AHS 4024 - Hedge trimmers BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AHS 4024 BOSCH

Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the hedgecutter. Operation of the hedgecutter can cause serious injuries, if not used as intended. When using electric tools, basic safety precautions including the following should always be followed, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

Explanation of symbols:

Read instruction manual.

Do not use the hedgecutter in the rain or leave it outdoors when it is raining.

Switch off and remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if the cable is entangled or if the cable is cut or damaged and before leaving the hedgecutter unattended for any period.

• Other persons and animals should remain at a distance of 3 metres or more when the hedgecutter is being used.
• Never grasp the blade of the hedgecutter.
  Children or persons unfamiliar with these instructions must not operate the hedgecutter. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Never cut a hedge while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.
  The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

• Do not operate the hedgecutter when barefoot or wearing open sandals, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. The use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear and safety glasses is recommended. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which can be caught in moving parts.
  Thoroughly inspect the area where the hedgcutter is to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
  Prior to operation, check cutter blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly for wear or damage. Do not operate with a damaged or excessively worn cutting device.

• Check cable for damage before starting work and replace if necessary. Keep cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

■ Know how to stop the hedgecutter quickly in an emergency.

Cut a hedge only in daylight or in good artificial light.

• Never operate the hedgecutter with defective guards or without the guard in place.

Always ensure all handles and guards supplied are fitted when using the hedgecutter. Never attempt to use an incomplete hedgecutter or one with an unauthorised modification.

Always operate hedgecutter with both hands.

• Never hold the hedgecutter by the guard.

• Keep cable away from the cutting area.

While operating the hedgecutter always be sure of a safe and secure operating position at all times, especially when using steps or a ladder.

Always be aware of your surroundings and stay alert for possible hazards that you may not hear whilst operating the hedgecutter.

Remove the plug from the socket:

• before checking, clearing a blockage or working on the hedgecutter.
• after striking a foreign object, inspect the hedgecutter for damage and make repairs as necessary.
• if the hedgecutter starts to vibrate abnormally check immediately.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the hedgecutter is always in a safe working condition.
  The hedgecutter should be stored in a dry, high or locked up place out of the reach of children.
  Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• Do not attempt to repair the appliance unless you are qualified to do so.
  ■ Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch approved.

Product Specification

Hedgecutter AHS 40 - 24 AHS 48 - 24 AHS 55 - 24S AHS 60 - 24S

Part number 0 600 845 0.. 0 600 845 1.. 0 600 845 2.. 0 600 845 4..

Rated power 500 W 500 W 550 W 550 W

No-load stroke rate 1400 RPM 1400 RPM 1400 RPM 1400 RPM

Blade spacing 24 mm 24 mm 24 mm

Cutting length 400 mm 480 mm 550 mm 600 mm

Weight 3.95kg4.05kg4.1kg4.2kg

Protection class

/II

□/II

/II

□/II

Hedgecutter AHS 65 - 24S AHS 6000 PRO AHS 7000 PRO

Part number 0 600 845 5.. 0 600 846 0.. 0 600 846 1..

Rated power 550 W 650 W 650 W

No-load stroke rate 1400 RPM 1500 RPM 1500 RPM

Blade spacing 24 mm 34 mm 34 mm

Cutting length 650 mm 600 mm 700 mm

Weight 4.25 kg 4.1 kg 4.2 kg

Protection class / II

/II

Intended Use

The hedgecutter is intended for cutting and trimming hedges and bushes in domestic use.

Introduction

This manual gives instructions on the correct assembly and safe use of your hedgecutter. It is important that you read these instructions carefully.

Delivered Items

Carefully remove the machine from its packaging and check for complete contents:

Hedgecutter
- Blade guard
- Operating instructions/Spare parts list

When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.

Operating Controls

1 Cutting blade
2 Front handle guard
3 Front handle switch levers
4 Ventilation slots
5 Rear handle with switch lever
6 Mains plug**
7 Blade guard

**Country specific

Not all of the accessories illustrated or described are included as standard delivery.

WARNING! SWITCH OFF, REMOVE PLUG FROM MAINS BEFORE ADJUSTING, CLEANING OR IF CABLE IS CUT, DAMAGED OR ENTANGLED.

THE BLADES CONTINUE TO MOVE FOR A FEW FRACTIONS OF A SECONDS AFTER THE HEDGECUTTER IS SWITCHED OFF. CAUTION! DO NOT TOUCH THE MOVING BLADES.

Electrical Safety

Your machine is double insulated for safety and requires no earth connection. The operating voltage is 230V AC, 50Hz . Only use approved extension cables. Contact your service agent for details.

Extension cords/leads should only be used if they comply with H05VV-F or H05RN-F types.

It is recommended for increased electrical safety to use a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA . Always check your RCD every time you use it.

For products not sold in GB:WARNING: For safety, it is essential that the mains plug 6 attached to the machine is fitted to the power supply cable 8 as shown.

The couplings of connection leads must be protected against splashes and the coupling sockets on the leads must be made of rubber or coated with rubber.

Fixing means for the connection leads must be used.

The connection lead must be inspected for signs of damage at regular intervals and may only be used if in perfect condition.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Bosch approved Service Agent.

Products sold in GB only: Your hedecutter is fitted with an approved 13 A (BS 1363/A) electric plug and is protected by a 13 A fuse (ASTA Approved to BS 1362).

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place.

The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard and should never be inserted into a 13 A socket elsewhere.

A Starting and Stopping

Starting:

Press and hold rear switch lever 5. Squeeze any front lever 3.

Stopping:

Release any of switch levers 3 and 5.

on Cutting

Hold the hedgecutter away from yourself using both hands. Stand in a secure and stable position.

Position the extension cord over your shoulder to the rear and ensure that the cord is behind you at all times during cutting. Never place the cable over the hedge, where it could easily be cut by the blades.

Cut stems upto 24mm in thickness. When cutting, move steadily along the line of cut, so that stems are fed directly into the cutter blades. The double edge of the cutting blade enables cutting to either direction, or with a side to side motion.

Cut the sides of the hedge first, then the top.

To keep the sides flat, cutting upwards with the growth is recommended. Younger stems tend to move outwards when cutting them from top to bottom, resulting in shallow patches or holes in the hedge.

To reach a level finish, fasten a piece of string along the length of the hedge at the required height and use as an alignment guide. Cut the hedge just above the string.

Take care to avoid cutting into objects such as wire, which could cause damage to the cutting blades and the drive.

Recommended cutting/trimming times:

• Cut hedges with deciduous leaves in June and October.
• Cut evergreen hedges in April and August.
• Cut conifer and other fast growing shrubs approx. every six weeks from May onwards.
• Shaping hedges should be cut to achieve a form as shown in figure.

Maintenance

Prior to any maintenance remove plug from power supply.

Note: To ensure long and reliable service, carry out the following maintenance regularly.

Check for obvious defects such as loose, dislodged or damaged blade, loose fixings and worn or damaged components.

Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted. Carry out necessary maintenance or repairs before using.

If the hedgecutter should happen to fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing, repair should be carried out by an authorized customer service agent for Bosch garden products.

For all correspondence and spare parts orders, always include the 10-digit part number from the nameplate of the machine!

Blade Maintenance

Prior to any maintenance remove plug from power supply.

Wear gloves when handling or cleaning the cutting blade.

Always clean the cutting blade after operation and lubricate with protective spray. During longer cutting jobs, we recommend periodically lubricating the cutting blade with protective spray.

Visually check the condition of the cutting edges of the cutting blade 1. Check tightness of blade bolts.

Ensure that the blade is covered with the blade guard 7 supplied.

Cleaning/Storage

Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft brush and cloth. Do not use water, solvents or polishes. Remove all debris, especially from the ventilation slots 4.

Store the hedgecutter in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children. Do not place other objects on top of the machine.

Accessories

Blade guard AHS 40-24. 2605911160

Blade guard AHS 48 - 24. 2605911160

Blade guard AHS 55 - 24. 2605911159

Blade guard AHS 60 - 24. 2 605 911 159

Blade guard AHS 65 - 24. 2 605 911 158

Blade guard AHS 6000 PRO 2605411159

Blade guard AHS 7000 PRO 2605411158

Lubricant spray. 1609200399

Clipping sheet. F 016 800 055

Fault Finding

The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly. If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent.

Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains before investigating fault.

Symptom Possible Cause	Remedy
Hedgecutter fails to operate	No powerMains socket faultyExtension cord damagedFuse faulty	Check powerCheck other socket, replaceCheck cord, replaceReplace fuse
Hedgecutter operates intermittently	Extension cord damagedInternal wiring defectiveOn/Off switch(es) defective	Check cord, replaceContact service agentContact service agent
Motor runs but blades remain stationary	Internal fault Contact service agent
Cutting blade hot Cutting b	ade(s) bluntCutting blade has dentsToo much friction,due to lack of lubricant	Have blade sharpenedHave blade overhauledApply lubricant spray

Guarantee

We guarantee Bosch appliances in accordance with statutory/country-specific regulations (proof of purchase by invoice or delivery note).

Damage attributable to normal wear and tear, overload or improper handling will be excluded from the guarantee.

In case of complaint please send the machine, undismantled, to your dealer or the Bosch Service Centre for lawn and garden products.

Environmental Protection

The machine minimizes environmental impact because it runs at a low noise level.

The machine has been assembled in an environmentally responsible way.

Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as waste.

Machine, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environment-friendlyly recycling.

These instructions are printed on recycled paper manufactured without chlorine.

The plastic components are labelled for categorized recycling.

When the time comes to dispose of this product, please consider the environment and take it to a recognized recycling facility (please contact your local authority for location information).

Service and Customer Assistance

www.bosch-pt.com

Great Britain

Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)

P.O.Box 98

Broadwater Park

North Orbital Road

Denham-Uxbridge

GB-Middlesex UB 9 5HJ

Service +44 (0) 1895 / 838782

Fax Service. +44 (0)18 95 / 83 87 89

Advice line. +44 (0) 14 49 / 74 22 20

Fax Advice. +44 (0) 14 49 / 67 42 43

Ireland

Beaver Distribution Ltd.

Greenhills Road

IRL-Tallaght-Dublin 24

±b Service. +353(0)1 / 4515211

Fax +353 (0)1 / 45 17 127

Australia

Robert Bosch Australia L.t.d.

RBAU/SPT2

1555 Centre Road

P.O.Box 66 Clayton

AUS-3168 Clayton/Victoria

+61 (0)1 / 800 804 777

Fax. +61 (0)1 / 800 819 520

www.bosch.com.au

E-Mail: [e-mail]

New Zealand

Robert Bosch Limited

14-16 Constellation Drive

Mairangi Bay

Auckland

New Zealand

C +64(0)9/4786158

Fax +64 (0)9 / 47 82 914

Declaration of Conformity

Measured values determined according to 2000/14/EC (1.60 m height, 1 m distance away) and EN 25 349.

Typically the A-weighted noise level of the product is: sound pressure level 82 dB (A) AHS 40/48/55/60/65, 84 dB (A) AHS 6000/7000; sound power level 93 dB (A) AHS 40/48/55/60/65, 95 dB (A) AHS 6000/7000.

The typical hand/arm vibration is below 2.5m / s^2

We declare under our sole responsibility, that this product is in conformity with the following standards or standardized documents: EN 774, EN 50 144 according to the provisions of the directives 89/336/EEC, 98/37/EC, 2000/14/EC.

2000/14/EC: The guaranteed sound power level L_Wa is lower than 96 dB (A) AHS 40/48/55/60/65, 98 dB (A) AHS 6000/7000. Conformity assessment procedure according to Annex V.

Leinfelden, 01.08.2001.

Dr. Gerhard Felten Dr. Eckerhard Strötgen

ppa_1 Fauten i.v. Monty

Subject to change without notice

Robert Bosch France S.A.

After Sales Service Outillage

Rue Henri Genesse 1

BE-1070 Bruxelles

C +32(0)2/525.50.29

Fax +32 (0)2 / 525.54.30

±b Service conseil client. +32(0)2 / 525.53.07

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Suisse

Robert Bosch AG

Leia a instrucao de service.

Smorestoff-spray. 1609200399

Klut. F 016 800 055

Feilsøking

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Bicak araligi 24 mm 34 mm 34 mm

Kesme uzunlugu 650 mm 600 mm 700 mm

Aigrligi 4,25 kg 4,1 kg

4,2 kg

Koruma sinifi

/II

AHS 7000 PRO

/II

Bosch San. ve Tic. A.S.

Ahi Evran Cad. No:1 Kat:22

Polaris Plaza

TR-80670 Maslak/Istanbul

C +90(0)216/3350600

Faks. +90 (0)216 / 346 00 48-49

Uygunluk beyani

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