HT6-70 - Electric hedge trimmer FLYMO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HT6-70 FLYMO

WARNING! Anybody using the electric hedge trimmer must be completely aware of the following safety rules and advice. Technical data 5-50 500 50 5-60 500 60 6-60 600 60 6-70 600 70 UT NUE UUUU A 22 32 x 22 33 +2

neral description 1 Blade 2 Protection 3 Front switch 4 Front grip 5 Motor unit 6 Rear switch 7 Power cable 8 Pull out cable stop Safety rul Use a double insulated extension lead. Always check, before each use, that both the electric lead and the extension are not damaged. The hedge timmer must only be used if the electric lead and the extension are in good condition. Do not leave the appliance unattended without having removed the plug from the electric socket. While cutting, be careful not to damage the extension lead: if this should happen, immedia- tely remove the plug from the socket. Remember that after switching off the appliance the blades continue to move for a few seconds Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in extremely damp conditions. Those under 16 years of age must not use the appliance The hedge trimmer must be kept out ofthe reach of children. While the hedge trimmer is working. keep people and animals away. O OO AA

ing Up Before switching on, it is a good idea to oilthe blades. Connect the extension lead to the hedge trimmer using the pull out cable stop, only when you reach where you will be working. To start up. pull one of the trigger switches under the rear grip and the lever switch inser- ted into the front grip (Fig. 1) As soon as the trigger switch or the front handgrip is released, the motor will stop automatically Maintenance, longperiods: Before carrying out any intervention on the appliance, always remove the plug from the electric socket. Clean the hedge trimmer after each use and lubricate the blades with a thin layer of oil (Fig. 2). Should oil or grease come into contact with the plastic parts, clean them at once with a dry cloth, do not use solvents or other liquids Check that the leads are not dete- riorated and store them together with the hedge trimmer in a dry place. Do not dissemble any part of the hedge trimmer if repairs are neces- sary, take it to a repair shop authori- dis.

sed by the manufacturers. Hit is necessary to replace parts, insist on original spare parts. ul advice While trimming, always hold the hedge timmer tightiy with both handbs so that the blades are away from the body. Always hold the hedge timmer in front you. Pass the extension lead over your shoulder making sure you keep it in this position during trimming. Keep the blades sideways on with respect to the direction of growth of the branches Œig. 3). It is advisable to start cutting the hedge from the bottom, working up to the top. This guarantees foliage uniformity over time, giving the hedge RAID (g DER 24 a S SE Z < 2 P= ES Er > ESS. mA AA =D ep? KW AS Fig. 3 a wider shape at the bottom than at the top.

Electrical safety EM Voltage Power socket Make sure that your electricity supply The appliance must be connected to voltage correspondé to that written on a power socket of adequate power the hedge trimmer's motor plate. and not alight socket. Current The hedge trimmer will only work with WARNING: The contents of this manual alternating current. do not exclude the user from the safety Plugs/extension leads and correct usage warnings: We strongly advise the use of pro- tected sockets, leads and plugs in PVC or approved rubber. Obsolete products and environmel ee If one day you should decide that your product must be replaced or that you don't need it any more, respect the environment. Your local supplier will take back your old products and will dispose of them safely to protect the environment. Information on compliancewithÆurop The sample product tested complies with the following European Directives 98/37/EEC Machinery Directive 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compliance Directive 93/68/EEC EC Markings Directive 2000/14/EEC Directive (Annex V) Guaranteed noise level: LWA 100 (dBA) (ISO 3744) Measured sound power level LWA 98,5 (BA) (ISO 3744) The recorded sound pressure levels LPA 88 (dBA) (ISO 7182) The vibration levels recorded at the operators hand position was Front handle 2,38 m/s? Rear handle 4,32 m/s

© WARNING: switch off and remove the plug from the electric socket before fixing, cleaning or disentan- gling the lead @ Use a highly insulated extension lead that complies with the regula- tions in force. © Make sure, before each start up. that the extension lead is out of the cutting area @ Wear close fitting clothes and protective clothing. outdoor rubber gloves and rubber footwear are recommended. Always wear suitable protection for the eyes, such as pro- tective goggles. © NEVER bring the hedge trimmer near to the body or clothes when you switch it on or when it is working. Before switching it on, make sure that nothing comes into contact with the blades. @ To protect your legs, wear long trou- sers, making sure that you have both feet placed firmiy on the ground and that you are not unbalancedi @ DO NOT leave the appliance unat- tended when it is connected to the power supply. e NEVER use electrical appliances when you are tired or under the effects of medicine, alcohol or other drugs. © Always keep the hedge trimmer out of the reach of children. Anybody pre- sent while you are working must be kept at a safe distance: © Always follow local safety rules and relative regulations. € DO NOT use the hedge trimmer in potentially explosive environments: it is a good idea for the operator to always have with him a suitable first aid kit. © NEVER use the lead to carry the appliance or pull on the lead to sepa- rate the connections. Keep the lead away from sources of heat, oil and sharp edges. @ Before use always check that both the electric lead and the extension do not have faulty insulation due to cuts and wom places © immediately replace a damaged lead @ Always use your appliance as indi- cated in this manual. This appliance is designed to be used in an upright position and if it is used in any other way, i may cause an accident. @ Those who are not familiar with this type of appliance or who have not read this manual must not use your appliance: € DO NOT use soivents or cleaning agents to clean your appliance. Use a blunt scraper to remove dirt. @ Always disconnect from the power supply before cleaning, @ We would also recommend that inexperienced users receive instruc- tion on the correct safe use of hedge trimmers before use. @ To ensure maximum safety and long life of the product, only use original accessories and spare parts @ You will find the name of your nea- rest Authorised Assistance Centre in the Service Stations Booklet included in the packaging. is advisable to have your appliance checked and if necessary repaired by an Authorised Repair Shop.