Makita UH4261 Instruction Manual

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3ENH021-6For European countries onlyEC Declaration of ConformityWe Makita Corporation as the responsiblemanufacturer declare that the following Makitamachine(s):Designation of Machine:Hedge TrimmerModel No./ Type: UH4261, UH4861, UH5261Specifications: see "SPECIFICATIONS" table.are of series production andConforms to the following European Directives:2000/14/EC, 2006/42/ECAnd are manufactured in accordance with the followingstandards or standardised documents:EN60745The technical documentation is kept by our authorisedrepresentative in Europe who is:Makita International Europe Ltd.Michigan Drive, Tongwell,Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, EnglandThe conformity assessment procedure required byDirective 2000/14/EC was in Accordance with annex V.Measured Sound Power Level: 93dB (A)Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 96dB (A)23.07.2010000230Tomoyasu KatoDirectorMakita Corporation3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,Anjo, Aichi, 446-8502, JAPANGEA005-3General Power Tool SafetyWarningsWARNING Read all safety warnings and allinstructions. Failure to follow the warnings andinstructions may result in electric shock, fire and/orserious injury.Save all warnings andinstructions for future reference.The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to yourmains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated(cordless) power tool.Work area safety1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered ordark areas invite accidents.2. Do not operate power tools in explosiveatmospheres, such as in the presence offlammable liquids, gases or dust. Power toolscreate sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.3. Keep children and bystanders away whileoperating a power tool. Distractions can causeyou to lose control.Electrical safety4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Nevermodify the plug in any way. Do not use anyadapter plugs with earthed (grounded) powertools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets willreduce risk of electric shock.5. Avoid body contact with earthed or groundedsurfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges andrefrigerators. There is an increased risk ofelectric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wetconditions. Water entering a power tool willincrease the risk of electric shock.7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord forcarrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges ormoving parts. Damaged or entangled cordsincrease the risk of electric shock.8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use anextension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use ofa cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk ofelectric shock.9. If operating a power tool in a damp location isunavoidable, use a residual current device(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reducesthe risk of electric shock.10. Use of power supply via a RCD with a ratedresidual current of 30mA or less is alwaysrecommended.Personal safety11. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and usecommon sense when operating a power tool.Do not use a power tool while you are tired orunder the influence of drugs, alcohol ormedication. A moment of inattention whileoperating power tools may result in seriouspersonal injury.12. Use personal protective equipment. Alwayswear eye protection. Protective equipment suchas dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, orhearing protection used for appropriate conditionswill reduce personal injuries.13. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure theswitch is in the off-position before connectingto power source and/or battery pack, pickingup or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools withyour finger on the switch or energising power toolsthat have the switch on invites accidents.