Operation
Do not use the equipment without
the hand guard. Wear suitable
clothing and work gloves when
working with the equipment.
Ensure that the equipment is
functional before each use. The
On/Off switch and the safety
switch must not be held closed.
They must switch off the motor
when on is released. Should a
switch be damaged, stop working
with the equipment.
Note noise protection and local
specifications.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
1. Fix the spring clips on the
shoulder strap (17) to the carry-
ing eyelet (11) on the telescopic
handle of the equipment.
2. Adjust the strap length such that
the carrying eyelet (11) is at hip
height.
3. The height of the carrying eyelet
(11) can also be adjusted on the
telescopic handle after loosen-
ing the Allen screw (11a).
Adjust telescopic arm
The telescopic arm (7) can be continuously
adjusted via the quick release fastener (8).
1. Fold the lever (8a) forward
according to the image and
change the length of the arm by
pushing and pulling it.
2. Fold the lever (8a) back and set
the desired working length of
the telescopic arm (7).
3. If the lever (8a) loosens, tighten
the hexagon socket screw (8b)
with the help of the wrench (9).
Angling the Cutting Head
To cut sloping edges or the top of the
hedge, the cutting head can be swivelled
into 5 positions.
Press the lock button (4) and
swivel the cutting head (2) at the
same time. It clicks into the desired
position when the lock button is
released.
Switching On and Off
Ensure that you are standing in a
firm position with both hands grip-
ping the hedge trimmer away from
the body. Ensure that the trimmer
is in contact with no other objects
before switching on.
1. Actuate the safety switch (
switch the device on with the on/off
switch (
14). A lockable continuous
operation is not possible due to rea-
sons of safety.
2. If you release the on/off switch (
14), the device switches off again.
Working with the equipment
Do not use the unit when stand-
ing on a ladder or in an unsafe
position. Do not be tempted to
make unconsidered cuts. Doing
so may endanger both yourself
and others.
During cutting work, ensure that no
contact is made with objects, e.g.
such as wire fencing or main plant
stems. This may result in damage
to the cutter bar.
GB
13) and
31