Instruction Manual

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English 18 After Finishing Work
Cutting top of hedge
► Hold the cutting attachment at an angle of 0° to 10° as you
move the cutting attachment horizontally, using both sides
of the cutting attachment (see illustration above).
► If cutting performance deteriorates: Sharpen the cutting
blades.
Cutting overhead (with adjustable cutting attachment only)
WARNING
Working above shoulder height can be tiring. To reduce the
risk of injury from fatigue, never hold the machine with your
rear hand on the control handle above shoulder height. Set
the adjustable cutter blades to the most suitable angle so
that the unit can be held at a lower, less tiring position while
providing adequate reach. Take frequent breaks.
► Set the cutting attachment to a suitable angle.
► Hold the cutting attachment at an angle of 0° to 10° as you
move the cutting attachment horizontally, using both sides
of the cutting attachment (see illustration above).
► If cutting performance deteriorates: Sharpen the cutting
blades.
18.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation or unauthorized use, switch off the motor, ensure
the cutting blades have stopped and remove the battery
before transporting the hedge trimmer or putting it down.
To prepare the hedge trimmer for transportation or storage:
► Switch off the hedge trimmer, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
► Slide a blade scabbard over the cutting blades so that it
covers the entire cutting attachment.
► If the hedge trimmer or battery became wet during
operation, allow them to dry completely before charging or
storing.
19.1 Hedge Trimmer
WARNING
Cover the entire length of the cutting blades with a blade
scabbard before transporting or storing the hedge trimmer to
reduce the risk of cut injuries from inadvertent contact.
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18 After Finishing Work
19 Transporting the Hedge Trimmer and
Battery