Oregon HT255 instruction manual Cutting Hedges, When to CUT, Basic Cutting, Cutting Vertically

OREGON® CORDLESS TOOL SYSTEM
	OPERATING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
HEDGE TRIMMER MODEL HT255

CUTTING HEDGES

WHEN TO CUT

The ideal time to trim hedges varies by plant type, but it is generally a good practice to trim during periods of slow growth, after blooming is complete. Consult with a local plant nursery for tips on trimming specific plants.

Observe all applicable national and municipal rules and regulations for cutting hedges.

BASIC CUTTING

WARNING: ALWAYS BE SURE OF FOOTING AND HOLD THE HEDGE TRIMMER FIRMLY WITH BOTH HANDS WHILE THE MOTOR IS RUNNING.

Check the hedge for foreign objects prior to cutting to avoid damaging the blades. Remove any objects that may impede cutting.

Assume the proper grip and stance and start the hedge trimmer. Hold the hedge trimmer with the cutting blades angled 5–10° toward the direction of the cut (Fig. 16).

FIG. 16

5–10°

DIRECTION OF CUT

IMPORTANT: THE CUTTING BLADES OCCASIONALLY BIND AND STOP MOVING WHEN MATERIAL BECOMES LODGED IN THE CUTTING BLADES OR IF CUTTING BLADES CONTACT A WIRE OR CHAIN-LINK FENCE. SEE “CORRECTING BLADE BIND”TO LEARN HOW TO FIX THIS.

CUTTING SEQUENCE

If the hedge is well-trained, focus on trimming new growth until the hedge is in the desired shape.

Once any large branches are removed, use the hedge trimmer to trim the sides of the hedge to the desired length. Trim the top of hedge last after the sides are complete.

CUTTING VERTICALLY

When cutting the sides of the hedge, start at the bottom of the hedge. Hold the hedge trimmer with the cutting blades angled 5–10° toward the direction of the cut. Move down the line of the hedge, sweeping the hedge trimmer slowly up and down in a wide arc (Fig. 17).

FIG. 17

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