Functional Description - Dolmar HT-43 Owner's And Safety Manual

12. Before starting work check to make sure that the
trimmer is in good and safe working order. Ensure
guards are fitted properly. Check cable for
damage before starting work and replace if
necessary. The hedge trimmer must not be used
unless fully assembled.
13. Keep cable away from the cutting area. Always
work in such a way that the extension power cord
is behind you.
14. Remove plug from the mains immediately if cable
is damaged or cut.
15. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
16. Hold the tool firmly when using the tool.
17. Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily.
18. Immediately switch off the motor and unplug the
mains plug if the cutter should come into contact
with a fence or other hard object. Check the
cutter for damage, and if damaged repair
immediately.
19. Before checking the cutter, taking care of faults,
or removing material caught in the cutter, always
switch off the trimmer and unplug the mains plug.
20. Switch off the trimmer and disconnect and secure
the mains plug before doing any maintenance
work.
21. When moving the hedge trimmer to another
location, including during work, always unplug the
mains plug and put the blade cover on the cutter
blades. Never carry or transport the trimmer with
the cutter running. Never grasp the cutter with
your hands.
22. Clean the hedge trimmer and especially the cutter
after use, and before putting the trimmer into
storage for extended periods. Lightly oil the cutter
and put on the cover. The cover supplied with the
unit can be hung on the wall, providing a safe and
practical way to store the hedge trimmer.
23. Store the hedge trimmer with the cover on, in a
dry room. Keep it out of reach of children. Never
store the trimmer outdoors.
24. Do not operate
unnecessarily.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.
the tool at no-load

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before adjusting or checking function
on the tool.
Put the blade cover on the shear blades before
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adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Switch action
Fig.1
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a triple
switching system. To turn on the tool, press switch
trigger B and press switch trigger A or C at the same
time. Release either one of the two pressed switch
triggers to turn off. The sequence of switching is
unimportant as the tool only starts when both switches
are activated.
Straight cut
Fig.2
To trim the hedge straight, pull switch triggers A and B.
Vertical cut
Fig.3
Cut upwards with both hands pull the switch triggers B
and C and move it in front of your body.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Engage the extension cord
CAUTION:
Make sure that the extension cord is unplugged to
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the mains outlet.
Fig.4
When engaging the extension cord, secure it to the
tool's cord with the hook complete. Attach the hook
about 100 - 200 mm from the extension cord connector.
This will help prevent unintentional disconnection.
Waist cord hook
CAUTION:
Do not attach the holder of waist cord hook to
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other than the extension cord. Do not attach it in a
position closer to the tool beyond the hook
complete. Failure to do so may cause an accident
or personal injury.
Attach firmly one hook of the hook complete to the
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tool's cord and the other hook of hook complete to
the extension cord. Working with the tool with a
sole hook only attached may cause an accident
and injury.
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