Stiga SH 56 Instructions for Use of the Equipment, Switching on/off the hedge shears, Maintenance

Securing the extension lead (Fig. 2)

Only use extension leads suitable for outside use. The cross section of the wire (max. length of extension cord: 75m) must be at least 1,5 mm². Secure the equipment flex to the extension lead by inserting the extension lead into the strain relief gap of the housing.

Extension leads longer than 30 m will reduce the performance 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 connec- tions 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 shears

Please be sure to stand safely when you switch the hedge shears on. This hedge shears have a 2-hand safety switch. To switch the device on both switches A and B (Fig. 1) must be pushed and held fast. To switch the device off release both switches. The motor is already turned off if one of the two switches is released.

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. 3).

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 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.

9.Holding the Hedge Trimmer when in Use (Fig. 4)

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.

a) Two-hand safety switch (Fig. 1)

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 depressed. As soon as one of the switches is released, the trimmer blades will stop immediately.

b) 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.

c) Blade safety rail (Fig. 5+6)

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.

d) Impact protector (Fig. 5)

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.