Working Instructions; Maintenance And Care - ATIKA HA 550/58 Notice Originale

Powering up with mounted extension
Press the ON/OFF switch (9) on the extension (6)
while operating the ON/OFF switch on the rear handle (5)
using the other hand at the same time.
Switching off
For switching off the device release the circuit closer/breaker or
the switch button.

Working instructions

You may not start to operate the machine until
you have read these operating instructions,
observed all the instructions given and installed
the machine as described!
Observe all safety instructions in any case.
Before commencing work, ensure the following:
Workplace tidied?
You may not start to operate the machine until you have
read these operating instructions, observed all the
instructions given and installed the machine as described!
Always keep the ventilation apertures free.
Scare animals off the hedge before starting to cut in order to
prevent them from being injured.
Best time for hedge trimming:
⇒ Leaved hedge:
Conifer hedge:
⇒
Quickly growing hedge:
⇒
Working with the hedge trimmer
Hold the hedge trimmer with both hands on a safe
distance from the body.
Remove unconditionally any foreign objects out of the
hedge (e.g. wires) as these can damage the knives of the
hedge trimmer.
The extension cable must be kept behind the hedge
trimmer when cutting so that it cannot be caught by the
knives.
Due to its double sided knives the hedge trimmer can
be guided forward and backward or by oscillating
movements from one to another side?
At first cut the sides of the hedge and then the upper
edge.
Cut the hedge from the bottom up.
Cut the hedge in trapezium shape.
Stretch a guide over the complete length of the hedge when
you want to shorten the upper edge of the hedge evenly.
16
June and October
April and August
from May and then every 6
weeks
Trimming high hedges
Use the extension (8) to trim high hedges and shrubs.
Plug the extension (8) in the receiver (a) until it engages
with a click.
To remove the extension (8) press the unlocking knob
(10) and pull off the extension.

Maintenance and Care

Remove the plug from the power socket
before starting any maintenance or
cleaning work.
Maintenance and repair work other than those described in this
chapter is only allowed to be carried out by service staff.
For maintaining and cleaning, removed security devices must
unconditionally be mounted properly and proved again.
Use only original parts. Other parts can result in unexpected
damages and injuries.
Maintenance
The cutting tool will not come to a standstill immediately after
cut-off. Before starting any service work wait until all parts are
stationary.
To guarantee a long and reliable usage of the product carry out
the following maintenance works regularly.
Check the machine for obvious defects such as
− loose, hung out or damaged cutting tools
− worn or damaged components
− correct assembly and faultless covers and protective
devices.
Necessary repair works or maintenance have to be carried
out before using the power tool.
Clean the machine and its accessories thoroughly after
each application so that the faultless function is kept.
Clean the case with a soft brush or a dry cloth.
Water, solvents and polishing agents shall not be
applied.
Clean the cutting device on a regular basis using a brush or
a cloth.
Never clean the knives with water
Risk of corrosion!
Oil the cutting tools regularly. Never use any grease
Use environmentally friendly oil.
Keep handles dry and free of oils and grease.
Cleaning