GB-4
Switching the hedge shears on/off
(Fig. 1)
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.
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. 3).
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. 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
mentioned safety feature of the blades. Changing of the
blades should therefore only be carried out at a specialist
workshop.
Holding the hedge trimmer when in use
(Fig. 4)
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.
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. 1)
To switch on the hedge trimmer one of the switch bars on
the hand grip (A ) and the switch on the bow-type handle
(B) must be held down.As soon as one of the switches is
released, the trimmer blades will stop immediately.
Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will
stop in max. 0.5 sec. when one of the two switches is
released.
Blade safety rail
(Fig. 5 + 6)
The cutting blade set back from the blade housing
reduces the risk of injuries due to unintentional body
contact. As soon as the hedge trimmer is switched off,
the sharp cutting blades will stop - due to safety reasons
- exactly under the cover rail in order to reduce the risk
of injuries during transport.
Impact protector
(Fig. 5)
The extended guide rail prevents unpleasant shocks
(blade recoil) being transmitted to the operator due to
impact with solid objects (wall, ground etc.).
Gear protection feature
If solid objecst are caught in the cutting blade and jam
the motor, switch off the machine at once, disconnect the
power plug from the power socket, remove the object
and continue with the work.
The equipment is also fitted with an overload cutout,
which protects the gears against mechanical damage in
the event of blade jams.
Storing the trimmer after use
The hedge shears must be stored such that there is
no danger of injuries being caused to persons by the
cutting blades!
Important note:
The shearing blades should be cleaned
after each use.(see also Section “Maintenance”).This will
considerably increase the service life of the device. Please
use a lubricator that is not harmful to the environment ,
e. g. our service spray. Then put the shears in their case
with the cutting blades first.
Repair service
Repairs to electric power tools should only be carried out
by specialist electrical personnnel.
Waste disposal and environmental protection
If your device should become useless somewhere in the
future or you do not need it any longer, do not dispose
of the device together with your domestic refuse, but
dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner.
