Texas HTE620 [8/12] Safety precautions

Safety precautions

When using this hedge trimmer, the safety instructions must be closely followed. Read this

manual carefully before starting the machine. Make sure that you know how to stop and

switch off the engine in case of accident. All instructions regarding safety and

maintenance of the machine are for yours own safety.

• A hedge trimmer must not be used for other work than as described in this manual.

• Only use original spare parts. Mounting of non-approved parts may lead to increased

risk and are therefore not legal. Any liability is renounced for accidents or other

damage that has happened due to the use of unauthorised parts.

• Before using the machine the dealer or other qualified person should instruct you in

the use of the machine.

• The person that use the machine is responsible to other persons in the work area.

Never use the machine when others, especially children or animals are near.

• Minors may not work the machine.

• The machine may only be lent to people who know how to work the machine. This

manual should follow the machine under all circumstances.

• The hedge trimmer may only be used by persons who are rested, well and fit. If the

work is tiring, frequent brakes should be made. Do not use the machine under

influence of alcohol.

• Always check before start, that all bolts and nuts are tigthened.

• This hedge trimmer is an electric product. It is therefore important, that it is never in

contact with water or is used in wet surroundings.

• Always wear eye protection when using the machine.

• Keep children and other persons at a distance of at least 5 metres from the work area.

• The hedge trimmer must always be turned off and the power supply disconnected

when:

(1) The extension cable is twisted or damaged.

(2) The machine is left unattended.