How to Use

How to Use your Hedgetrimmer

1.Inspect area to be cut before each use - remove objects which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting blades.

2.Always keep the Hedgetrimmer in front of your body. Hold handle firmly with both hands and stand in a secure and stable position.

3.Allow the cutting blades to reach full speed before entering the material to be cut.

4.Always work going away from people and

solid objects such as walls, large stones, trees, vehicles etc.

5.If blade stalls, immediately stop the Hedgetrimmer. Disconnect the Hedgetrimmer

from the power source and clear jammed

debris from the cutting blades. Inspect blades

and repair or replace as needed.

 

Top Cutting

 

Use a wide sweeping motion.

(J) A slight

downward tilt of the cutting blades in

the

direction of motion gives the best cutting results.

Side Cutting

When trimming the sides of the hedge, begin at

the bottom and cut upwards(K), tapering the hedge inward at the top. This shape will expose

more of the hedge, resulting in more uniformed growth.

Caring for your Hedgetrimmer

Cleaning (L)

• USE GLOVES

1.Using a soft brush - remove debris from all air intakes and cutting blade.

2.Wipe over surface of your hedgetrimmer with

a dry cloth.

IMPORTANT

Never use water for cleaning your hedgetrimmer. Do not clean with chemicals, including petrol, or solvents - some can

destroy critical plastic parts.

Lubricating the Cutting Blade

For easier operation and longer life, lubricate the cutter blades before and after use. Apply the oil so that it runs between the two blades.

At the end of the Cutting Season.

1.Clean your Hedgetrimmer thoroughly.

2.Check that all nuts and bolts are secure.

3.Visually inspect the Hedgetrimmer for any worn or damaged parts, contact your local Service Centre if any parts require replacement.

To store your Hedgetrimmer

The Hedgetrimmer blade cover/storage holder

is provided with 2 hanging slots for storing the

Hedgetrimmer on the wall.

(N)

Ensure the blade cover is fitted before storage.

Remove cable from cable holder before storage. 1. The use of 2 number 10 screws (40mm in length)

and the appropriate wall fixing plugs is recommended 2. Drill 2 horizontal holes 48mm apart.

3. Fit wall plugs.

4. Fit screw ensuring enough length is available for secure location into hanging slot.

5. Store as illustrated in

Pic P.

Store in a dry place where your hedgetrimmer

(M)is protected from damage.

Fault Finding Hints

Fails to Operate

1.Is the Power Turned On?

2.Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.

3.Fuse continues to blow?

Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.

Cutting blade stops under load

1.Cut at a slower pace.

2.If cutting blade still stops under load?

Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.

Fails to stop when one switch lever is released.

Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.

Poor cut quality

1.Ensure the product is being used correctly (see How to Use)

2.Ensure blades are free from trapped debris

3.Damaged Blades?

Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.

Excessive Vibration

Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.

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Flymo EHT 450s, EHT 420, EHT 530s manual How to Use, Caring for your Hedgetrimmer, Fault Finding Hints, USE Gloves

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