Tightening and checking the saw chain
WARNING!
►
Wear protective gloves! There is a danger of injury from the sharp
cutting teeth.
♦
Turn the chain tensioner screw
wise direction to increase the tension.
♦
The saw chain
must lie against the underside of the blade. Check
whether the saw chain
NOTE
GB
►
A new saw chain
Lubricating the chain
♦
Remove the oil fi ller cap
♦
Fill the oil tank
with approx. 100 ml of organic chain oil
WARNING!
►
Never work without chain lubrication!
If the saw chain runs dry, the cutting equipment may become irre-
parably damaged in a short time. Always check chain lubrication
and oil level in the tank before starting work.
NOTE
►
Use only saw chain oil. Preferably biodegradable. Do not use waste
oil, motor oil, etc.
►
While working, check whether the automatic chain lubrication is
working correctly. Check the chain lubricator before and during
work.
Sharpening the saw chain
NOTE
►
A grinder can be attached to the grinder support
grip during grinding.
►
You will fi nd detailed information on sharpening in the sharpening
set, e.g. from Oregon.
►
Alternatively, you can use an electrical saw chain sharpening device
and follow the instructions of the manufacturer.
►
If you have any doubts about implementing the work, the saw chain
should be replaced.
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with the mounting tool
can be drawn by hand over the blade
stretches and must be tightened more regularly.
.
for a secure
Initial use
NOTE
►
Comply with regulations regarding noise protection and local rules.
Using the appliance on certain days (e.g. on Sundays and public
holidays), during certain times (midday period, night time) or in certain
in a clock-
locations (e.g. health resorts, clinics, etc.) may be restricted or
prohibited.
Switching on and off
.
Switching on:
♦
Connect the power cord
♦
Form a loop at the end of the extension cable and attach this to the
strain relief
.
♦
Press the safety lock-out
.
on/off switch
Switching off :
♦
Release the on/off switch
♦
Remove the extension cable from the strain relief
♦
Disconnect the power cord
Adjusting the handle
♦
Press the release button
♦
Turn the turning element
button
; this must click into place.
Working with the hedge trimmer
Cutting techniques
■
See fold-out page (Figure A).
NOTE
►
Remove thicker branches with a branch cutter.
Working with the pole pruner
Sawing techniques
WARNING!
►
Pay attention to falling clippings.
►
Be aware of the danger of branches fl ying back.
NOTE
►
Place the stop
and quietly.
►
Only then can you begin with the sawing.
Sawing off small branches
♦
Saw small branches (Ø 0–8 cm) from the top down (see fi gure).
to the extension cable.
and keep it pressed and then press the
.
.
from the extension cable.
.
to the desired position. Let go of the release
on the branch. This will help you work more safely
FHEHS 900 A1
.