Before Use; Environmental Protection; Repair Service - IKRA HHS 6055 Manuel D'utilisation

Before use

Assembly of the protection shield (Fig. 1)
Slide the included protection shield (2) over the blade rail
and fix it from both sides at the housing using 2 screws
on each side as shown in Fig. 1.
Power connection
The machine can only be connected to a singlephase a.c.
current connection.The machine is protectively insulated
in accordance with classification II of VDE 0740. Before
using the machine ensure that the mains current agrees
with the operating voltage data on the machine's identi-
fication plate.
Power circuit breaker
Machines which will be used in different outside
locations must be connected to a power circuit
breaker.
Securing the extension cable (Fig. 2)
Use extension cables approved for outdoor use only. For
a length of up to 75m, the cable's cross section must
be > 1.5mm². First, connect the device's plug to your
connection/mains cable. Then, form a loop with the con-
nection cable and slide this loop through the cable guide
at the hedge trimmer's housing. Now put the loop over
the strain relief hook (6) as shown in the corresponding
figure.
Extension cables with a length of more than 30m reduce
the machine's performance.
Instructions foruse of the equipment
Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet
hedges!
Check the hedge trimmer flex and its connections be-
fore each and every use for visible signs of damage
(disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a faulty flex.
Gloves:
Protective gloves must be worn when using the
hedge trimmer.
• Before you start trimming, cut off any branches with a
diameter of more than 20 mm using pruning shears.
• First, trim the lateral areas from the lower to the upper
edges. Cut the top as desired – straight, rooflike or
round.
• The safety blade rail has laterally rounded and stag-
gered cutting teeth to reduce the risk of injuries. The
additional impact protector avoids unpleasant kick-
backs when the blades get in touch with walls, fences
etc. (Fig. 3 + 5).
• In case of a blocking of the blades through solid ob-
jects, switch off the device immediately, pull the plug
and only then remove the object.
• ATTENTION ! Metal objects as wire fences and plant
supports may lead to damages to the blade rail.
• Always lead the cable away from the working area.
Always work in the direction away from the electrical
socket. This is why you should determine the cutting
direction before you start cutting.
• Cutting periods:
- Deciduous hedges: June and October
- Pine hedges:
- Coniferous hedges:
Switching on and off
• Switching the device on: Concurrently push the on/off
switches (3+4) with both hands.
• Switching the device off: Let go of both on/off switch-
es.
• The breaking mechanism causes the blade to stop
within 0.5 sec. The sparks (flashes) developing from
this in the area of the upper ventilation slots are normal
and harmless for the device.
Maintenance
Always disconnect the plug from the power socket
before commencing any work on the machine.
Important: Always clean and oil the blades after pro-
longed use of the hedge trimmer. This will greatly affect
the life of the equipment. Damaged cutting units must be
properly repaired immediately.Clean the shearing blades
with a dry cloth or – in case of heavier dirt – with a brush.
Attention: Danger of injury! Oiling of the blades should
ideally be carried out using an environmentally friendly
lubricant (Fig. 6).
Then put the shears in their case (7) with the cutting
blades first.
Only use the spare parts and accessories recommended
by the manufacturer.

Environmental protection

If this hedge trimmer should some day have been used
in such an intensive way that it must be replaced or you
do not have any use for it any longer, please think of
the protection of the environment. Electrical devices,
accessories and packaging do not belong to your do-
mestic refuse, but should be supplied for environmentally
friendly recycling in accordance with the applicable local
regulations.

Repair service

Repairs to electric power tools should only be carried out
by specialist electrical personel.
Guarantee
In the case of a claim for guarantee or defects, please
contact the place of purchase.
GB-4
April and August
beginning from May, as re-.
quired
(Fig. 4)