Maintenance - Ferm HTM1010 Original Instructions Manual

You may not use the hedge trimmer
without the protection guard.
Always use both hands to hold the
hedge trimmer and keep it away from
your own body.
Using your hedge trimmer
• For your own safety and for best results read the
following user advice and do not use this product
for anything other than its intended purpose.
• This hedge trimmer is made for cutting hedges
and bushes. All other use that is not specifically
allowed in this manual mat lead to manage to
the hedge trimmer or injury to the user.
Switching on and off
Fig. A
• To switch the trimmer on, press the safety switch
(6) and the start switch (1) at the same time.
• To switch off, release one or both switches.
Trimming a hedge - best method
• Apart from hedges the hedge trimmer may
also be used for cutting bushes.
• The best cutting effect is achieved when holding
the blade at an angle to the of approx. 15°.
• The opposite rotating knives cut on both sides,
and it is therefore possible to trim the hedge in
both directions.
• The side of the hedge are trimmed using
curved shaped movements from the bottom
and upwards.
• Ideally a hedge should be wider at the
bottom than the top. This will improve light
penetration, keeping the hedge healthy. If
possible, trim both sides of the hedge.
• When trimming the sides of the hedge, trim
from the bottom upwards. This will ensure
there are no hedge trimmings obscuring or
interfering with your cut strokes. The blade
should not be forced to cut too deep. Cut
lightly through the surface of the hedge.
• When trimming the top of the hedge, trim away
from you but do not over-reach. It is much
wiser and safer to move along and cut within
your reach remaining on two feet at all times.
Safety transport
The hedge trimmer has a transport protection
Cover (10) for save transportation of the machine.

5. MAINTENANCE

Before cleaning and maintenance, always
switch off the machine and remove the
battery pack from the machine.
Clean the machine casings regularly with a soft
cloth, preferably after each use. Make sure that
the ventilation openings are free of dust and
dirt. Remove very persistent dirt using a soft
cloth moistened with soapsuds. Do not use any
solvents such as gasoline, alcohol, ammonia,
etc. Chemicals such as these will damage the
synthetic components.
Cutting blade
• Always wear gloves when handling or cleaning
the cutting blade.
• Clean the cutting blade and spray with a
protective oil after every use. We recommend
lubricating the cutting blade with protective
oil at regular intervals during long working
periods.
• Visually inspect the condition of the cutting
blade Check that the screws are firmly seated
in the cutter bar.
• Ensure that the blade guard is fitted on the
machine.
Storage
The hedge trimmer should be kept in a safe, dry
place, well out of the reach of children. Do not
place other objects on top of it.
ENVIRONMENT
The crossed out wheelie bin symbol
means that this product shall not be
disposed of with normal household
waste. Electronic and Electrical
Equipment not included in the selective
sorting process are potentially
dangerous for the environment and
human health due to the presence of
hazardous substances. Please dispose
of responsibly at an approved waste or
recycling facility.
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