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squeeze the two parts of the bow-type handle.To fasten
the bow-type handle screw the two included screws
through the openings in the handle into the threaded
holes of the housing and fasten them tightly.
Protection shield (Fig. 2)
If screws are fastened to the bottom plate, remove these.
Fasten the hand protector with the two included screws to
the bottom plate.
Power connection
The machine can only be connected to a single-phase
a.c. current connection. The machine is protectively
insulated in accordance with classification II of VDE
0740. Before using the machine ensure that the mains
current agrees with the operating voltage data on the
machine’s identification plate.
Power Circuit Breaker:
Machines which will be used in different outside
locations must be connected to a Power Circuit Breaker.
Securing the extension lead (Fig. 5)
Only use extension leads suitable for outside use. The
cross section of the wire (max. length of extension cord:
75m) must be at least 1,5 mm
2
.
Secure the equipment flex to the extension lead by
means of a loop (Fig. 5).
Extension leads longer than 30 m will reduce the perfor-
mance of the machine.
6. Instructions for use of the equipment
Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet
hedges!
Check the hedge trimmer flex and its connections
before each and every use for visible signs of
damage (disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a
faulty flex.
Gloves:
Protective gloves must be worn when using the
hedge trimmer.
7. Switching on/off the hedge shears (Fig. 3)
Please be sure to stand safely when you switch the hedge
shears on. This hedge shears have a 2-hand safety
switch. To switch on the hedge shears one of the switch
bars on the hand grip (A or B) and the switch on the
bow-type handle (C) must be held down. To switch the
device off release both switches. The motor is already
turned off if one of the two switches is released.
8. Maintenance
Always disconnect the plug from the power socket
before commencing any work on the machine.
Important: Always clean and oil the blades after prolonged
use of the hedge trimmer. This will greatly affect the life
of the equipment. Damaged cutting units must be
properly repaired immediately.Clean the shearing blades
with a dry cloth or – in case of heavier dirt – with a brush.
Attention: Danger of injury!Oiling of the blades should
ideally be carried out using an environmentally friendly
lubricant (Fig. 6).
Sharpening of the blades
The blades generally do not need servicing and do not
require resharpening if used correctly. In order to prevent
injuries caused by the blades when not in use, the
sharpened cutting blade should be covered by the blade
cover (Fig. 4). The blades cannot be sharpened by the
user without opening the equipment and the safety
mechanism. Resharpening of the blades can therefore
only be carried out at a specialist workshop.
Changing the blades
Only correct installation of the blades will guarantee pro-
blem-free operation and function of the above mentioned
safety feature of the blades. Changing of the blades should
therefore only be carried out at a specialist workshop.
9. Holding the hedge trimmer when in use
(Fig. 7)
This equipment will enable you to cut or trim bushes and
hedges easily and comfortably.
Trimming of hedges
- Young shoots are best cut in a scythe movement.
- Older and stronger hedges are best cut in a sawing
movement.
- Branches, which are too thick for the hedge trimmer,
should be cut with a saw.
- Sides of hedges should be cut upwards in a taper.
In order to achieve an even height
- Fix a guide line at the required height.
- Cut evenly over this guide line.
Expanded working height:If you want to reach higher or
if you to above your head’s height ( see Fig. 8 ), you
should take care of the following:
Attention: Take care to have a secure and safe stan-
ding position when working with your hedge shears
in order to avoid slipping and injury. Always keep the
shearing blades away from your body.
10. Optimum safety
The 5 special features two-hand safety switch, quick
blade stop, protective cover, blade safety rail and
impact protector are fitted to provide the hedge
trimmer with optimum safety features.
Attention!
If you find out that safety functions, such as the
2-switch mechanism or the safety stop, are not
functioning while working with the hedge shears,
immediately cease working and take the machine
to a specialised shop for repairing.
Two-hand safety switch (Fig. 3)
To switch on the hedge shears one of the switch bars
on the hand grip (A or B) and the switch on the bow-
type handle (C) must be held down. If one of the switches
is released, the shearing-blades will stop after ca. 0.2
seconds.
Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will stop
in max. 0.2 sec. when one of the two switches is released.
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