1. SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
2. ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
4. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
5. STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
6. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
7. TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
8. ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
9. SERVICE / WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Original instructions.
This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the product by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the product. The use of
this product by young people under the age of 16 is not rec-
ommended.
Intended use:
The GARDENA Hedge Trimmer is intended to cut hedges,
shrubs and grass coverings in private domestic gardens
and allotments.
The product is not intended for long term use.
DANGER! Risk of injury! Do not use the product
to cut lawns / lawn edges, to chop up material or to
make compost.
1. SAFETY
IMPORTANT!
Read the operator’s manual carefully before use and
keep for future reference.
Symbols on the product:
Read operator’s manual.
Always wear approved hearing
protection. Always wear approved
eye protection.
Danger – Keep hands away from blade.
Do not expose to rain.
Remove plug from the mains
immediately if the cable is damaged
or cut.
General safety warnings
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings and all instructions!
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and / or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future refer-
ence. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to
your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery oper
ated (cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos-
pheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operat-
ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adap-
tor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
GARDENA Electric Hedge Trimmer ComfortCut 550/50 /
ComfortCut 600/55 / PowerCut 700/65
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