THS 400 - Telescopic Hedge Trimmers GARDENA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL THS 400 GARDENA

Contents Translation of the original instructions from German. Please read these operating instructions carefully and observe the notes given. Use these operating instructions to familiarise yourself with the hedge trimmer, its proper use and the notes on safety. For safety reasons, children under the age of 16 and people not familiar with these operating instructions must not use this hedge trimmer. Persons with reduced physical or mental abilities may use the product only if they are supervised or instructed by a responsible person.

Please keep these operating instructions in a safe place. Where to Use Your GARDENA Hedge Trimmer Safety instructions Function Assembly Operation Preparation for Storage Maintenance Troubleshooting Technical Data Service / Warranty DLHNSMmBRER =

1. Where to Use Your GARDENA Hedge Trimmer

Correct Use: Please note The GARDENA Hedge Trimmer is intended for cutting hedges in private domestic gardens and allotments. Adherence to these operating instructions is a precondition for th correct use of the hedge trimmer. WARNING ! Risk of injury! The hedge trimmer must not be used for cutting lawns / lawn edges or for chopping up material for composting purposes.

+ Please follow the safety instructions on the hedge trimmer.

WARNING ! Check each time you use the > Please readthe operating hedge trimmer: instructions before Inspect the unit before each use. Do not use CEE HE the hedge trimmer if safety devices (two-hand DANGER ! switch, blade stop, impact protection) and/or Do not use in rain or the blades are damaged or worn. wet conditions. Never bypass the safety devices. Inspect the area to be cut before and during CRE work. Remove any foreign objects. > Remove the plug from the mains socketifthe lf you should come across any obstructions cable is cut through or when cutting, turn off the hedge trimmer and damaged. remove the obstruction.

Check blades regularly for damage and have them correctiy repaired immediately if any damage is found. The blade-stop system prevents the hedge trimmer kicking back if it strikes solid objects. Keep the motor casing and ventilation area free from obstructions, leaves and other similar objects. Operation: DANGER ! VAN Risk of injury! The hedge trimmer can cause serious injury! Keep the guide-handie dry and free from oil and grease. Concentrate and work with care. You are responsible for the safety of the working area. Keep the area of work tidy. Untidiness in the area of work can cause accidents. Do not wear loose clothes, jewellery, etc as they could get caught in the trimmer. Wear non-slip shoes, gloves and eye protection. Wear long trousers to protect your legs. Ensure you have a secure foothold during operation of the machine, especially when using steps. Take extra care when walking backwards. You may stumble. When work is interrupted: Never leave the hedge trimmer unattended where you are working. If you interrupt your work and go to another area of the garden, always switch off the hedge trimmer and disconnect the mains plug! If the blades jam, release the start button immediately, disconnect the mains plug and remove the obstruction. To prevent it starting accidentally, never carry the hedge trimmer by the start buttons. Always put the blade guard on the hedge trimmer when carrying or storing the unit. Environmental Influences : Ensure that no other people (especially children) or animals are anywhere near the working area. Only work when visibility is good.

Get to know your surroundings and be aware of possible dangers which you may not be able to hear because of the noise from the machine. Electrical safety: DANGER ! VAN Electric shock! The Hedge Trimmer must not be operated with a damaged electrical cable. If the mains or extension cable is damaged, disconnect the mains plug immediately. The mains or extension cable should always be kept away from the cutting area. Check the power cable regularly for damage and signs of wear and tear. If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a GARDENA service centre or similarly qualified person. The socket of the extension cable you are using must be waterproof. Oniy use extension cables designed for outdoor use. — Ask your electrician. Never use the equipment when it is raining or in a damp or wet area. Do not operate the hedge trimmer in or near swimming pools and garden ponds. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the vicinity of flammable liquids and gases. For all portable units that are operated out- doors we recommend using a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA. In Switzerland use of a residual-current device is obligatory. Never carry the hedge trimmer by its cable. Never use the cable to pull the mains plug out of the mains socket. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.

Working position The Telescopic Hedge Trimmer has three basic settings, which basic settings: are marked on the blade head ® and the handle @ as positions

Side trimming Low trimming High trimming (position @) of (position @) of low (position ©) of hedges, at a distance hedges (e.g. ground hedges up to from the standing cover) while standing approx. 2.5 m from position, (e.g. upright. the ground without reaching over using a ladder or flower beds). scaffolding.

Fitting the guide handle: 1. Push the guide handle © onto the main handle © in such a way, that the plunger @ of the guide handle @ is on the right side.

2. Secure the guide handle ® to the main handle © with

the two screws ®. DANGER ! Risk of physical injury! — Always disconnect the Hedge Trimmer from the power supply and slide the trimmer blade sheath © over the trimmer blade before making any adjustments. — Never take hold of the trimmer blade when adjusting the working position! + Always ensure that the angle button ©), the axial button © and the telescopic button @ snap into place correctly.

Adjusting the Hedge Trimmer to the working position: Connecting the Hedge Trimmer: Starting the Hedge Trimmer: Adjusting the cutting angle of the trimmer blade © : The cutting angle between the telescopic shaft © and the trimmer blade @ can be set to one of 8 positions in 12° steps from 0° @, to 84° Q. The 3 basic settings (see 3. Functions) can be set by moving the of the angle button ® to position @, @ or @. — Keeping the angle button ® pressed, turn the trimmer blade © to the desired cutting angle. Adjusting the axial position of the trimmer blade head ©: The trimmer blade head @ can be set to one of 7 positions in 30° steps from 0° to 180°. The 3 basic settings (see 3. Functions) can be set by moving the k on the handle © to position @, à or @. — Keeping the axial button © pressed, turn the trimmer blade head @) to the desired axial position. Adjusting the length of the telescopic handle © : The telescopic handle can be extended by up to 31 cm. — Keeping the telescopic button @ pressed, move the telescopic handle © to the desired length.

1. Loop the extension cable ® and insert

the loop into the cable lock @.

2. Insert the plug ® into the extension

cable ®. DANGER ! Risk of physical injury! I the Hedge Trimmer does not switch off automatically, there is a risk of lacerations. — Never override the safety devices (e.g. by strapping down one of the start buttons). The hedge trimmer is fitted with a two-handed safety device to prevent the unit from being turned on by accident.

1. Hold the guide handle © with one hand and press one of the

2. Hold the main handle @ with the other hand and press the

start button ®. The hedge trimmer will start. If either of the start buttons is released, the trimmer blade will come to a halt within one second.

6. Preparation for Storage

Æ to the park position @, turn the position of the trimmer blade _h Q head to position © and fully retract the telescopic handle © A (see 5. Operation).

8. Store the hedge trimmer in a dry, frost free place, out of the

reach of children. Disposal: The product must not be added to normal household waste. lt {in accordance with must be disposed of in line with local environmental regulations. EU-drective 2002/96/EC) | rective ? + Important: Make sure that the unit is disposed of via your == municipal recycling collection centre.

Cleaning the DANGER ! Risk of physical injury/electric shock! Hedge Trimmer: — Always disconnect the hedge trimmer from the power supply and slide the trimmer blade sheath over the trimmer blade before performing any maintenance work. — Do not clean the hedge trimmer under running water (especially high pressure). The safety clutch is a strong spring-loaded device and must not be disassembled. — Clean the Hedge Trimmer with a damp cloth and lubricate the trimmer blade with a low viscosity oil (e.g. spray-oil).

DANGER ! Risk of physical injury/electric shock! + Always disconnect the hedge trimmer from the power supply and slide the trimmer blade sheath over the trimmer blade before rectifying any faults. Faut Possible Cause Remedy Hedge trimmer does not start Extension cable not plugged > Plugin the extension cable in or is damaged. or if necessary replace it. WARNING ! Work on the electrical parts must only be carried out by suitably qualified persons. If any other faults arise, please contact GARDENA Service.

THS 400 (Art. 2586) Power consumption, motor 350 W Voltage/ Frequency 230 V/50 Hz Strokes 2.400/min. Length of cut 40 cm Telescopic extension range 0-31cm Weight 4.3 kg Workplace related sound pressure level LA 1) 81 dB (A) Noise emission value Lyya 2) measured 92 dB (A) / guaranteed 94 dB (A) Hand/arm vibration à,,,,1) < 2.5 m/s2 vhw Measuring process complying with 1) EN 774 2) EU-directive 2000/14/EC

10. Service / Warranty

GARDENA guarantees this product for 3 years (from date of purchase). This guarantee covers all serious defects of the unit that can be proved to be material or manufacturing faults. Under warranty we will either replace the unit or repair it free of charge if the following conditions apply: + The unit must have been handled properly and in keeping with the requirements of the operating instructions. + Neither the purchaser nor a non-authorised third party have attempted to repair the unit. The blade and eccentric drive are wearing parts and are not covered by the guarantee. This manufacturers guarantee does not affect the users existing warranty claims against the dealer /seller. If a fault occurs with your hedge trimmer, please return the faulty unit together with the receipt and a description of the fault, with postage paid to the address of the Service Centre at the back of these operating instructions.