Instruction manual

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Maintenance
Blades can cause injury. Remove battery from the machine during maintenance
work.
Note: To ensure long and reliable service, regularly carry out the following maintenance:
 Check for obvious defects such as loose, dislodged or damaged blades, loose fittings
and worn or damaged components.
 Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted. Carry out
necessary maintenance or repairs before using.
 If the hedge cutter should happen to fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and
testing, repair should be carried out by an authorized service agent.
Blade Maintenance
Blades can cause injury. Remove battery from the machine during maintenance
work.
Never clean the hedge blades in water (especially running water), as there is a
risk of personal injury and damage to the blades
 Wear gloves when handling or cleaning the cutting blade
 To obtain good cutting results, always make sure the blades are sharp and clean them
from time to time with a soft, dry cloth.
 Always clean the cutting blades after operation and lubricate with protective spray.
During longer cutting jobs, we recommend periodically lubricating the cutting blade
with protective spray.
 Visually check the condition of the cutting edges of the cutting blades. Check tightness
of blade bolts.
 Ensure that the blade is covered with the blade guard (supplied) when storing.
Cleaning / Storage
Remove the battery from the machine during storage. Take care not to short the
battery terminals with metallic objects.
 Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft brush and cloth. Do not use
water, solvents or polishes.
 Remove all debris, especially from the ventilation slots.
 Always lubricate the cutting blade with protective spray before storage.
 After use, cover the blades with the guard provided.
 Charge the battery 1 hour before storing.