Maintenance And Cleaning - Kamikaze Volpi Originale KV390 Manual Del Usuario

15. Maintenance and cleaning

Tools to be repaired must be sent to Customer Assistance Service. Use original part keeps the
tool good condition and safe.
Disconnect the battery from the tool before checking, maintaining and repairing the pruning
shear, to avoid risk of unexpected activation of the tool.
Warning!
In specific situations of very hard use, the blade and the handle could reach high temperatures. It is
recommended to handle the pruner with care, using protective gloves.
Please wear glove before you check the blade is sharp or not, that isto avoid blade hurt you.
Check the pruning shear frequently, this will keep tool safe and reliable.
• Frequent checking of the tool will make it safe and reliable.
• Do not spray the tool or immerse it in water, it may cause a short circuit inside the tool.
• Keep the tool clean and free of any element that hinders the proper ventilation of the motor, use a
damp cloth to clean the tool. Do not use detergents or solvents to clean the tool.
• Clean the blade after each use, protect it with suitable oil or grease.
• Regularly clean wood debris and other impurities from inside the tool.
15.1 Sharpening
This step is critical because it determines the quality of cut, blade life, and autonomy and battery life.
The harder it is to cut, the more energy your machine will use.
• When you notice that the cuts are slower or when you feel more resistance, check the blade and
sharpen the edge.
• The frequency of sharpening depends on the properties of the wood being cut 8hadness and
diameter), the number of cuts per hour and condition of blade edge. Special sharpening stone and
oil are provided to keep the cutting edge clean and in good condition, but it is recommended to
visit your dealer periodically to maintain a professional sharpening.
• In the early stages of use, to get an idea of how often you will need to sharpen the blades, check
the blade edge every 15 minutes.
• Adjust the clearance of the moving blade to ensure that the cut is clean and accurate. The gap
between the blades should be checked regularly as friction wears the blades where they come
into contact. The nut is designed to block its position with the central screw which allows
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