Trimming Instructions
1. Extension cord.
Always keep the extension cord behind the pole
hedge trimmer and away from the trimming operation. Never drape it
over a hedge being trimmed. If you cut or damage the cord, unplug
it at the mains electrical outlet immediately. It must be repaired by an
electrician or a power tool repairer before being used again.
2. 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.
3. 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
18mm. Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery found around
houses and buildings.
Switching on/off
For your safety, the Pole Hedge Trimmer is designed with a two button
safety switch. If only one switch is squeezed, the tool will not operate.
1. Hold the Pole Hedge
Trimmer with both hands,
and away from your body.
2. Depress the lock-off switch and
squeeze the on/off button.
3. To turn the Pole Hedge Trimmer
off, simply release the on/off
button.
Blade brake
The Pole Hedge Trimmer is fitted with a motor brake which will stop the
cutting blade within 1 second of releasing the on/off button.
Note:
There may be some sparking (or flashing) in the area of the
motor ventilation slots when the pole hedge trimmer is switched off
and the blade brake engages. This is normal and will not damage the
machine.
PHT- 410
5. TRIMMING
15°
15°
WARNING!:
FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH
SURROUNDING HAZARDS SUCH AS POWER
LINES, PHONE LINES, METAL FENCES AND OTHER
OBJECTS THAT COULD BE IN YOUR TRIMMING PATH,
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO YOUR
POLE HEDGE TRIMMER.
WARNING!:
FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH
SURROUNDING HAZARDS SUCH AS POWER
LINES, PHONE LINES, METAL FENCES AND OTHER
OBJECTS THAT COULD BE IN YOUR TRIMMING PATH,
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO YOUR
POLE HEDGE TRIMMER.
WARNING!:
NEVER USE THE POLE HEDGE
TRIMMER WHEN STANDING ON A LADDER OR
UNEVEN GROUND.
CAUTION!:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF A RESIDUAL
CURRENT DEVICE (RATED AT 30MA OR LESS).
