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6.13
Check the working area for foreign objects such as electricity cables, insects and
animals etc., or other objects that could damage the cutting attachment, such as
metal items.
6.14
If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the machine immediately.
Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.
Check that the machine is not damaged. Repair any damage.
6.15
If anything jams in the blades while you are working, switch off the engine and wait
until it has stopped completely before cleaning the blades.
Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.
6.16
The transport guard should always be fitted to the cutting attachment when the
machine is not in use.
6.17
Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning, carrying out repairs
or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.
6.18
Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the cutting attachment. This is
extremely sharp and can easily cause personal injury.
6.19
Store the machine out of reach of children.
6.20
Use only original spare parts for repairs.
6.21
Work with a swinging action from the bottom upwards when trimming sides.
6.22
Adjust the throttle setting to suit the load.
6.23
When trimming the hedge, the engine should always face away from the hedge.
6.24
Hold the machine as close to your body as possible to get the best balance.
6.25
Make sure the tip does not touch the ground.
6.26
DO NOT
rush the work but work steadily until all the branches have been cut back
clearly.
6.27
The hedge trimmers’ rear handle can be set to three different positions by pressing
down on the Rotary Handle Lock Button.
6.28
To adjust the handle angle you
MUST
switch the machine off
BEFORE
adjusting.
6.29
While working, the handle should always be facing upwards irrespective of how
the hedge trimmer is directed.
