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Trimming a hedge - best method
• Apart from hedges the hedge trimmer may
also be used for cutting bushes.
• The best cutting effect is achieved when
holding the blade at an angle to the of approx.
15°.
• The opposite rotating knives cut on both sides,
and it is therefore possible to trim the hedge in
both directions.
• The side of the hedge are trimmed using curved
shaped movements from the bottom and upwards.
• Ideally a hedge should be wider at the
bottom than the top. This will improve light
penetration, keeping the hedge healthy. If
possible, trim both sides of the hedge.
• When trimming the sides of the hedge, trim
from the bottom upwards. This will ensure
there are no hedge trimmings obscuring or
interfering with your cut strokes. The blade
should not be forced to cut too deep. Cut
lightly through the surface of the hedge.
• When trimming the top of the hedge, trim away
from you but do not over-reach. It is much
wiser and safer to move along and cut within
your reach remaining on two feet at all times.
Safety transport
The hedge trimmer has a transport protection
Cover (8) for save transportation of the machine.
5. MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning and maintenance,
always switch off the machine and
remove the battery pack from the
machine.
Clean the machine casings regularly with a soft
cloth, preferably after each use. Make sure that
the ventilation openings are free of dust and
dirt. Remove very persistent dirt using a soft
cloth moistened with soapsuds. Do not use any
solvents such as gasoline, alcohol, ammonia,
etc. Chemicals such as these will damage the
synthetic components.
Cutting blade
• Always wear gloves when handling or cleaning
the cutting blade.
• Clean the cutting blade and spray with a
protective oil after every use. We recommend
lubricating the cutting blade with protective oil
at regular intervals during long working periods.
• Visually inspect the condition of the cutting
blade Check that the screws are firmly seated
in the cutter bar.
• Ensure that the blade guard is fitted on the
machine.
Storage
The hedge trimmer should be kept in a safe, dry
place, well out of the reach of children. Do not
place other objects on top of it.
ENVIRONMENT
Faulty and/or discarded electrical or
electronic apparatus have to be
collected at the appropriate recycling
locations.
Only for EC countries
Do not dispose of power tools into domestic waste.
According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EC for
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its
implementation into national right, power tools that
are no longer usable must be collected separately and
disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.
WARRANTY
FERM products are developed to the highest
quality standards and are guaranteed free of
defects in both materials and workmanship for the
period lawfully stipulated starting from the date
of original purchase. Should the product develop
any failure during this period due to defective
material and/or workmanship then contact your
FERM dealer directly.
The following circumstances are excluded from
this guarantee:
• Repairs and or alterations have been made
or attempted to the machine by unauthorized
service centers.
• Normal wear and tear.
• The tool has been abused, misused or
improperly maintained.
• Non-original spare parts have been used
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