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F 016 L81 413 | (28.9.16) Bosch Power Tools
If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Keep extension cords away from
cutting elements.
Before using the machine and after
impact, check for signs of wear or
damage and repair if necessary.
Never operate the product when you
are tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Always wear long heavy trousers,
boots and gloves. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewellery, short trousers,
sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so
that it is above shoulder level to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
Wear safety eye protection and ear
defenders when operating the ma-
chine.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach.
Never work with this trimmer while
people, especially children or pets
are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
Wait until the cutting head has com-
pletely stopped before touching it.
The head continues to rotate after the
trimmer is switched off, the cutting
system can cause injury/damage.
Work only in daylight or in good artifi-
cial light.
Avoid operating the trimmer in bad
weather conditions especially when
there is a risk of lightning.
Operating the trimmer in wet grass
decreases the efficiency of perfor-
mance.
Switch off when transporting the
trimmer to and from the area to be
worked on.
Switch on the trimmer with hands
and feet well away from the rotating
line.
Do not put hands or feet near the cut-
ting system.
Never fit metal cutting elements to
this trimmer.
Inspect and maintain the trimmer
regularly.
Have the trimmer repaired only by an
authorized customer service agent.
Always ensure that the ventilation
slots are kept clear of debris.
Take care against injury from the
blade fitted for cutting the nylon line
length. After feeding line always re-
turn the trimmer to its horizontal op-
erating position before switching on.
Switch off and remove the plug from
the socket:
– whenever you leave the machine
unattended for any period
– before replacing the cutting lline
– if the cable is tangled
– before cleaning or working on the
trimmer
After use, disconnect the machine
from the mains and check for dam-
age.
Store the machine in a secure, dry
place out of the reach of children. Do
not place other objects on top of the
machine.
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