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The exhaust from this machine may contain
chemicals known by the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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The noise emitted from this machine may be
restricted to certain times by national or local
regulations.
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Minors should never be allowed to use this hedge
trimmer. Do not allow other persons near the hedge
trimmer when starting or cutting. Keep bystanders,
especially children, and animals out of the work area.
Keep bystanders, children, and animals a minimum of
50 feet (15m) from the work area.
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The person who use this hedge trimmer must be in
good physical condition and mental health, and not
under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Never use
this hedge trimmer when you are fatigued, sick, or
upset. If you feel tired, take a break.
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The components of this machine generate an
electromagnetic field during operation, which may
interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers
should consult with their physician and the
pacemaker manufacturer before operating this
machine. In the absence of such information,
CRAFTOP does not recommend the use of this
machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
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The owner of this machine is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their property.
CAUTION
Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration may result
in injury. Read and follow all safety and operation
instructions to minimize risk of injury. Failure to follow
instructions may result in painful wrist/hand/arm
injuries.
Raynaud’s Phenomenon may affect the fingers of
certain individual if a person is exposed to vibration and
cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling
and burning sensations, followed by loss of color and
numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are
strongly recommended:
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Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck,
hands, wrists, ankles and feet, ,.
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Maintain good blood circulation by performing
vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks.
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Limit the hours of operation, have a rest when you
feel tired or fatigued.
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If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling of
the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling,
consult your physician before continuing exposing
yourself to cold and vibration.
Overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers,
hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness,
swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in
those areas.
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Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended, or twisted
posture. Instead, try to maintain a straight wrist
position. Also, when grasping, use your whole hand,
not just the thumb and index finger.
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Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and let
your hands have a rest.
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Reduce the speed and force with which you do the
repetitive movement.
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Do exercise to strengthen your hands and arm
muscles.
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Immediately stop using the machine and other power
tools, and consult a doctor if you feel tingling,
numbness, or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists, or
arms.
DANGER
All over head electrical conductors and communications
wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This
machine is not insulated against electrical current.
Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise
serious injury or even death may result.
DANGER
Do not operate this machine indoors or in inadequately
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous
emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
Clothing and PPE
WARNING
Most hedge trimmer accidents happen when the cutting
blade touches the operator. You must wear proper
clothing and approved personal protective equipments
(PPE) whenever you use a hedge trimmer.
Wear proper clothing.
Clothing must be sturdy but allow
complete freedom of movement.
Wear snug-fitting clothing, an
overall and jacket combination, do
not wear a work coat.
Avoid clothing that could get caught
on branches or brush or moving
parts of the machine. Do not wear a
scarf, necktie or jewelry. Tie up and
confine long hair with a hair net,
cap, or hard hat for instance.
Wear eye, ear and head
protection.
Always wear appropriate personal
protective equipments for hedge
trimmer operation, inclusive of eye
protection, ear protection, and head
protection.
Face mask required.
Operators who are sensitive to dust
or other common airborne allergens
may need to wear a dust mask.
Dust masks can provide protection
against dust, plant debris, and other
plant matter such as pollen. Make
sure the mask does not impair your
vision, and replace the mask as
needed to prevent air restrictions.
