Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
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play with the tool.
Change your working position regularly. Using the tool for a
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long time can lead to vibration-related circulation disorders
of the hands. You can extend the usage duration by using
appropriate gloves or by taking regular breaks. Note that
any personal predisposition to poor blood circulation, low
external temperatures or large gripping forces can reduce
the usage period.
10.9. If the tool vibrates
Clean the tool and remove any grass clippings that may be
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caught on the cutting head or in the protective cover (12)
(see section 11. Maintenance and care).
10.10. Removing blockages
WARNING!
Switch off the tool and remove the batteries from the tool
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before working on the cutting tool!
Wear protective gloves to avoid injury.
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Remove the cause of the blockage from the cutting tool.
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11. Maintenance and care
WARNING!
Danger due to moving parts! Switch off the tool before
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carrying out any maintenance work and remove the
batteries from the tool.
Have all repair and maintenance work not described in
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these instructions carried out by our Service Centre or a
qualified electrician. Only use original replacement parts.
Carry out maintenance and cleaning work regularly.
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Many faults and accidents are due to inadequate mainte-
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nance and care.
11.1. Cleaning the tool
DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Do not immerse the tool in water or other liquids and do
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not spray it with water to clean it.
CAUTION!
Pay attention to the line cutter (33) when cleaning the
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protective cover (12). Otherwise you could cut yourself.
ATTENTION!
Do not use detergents or solvents. These may damage the
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surfaces.
The motor unit must always be kept clean, dry and free
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from oil or grease.
Use a brush or lightly moistened cloth to clean the motor
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unit, ventilation slots, handles and shaft tubes.
Clean the protective cover (12) and the cutting tool after
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each use. Remove grass clippings and soil using a brush.
Cleaning the hedge trimmer
The hedge trimmer must be cleaned of sawdust at regular
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intervals.
Check the hedge trimmer for loose screws on the cutter
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bar (75) and tighten them if necessary.
Remove stuck cuttings.
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Maintain the cutter bar using an oil spray or an oil can.
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Cleaning the pole pruner
The pole pruner must be cleaned of sawdust at regular
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intervals.
Remove the chain sprocket cover (56).
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Remove the saw chain (59) from the blade (60) and
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clean them both thoroughly.
Keep the saw chain sharp and check the tension; check the
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oil level and the oil supply.
Cleaning the strimmer / 3-tooth blade
Remove stuck cuttings.
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Keep the 3-tooth cutting blade (20) sharp to facilitate your
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work.
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