MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Wear head protection when operating this equipment above shoulder level. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine, disconnect the plug from power source and wait for all moving parts to stop. Failure to follow these instruc- tions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please call
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
WARNING:
Blades are sharp. When handling the blade assembly, wear
LUBRICATING THE BLADE
See Figure 9.
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge trimmer blade before and after each use.
Stop the motor and disconnect plug from power supply.
Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply light weight machine oil along the edge of the top blade.
If you will be using the hedge trimmer for an extended period, it is advisable to oil the blade during use.
NOTE: Do not oil while the hedge trimmer is running.
Stop the motor and disconnect plug from power supply.
Lubricate the hedge trimmer as described above.
Reconnect plug to the power source and resume use.
SHARPENING THE BLADE
See Figure 10.
Allow the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop in the position shown. This will allow clearance for the file between the cutter teeth and the guard teeth.
Disconnect the plug from the power source.
Clamp the blade assembly in a vise and file the exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth with an 8 in. smooth round file, 1/4 in. or 7/32 in. in diameter. Be sure to retain the original angle of the tooth when filing.
Remove the hedge trimmer from the vise, reconnect plug to the power source, and restart the hedge trimmer. Al- low the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop so that the unsharpened edges on the other side of the cutter blade teeth are exposed.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and repeat the sharpening procedure as described above.
CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
Stop the motor and disconnect plug from power supply.
Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer, using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene.
TRANSPORTING AND STORING
See Figure 11.
Always place the blade cover on the blade before storing or transporting the hedge trimmer. Use caution to avoid the sharp teeth of the blade.
Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. Store the hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is inacces- sible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and
