Echo HCR 610, Operating Instructions Manual

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not push the two parts of the bow-type handle together.
To fi x the bow-type handle the two included screws must
be screwed into the threadings in the housing through the
openings of the handle and fastened tightly.
Handguard (Fig. 2)
Slide the handguard onto the handguard plate at the front
side of the housing until it effectively locks into place.
Power connection
The machine can only be connected to a single-phase
a.c. current connection. The machine is protectively in-
sulated in accordance with classifi cation II of VDE 0740
and can therefore be connected to sockets with-out earth
connections. Before using the machine ensure that the
mains current agrees with the operating voltage data on
the machine’s identifi cation plate.
Power Circuit Breaker:
Machines which will be used in different outside loca-
tions must be connected to a Power Circuit Breaker.
Securing the power supply cable (Fig. 3)
Only use cables (extension fl ex) that are approved for
outdoor use. The cable diameter must be equal to or bigger
than 1.5mm² for cable lengths up to 75m.
Put the coupling of the extension fl ex onto the shears‘ plug.
For strain relief, stick a loop of the extension fl ex through
the opening in the handle and put it onto the strain relief
hook. After fi nishing work, slide the loop ahead over the
hook and pull it back through the handle opening. Pull the
mains plug.
Extension fl exes with a length of more than 30m reduce
the machine’s output.
6. Instructions for use of the equipment
Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet
hedges!
Check the hedge trimmer fl ex and its connections
before each and every use for visible signs of damage
(disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a faulty fl ex.
Gloves:
Protective gloves must be worn when using the
hedge trimmer.
7. Switching the hedge shears on/off
(Fig.3)
When switching the hedge shears on take a safe stand.
These hedge shears have a two-hand safety switch. To
switch the hedge shears on the bar switch in the handle
(A) and the grip switch of the bow-type handle (B) must
be pushed down. To switch the device off let go of both
switches. The motor already stops if one of the two
switches is released.
8. Adjusting the turning handle
To facilitate your work the hedgetrimmer are equipped with
a turning rear handle that can be set in 3 different positions
(right, left, and normal). The purpose of this mechanism is
that especially for cutting in vertical direction the hedge
shears can be held in their ergonomically most favourable
position whereby an early fatigue of the user is avoided.
Please proceed as follows to change the position of the
handle:
Release switch (A). Pull back the locking pin (B) (Fig. 5).
The handle is now unlocked and can be turned to the
desired position (Fig. 6+7). In the desired end position,
the pin locks back into place and securing the handle
and avoiding an accidental change of the position.
Please bear in mind that the locking pin (B) can only be
pulled back when the switch (A) is not activated (held
down). Make sure that the locking pin locks into place
again after repositioning the turning handle. Only then
the switch can be activated anew.
9. Maintenance
Always disconnect the plug from the power socket
before commencing any work on the machine.
Important: Always clean and oil the blades after pro-
longed 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. 8).
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. 9). 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
problem-free operation and function of the above men-
tioned safety feature of the blades. Changing of the
blades should therefore only be carried out at a special-
ist workshop.
10. Holding the hedge trimmer when in use
(Fig. 10)
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 move ment.
- 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.
11. Optimum safety
The 5 special features two-hand safety switch, quick
blade stop, protective cover, blade safety rail and
impact protector are fi tted to provide the hedge trim-
mer with optimum safety features.