Safety Instructions. EGO ME0800, ME0801

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate it.

IPX4

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kg lb

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read &

Understand

Operator's

Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.

Recycle Symbols

This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries.

Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.

Ingress Protection

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Volt

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Centimeter

Inch

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Direct Current

Protection from splashing water

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Weight

Type or a characteristic of current

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

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DANGER!

Do not rely on the tool’s insulation against electric shock. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate the tool in the vicinity of any wires or cables which may carry electric current.

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CAUTION!

Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

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Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.

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Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a distance away from work area.

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Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

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Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

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Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.

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Don’t Force Appliance - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

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Don’t Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

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Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the appliance when you are tired.

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Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place with the battery pack removed - out of reach of children.

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Maintain Appliance with Care - Keep the appliance clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

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Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other

56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION POWER HEAD—PH1400

part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

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Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.

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Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:

BATTERY PACK CHARGER

BA1120, BA1400, BA2240,

BA2800, BA4200

CH2100

CH5500

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This 56V power head PH1400 may be used with only the following EGO attachments:

ATTACHMENT TYPE

Extension Pole

Edger

String Trimmer

Pole Saw

MODEL NUMBER

EP7500

EA0800

STA1500

PSA1000

Hedge Trimmer HTA2000

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Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

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Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

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Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

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Replacement Parts - When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement parts.

Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.

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Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing maintenance or service.

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Remove or disconnect the battery pack before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the appliance.

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