IKRA HHSI 5246 Instrucciones De Manejo página 16

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Thoroughly
looked-after cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are jamming less often and are easier to guide.
g) Use power tools, accessories, add-on tools,
etc. in accordance with these instructions and
in the way prescribed for the respective type
of tool. You should also consider the working
conditions and the work to be carried out. The
use of power tools for purposes other than those
intended for the respective tool may result in dan-
gerous situations.
5) Service
a) Have the power tool serviced by qualified tech-
nical personnel only; repairs should be carried
out using exclusively original spare parts. This
will ensure the safe operation of the power tool.
Safety instructions for hedge trimmers:
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Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting
blades. Do not try to remove cut-off matter with
the tool running. Do not try to hold material to be
cut off with your hand. Remove cut-off matter that
is stuck between the blades only with the tool be-
ing switched off! When working with hedge trimmers
even a short moment of inattentiveness may result in
severe injury.
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Hold the power tool by its insulated handling
surfaces as the cutting blades might get in touch
with the tool's own power cable. If the cutting
blades should accidentally cut into a live power cable
this might turn metal parts of the tool 'hot' thereby
causing an electric shock.
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Carry the hedge trimmer at the handle with the
cutting blades standing still. Always put on the
protection cover when transporting or storing the
hedge trimmer. Careful handling reduces the risk of
injury through the cutting blades.
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Keep the cable away from the cutting area. When
working with the trimmer the cable might be hidden in
bushes and accidentally cut through.
- The hedge trimmer should always be held with
both hands.
- Before using the equipment clear the working
area of any foreign objects and be aware of for-
eign objects during operation of the machine!
- Do not use the trimmer in wet weather and do
not use it to cut wet hedges. Do not wash down
the device with water. Do not use any high-
pressure cleaning devices or steam jet devices
for cleaning.
- In line with agricultural Trade Association Regula-
tions only persons over the age of 17 may work
on their own with electric hedge trimmers. Use is
permitted for persons over 16 years if the work is
carried out under the supervision of adults.
- Equipment which will be used in different outside
locations should be connected via residual cur-
rent - operated current breakers.
- For initial use of the hedge trimmer we would rec-
ommend that in addition to reading the operating
instructions, you also seek a practical demonstra-
tion from an expert.
- Always ensure that all protective devices and
handles are properly fitted. Never attempt to use
an incomplete machine.
- Never try to use an incomplete tool or a tool that
has been modified in a way that has not been
approved.
- Familiarize yourself with the working area and pay
attention to possible dangers which you might not
be able to hear due to the noise of the machine.
- Avoid to use the hedge trimmer in poor weather
conditions, especially if there is a risk of a thun-
derstorm.
5. Before use
Assembly of the protection shield (Fig. 1)
Slide the included protection shield (2) over the blade rail
and fix it from both sides at the housing using 2 screws
on each side as shown in Fig. 1.
Power connection
The machine can only be connected to a singlephase
a.c. current connection. The machine is protectively in-
sulated in accordance with classification II of VDE 0740.
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 will be used in different outside
locations must be connected to a power circuit
breaker.
Securing the extension cable (Fig. 2)
Use extension cables approved for outdoor use only.
For a length of up to 75 m, the cable's cross section
must be > 1.5mm². First, connect the device's plug to
your connection/mains cable. Then, form a loop with
the connection cable and slide this loop through the
cable guide at the hedge trimmer's housing. Now put
the loop over the strain relief hook (6) as shown in the
corresponding figure.
Extension cables with a length of more than 30 m reduce
the machine's performance.
6. Instructions foruse 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 dam-
age (disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a faulty
flex.
Gloves:
Protective gloves must be worn when using the
hedge trimmer.
• Before you start trimming, cut off any branches with a
diameter of more than 16 mm using pruning shears.
• First, trim the lateral areas from the lower to the upper
edges. Cut the top as desired – straight, rooflike or
round (Fig. 3).
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