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cut, although they must be regularly main-
tained so the hedge does not become too
high.
Cutting Times
Deciduous hedges:
June and October
Hedges of coniferous wood:
April and August
Evergreen conifer hedges:
from May
Working Safely
Observe the specified working angle (see
illustration above), in order to guarantee
safe working.
Do not use the high pruning saw when
standing on a ladder or in an unsafe
position.
Do not be tempted to make unconsidered
cuts. Doing so may endanger both your-
self and others.
Children must be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the equipment.
Maintenance/Cleaning
Repair and servicing work not
described in this manual should
always be carried by our Service
Centre (see p.105 for address).
Use only original parts.
Pull out the power plug before car-
rying out any work on the equip-
ment.
Wear gloves while handling the
blades.
Carry out the following maintenance and
cleaning work regularly. This will guarantee
a long and reliable service life.
• Before each use, check the hedge
trimmer for obvious defects such as
loose, worn or damaged parts. Check
the secure seating of the bolts in the
cutter bar.
• Do not use the unit if the blades are
blunt or worn. This will overstress the
motor and gearbox of the machine.
• Check coverings and safety devices for
damage and correct seating. Replace
these where necessary.
• Keep the ventilation slots and motor
housing of the device clean. Use a
damp cloth or a brush to do this. Do
not wash down the equipment with wa-
ter, or submerge it in water.
