inspection or storage, shut off the power source,
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug and make sure all moving parts have come
to a stop. Allow the hedge trimmer to cool before
making any inspections, adjustments, etc.
b) Store the hedge trimmer where the fuel vapour will
not reach an open flame or spark. Always allow the
hedge trimmer to cool down before storing.
c) When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer,
always fit the cutting device transport guard.
d) Keep all nuts and screws tight to be sure the equip-
ment is in safe working condition.
e) Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
f) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, si-
lencer and petrol storage area free of vegetative
material and excessive grease.
g) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
h) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be
done outdoors.
i) Always clean and maintenance before storage.
j) Never disassembly the guards for cutting attach-
ments.
k) Always store the metal blade in cool and dry place,
never use rusted blade. It may cause serous injure
during working.
INTENDED/NON-INTENDED USE
• The petrol-driven hedge trimmer is intended exclu-
sively for cutting hedges and bushes. The hedges
must not have a maximum branch diameter exceed-
ing 27 mm.
• Intended use also encompasses reading and observ-
ing the operating instructions before each use. Before
and during use, the hedge trimmer must be inspected
for mechanical damage. If repairs are necessary,
please contact your specialist dealer.
• Only original spare parts, or those approved by the
manufacturer, may be used. The hedge trimmer may
only be used in an outdoor garden area.
• If non-approved or non-original spare parts are used,
the operator shall be liable for any personal injury or
property damage which occurs, and not the manu-
facturer.
• Any use other than that stated above is a non-in-
tended use.
• Intended use also encompasses observing the oper-
ating, maintenance and repair conditions laid out by
the manufacturer and following the safety instructions
contained in the manual.
• Take account of the valid, applicable accident preven-
tion regulations as well as other generally acknowl-
edged health and safety and general safety rules.
• Any use which does not comply with these in also
non-intended use. The manufacturer shall not be held
liable for damage resulting for such; the risk shall be
borne solely by the user.
• Making your own modifications to the hedge trimmer
excludes the manufacturer from all liability for any
resulting damage.
GB | Operating Instructions
• The tool may only be adjusted, used, and maintained
• The machine may not be used in an explosive envi-
• Metal parts (e.g. wires) must be removed from the
Residual risks
• Even when abiding by the intended use, and despite
• Residual risks may be minimised by paying attention
• Thoughtfulness and caution reduce the risk of per-
• Breakage of parts of the blade.
• Injury due to objects of parts of the blade being flung
• Risk of carbon monoxide poisoning if the tool is used
• Risk of burns on hot components.
• Hearing impairment, in case of extended periods
• Moreover, despite all available information and pre-
GB-4
by persons who are familiar with how to do so, and
who are informed of the associated risks. Repair work
may only be carried out by the manufacturer or only
by customer service centres recommended by the
manufacturer.
ronment or exposed to the rain.
material which is to be cut.
observing all applicable safety provisions, residual
risks are still present, due to the nature of the design
(as determined by the purpose of the tool).
to the „Intended use", and the „Safety instructions", as
well as the operating instructions as a whole.
sonal injury and damage.
out.
in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.
working without hearing protection.
cautions, there may also be residual risks which are
not apparent.