Operation; Replacing The Power Cable - EINHELL GC-HH 9048 Originalbetriebsanleitung

45°/0°/45°/90°).
Make sure that the lock release latches in place
correctly!

6. Operation

Connect the hedge trimmer power cable to the
plug (Fig. 7/Item B) and secure the power cable
(Fig. 7/Item 5) with the strain-relief clip (Fig. 7/
Item 4).
On/Off switch
Important! To prevent accidental start-up, the
hedge trimmer is equipped with a safety switch
(Fig. 6/Item 8) which must be pressed before the
ON/OFF switch (Fig. 6/Item 7) can be pressed.
If the ON/OFF switch is released, the equipment
switches off . Repeat this process several times,
so that you are sure that your equipment functions
properly.
Please watch out for the cutters as they slow
down to a standstill.
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Please check that the cutters work properly.
The twin-bladed cutters rotate in opposite
directions, thus guaranteeing high cutting
performance and smooth operation.
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Before use, fasten the extension cable in the
stress-relief clip (see Fig. 7).
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When working outdoors, use extension
cables that are approved for that purpose.
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Ensure that you have a good footing. Firmly
hold the hedge trimmer with both hands at
a safe distance from your body. Before swit-
ching the hedge trimmer on, make sure that it
is not touching anything.
Working with the hedge trimmer
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An electric hedge trimmer can be used to cut
shrubs and bushes as well as hedges.
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The twin-bladed cutters rotate in opposite
directions, thus enabling cutting in both direc-
tions (see Figure 8).
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It is recommended to tie a guide line of string
along the hedge so that you cut the hedge to
a level height. Cut off all branches which pro-
trude beyond the guide line (see Figure 9).
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Cut the sides of the hedge using a sweeping
motion from the bottom up (see Figure 10).
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Be sure to comply with noise protection re-
gulations and local ordinances. Use of the
hedge trimmer may be restricted or prohibited
GB
on certain days (e.g. Sundays and holidays),
at certain times of the day (midday, nighttime)
or in particular areas (e.g. health resorts, cli-
nics, etc.).
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When you are cutting, ensure that you do not
come into contact with any objects such as
wire fences or plant supports. This may da-
mage the cutter bar.
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Firmly hold the hedge trimmer in both hands,
with one hand on the rear handle and the
other hand on the front handle. Your fingers
and thumbs should be wrapped around the
handles.
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If a solid object blocks the cutter, immediately
switch off the hedge trimmer, disconnect the
power plug and remove the object.
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Always continue moving away from the power
outlet as you work. Decide on the direction of
cut before you start working.
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Make sure that the extension cable stays out
of the work area. Never route the cable over
the hedge where it could easily by caught by
the cutter blades.
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Avoid subjecting the hedge trimmer to exces-
sive stress while you are working.
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Cutting hedges in the shape of a trapezoid is
recommended to prevent the lower branches
from going bare. This corresponds to natural
plant growth and allows your hedge to flou-
rish. If you only cut back the new seasonal
shoots when you are trimming, you will have a
dense hedge which provides good privacy.

7. Replacing the power cable

Danger!
If the power cable for this equipment is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
after-sales service or similarly trained personnel
to avoid danger.
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