Gardena 640, 550, 480 manual Initial Operation, Swivel Handle down Handle up For cutting High hedges

Possible working positions

Swivel	Swivel
handle down	handle up
for cutting	for cutting
high hedges	low hedges

or sideways cutting

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Initial Operation

Two-hand safety switch

Starting the Hedge Trimmer

Stopping the

Hedge Trimmer

Cable lock / Extension Cable

Make part of the extension cable into a loop and clip into the cable lock.

➔prevents the cables being unplugged by accident.

Then:

Connect the mains and extension cables.

The Hedge Trimmer is fitted with a two-hand safety switch to prevent the tool being turned on by accident. To start the Hedge Trimmer, simultaneously press a start button on the guide handle and turn the turning switch to either the left or right.

Hold the guide handle with one hand and press one of the three start buttons.

With your other hand, hold the swivel handle and move the switch to the left or right as far as it will go and hold in this position. Preferable turning direction: towards you.

➔the Hedge Trimmer starts moving.

To stop the Hedge Trimmer, simply release one of the start buttons or the turning switch.

In accordance with safety regulations, an additional safety device ensures that the blade motion stops within 1 sec.

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