HS 60 E - Hedge trimmers Wolf Garten - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HS 60 E Wolf Garten

1 Mains plug 2 On/off switch 3 Cable stress reliever 4 Ventilation slits 5 Grip with safety switch 6 Protection shield 7 Blade 8 Blade scabbard

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions.If the safety instructions are not strictly adhered to, there is a risk of serious injury, electric shock or damage by fire.• Keep the safety instructions for future reference.• The term "electric tool" used in the safety instructions refers to both mains-powered electric tools (with mains cable) and battery-operated tools (without mains cable). Workplace safety

Keep the working area tidy and ensure that it is properly illuminated. Working in cluttered or poorly lit areas can lead to accidents. Do not use the electric tool in explosive atmospheres containing flammable liquids, gases or dusts. Electric tools might generate sparks that can ignite dust or vapors. Keep electric tools away from children and do not operate them when other persons are standing near you. When distracted, you might lose control over the tool.Please read the instructions carefully and familiarize yourself with the different con-trol elements and how to operate the de-vice properly. Attention! When using power tools it is important to observe the following safety advice in order to protect yourself against electrical shock. The operator is re-sponsible for accidents involving other per-sons and/or their property.Never let children or other persons who have not read these instructions use the device. Persons younger than 16 must not use the device. Local regulations may determine the minimum age for users.Use eye and ear protection!Wear protective gloves!Unplug the connection cable imme-diately if it has been damaged or cut! Do not expose to rain! Original operating instructions - en13

The power plug of the electric tool must fit properly into the mains socket. Do not modify the plug in any way. Do not use adapters to connect earthed electrical tools. Unmodified plugs and matching sockets reduce the risk of electric shock.

Protect all electric tools against rain and dampness. There is an increased risk of electric shock, if water enters the electric tool.

Do not carry or suspend the tool by the power cable and do not pull the cable to disconnect the plug from the socket. Keep the cable away from heat sources, oil, sharp edges and moving tool parts. Damaged or entangled cables increase the risk of electric shock.

When using the electric tool outdoors, use only extension leads that are designed for outdoor use. The use of extension leads designed for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

If it is not possible to avoid using the electric tool in a wet environment, use a fault current circuit breaker. The use of a fault current circuit breaker reduces the risk of electric shock. Personal safety

When working with the electric tool, ensure that your full attention is on the task in hand, do not let yourself be distracted and apply common sense. Do not use the electric tool when you are tired, or when you are under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication. Even brief moments of inattention can lead to serious injury.

Wear personal protective equipment and protective goggles. Wearing personal protective equipment such as dust mask, safety footwear, hard hat and hearing protection reduces the risk of injury. Whether this equipment is necessary depends on the type of the electric tool.

Avoid inadvertent start-up of the electric tool. Ensure that the electric tool is switched off before carrying it or disconnecting/connecting it to the power supply (mains or battery). When carrying the electric tool, do not place your finger on the switch and do not connect it to the power source while it is switched on, as this could cause injury.

Before switching on the electric tool, remove all adjusting tools such as spanners, etc. Tools or spanners left on a rotating part can cause injury.

Avoid unnatural postures. Ensure that you are standing on firm ground and avoid a posture where you could lose your balance. This ensures that you will be able to control the electric tool even in unexpected situations.

Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing and jewelry and long hear can be caught in moving parts. Proper use of electric tools

Do not exceed the maximum load of the tool. Use the tool only for the intended purpose.

ensure safe and efficient working, operate the electric tool only within the specified power range.

Do not use electric tools whose switches are defective. Electric tools that cannot be properly switched on or off are dangerous and must be repaired without delay.

Before adjusting the tool, changing accessory parts or putting the tool away for storage, disconnect the power plug from the socket or remove the battery. This safety measure reduces the risk of inadvertent tool start.

Store the electric tool outside the reach of children. Do not allow persons who have not read these instructions to operate the tool. When operated by inexperienced persons, electric tools can be very dangerous.

Handle the electric tool with care and service it regularly. Ensure that all moving parts can work properly and are not jammed and regularly inspect the tool for defective or damaged parts that might impair its function. Have damaged parts repaired before you start the tool. Many accidents are caused by insufficiently maintained electric tool.

Keep the cutting parts sharp and clean. Carefully maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges will rarely get jammed and are easier to operate.

When using the electric tool, the accessories and replacement parts, strictly adhere to the in- structions in this manual. Take into account the actual working conditions and the task in hand. The use of electric tools for purposes other than the intended can lead to dangerous situations.14

If the electric tool needs to be repaired, have the repair carried out by specialist personnel and instruct them to use only original spare parts. This ensures the operational safety of the electric tool. Tool-specific safety instructions for hedge shears

Keep all body parts away from the cutting blade. Never attempt to remove any cuttings or hold material to be cut while the blade is still running. Do not remove cuttings that have become stuck unless the tool is switched off. A moment of carelessness while using the shears may cause serious injury.

Only carry the hedge shear by its handle and if the blade is standing still. Always slip on the protective cover when transporting or storing the shears. Handling the tool carefully reduces the risk of injury caused by the blade.

Keep the cable away from the cutting range. While working, you may inadvertently cut the cable as it may be hidden by the shrubbery.

The machine is designed exclusively for cutting hedges. Use for purposes other than those inten- ded qualify as improper use. The manufactu- rer/supplier is not responsible for any damages that result from improper use. The operator is solely re- sponsible for assuming all risks.

• Never attempt to use a machine that is not fully as- sembled or one that has been altered in a manner that is not permitted.

• Work at a height where you do not run the risk of the blade coming into contact with the ground.

• If the blade becomes jammed by thick branches, for example, the hedge shears must be shut off: – Pull out the power plug. – Do not touch running blades. – Remove the cause of the blockage. Cables

Attention! Electric shock through cable da- mage When the cable is cut through or damaged, the safety fuse doesn’t always trip.

• Do not touch cable, before pulling out the power plug from the socket.

• Damaged cable has to be completely re- placed. Patching the cable with insulating tape is forbidden.

• Use only extension cables with a minimum cross- section of 3 x 1.5 mm

and a length of max. 25 m: – When using rubber-sheathed cables, they must be of type HO 7 RN-F or heavier. – When using PVC-sheathed cables, they must be of type HO5 VV-F or heavier (cables of this type are not suitable for continuous outdoor use - e.g. underground installation for the connection of an outdoor socket or pond pump, or outdoor sto- rage).

• Plugs and couplings must be protected from spla- shes.

• Use a residual current protection device (RCD) with a residual current not exceeding 30 mA.

• Fit the connection cable to the mains lead cleat. Do not allow to rub against edges or against sharp or pointed objects. Do not squeeze cables through tight door or window openings. Switch devices must not be removed or circumvented (e.g. connecting the switch lever to the handle bars) Disposal Power tools do not belong in household garbage. Bring the the de- vice, accessories and packaging to an environmentally-friendly recycling location.15

Operation Times of operation

• Please consult regional/local regulations.• Inquire about the operating times at your local regu-latory agency. Feed cable through the strain relief
• Lead the cable into strain relief as indicated (prevents accidental loosening of the plug connec-tor). Connect to the socket (230 Volt, 50 Hz)
• Connect the device only to sockets that are protec-ted with a 10-16 Amp. fuse (or LS switch type B) Note: Residual current protection deviceThese safeguards provide protection against severe injuries resulting from touching da-maged cables, insulation defects and in some cases cables that conduct electricity.• We recommend that the equipment only be plugged into a power socket, which is protected by a residual current protection device (RCD) with a residual current of no more than 30 mA.• Retrofit kits are available for old installati-ons. Consult an electrician Switching the hedge shears on/off
• Make sure that your hands are steady when wor-king above head height.• Hold the blade away from your body.• Never place the cable above the hedge where it can easily be caught by the blades.Motor on1. Hold down the safety switch on the bowed hand- le .

2. Press the on/off button on the hand grip at the same time.Motor off

• Release one of the two buttons. Tips for cutting

• Please observe the brooding season of the birds!• The ideal hedge cutting form is the trapezoid

which provides for adequate light and ventilation for all parts of the hedge.• In order to promote thick growth of young hedges, only half of new shoots should be cut.• If the hedge has already reached the desired height, new shoots can be completely removed.• In order to achieve a steady hedge height you can string up a guide wire at the desired height and cut along this wire.• Cutting seasons:– Deciduous hedges: May/June and October (cut-back to approx. 1/3 of the total height in winter)– Conifer hedges: April and October– Conifers: April and October Maintenance General

Attention! Reverse bladeBefore all maintenance and cleaning work:• Pull out the power plug. • Do not touch moving blades. Cleaning

• Clean the hedge shears with a dry towel, particular-ly the ventilation slits, after each use or using a brush in the case of heavy soiling.• Spray the blades with oil after each use.• Under no circumstances spray the hedge shears off with water. Storage
• Store the hedge shears in the blade scabbard pro-vided .• Store the hedge shears in a dry location out of the reach of children.

Fixing problems Warranty The warranty rules issued by our company or the impor- ter apply to every country. As part of the warranty, we re- medy malfunctions on your appliance free of charge provided that this malfunction is caused by a material or manufacturing defect. In the event of a warranty claim, please turn to your dealer or the nearest branch office. Problem Possible cause Solution Blade gets hot.

• Blunt blade. • Go to a WOLF-Garten Service location.

• Too much friction due to inadequate lubri- cation

• Oil blades Motor does not run.

• Not connected to voltage supply

• Check the power supply and have electri- cian perform repairs if necessary.

Attention! Electric shock through cable damage When the cable is cut through or damaged, the safety fuse does not always trip.

• Do not touch cable before pulling out the power plug out of the so- cket.

• Have damaged cable completely repla- ced at WOLF-Garten Service location. Patching the cable with insulating tape is forbidden. Jittery operation, heavy vibration of the device

• Blade damaged • Go to WOLF-Garten Service location.

• Blade not firmly in stabilizer. • Go to WOLF-Garten Service location. When in doubt, always seek out a WOLF-Garten Service location.

Put down the hedge shears and pull out the power plug before performing any checks or work on the blades.17