Product Description; Designated Use (01); Possible Foreseeable Misuse; Residual Dangers - AL-KO SOLO HTA 4245 Manual De Instrucciones

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2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The hedge trimmer attachment let's you remove
thin branches and new growth from hedges and
bushes comfortably and safely from the ground.
The eliminates the time-consuming and danger-
ous work on a ladder.
2.1

Designated use (01)

The hedge trimmer attachment may only be used
in interaction with the basic appliance. The whole
appliance is intended to remove thin branches
and new growth of hedges and bushes from the
ground. The user must stand firmly on the ground
(01).
The branches to be cut off should be not more
than 16 mm.
The basic appliance as well as the attachments
are solely intended for use in non-commercial ap-
plications. Any other use, as well as unauthorised
conversions or add-ons, are regarded as contrary
to the intended use and will result in invalidation
of the warranty as well as loss of conformity (CE
mark); the manufacturer will thus decline any re-
sponsibility for damage and/or injury suffered by
the user or third parties.
2.2

Possible foreseeable misuse

■
Never press the hedge trimmer attachment
quickly and with force through the branches
to be cut off. Adjust your work movements to
the speed of the appliance.
■
Never remove branches jammed in the cutter
bar when the appliance is running.
■
Do not operate the appliance standing on a
ladder.
■
Only use one extension pipe, even if further
extension pipes are available.
2.3

Residual dangers

Even during correct use of the appliance, there is
always a certain residual risk that cannot be ex-
cluded. Depending on the use, the following po-
tential risks can be derived from the type and
construction of the appliance:
■
Contact with falling branches and cut-off
branches flying around
■
Contact with branches under tension
16
■
Inhalation of cuttings particles if no breathing
protection is worn.
■
Cutting injuries on the cutter bar
■
Injuries caused by parts of the cutter bar
breaking off
2.4 Symbols on the hedge trimmer
attachment
Symbol Meaning
Pay special attention when handling
this product!
Minimum distance of 10 m to elec-
trical cables and live lines.
Read the operating instructions be-
fore starting operation.
Wear protective glasses and ear
defenders!
Wear safety boots!
Wear protective gloves!
Protect the appliance from rain and
moisture!
2.5

Safety and protective devices

Protective cover of the cutting blade
Before transport, the protective cover must be
pushed onto the cutting blade to avoid injuries to
persons and damage to objects.
Product description
HTA 4245