Stiga SH 54 Instructions for use of the equipment, Switching on/off, Maintenance, Optimum safety

Extension leads longer than 30 m will reduce the perfor- mance of the machine.

6.Instructions for use of the equipment

Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet hedges!

Check the hedge trimmer flex and its connections before each and every use for visible signs of damage (disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a faulty flex.

Gloves:

Protective gloves must be worn when using the hedge trimmer.

7. Switching on/off

The hedge trimmer is switched on by concurrently pushing the rear switch lever and the shackle-type switch at the front handle (Fig. 4). To switch the device off let go of the two switches.

8. 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.

Oiling of the blades should ideally be carried out using an environmentally friendly lubricant (Fig. 5).

Sharpening of the blades

The blades generally do not need servicing and do not require resharpening if used correctly.

Changing the blades

Only correct installation of the blades will guarantee prob- lem-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.

9.Holding the hedge trimmer when in use

(Fig. 6)

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 movement.

-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.

10.Optimum safety

The 5 special features two-hand safety switch, quick blade stop, protective cover, blade safety rail and impact protector are fitted to provide the hedge trimmer with optimum safety features.

Attention!

If you find out that safety functions, such as the 2-switch mechanism or the safety stop, are not functioning while working with the hedge shears, immediately cease working and take the machine to a specialised shop for repairing.

Two-hand safety switch (Fig. 4)

To switch on and to run the hedge trimmer you need both hands: The switching bar in the rear handle as well as the switch in the front handle must be de-pressed. As soon as one of the switches is released, the trimmer blades will stop immediately.

Quick blade stop

In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will stop in max. 0.5 sec. when one of the two switches is released.

Blade safety rail (Fig. 7)

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 immediately.

Impact protector (Fig. 1)

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 objects 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 cut-out, which protects the gears against mechanical damage in the event of blade jams.

11. 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 8. 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.

12.Environmental protection

If your hedge shears should one day have been used in such an intensive way that they must be replaced or if you do not use them any longer please do not forget about the protection of our environment. Electric devices, their accessories and packaging must not be disposed of over the usual household rubbish, but should be subject to environmentally friendly recycling processes in accordance with the appropriate local regulations.

13. Repair service

Repairs to electric power tools should only be carried out by specialist electrical personnel.

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