Maintenance; Cleaning The Hedge Trimmer - Greencut GHT560L Manuel D'utilisation

• Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly growth.
• When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping action, so that the stems are fed directly into the cutting
blade. Older growth will have thicker stems and will be trimmed more easily using a sawing movement.
• If blade jams on any electrical cord or line. Do not touch the blade! It can become electrically live and very
dangerous. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated rear handle or carefully lay it down, away from
you in a safe manner. Disconnect the electrical service to the damaged line or cord before attempting to free the
blade from the line or cord.
• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects, such as wires, lights, wires or cords, that may
become entangled in the cutting blade and create a risk of serious personal injury.
• Avoid the use of solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics tend to be damaged by various types of
solvents and can be damaged by their use. Use a clean cloth to remove dirt, oil, grease, etc.
• Use only genuine GREENCUT spare parts to maintain the machine. The use of other parts may create a hazard
or cause damage to the product.

MAINTENANCE

Good maintenance will extend the life of the machine. Prolonged or constant use may require more intensive
maintenance for the machine to continue to function properly.
ATTENTION: Make sure the engine is completely shut down before performing any maintenance
or repair. This will eliminate any potential risk.
BLADE CARE
• Inspect the blades periodically for damage and wear. Always use replacement blades specified by the manufacturer.
• For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the blade before and after each use. Before lubricating,
remove the battery and place the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply lightweight machine oil along the edge
of the top blade.
• From time to time, when using the machine for a long period of time, you should oil it. Before oiling, stop the
hedge trimmer; remove battery pack, then oil.
• Sharpen the blade every so often. To do this, remove battery pack from hedge trimmer. Clamp blade assembly
with a screw and sharpen the exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth with a 203mm (8 inch) smooth round
file, 6.4mm (1/4 inch) or 5.6mm (7/32 inch) diameter. Be sure to retain the original angle of tooth when filing.

CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

• Examine the hedge trimmer frequently to ensure that all parts are intact and securely fastened. Make sure all
screws and latches are firmly tightened to avoid the risk of serious personal injury.
• Keep the hedge trimmer clean. To do this, clean the unit with a damp cloth and a mild detergent. Do not use
strong detergents on the plastic housing or handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils such as pine
and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene. Use a small brush or the air discharge from a small vacuum cleaner
brush to clean the air vents on the battery pack and motor housing. Keep the air vents free of obstructions.
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