12 ENGLISHNoiseThe typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-ing to ISO22868(ISO11680-1):Sound pressure level (LpA ) : 90 dB (A)Sound power level (LWA ) : 105 dB (A)Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB (A)NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) hasbeen measured in accordance with a standard testmethod and may be used for comparing one tool withanother.NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)may also be used in a preliminary assessment ofexposure.WARNING: Wear ear protection.WARNING: The noise emission during actualuse of the power tool can differ from the declaredvalue(s) depending on the ways in which thetool is used especially what kind of workpiece isprocessed.WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-sures to protect the operator that are based on anestimation of exposure in the actual conditions ofuse (taking account of all parts of the operatingcycle such as the times when the tool is switchedoff and when it is running idle in addition to thetrigger time).VibrationLeft handle (Front grip) Right handle (Rear grip) Applicable standardah (m/s2) Uncertainty K (m/s2) ah (m/s2) Uncertainty K (m/s2)2.5 1.5 3.1 1.5 ISO22867(ISO11680-1)NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been measured in accordance with a standard test method andmay be used for comparing one tool with another.NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.WARNING: The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declaredvalue(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimationof exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as thetimes when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).EC Declaration of ConformityFor European countries onlyThe EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex Ato this instruction manual.SAFETY WARNINGSGeneral power tool safety warningsWARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-tions, illustrations and specifications providedwith this power tool. Failure to follow all instructionslisted below may result in electric shock, fire and/orserious injury.Save all warnings and instruc-tions for future reference.The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to yourmains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated(cordless) power tool.Cordless Telescopic Pole SawSafety WarningsGeneral precautions1. Before starting the tool, read this instruction man-ual to become familiar with the handling of the tool.2. Do not lend the tool to a person with insuffi-cient experience or knowledge regarding han-dling of the tool.3. When lending the tool, always attach thisinstruction manual.4. Do not allow children or young persons under18 years old to use the tool. Keep them awayfrom the tool.5. Handle the tool with the utmost care andattention.6. Never use the tool after consuming alcohol ordrugs, or if feeling tired or ill.7. Never attempt to modify the tool.8. Do not use the tool in bad weather conditions,especially when there is a risk of lightning.This decreases the risk of being struck bylightning.9. National regulations may restrict of the use ofthe tool. Follow the regulations about handlingof the tool in your country.Personal protective equipment1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles andprotective gloves to protect yourself fromflying debris or falling objects.