8. Adjusting the turning handle
To facilitate your work the hedgetrimmer model 600HD 60EL are equipped with a turning rear handle that can be set in 3 different positions (right, left, and normal). The purpose of this mechanism is that especially for cutting in vertical direction the hedge shears can be held in their ergonomically most favourable position whereby an early fatigue of the user is avoided.
Please proceed as follows to change the position of the handle:
Release switch (A). Pull back the locking pin (B) (Fig. 5). The handle is now unlocked and can be turned to the desired position (Fig. 6+7). In the desired end position, the pin locks back into place and securing the handle and avoiding an accidental change of the position.
Please bear in mind that the locking pin (B) can only be pulled back when the switch (A) is not activated (held down). Make sure that the locking pin locks into place again after repositioning the turning handle. Only then the switch can be activated anew.
9. Maintenance
Always disconnect the plug from the power socket before commencing any work on the machine.
Important: Always clean and oil the blades after prolonged use of the hedge trimmer. This will greatly affect the life of the equipment. Damaged cutting units must be properly repaired immediately. Clean the shearing blades with a dry cloth or – in case of heavier dirt – with a brush. Attention: Danger of injury!Oiling of the blades should ideally be carried out using an environmentally friendly lubricant (Fig. 8).
Sharpening of the blades
The blades generally do not need servicing and do not require resharpening if used correctly. In order to prevent injuries caused by the blades when not in use, the sharpened cutting blade should be covered by the blade cover (Fig. 9). The blades cannot be sharpened by the user without opening the equipment and the safety mechanism. Resharpening of the blades can therefore only be carried out at a specialist workshop.
Changing the blades
Only correct installation of the blades will guarantee problem- free operation and function of the above mentioned safety feature of the blades. Changing of the blades should therefore only be carried out at a specialist workshop.
10. Holding the hedge trimmer when in use (Fig. 10)
This equipment will enable you to cut or trim bushes and hedges easily and comfortably.
Trimming of hedges
-Young shoots are best cut in a scythe move ment.
-Older and stronger hedges are best cut in a sawing movement.
-Branches, which are too thick for the hedge trimmer, should be cut with a saw.
-Sides of hedges should be cut upwards in a taper.
In order to achieve an even height
-Fix a guide line at the required height.
-Cut evenly over this guide line.
11. Optimum safety
The 5 special features
To switch on the hedge trimmer one of the switch bars on the hand grip (A or B) and the switch on the
Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will stop in max. 0.2 sec. when one of the two switches is released.
Blade safety rail (Fig. 9)
The cutting blade set back from the blade housing reduces the risk of injuries due to unintentional body contact. As soon as the hedge trimmer is switched off, the sharp cutting blades will stop - due to safety reasons
-exactly under the cover rail in order to reduce the risk of injuries during transport.
Impact protector (Fig. 11)
The extended guide rail prevents unpleasant shocks (blade recoil) being transmitted to the operator due to impact with solid objects (wall, ground etc.).
Gear protection feature
If solid objecst are caught in the cutting blade and jam the motor, switch off the machine at once, disconnect the power plug from the power socket, remove the object and continue with the work.
The equipment is also fitted with an overload cutout, which protects the gears against mechanical damage in the event of blade jams.
12. Storing the trimmer after use
The hedge shears must be stored such that there is no danger of injuries being caused to persons by the cutting blades!
Important note: The shearing blades should be cleaned after each use.(see also Section 9. Maintenance).This will considerably increase the service life of the device. Please use a lubricator that is not harmful to the environ- ment , e. g. our service spray. Then put the shears in their case with the cutting blades first.
13.Repair service
Repairs to electric power tools should only be carried out by specialist electrical personnnel.
