Description Of The Device; Initial Startup; Operation; Transport - Kärcher MT HT 550/36 Bedienungsanleitung

Description of the device

The maximum amount of equipment is described in
these operating instructions. Depending on the model
used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see
packaging).
See graphics page for illustrations
Illustration A
Blade guard
1
Cutting blade
2
Cut material sweep
3
Shaft
4
Type plate
5
Lever lock
6
Lever for adjusting the cutting angle
7

Initial startup

Assembling the Multi-Tool
1. Connect the shaft with the coupling of the Multi-Tool
(see operating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp).
Illustration B
Fitting the cut material sweep
1. Install the cut material sweep.
Illustration C

Operation

New users should be instructed by an experienced
person and practice handling and techniques be-
fore carrying out any work.
Adjusting the cutting angle
The angle between the shaft and hedge trimmer can be
adapted to the working conditions.
Illustration D
CAUTION
Sharp cutting blade
Incision injuries
Wear protective gloves when working on the cutting
blade.
1. Mount the blade guard.
Illustration E
2. Place the device on a flat surface.
3. Press the handle lock.
Illustration F
The handle for adjusting the cutting angle is un-
locked.
4. Press the handle for setting the cutting angle.
Illustration G
5. Adjust the angle between the shaft and hedge trim-
mer.
6. Release the handle for setting the cutting angle.
Make sure that the handle engages in a notch.
7. Release the handle lock.
The handle for setting the cutting angle is locked.
8. Remove the blade guard.
Operation
CAUTION
Risk of injury from sharp blades
Wear safety goggles and protective gloves when work-
ing on the device.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to uncontrolled movements of the
device
Always hold the device firmly with both hands.
Always wear the carrying belt.
1. Check the cutting material for foreign bodies, such
as film, wires, stones or posts, and remove them as
necessary.
2. Remove the blade guard.
Illustration H
3. Switch on the device, see operating manual Multi-
Tool MT 36 Bp.
4. Trim the hedge.
Illustration I
1. Remove the battery pack from the device (see oper-
ating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp).
2. Clean the device (see Chapter Cleaning the de-
vice).
Disassembling the Multi-Tool
1. Disconnect the accessories from the Multi-Tool (see
Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp operating instructions).
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transporta-
tion.
WARNING
Uncontrolled startup
Incision injuries
With the Multi-Tool assembled, remove the battery pack
from the device before transporting it.
Transport the device only with the blade guard fitted.
 Secure the device against slipping and tipping over
when transporting in vehicles.
Clean the device before storing (see Chapter Cleaning
the device).
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
WARNING
Uncontrolled startup
Incision injuries
With the Multi-Tool assembled, remove the battery pack
from the device before storage.
Store the device only with the blade guard fitted.
1. Remove the carrying belt.
2. Disassemble the Multi-Tool if necessary (see oper-
ating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp).
3. Store the device in a dry, well ventilated location.
Keep away from corrosive substances such as gar-
den chemicals and defrosting salt. Do not store the
device outdoors.

Care and service

WARNING
Uncontrolled startup
Incision injuries
English
Ending operation

Transport

Storage

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