Operation; Working Position - Echo DPAS-HCA Manual De Instrucciones

NOTE
 This product is designed to cut shrubs and hedges with branches no larger than 6 mm in diameter.
 When you first use this product under low temperature after purchase, it may not operate smoothly in rare instances. This
phenomenon does not indicate a product failure. In this case, condition the unit to room temperature (normal temperature),
and turn on and off power to the unit repeatedly before use.
Before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed;
 Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.
 Never adjust blades when the unit is operating.
 Check that the blade assembly is firmly attached and in safe operating condition. Dull, loose or damaged blades should not
be used.
 Make sure the lock latch is securely locked.
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings.
 Always switch off the unit and remove the battery, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
 Do not start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit.
 Never reach into any opening while the unit is running. Moving parts may not be visible through openings.
 Never remove hands from unit when blades are moving.

Operation

WARNING

Working Position

 Hold the control handle with your right hand, and the shaft with
your left hand.
 Your left arm should be extended to the most comfortable po-
sition.
Using the Hedge Trimmer
Preparations
 Use lopping shears to cut thick branches first.
Cutting Sequence
 If a radial cut is necessary, cut a little at a time in several
passes.
Cutting Techniques
 Vertical cut:
 Swing the blade up and down in an arc as you move
along the hedge. Use both sides of the cutting blade.
 Cut without standing directly next to the hedge, e.g. with
a flower bed between operator and hedge.
 Overhead Cut:
 Hold the shaft upright with a 90° blade angle to cut an
upper surface of a hedge.
 Horizontal Cut:
 Hold the cutting blade at an angle of 0° to 10° as you
swing the hedge trimmer horizontally.
 Swing the blade in an arc towards the outside of the
hedge so that the cuttings are swept on to the ground.
 Cut without standing directly in front of the hedge, e.g.
reach over a flower bed.
 Cut close to the ground from a standing position, e.g., for
low shrubs.
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Operation