TRANSLATION OF ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS
Thank you for selecting an Emak product. Our network of
dealers and authorized workshops will always be at your
complete disposal for any need you may have.
INTRODUCTION
For correct use of the machine and to avoid accidents, do not
start working until you have read this manual carefully. You will
find explanations concerning the operation of the various parts
plus instructions for necessar y checks and relative
maintenance.
NOTE: The descriptions and illustrations contained in this
manual are not binding. The manufacturer reserves the
right to undertake any modifications it deems necessary
without revising this manual.
In addition to the operating instructions, this manual conta
WARNING: where there is a risk of accident or personal,
even fatal, injury or serious damage to property.
CAUTION: where there is a risk of damaging the machine or its
individual components.
CONTENTS
1. KNOWING THE MACHINE
NOTE - The images corresponding to the references are
found on page 2 of this manual.
DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE AND FIELD OF USE
This machine is a gardening tool, specifically a portable
hedgetrimmer with a battery-powered electric motor, intended
for non-professional use.
The machine basically consists of a power unit and a pair of
tooth blades, powered by a mechanism that can provide a
reciprocal rectilinear motion.
The safety systems prevent the blades accidentally moving in
the absence of an operator.
The user can operate the main controls while always keeping a
safe distance from the cutting device.
Intended use
This machine was designed and built for trimming and leveling
hedges, consisting of shrubs with small branches and in any
case applicable to the characteristics of the machine.
Misuse
Any other use, differing from those mentioned above, can be
hazardous and cause damage to persons and/or property. The
following fall under misuse (by way of example, but not limited to):
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cutting grass in general and especially next to curbs;
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chopping up composting material;
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pruning trees;
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using the machine for cutting materials of non-vegetable
origin;
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using the machine by more than one person;
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using cutting devices different from those provided. Risk
of serious injury or damage.
Misuse of the machine shall void the warranty and
manufacturer's liability, leaving the user liable for costs deriving
from damage or injury to the user or to others.
1.1 MACHINE COMPONENTS
1. POWER UNIT
2. BLADE (CUTTING DEVICE)
3. FRONT GUARD
4. FRONT HANDLE
5. REAR HANDLE
6. BLADE GUARD
7. SWITCH LEVER
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8. SAFETY LEVER
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1.2 IDENTIFICATION LABEL
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21. CE conformity marking
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22. Name and address of manufacturer
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23. Sound power level
24. Serial number
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25. Year of manufacture
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26. Type of machine: BATTERY POWERED HEDGE TRIMMER
27. Do not dispose of electrical equipment together with
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household waste. According to European Directive
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2012/19/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
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and its implementation in accordance with national
standards, waste electrical equipment must be collected
separately, in order to be reused in an environmentally-
friendly manner. If electrical equipment is disposed of in a
landfill or soil, pollutants can reach the groundwater and
enter the food chain, damaging your health and well-
being. For more details on the disposal of this product,
please contact the competent authority for the disposal of
household waste or your dealer.
DAMAGE TO THE ENVIRONMENT! Recyclable product:
Lithium ion battery. Do not dispose of spent batteries
with household waste. Dispose of the battery
separately from the machine. Follow local regulations
for disposal.
1.3 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
This machine must be used with care. To this end, the machine
bears pictograms intended to remind you of the main
precautions for use. Their meaning is explained below. We also
recommend that you carefully read the safety rules given in the
relevant chapter of this manual.
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