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Work instructions
Warning!
Check that all parts are
firmly attached and obviously un-
damaged.
• Look over the working area and remove any
obstructions.
• Remove all foreign objects from the hedge,
such as wire or other parts, as these may
block or damage the cutting mechanism.
• Cut out thick branches beforehand using
pruning shears.
• Pick up the tool in both hands as specified.
• Always cut at full engine speed.
• Start cutting only with the cutting mecha-
nism running.
• The impact guard protects you against un-
pleasant impacts, e.g. recoil torque of the
cutter, when striking a solid object (wall,
ground, etc.).
• Never touch wire fences or the ground with
the running cutting mechanism.
• If cutting hedges over a prolonged period,
interrupt your work more frequently and oil
the cutter bar.
• Switch the engine off and unplug the power
supply cord:
- to remove blockages (jammed clippings)
from the cutting bar;
- if the unit behaviour changes or it vi-
brates unusually;
- if you have come into contact with for-
eign objects or the ground;
- when taking breaks and leaving the unit
unattended.
Note:
• If the power tool is damaged or vibrates
unusually, it must be repaired by a service
centre before it is used again.
• After use, stop the motor and wait until all
rotating parts have come to a standstill.
• Place the protection hood on the cutter bar.
• Cut the hedge in a trapezoidal shape. This
prevents the lower part of the hedge from
losing its foliage due to lack of light.
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• Cut the upper edges of the hedge slightly
round.
• Cut in several stages if heavy trimming is
required.
• Peg out a string line if you want to cut the
hedge evenly.
• Trim the young hedge plants to the required
shape. The main shoot should not be dam-
aged until the hedge has reached the re-
quired height. All other shoots can be cut
back to half their height.
• Dispose the clippings properly and in an en-
vironmentally friendly manner.
Cutting times:
- Deciduous hedges: June and October
- Evergreen hedges: April and August
- Fast growing hedges (e.g. conifers): from
May approx. every 6 weeks
Note:
Beware of nesting birds in the hedge.
Do not cut the hedge until birds have fledged
or do not cut this part of the hedge.
Care & Maintenance
Warning!
Before performing any
work on the tool, unplug the power
supply cord.
Clean the cutter bar after each use:
• Remove contamination, remains of blades
etc.
• Place the hedge trimmer on its side and ap-
ply a thin film of oil to the cutter bar. Prefer-
ably use environmentally friendly lubricants,
e.g. service sprays.
Warning!
Wear protective gloves
when handling the cutting bar!
Caution!
Do not oil the hedge trim-
mer while it is running.
Clean the unit after every use. Failure to clean
the unit can damage the materials and cause
malfunctions.
- Remove dirt and dust from the tool with a
paint brush or dry cloth.
- Place the protection hood on the cutter bar.
- Never spray the hedge trimmer with water.
- Keep the ventilation slots clean and free of
dust.
- Keep the tool, in particular its plastic com-
ponents, away from brake fluids, petrol,
petroleum products, penetrating oil, etc.
These substances may lead to damage.
- Do not store your hedge trimmer near ferti-
lisers and other garden chemicals. Danger
of corrosion.
- Store the appliance in a dry and frost-free
place (10-25 °C).
- Repairs may be carried out by an authorised
customer service centre only.
Replacement Parts
Warning!
Replacement parts must
conform with the requirements
specified by the manufacturer. Therefore
use original replacement parts only or
spare parts authorised by the manufactur-
er.
In case of service requests or spare parts,
please contact your local HORNBACH store or
write an email to: service@hornbach.com
