine, the protective devices must be inspected to ensure that they work perfectly and with their intended function - Check whether the movable parts function perfectly and do not stick or whether the parts are damaged. All parts must be correctly installed and fulfil all conditions to ensure perfect operation of the hedge trimmer - Damaged guards and parts must be properly repaired or exchanged by a recognized, specialist workshop; insofar as nothing else is stated in the instructions for use. - Damaged or illegible safety warning labels should be replaced immediately. Before switching on, check always that wrenches and adjusting tools are removed. Store the unused machine in a dry locked place away from the reach of children. Repairs to other parts of the machine must be carried out by the manufacturer or one of his customer service points. Use only original spare parts, accessories and special accessory parts. Accidents can arise for the user through the use of other spare parts. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage or injury resulting from such action. Use connection cable or extension cable respectively with a cross section of at least 1, 5 mm². In order to prevent an unintended loosening of the connection assembly put the extension cable as noose through the opening on the rear handhold and put it over the cable mounting. Design of the connection cable according to IEC 60245 (H 07 RN-F) with a core cross-profile section of at least - 1. When taking the connecting line take care that it does not disturb, is not squeezed, bended and the connection assembly does not get wet. [. . . ] If persons who have blood circulation problems are too often exposed to vibrations damages to the nervous system or to blood vessels may occur. You can reduce vibrations - by thick and warm working gloves, - shorter working time (have longer breaks). See a doctor if your fingers swell, you don't feel well or your fingers become numb. Ensure that you always comply with the safety Instructions given on p. [. . . ]