Product Description; Designated Use (01); Possible Foreseeable Misuse; Residual Dangers - AL-KO Solo MT 130 Instructions For Use Manual

Product description

2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The hedge trimmer attachment let's you remove
thin branches and new growth from hedges and
bushes comfortably and safely from the ground.
The eliminates the time-consuming and danger-
ous work on a ladder.
2.1

Designated use (01)

The hedge trimmer attachment may only be used
in interaction with the basic appliance. The whole
appliance is intended to remove thin branches
and new growth of hedges and bushes from the
ground. The user must stand firmly on the ground
(01).
The branches to be cut off should be not more
than 16 mm.
The basic appliance and attachments are intend-
ed solely for use in non-commercial applications.
Any other forms of use and unauthorised conver-
sions or modifications are regarded as contrary to
the intended use and will result in voiding of the
warranty as well as loss of conformity; the manu-
facturer will thus decline any responsibility for
damage and/or injury suffered by the user or third
parties.
2.2

Possible foreseeable misuse

■
Never push the hedge trimmer attachment
rapidly and with force through the branches
to be cut off. Adjust your work movements to
the speed of the attachment.
■
Never remove branches jammed in the cutter
bar when the attachment is running.
■
Do not operate the appliance standing on a
ladder.
■
Use only one shaft extension even if further
shaft extensions are available.
2.3

Residual dangers

Even during correct use of the appliance, there is
always a certain residual risk that cannot be ex-
cluded. Depending on the use, the following po-
tential risks can be derived from the type and
construction of the appliance:
■
Contact with falling branches and cut-off
branches flying around
■
Contact with branches under tension
■
Inhalation of cuttings particles if no breathing
protection is worn.
■
Cutting injuries on the cutter bar
■
Injuries caused by parts of the cutter bar
breaking off
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2.4

Safety and protective devices

Protective cover of the cutting blade
Before transport, the protective cover must be
pushed onto the cutting blade to avoid injuries to
persons and damage to objects.
2.5 Symbols on the hedge trimmer
attachment
Symbol Meaning
Pay special attention when handling
this appliance!
Minimum distance of 10 m to elec-
trical cables and live lines!
Read the operating instructions be-
fore starting operation!
Wear protective glasses and ear
defenders!
Wear safety boots!
Wear protective gloves!
Protect the appliance from rain and
moisture!
2.6

Product overview

No. Component
1 Coupling for shaft extension or basic ap-
pliance
2 Swivel joint
3 Unlocking lever for swivel joint
4 Cutting blade
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