9.3 Safety Operation
The articulated hedge trimmer is not insulated against electric shock!
1.Approaching or contacting electrical lines with the trimmer could cause death
or serious injury.
2.Keep the trimmer at least 10 meters away from electrical lines or branches that
contact electrical lines.
An articulated hedge trimmer has the potential to do serious damage if misused,
abused or mishandled. To reduce the risk of injury, you must maintain control at
all times, and observe all safety precautions during operation. Never permit a
person without training or instruction to operate this machine!
This machine is designed especially for trimming hedges
Never use this machine for any other purposes. Never try to cut stones, metals,
plastics or any other hard objects.
Using for other purposes than trimming hedges may damage the machine or
cause serious injury. Always wear eye and ear protection. Manufacturer
recommends wearing a face shield as additional face and eye protection. Secure
long hair above shoulder level.
Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of head injuries during operation of this
machine.
Wear non slip heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the trimmer
handle.
Wear snug-fitting clothes that also permit freedom of movement.
NEVER
wear shorts!
Wear sturdy footwear with non-slip soles to provide good footing.
Steel-toes safety boots are recommended.
Keep bystanders at least 15 meters (50 feet) away from the operating trimmer to
reduce the risk of being struck by falling or projected objects or debris.
Keep a proper footing and do not overreach - maintain your balance at all times
during operation. Always operate with both hands firmly gripping the machine.
9.4 GETTING STARTED
9.4.1 Installing the hedge trimmer cutter head (see Fig.BC2)
WARNING!
The cutter blades are very sharp. Do not handle the cutter assembly
unless the protective blade cover is in place.
IMPORTANT!
Always wear gloves when working with or near the cutter
assembly.
1.Make sure the cutter bar is locked in the storage/transport position (folded back)
and the protective cover is installed over the cutter blades.
2.Insert the lower tube into the main pole tube until shaft aligns into position.
Ensure assembly is tight and secured.
3.With a screwdriver, check that all screws are correctly tightened (Fig.HT3).
