Saw in sections
Trim long or thick branches before you make the final cut (see figure) .
C
B
A
c
b
a
Working safely
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Keep the appliance, the cutting mechanism and the chain guard (47)
in good condition to prevent injury .
■
If the appliance has been dropped, check for significant damage or
defects .
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Observe the specified working angle max . 60°±10° to ensure safe
working (see figure) .
max . 60°±10°
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Do not use the appliance while standing on a ladder or with unsteady
footing .
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Do not be tempted into making a poorly considered cut .
You could endanger yourself and others .
■
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance .
■
Change your working position regularly . Using the appliance for a long
time can lead to vibration-related circulation disorders of the hands .
You can extend the usage duration by using appropriate gloves or by
taking regular breaks . Note that any personal predisposition to poor
blood circulation, low external temperatures or large gripping forces
can reduce the usage period .
Transport
Use the protective cases (48/49) for transporting the appliance .
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■
To prevent injuries, ensure that the appliance cannot switch on during
transport (see figure) .
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Cleaning
Cleaning the engine unit
NOTE
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Clean the appliance thoroughly after every use .
■
Always switch off the appliance before cleaning and then disconnect
the spark plug connector
.
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Clean the appliance regularly with a damp cloth and a mild detergent .
Make sure that no water can penetrate into the interior of the appliance .
Cleaning the pole pruner
■
The pole pruner must be cleaned of sawdust at regular intervals .
♦
Remove the sprocket cover
.
♦
Remove the saw chain
from the blade
♦
Keep the saw chain
sharp and check the tension; check the oil level
and the oil supply .
Cleaning the hedge trimmer
♦
Check the hedge trimmer for loose screws on the cutter bar
tighten these if necessary .
♦
Remove stuck cuttings .
♦
Maintain the cutter bar
using an oil spray or an oil can .
and clean the guide rail
.
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