Operation; Trimming Instructions - Westinghouse HTB20 User Manual

OPERATION

ASSEMBLY OF THE PROTECTION SHIELD
SWITCH
To switch on the hedge shears, press the bar switch in the handle and the grip switch on the wrap-
around handle must be pushed down. To switch off the device, let go of both switches. The motor
already stops if one of the two switches is released.
WARNING: Never attempt to lock a switch in the ON position.
DANGER: If you find out that safety functions, such as the 2-switch mechanism or the safety stop,
are not functioning while working with the hedge shears, immediately cease working and take the
machine to a service center for repairing.

TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS

1. WORKING POSITION – Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach. Wear safety
goggles, nonskid footwear when trimming. Hold the unit firmly in both hands and turn the unit
ON. Always hold the trimmer, as shown with one hand on the switch handle and one hand on the
wrap around handle. Never hold the unit by the blade guard.
2. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH – A wide, sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeth through the
twigs is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the blade, in the direction of motion gives the
best cutting.
CAUTION: Do not cut stems greater than 3/4 inch (19mm). Use the trimmer only for cutting
normal shrubbery around houses and buildings.
3. LEVEL HEDGES – To obtain exceptionally level hedges a piece of string can be stretched along
the length of the hedge as a guide.
4. SIDE TRIMMING HEDGES – Hold the trimmer as shown and begin at the bottom and sweep up.
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