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tions must be connected to a Power Circuit Breaker.
Securing the power supply cable (Fig. 5)
Only use cables (extension fl ex) that are approved for
outdoor use. The cable diameter must be equal to or bigger
than 1.5mm² for cable lengths up to 75m.
Extension fl exes with a length of more than 30m reduce
the machine's output.
6. Instructions for use of the equipment
Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet
hedges!
Check the hedge trimmer fl ex and its connections
before each and every use for visible signs of damage
(disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a faulty fl ex.
Gloves:
Protective gloves must be worn when using the
hedge trimmer.
7. Switching the hedge shears on/off
When switching the hedge shears on take a safe stand.
These hedge shears have a two-hand safety switch. To
switch the hedge shears on the bar switch in the handle
(A) and the grip switch of the bow-type handle (B) must
be pushed down. To switch the device off let go of both
switches. The motor already stops if one of the two switches
is released.
8. Maintenance
Always disconnect the plug from the power socket
before commencing any work on the machine.
Important: Always clean and oil the blades after pro-
longed use of the hedge trimmer. This will greatly affect
the life of the equipment. Damaged cutting units must be
properly repaired immediately.
with a dry cloth or – in case of heavier dirt – with a brush.
Attention: Danger of
injury!Oiling of the blades should
ideally be carried out using an environmentally friendly
lubricant (Fig. 6).
Sharpening of the blades
The blades generally do not need servicing and do not
require resharpening if used correctly. In order to prevent
injuries caused by the blades when not in use, the sharp-
ened cutting blade should be covered by the blade cover
(Fig. 4). The blades cannot be sharpened by the user
without opening the equipment and the safety mecha-
nism. Resharpening of the blades can therefore only be
carried out at a specialist workshop.
Changing the blades
Only correct installation of the blades will guarantee problem-
free operation and function of the above mentioned safety
feature of the blades. Changing of the blades should therefore
only be carried out at a specialist workshop.
9. Holding the hedge trimmer when in use
This equipment will enable you to cut or trim bushes and
hedges easily and comfortably.
Trimming of hedges
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Young shoots are best cut in a scythe move ment.
(Fig.3)
Clean the shearing blades
(Fig. 7)
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Older and stronger hedges are best cut in a sawing
movement.
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Branches, which are too thick for the hedge trimmer,
should be cut with a saw.
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Sides of hedges should be cut upwards in a taper.
In order to achieve an even height
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Fix a guide line at the required height.
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Cut evenly over this guide line.
Expanded working height: If you want to reach higher or if
you to above your head's height (see Fig. 8), you should take
care of the following:
Attention: Take care to have a secure and safe standing
position when working with your hedge shears in order
to avoid slipping and injury. Always keep the shearing
blades away from your body.
10. Optimum safety
The 5 special features two-hand safety switch, quick
blade stop, protective cover, blade safety rail and
impact protector are fi tted to provide the hedge trim-
mer with optimum safety features.
Attention!
If you fi nd 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 specialised shop for repairing.
Two-hand safety switch (Fig. 3)
To switch on the hedge trimmer one of the switch bars
on the hand grip (A or B) and the switch on the bow-type
handle (C) must be held down. If one of the switches
is released, the shearing blades will stop after ca. 0.2
seconds.
Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will stop in
max. 0.2 sec. when one of the two switches is released.
Blade safety rail (Fig. 4)
The cutting blade set back from the blade housing reduces
the risk of injuries due to unintentional body contact. As
soon as the hedge trimmer is switched off, the sharp cut-
ting blades will stop - due to safety reasons - exactly under
the cover rail in order to reduce the risk of injuries during
transport.
Impact protector (Fig. 9)
The extended guide rail prevents unpleasant shocks
(blade recoil) being transmitted to the operator due to
impact with solid objects (wall, ground etc.).
Gear protection feature
If solid objecst are caught in the cutting blade and jam
the motor, switch off the machine at once, disconnect the
power plug from the power socket, remove the object
and continue with the work.
The equipment is also fi tted with an overload cutout,
which protects the gears against mechanical damage in
the event of blade jams.
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