Stihl HSE 61 Gebrauchsanleitung Seite 24

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3 Using the Unit
3.1 Cutting Season
Observe country-specific or municipal rules and
regulations for cutting hedges.
Do not use your power tool during other people's
rest periods.
3.2 Preparations
Use lopping shears or a chain saw to cut out
thick branches first.
3.3 Cutting Sequence
Cut the sides of the hedge first, then the top.
If a radical cut is necessary, cut a little at a time
in several stages.
3.4 Rotating handle
Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a rotating
handle to enhance user comfort – see chapter on
"Rotating Handle".
3.5 Disposal
Do not throw cuttings into the garbage can – they
can be composted.
3.6 Working Technique
3.6.1 Vertical cut
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Swing the cutting blade from the bottom upwards
in an arc – lower the nose of the blade, move
along the hedge and then swing the blade up
again in an arc.
Any working position above head height is tiring.
To minimize the risk of accidents, work in such
positions for short periods only.
3.6.2 Horizontal cut
Hold the cutting blade at an angle of 0° to 10° as
you swing the hedge trimmer horizontally, using
both sides of the blade.
Swing the cutting blade in an arc towards the
outside of the hedge so that the cuttings are
swept to the ground.
If the hedge is wide, cut it in several passes –
one hand on the front switch lever – one hand on
the control handle.
3 Using the Unit
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