Instruction Manual

HSE 60, HSE 70
English
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The voltage and frequency of your
power supply and the voltage and
frequency specified on the unit must be
the same. Use an extension cord
specifically approved for outdoor
applications.
Extension Cords
Listed by UL, W-A marking on cable
jacket indicates "outdoor use."
Appropriate extension cords are
available in special stores for electrical
equipment or from your STIHL dealer.
Extension cord reel
WARNING
If your extension cord is stored on a reel,
always unwind it completely before use.
A coiled extension cord can retard the
flow of electricity and cause overheating,
which can lead to a short circuit or fire.
The reel should be equipped with
thermal protection.
To reduce the risk of disconnection of
hedge trimmer cord from the extension
cord during operating and to relieve
strain on the hedge trimmer cord:
N Insert unit's plug(1) into extension
cord coupling(2).
Strain Relief (Cord Retainer)
N Make a loop(3) in the extension
cord and pass it through the
opening(4).
N Slip the loop over the strain relief
hook(5) and pull it tight. Secure
cord in position with cord lock
lever(6).
Connecting to Wall Outlet
N Connect the extension cord plug to
a properly installed wall outlet.
Polarized Plug
To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
this equipment has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). The
hedge trimmer plug will fit into a
polarized extension cord only one way. If
Connecting to Power Supply
Minimum wire size for extension cords
for 120Volt appliances:
Cord types SJW-A or SJTW-A
Round jacketed cords.
Cord length(ft) 25 50 100 150
Wire size(AWG) 18 16 16 14
21
446BA001 KN
3
6
5
4
446BA002 KN