Starting up
Before switching on, it is a good idea to oil the blades.
Connect the extension lead to the hedge trimmer using the pull out cable stop, only when you reach where you will be working. To start up, pull one of the trigger switches under the rear grip and the lever switch inser- ted into the front grip (Fig. 1).
As soon as the trigger switch or the front handgrip is released, the motor will stop automatically.
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Fig. 1
Maintenance, long periods of disuse and repairs
Before carrying out any intervention on the appliance, always remove the plug from the electric socket.
Clean the hedge trimmer after each use and lubricate the blades with a thin layer of oil (Fig. 2). Should oil or grease come into contact with the plastic parts, clean them at once with a dry cloth, do not use solvents or other liquids.
Check that the leads are not dete- riorated and store them together with the hedge trimmer in a dry place. Do not dissemble any part of the hedge trimmer; if repairs are neces- sary, take it to a repair shop authori-
Fig. 2
sed by the manufacturers.
If it is necessary to replace parts, insist on original spare parts.
Useful advice
While trimming, always hold the hedge trimmer tightly with both hands so that the blades are away from the body.
Always hold the hedge trimmer in front you. Pass the extension lead over your shoulder, making sure you keep it in this position during trimming. Keep the blades sideways on with respect to the direction of growth of the branches (Fig. 3). It is advisable to start cutting the hedge from the bottom, working up to the top. This guarantees foliage uniformity over time, giving the hedge
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Fig. 3
a wider shape at the bottom than at the top.