About this handbook
Read these operating instructions before start-
ing operation. This is a precondition for safe
working and fl awless operation.
Observe the safety warnings in this documenta-
tion and on the machine.
The operating instructions must be kept in a
safe place for future reference and passed on to
any subsequent operators.
Explanation of symbols
Caution!
Following these safety warnings carefully can
prevent personal injury and/or material damage.
Special instructions for greater ease of under-
standing and improved handling.
The camera symbol refers to illustrations.
Contents
Technical data ............................................................14
Assembly ...................................................................17
Operation ...................................................................17
Repairs ......................................................................17
Troubleshooting .........................................................18
Storage ......................................................................18
Disposal .....................................................................18
Warranty ....................................................................19
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Product description
Designated use
This hedge trimmer is intended exclusively for non-
commercial trimming of hedges, shrubs and bushes.
Using this machine for any other or additional pur-
pose is considered contrary to its designated use.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any dam-
age resulting from such use.
Incorrect use
Safety equipment must not be removed or by-
passed, e.g. by tying down the switches on the
hand grips.
Do not use the machine in the rain or on wet
hedges and bushes.
The machine must not be used commercially.
Safety and protective equipment
Danger - risk of injury!
Safety and protective equipment must not be
disabled!
Child-proof lock
A hole (5 mm) is provided on the rear actuating lever
for fi tting a padlock* (
machine from being switched on unintentionally.
* Not supplied
Handguard
Caution!
Risk of injury if the handguard is not installed!
Never start up the machine without the hand-
guard.
Two-hand operation
The hedge trimmer can only be operated using both
hands at the same time.
Translation of original user instructions
AL-KO Hedge trimmer
5). The padlock prevents the