SPECIFICATIONS
OPERATION
ASSEMBLY
Motor:
520W
Cutting Length:
360mm
Cutting Capacity:
16mm
No Load Speed:
1,800/min
Electric Blade Brake:
Yes
Cuts per minute:
3600/min
Protection class:
II
W
eight:
2.0kg
4
Switching on FIG. C.
For your safety this Hedge Trimmer is designed with
a two hand safety switch. This prevents accidental
starting. If you only squeeze the on/off trigger the
Hedge Trimmer will not start.
1.
With one hand depress and hold the Safety Switch
in the front handle.
2.
With your other hand, squeeze the On/Off Trigger in
the rear handle to start the hedge trimmer.
Switching off
1. Release either the On/Off Trigger or Safety Switch.
WARNING!
Do not use the hedge trimmer
with any type of accessory or attachment.
Such usage might be hazardous.
Top cutting FIG. D.
Blade cover
Safety guard
WARNING!
Clear the area to be cut before
each use. Remove all objects, such as cords,
lights, wire, or string which can become
entangled in the cutting blade and create a
risk of serious personal injury
The blade cover protects the blade when not in use.
Simply slide it off the blade before use. Once finished
operating, place the cover back over the blade
FIG. A.
WARNING!
Never start the Hedge Trimmer
while the blade cover is fitted
WARNING!
When handling the blade
assembly, wear non-slip, heavy-duty
protective gloves. Do not place your hand
or fingers between blades or in any position
where they could get pinched or cut. Never
touch blades or service the unit with the
power supply connected.
1.
Align both sides of the supplied Safety Guard over
the Blade Support Rail and holes in the base of the
motor housing.
2. Push the Safety Guard down and fix securely on
both sides of the motor housing using the screws
provided.
FIG. B.
WARNING!
Never use the Hedge Trimmer
unless the safety guard is fitted.
Working position
Use a wide sweeping motion. A slight downward tilt
of the cutting blades in the direction of motion gives
the best cutting results.
Side cutting FIG. E.
When trimming the sides of the hedge, begin at the
bottom and cut upwards. Trim the side of a hedge so
that it will be slightly narrower at the top. This shape
will expose more of the hedge, resulting in a more
uniform growth.
Blade brake
The hedge trimmer is fitted with an electric brake
which very quickly brings the blades to a stop as
soon as either the rear handle on/off trigger or front
handle safety switch are released.
This is an important safety feature that greatly
reduces the chance of injury to the operator if a hand
slips off the front or rear handle and control is lost
temporarily.
When the unit is switched off and the motor brake
operates there may be some sparking (or flashing) in
the area of the upper motor ventilation slots. This is
normal and does not indicate any problem.
Maintain proper footing and balance and do not
overreach. Please wear safety goggles, nonslip
footwear and rubber gloves when trimming. Hold
the tool firmly in both hands and turn the tool on by
squeezing both switches.
Always hold the trimmer with one hand on the front
handle and one hand on the rear handle. Never hold
the tool by the Safety Guard.
WARNING!
Ensure the tool is switched off
and disconnected from the power supply
before performing any of the following tasks.
WARNING!
The power supply for this
product should be protected by a residual
current device rated at 30mA or less.
Using an extension lead
Always use an approved extension lead suitable for
the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect the
extension lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing.
Replace the extension lead if damaged or defective.
When using an extension lead on a reel, always
unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension lead
not suitable for the power input of the tool or which is
damaged or defective may result in a risk of fire and
electric shock.
WARNING!
Keep extension cord away from
blades and behind the trimmer when cutting.
Trimming tips
• To obtain exceptional level hedges a piece of string
can be stretched long the top of the hedge as a
guide.
• When side trimming hedges, begin at the bottom
and sweep upwards.
• The hedge should be trimmed to achieve a
trapezoidal form, that is it should be wider at the
bottom than the top. This improves the penetration
of light to the lower extremities. A general guideline
is approximately 10cm slant for each 1 metre of
hedge height.
• The best cutting sequence is to first cut both sides,
starting at the bottom and working to the top; this
prevents cuttings from falling into the area of the
hedge where you are still working.
• When trimming the top of a hedge and the
branches have grown extremely long, cut back in
several stages. The shorter the cuttings the better
suited for composting.
• When older hedges are to be cut back a substantial
amount, use pruning shears or some other device
to trim branches thicker than
16mm.
• To shape precisely run a taught line between the
extreme edges of the hedge and then trim along the
length of the line.
• The most effective way to trim new growth is to use
a wide sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeth
through the twigs. A slight downward tilt of the
blade, in the direction of motion gives the best cut.
Items Supplied
Please check that the article is complete as specified in
the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact
our service centre or the sales outlet where you made
your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after
purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill
of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service
information at the end of the operating instructions.
• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with
care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or
transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport
damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the
guarantee period.
DANGER!
The equipment and packaging
material are not toys. Do not let children play
with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is
a danger of swallowing or suffocating!
Proper Use
Important. This hedge trimmer is suitable for cutting hedges,
bushes and shrubs.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose.
Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user
/ operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any
damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed
for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications.
Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in
commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent
purposes.
