Husqvarna 600H - Manual (Page 17)

through the holes of the handle into the threads in
the housing and tighten.
Power connection
The machine can only be connected to a single­
phase a.c. current connection.
The machine is protectively insulated in accordance
with classification II of VDE 0740 and can there­
fore be connected to sockets without earth
connections. Before using the machine ensure
that the mains current agrees with the operating
voltage data on the machine’s identification plate.
Power Circuit Breaker
Machines which wiii be used in different out­
side iocations must be connected to a Power
Circuit Breaker.
Securing the extension lead
Only use extension leads suitable for outside use.
Secure the equipment flex to the extension lead
by means of a loop (Fig. 5).
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 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. 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 property repaired immediately.
Oiling of the blades should ideally be carried out
using an environmentally friendly lubricant (Fig. 6).
Sharpening of the blades
The blades generally do not need servicing and
do not require resharpening if used correctly. In
order to prevent injuries caused by the blades
when not in use, the sharpened cutting blade
should be covered by the blade cover (Fig. 4).
• The blades cannot be sharpened by the user with­
out opening the equipment and the safety mecha­
nism. Resharpening of the blades can therefore
only be carried out at a specialist workshop.
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 also only be carried
out at a specialist workshop.
8. Holding the Hedge Trimmer when in
Use (Fig. 7)_____________________________
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 move­
ment.
- Older and stronger hedges are best cut in a
sawing movement.
- Branches, which are too thick for the hedge trim­
mer, 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.
9. 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.
Two-handed safety switch (Fig. 3)
To switch on the hedge trimmer, one of the 2 switching
bars in the rear handle (A or B) as well as the
switch in the top handle (C) must be depressed.
As soon as one of the switches is released, the
trimmer blades will stop immediately.
The extended cutting height:
If you intend to cut higher areas of hedges, take
your hand away from the front handle and activate
with this hand the second safety switch in the rear
handle (see fig. 8).
A
Attention: Using the machine this way, it is
clear that the gravity centre changes. Make
sure to stand firmly to avoid slipping and to
exclude possible injuries. In case of each way to
activate the switches make sure that the blades
show away from the operator!
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