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instructions.
1.25 The German Farmers Union, for example, pro-
hibits the use of electric hedge trimmers by per-
sons aged 17 or less. Persons aged 16 and
above may only use electric hedge trimmers if
supervised by an adult.
1.26 Do not use the hedge trimmer with a damaged
or excessively worn cutting system.
1.27 Check your surroundings and take note of any
potential dangers which you may not be able
hear due to the machineʼs noise.
1.28 It is advisable not to use the hedge trimmer
when other persons, and particularly children,
are nearby.
1.29 Children are not allowed to use the hedge
trimmer.
1.30 Noise at the workplace may exceed 85 dB(A).
In this case, the operator must wear ear-muffs
or similar. The noise level of this electric tool is
measured in accordance with EN 50144-2-15.
1.31 Vibrations on the handle were measured in
accordance with EN 50144-2-15.
2. Items supplied (see Figure 1)
1 Cutter
rail
2 Hand
guard
3
Guide handle with button switch
4
Handle with button switch
5
Eyelet for extension cable
6 Power
cable
7 Storage
case
It is prohibited to use the hedge trimmer without
the hand guard.
3. Fitting the hand guard (see Fig. 2)
Mount the supplied finger guard (A) as shown in Fig.
2 and secure with the supplied screws (B).
4. Explanation of rating plate (see
Figure 3)
1. Warning
2. Keep away from the rain and damp conditions.
3. Read the operating instructions before you use
the hedge trimmer.
4. Pull out the plug immediately if the power cable is
damaged or severed.
5. Wear goggles and ear-muffs or similar protection.
5. Technical data
Voltage
230V ~ 50Hz
Power consumption
550 W
Cutting length
465 mm
Cutter rail length
530 mm
Tooth spacing
18 mm
Cuts/min
3200 /min
Sound power level L
WA
102 dB(A)
Sound pressure level L
pA
82 dB(A)
Vibration a
hv
3,6 m/s
2
Weight
4,1 kg
6. Power supply
The hedge trimmer is designed for use only with
single-phase alternating current from a 230V 50Hz
AC supply. It is totally insulated, enabling it to be
connected also to socket-outlets without a PE con-
ductor. Before you use the hedge trimmer for the first
time, check that your mains voltage is the same as
the operating voltage specified on the machineʼs
rating plate.
7. Proper use
Caution! This hedge trimmer is designed to cut hed-
ges, bushes and shrubs. Any other use which is not
expressly permitted in these instructions may cause
damage to the hedge trimmer and place the user at
serious risk.
Please note that our equipment has not
been designed for use in commercial, trade or indus-
trial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the
machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial
businesses or for equivalent purposes.
8. Startup and operation
Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a two-hand
safety circuit. This means that it works only when the
switch button on the guide handle (Figure 1 / Item 3)
is pressed with the one hand while the switch on the
handle (Figure 1 / Item 4) is being pressed with the
other hand. If you let go of either switching element,
the blades will stop moving.
The blades take time to slow down to a standstill.
Please make allowance.
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Check that the blades are working properly. High
cutting performance and smooth operation are
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