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6. POLE HEDGE TRIMMER
For the correct chain tension, pull up
on the chain from the top and middle
of the exposed guide bar. The
bottom tip of the links should only
just stay in the track, 5 - 6mm gap is
ideal. When required adjust tension
as detailed in
“MAINTENANCE”
5 - 6mm gap is
the ideal tension
Press
PHT2-018
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LOAD
Be aware of the direction in which the
branch will fall. Cut lower branches first
to allow the top branches more room to
fall. Work slowly, keeping both hands
on the tool with a firm grip and maintain
secure footing and balance.
Do not make the flush cut next to
the main limb or trunk until you have
cut off the limb further out to reduce
the weight. Following proper cutting
procedures will prevent stripping the
bark from the main member.
NOTE:
The chain bar oil level should be checked after
every 15 minutes of use and refilled as detailed in “SETUP
& PREPARATION”
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Chain tension
Check the tension after a few minutes of cutting and several
times in the first hour of initial use because the chain will lengthen
as it breaks in. Adjust as you go. A loose chain causes rapid wear
to both the chain and the guard bar and could derail causing a
major safety hazard.
WARNING!:
Never use the pole hedge trimmer when
standing on a ladder or uneven ground. If the blades
comes in contact with a hard object, visually inspect the
blades for damage. If the blades are damaged, do not
continue to operate the pole hedge trimmer.
Adjusting the blade angle
The cutting head can be
adjusted to different angles
for ease of cutting in different
conditions.
1. Grip the head of the trimmer,
press and hold the green
buttons.
10m
WARNING!:
Never touch power
supply or telephone lines. These lines
conduct high voltage and there is
severe danger of electric shock. Keep
a minimum distance of 10m.
Working position
Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach.
Wear safety goggles, non-slip footwear and rubber gloves when
trimming. Hold the pole hedge trimmer firmly in both hands before
turning the pole hedge trimmer on. Always hold the pole hedge
trimmer with one hand on the rear handle and one hand on the
adjustable auxiliary handle.
Trimming new growth.
Using a wide sweeping motion, feed the blade teeth through the
twigs. A slight downward tilt of the blade, in the direction of motion
gives the best cut.
Note:
Do not use the pole hedge trimmer for cutting stems greater
than 15mm. Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery
found around houses and buildings.
Level hedges.
To obtain exceptionally level hedges a piece of string can be
stretched along the length of the hedge as a guide.
Side-trimming hedges.
Hold the pole hedge trimmer and begin at the bottom and sweep
up.
Cutting sequence.
First cut both sides, starting at the bottom and working to the top:
this prevents cut- tings from falling into the area where you are still
working.
Trimming the top.
Where the branches have grown extremely long, cut back the
hedge in several stages. The shorter the cuttings the better suited
they are for composting.
General information.
When older hedges are to be cut back a substantial amount, use
pruning shears or some other device to trim thicker branches
(greater than 15mm diameter) to the desired length before starting
work with the pole hedge trimmer. Ensure the blades do not come
into contact with any object made of hard material that could
damage the blades, such as wire fencing or metal plant supports.
2. Rotate the head to the desired angle (ten angles).
3. Release the buttons to lock the head in position.
