Stihl HSE 52 Instruction Manual page 7

It may be carried only in the horizontal
position. Grip the front handle and keep
the cutter blades behind you.
WARNING
Always release the trigger switch and
front handle switch lever, disconnect the
unit from the power supply and fit the
scabbard over the cutter blades before
transporting the power tool over long
distances. When transporting it in a
vehicle, properly secure it to prevent
turnover and damage to the unit.
Preparation for Use
WARNING
Never use a power tool that is damaged
or not properly maintained.
WARNING
Before connecting the hedge trimmer to
the power supply, always check it for
proper condition and operation,
including the trigger switch, front handle
switch lever, cutting blades with integral
blade guard and hand guard. The trigger
switch and front handle switch must both
move freely and always spring back to
the off position. Never attempt to tamper
with the switches or to modify the other
controls or safety devices.
HSE 52
WARNING
Inspect the power supply cord, plug and
extension cord before and after each
use for signs of damage or aging.
WARNING
Disconnect plug from the
power supply immedi -
ately if the cord is
damaged or cut. Inspect
the power supply cord,
plug, extension cord and
housing before use and
periodically during use. In
order to reduce the risk of
serious injury from elec -
trocution, never use your
hedge trimmer if the
power supply cord,
extension cord or plugs
are cut, cracked, worn or
damaged or if the hous -
ing is broken or cracked.
Disconnect the plug from
the power supply and
have a dealer replace a
damaged power supply
cord and/or repair a bro -
ken or cracked housing.
Immediately replace any
damaged extension
cords.
WARNING
Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a
mechanical sprocket brake designed to
bring the cutting blades immediately to a
stop when one or both switches are
released. To reduce the risk of cut
injuries, do not operate your hedge
trimmer if the cutting blades do not stop
immediately. Have your unit repaired by
a servicing STIHL dealer.
WARNING
Keep the handles clean and dry at all
times; it is particularly important to keep
them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease
or resin in order for you to maintain a firm
grip and properly control your power
tool.
WARNING
The cutting tool must be properly
tightened and in safe operating
condition. Inspect for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent,
warped or damaged blades. Regularly
check the condition and tightness of the
cutting blades – with the hedge trimmer
disconnected from the power supply!
Replace damaged cutting blades before
using the power tool again. Always keep
blades sharp.
STIHL recommends that you always
spray the cutting blades with STIHL
resin solvent before connecting the
hedge trimmer to the power supply! You
can obtain this protective spray from
your dealer. Apply generously.
During Operation
Dual Switch System
Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a
dual switch system for two-handed
operation. It has a trigger switch on the
rear handle as well as a front handle
switch lever. It is designed so that the
cutting blades will only engage if both
switches are simultaneously in the
depressed position.
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