Storage And Transport; Disposal And Recycling - Scheppach PHT600 Originalanleitung

4. Firmly connect the spark plug connector.
5. Use an insulated pair of tongs to press the spark
plug against the engine body (away from the
spark plug hole).
6. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the position „I„.
7. Firmly pull the cranking rope on the cranking han-
dle. A spark between the electrodes is a sign of
proper functioning.
Silencer / exhaust outlet
Do not retighten the silencer screws when the engine
is hot.
1. Check the tight seat of the screws (G) on the si-
lencer (H) on a regular basis. If they are loose,
tighten them hand-tight.
2. Clean the exhaust outlet (K) on a regular basis.
Care
Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly after each appli-
cation so that the faultless function is kept.
Wear protective gloves when cleaning the cutting de-
vice.
• Clean the case with a soft brush or a dry cloth.
Water, solvents and polishing agents shall not be
applied.
• Check that the ventilation slots for the motor cool-
ing are free (risk of overheating).
• Clean the cutting device on a regular basis using a
brush or a cloth. Never clean the knives with water
(Risk of corrosion!)
• Clean and oil all moving parts regularly.
• Never use any grease!
• Use for instance environmentally acceptable spray
oil.
Maintenance schedule
Operation - Maintenance interval
Adjust the cutting device If required Adjust the idle
speed If required Tighten the silencer screws If re-
quired
Clean/replace the fuel filter. If required Clean/replace
the air filter Every 8 hours of operation (more fre-
quent in case of dusty environments) Lubricate the
gearbox Every 20 hours of operation, at least once
in a year
Service information
Please note that the following parts of this product
are subject to normal or natural wear and that the fol-
lowing parts are therefore also required for use as
consumables.
Wear parts*: Cutting device, spark plug, air filter, fuel
filter
* Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery!
30 | GB

11. Storage and Transport

Storage
Store unused devices with attached protective cover
in a dry, locked place out of the reach of children.
To extend the service life of the hedge trimmer and
guarantee smooth operation, before storing for a
longer period.
• Thoroughly clean the device.
• Treat all movable parts with an environmentally
friendly. oil.
• Never use any grease!
• Slide the protective cover on the cutting device.
• Remove the spark plug connector.
• Empty the fuel tank completely.
• Dispose of remaining fuel in an environmentally
compatible manner.
• Operate the engine until the carburettor is empty.
Transport
To transport the device stop the engine and wait until
the cutting device does not longer move. Attach the
protective cover.
Carry the device with the front handle.
When transporting the device within a car put it in
the boot or on a separate loading area. Secure the
hedge trimmer against tipping over, damages and fu-
el spillage.

12. Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it
from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in
this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equip-
ment and its accessories are made of various types
of material, such as metal and plastic. Defective
components must be disposed of as special waste.
Ask your dealer or your local council.
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