Manual Makita EN4951SH Hedgecutter

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General Instructions

- Before usage, carefully read this manual and thoroughly familiarize yourself with

how to correctly handle the pole hedge trimmer. THIS EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE

SERIOUS INJURY IF USED IMPROPERLY!

- Always provide detailed instructions on how to correctly use the pole hedge

trimmer when lending the equipment to another person. Make sure that the

instruction manual is handed over together with the pole hedge trimmer.

- First-time users should ask their dealer for basic instructions on the correct

handling of the pole hedge trimmer.

- Store this manual in a location where it is easily accessible for quick reference.

- Do not allow persons under the age of 18 to operate the pole hedge trimmer.

Individuals over 16 years old, however, may use the pole hedge trimmer for

training purposes if under the constant supervision of an adult familiar with the

operation of the pole hedge trimmer.

- Always use the pole hedge trimmer with the utmost care and attention.

- Never attempt to modify the equipment.

- Follow the regulations about handling of pole hedge trimmers in your country.

- Serious injury may result if the pole hedge trimmer is used in the following

circumstances. Do not use the pole hedge trimmer:

 When feeling tired or ill.

 After consumption of alcohol and/or medication.

 At night or in poor lighting conditions.

 During pregnancy.

Intended use

- This pole hedge trimmer has been designed for the sole purpose of trimming

hedges and bushes. Do not use the pole hedge trimmer for any other purposes.

Personal protective equipment

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Do not wear clothing or jewelry that could get entangled in underbrush or in the

machine.

- For adequate protection against injuries to head, eyes, feet, hands, as well as

hearing impairment, the following protective equipment and clothing must be

used when working with the pole hedge trimmer.

- To prevent injury to the head or the eyes, always wear a protective helmet (1)

with goggles or a visor (2).

- To avoid hearing impairment, wear adequate ear defenders (3) at all times.

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- Always wear rugged, leather working gloves (5) when operating the pole hedge

trimmer.

- When using the pole hedge trimmer, always wear sturdy shoes (6) with a non-slip

sole. Special work shoes ensure good footing and protect against injury.

- When touching blades or blade unit, wear protective gloves. Blades can cut bare

hands severely.

Work area safety

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DANGER: Keep the pole hedge trimmer away from electric lines and

communication cables. Touching or approaching high-voltage lines with pole

hedge trimmer can result in death or serious injury. Watch power lines and

electrical fences around the work area before starting operation.

- Start and operate the engine only outdoors in a well ventilated area. Operation

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carbon monoxide poisoning.

- During operation, keep bystanders, in particular children, or animals at least

15 m away from the pole hedge trimmer. Stop the engine as soon as someone

approaches.

- Before operation, examine the work area for wire fences, stones, or other solid

objects. They can damage the blades.

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WARNING: Use of this product can create dust containing chemicals which

may cause respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of these chemicals

are compounds found in pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides. Your

risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of

work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area,

and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are

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