Florabest FHT 600 C3 - Manual (Page 11)

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Cutting Techniques
• Cut thick branches beforehand using a
branch clippers.
• The double-sided cutter bar enables
cutting in both directions or, with a
swinging action, from one side to the
other.
• In case of vertical cutting, move the
hedge trimmer uniformly forward or up
and down in an arc movement.
• In case of horizontal cutting, move
the hedge trimmer in a sickle-shaped
movement to the edge of the hedge, so
that cut branches fall to the ground.
• In order to achieve long straight lines,
the placing of tensioned guiding cords
is recommended.
Cutting Shaped Hedges:
It is recommended that hedges be cut in
a trapezoidal shape, in order to prevent
stripping off of the lower branches. This
corresponds to the natural plant growth
and allows the hedge to thrive optimally.
During cutting, only the new annual
growths are reduced and thus a dense
branching and a good screen will develop.
1. Cut the sides of a hedge first.
To do this, move the hedge trim-
mer in the direction of growth
from bottom to top. If you cut
down from the top, the thinner
branches will move out, which
may result in some areas having
sparse growth or holes.
2. Cut the top edge, according to
taste, in a flat shape, roof shape
or rounded shape
3. Trim young plants to the required
shape. The main growth should
remain undamaged until the
hedge has reached the planned
height. All other shoots are lopped
off to half size.
Care of Free-Growing Hedges:
Free-growing hedges are not shaped when cut,
although they must be regularly maintained so
the hedge does not become too high.
Maintenance/Cleaning
Repair and servicing work not de-
scribed in this manual should always
be carried by our Service Centre.
Use only original parts.
This will prevent damage to the
equipment and any resulting per-
sonal injury.
Pull out the power plug before carry-
ing out any work on the equipment.
There is a risk of electrocution or of
injury from moving parts.
Wear gloves while handling the
blades. Risk of cuts.
Do not use any cleaning agents
or solvents. These could cause ir-
reparable damage to the equipment.
Chemical substances can attack the
plastic parts of the equipment.
Carry out the following maintenance and
cleaning work regularly. This will guarantee
a long and reliable service life.
• Before each use, check the hedge trimmer
for obvious defects such as loose, worn or
damaged parts. Check the secure seating
of the bolts in the cutter bar ( 2).
• Do not use the unit if the blades are
blunt or worn. This will overstress the
motor and gearbox of the machine.
• Check coverings and safety devices
( 1,3) for damage and correct seat-