Starting up
Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet hedges!
Check the hedge trimmer cord and plug and its connections before each and every use for
visible signs of damage (disconnect the power plug ) !
Do not use a faulty cord and plug.
Warning! Protective gloves must be worn when using the hedge trimmer.
Switching on/off the hedge trimmers
Please be sure to stand safely when you switch the hedge trimmer on. This hedge trimmer has a
2-hand safety switch. To switch the device on both switches (Fig. 1) must be pushed and held fast. To
switch the device off release both switches. The motor is already turned off if one of the two switches
is released.
On the topside of this hedge trimmer is a level to enable horizontal cuts from the rear side of bushes
and hedges to the operator. (Fig. 1)
Holding the hedge trimmer when in use
(Fig. 5)
This equipment will enable you to cut or trim bushes and hedges easily and comfortably.
Trimming of hedges
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Young shoots are best cut in a scythe movement.
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Older and stronger hedges are best cut in a swing movement.
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Branches, which are too thick for the hedge trimmer, should be cut with a saw.
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Sides of hedges should be cut upwards in a taper.
In order to achieve an even height
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Fix a guide line at the required height.
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Cut evenly over this guide line.
Optimum Safety
The 4 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.
Two-hand safety switch
(Fig. 1)
To switch on and to run the hedge trimmer you need both hands: The switching bar in the rear handle
as well as the switch in the front handle must be depressed. As soon as one of the switches is
released, the trimmer blades will stop in max. 1 sec.
Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will stop in max. 1sec. when one of the two switches
is released.
Blade safety rail
(Fig. 1+4)
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
immediately.
Impact protector
(Fig. 4)
The extended guide rail prevents unpleasant shocks (blade recoil) being transmitted to the operator
due to impact with solid objects (wall, ground etc.).
