Start Up; Working Instructions; Electrical Connection - Scheppach HTE550 Original Bedienungsanleitung

Attaching the extension cable (Fig. 4)
Plug the extension cable coupling onto the plug of the
device.
Pull the extension cable through the cable strain relief
(8) as a loop and hook it in.
Make sure that the extension cable has enough slack.

10. Start up

m Attention!
Always make sure the device is fully assembled
before commissioning!
Attaching the extension cable, Fig. 4
Plug the extension cable coupling onto the plug of the
device.
Pull the extension cable through the cable holder (8) as
a loop and hook it in.
Make sure that the extension cable has enough slack.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
Starting and stopping the hedge trimmer, Fig. 6
Starting the device: Press the trigger (2) on the rear
handle and simultaneously press the front switch bar
(4) on the front handle (5) with the other hand.
Stopping the device: Release one of the two switches
(2 or 4).

11. Working instructions

m WARNING:
The device must never be switched on or used
before it has been fully assembled.
For your own safety, please thoroughly read this
manual and the general safety instructions before
turning the machine on.
Hints and tips when cutting hedges Fig. 5
• The extension cable must remain behind the hedge
trimmer during cutting so that it cannot be caught
by the blades.
• Ensure your have a secure footing, hold the device
with both hands and switch it on.
• Cut the hedge from both ends, starting at the
bottom. This way, you avoid cutting debris falling into
the area that is still to be cut.
• Run the device lightly over the surface of the hedge.
Do not attempt to cut too deeply.
• Then cut the upper part of the hedge.
• For older hedges that need more pruning, first cut
off thicker branches and twigs with pruning shears
before using the device to trim the hedge.
• Make sure to remove any foreign objects from the
hedges (e.g. wire), since it may damage the cutting
unit of the hedge trimmer.
• Attention! The blades are still running! Do not stop
the blades with your hand.
ATTENTION:
Incorrect use and misuse can damage the hedge
trimmer and cause severe injuries due to thrown out
parts.
To minimise the risk of accidents by using the cutting
blade, take note of the following points:
• Never cut shrubs or timbers with a diameter of more
than 1.8 cm.
• Avoid contact with metal bodies, stones, etc.
• Periodically check the cutting blade for damages.
Never continue to use a damaged cutting blade.
• When the cutting blade becomes apparently blunt,
it must be sharpened by a qualified specialist. When
the cutting blade is apparently out of balance, it must
be replaced.

12. Electrical connection

The electrical motor installed is connected and ready
for operation. The connection complies with the
applicable VDE and DIN provisions.
The customer's mains connection as well as the
extension cable used must also comply with these
regulations.
Damaged electrical connection cable
The insulation on electrical connection cables is often
damaged.
This may have the following causes:
• Pressure points, where connection cables are
passed through windows or doors.
• Kinks where the connection cable has been
improperly fastened or routed.
• Places where the connection cables have been cut
due to being driven over.
• Insulation damage due to being ripped out of the wall
outlet.
• Cracks due to the insulation ageing.
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