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Idiomas disponibles
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Always wear long trousers and long sleeves when
operating the tool
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Keep other persons and animals at a distance of 5
metres when using the tool
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Take a secure stance when working (do not overreach,
especially when using steps or a ladder)
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In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool and remove battery
AFTER USE
Store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out
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of reach of children
- store the battery pack separately from the tool
BATTERIES
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The battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure
full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery
in the battery charger before using your power tool for the
first time)
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Only use the following batteries and chargers with
this tool
- SKIL battery: BR1*41****
- SKIL charger: CR1*41****
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Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be
replaced
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Do not disassemble the battery
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Do not expose tool/battery to rain
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Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery):
- when charging 4...40°C
- during operation –20...+50°C
- during storage –20...+50°C
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/BATTERY
3 Read the instruction manual before use
4 Batteries may explode when disposed of in fire, so do not
burn battery for any reason
5 Store tool/charger/battery in locations where temperature
will not exceed 50°C
6 Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by flying
debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area)
7 Wear protective glasses and hearing protection
8 Do not expose tool to rain
9 Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together
with household waste material
USE
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Charging battery
! read the safety warnings and instructions
provided with the charger
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Removing/installing the battery 2
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Battery level indicator q
- press the battery level indicator button J to show the
current battery level qa
! when the lowest level of the battery indicator
starts flashing red for 10s after pressing button J
qb, the battery is nearly depleted.
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Battery protection
The tool is suddenly being switched off or prevented from
being switched on, when
- the load is too high --> remove load and restart
- the battery is empty --> the 4 levels of the battery
level indicator starts flashing red for 10s; Remove the
battery from the tool and charge the battery qc
- the battery temperature is not within the allowable
operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C -->
4 levels of the battery level indicator keep solid red for
10s; wait until battery has returned within the allowable
operating temperature range qd
! do not continue to press the on/off switch after the
tool is switched off automatically; battery may be
damaged
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on/off switch w
! Make sure you have a secure and balanced
footing.
- Depress and hold the front switch lever K
- Pressing the knob B
- switch on the tool by pressing the trigger switch F
- switch off the tool by releasing the trigger switch F
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Operating the tool
! start trimming only when motor is running
! do not cut ground covering plants in order to
prevent earth/sand from damaging cutting blades
E
! do not overload the tool by cutting stems larger
than 20 mm in thickness
- move tool away from cutting area before switching off
! after switching off the tool ,wait for the blades to
come to a complete stop
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Trimming hedges e
- trim the sides of the hedge first (from the bottom
upwards), then cut the top
- trim the side of a hedge in such a way that it will be
slightly narrower at the top
- use a hand saw or pruning shears to cut thicker
branches
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Holding and guiding the tool r
- hold the tool firmly with both hands and take a secure
stance
! while working, always hold the tool at the grip
area(s)
- guide the tool ahead of you
APPLICATION ADVICE
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For trimming a hedge at a uniform height level
- fasten a piece of string along the length of the hedge at
the desired height
- trim the hedge just above this string
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Recommended cutting/trimming times (Western Europe)
- trim hedges with deciduous leaves in June and October
- trim evergreen hedges in April and August
- trim conifers and other fast-growing shrubs every 6
weeks from May until October
MAINTENANCE / SERVICE
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This tool is not intended for professional use
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Keep tool and cutting blades clean
! remove battery from tool before cleaning
- clean the tool with a damp cloth (do not use cleaning
agents or solvents)
- clean ventilation slots G 2 regularly with a brush or
compressed air
- after use, always carefully clean and lightly lubricate the
cutting blades
! wear gloves when handling or cleaning the cutting
blades
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Regularly check the condition of the cutting blades and
the tightness of the blade bolts
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