FHT 600 D3 - Hedge trimmers FLORABEST - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FHT 600 D3 FLORABEST

Translation of the original instructions

GB IE Content Introduction .................................4 Intended Use ................................ 4 General Description ......................5 Scope of delivery ............................. 5 Overview ........................................ 5 Function Description .........................5 Technical Data ..............................6 Notes on Safety ...........................6 Symbols in the manual ......................6 Symbols on the Equipment ................7 General Safety Directions for Power Tools ....................................7 Hedge trimmer safety warnings .........9 Operation .................................10 Switching On and Off ....................10 Working with the Electric Hedge Trimmer ...................10 Cutting Techniques .........................11 Maintenance/Cleaning ...............11 Storage ......................................12 Waste Disposal and Environmental Protection ...........12 Spare Parts/Accessories .............12 Trouble Shooting ........................13 Guarantee .................................14 Repair Service ............................15 Service-Center ............................15 Importer ....................................15 Translation of the original EC declaration of conformity ...........79 Exploded Drawing .....................85 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new device. With it, you have chosen a high quality product. During production, this equipment has been checked for quality and subjected to a nal inspection. The functionality of your equipment is therefore guaranteed. It cannot be ruled out that residual quantities of water or lubricants will remain on or in the equipment/hose lines in isolated cases. This is not a fault or defect and it repre- sents no cause for concern. The operating instructions constitute part of this product. They contain important information on safety, use and disposal. Before using the product, familiarise yourself with all of the operating and safety instructions. Use the product only as described and for the applications specied. Keep this manual safely and in the event that the product is passed on, hand over all documents to the third party. Intended Use The equipment is specied for use only for the cutting and trimming of hedges, bushes and ornamental shrubs in the domestic environment. This equipment is not suitable for commer- cial use. Commercial use will invalidate the guarantee. Any other use that is not explicitly ap- proved in these instructions may result in damage to the equipment and represent a serious danger to the user. The equipment is designed for use by adults. Adolescents over the age of 165 GB IE may use the device only under supervision. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or on wet hedges. The operator or user is responsible for ac- cidents or damage to other people or their property. The manufacturer is not liable for damages caused by unspecied use or incorrect operation. Before use, check that the blades are sharp. Ensure that the blades are sharpened whenever blunt, in order to avoid overstressing of the machine. Damages caused by cut- ting with blunt blades are not cov- ered by the guarantee. General Description See the front fold-out page for illustrations. Scope of delivery Unpack the device and check it for com- pleteness. Dispose of the packaging mate- rial correctly. - Electric hedge trimmer - Blade protection - Instruction Manual Overview 1 Impact protection with drill hole for hanging up the device 2 Cutter bar 3 Hand protection 4 Loop grip with deadman switch 5 Vents 6 On/off switch 7 Tension relief 8 Grip 9 Mains cable 10 Blade protection Function Description The electric hedge trimmer is driven by an electronic motor. The equipment is double- insulated for safety and does not require earthing. The hedge trimmer is equipped with a dou- ble-sided safety cutter bar. When cutting, the blades move backwards and forwards in linear motion. The impact protection on the tip of the cutter bar prevents unpleasant recoils should the trimmer come into con- tact with walls, fences and so on. The unit can only be operated with the deadman switch depressed, in order to protect the operator. In addition, the hand guard protects against branches and bri- ars. Please note the following descriptions for the function of the operating components.6 GB IE Technical Data Electrical Hedge Trimmer ......... FHT 600 D3 Input voltage rating ... 230-240 V~, 50 Hz Input power (power consumption) ..600 W Safety class .....................................

Weight (incl. accessories) ... approx. 3.6 kg Cutting length ................ approx. 600 mm Blade length (incl. impact protection)... approx. 680 mm Blade gap ....................... approx. 24 mm Sound pressure level

=3 dB Sound power level (L

=3 dB Vibration (a h) at the handle ............2.578 m/s

Noise and vibration values have been determined according to the standards and regulations mentioned in the declaration of conformity. Technical and optical changes may be undertaken in the course of further devel- opment without notice. All dimensions, references and information in this instruc- tion manual are therefore not guaranteed. Legal claims made on the basis of the instruction manual can therefore not be considered as valid. The stated vibration emission value was measured in accordance with a standard testing procedure and may be used to com- pare one power tool to another. The stated vibration emission value may also be used for a preliminary exposure assessment.

Warning: The vibration emission

value may differ during actual use of the power tool from the stated value depending on the manner in which the power tool is used. Safety precautions aimed at protect- ing the user should be based on estimated exposure under actual usage conditions (all parts of the operating cycle are to be consid- ered, including, for example, times during which the power tool is turned off and times when the tool is turned on but is running idle). Notes on Safety Before working with the equip- ment, familiarise yourself with all operating components. Practice handling the equipment and have the function, operation and working methods explained to you by an ex- perienced user or specialist. Ensure that you can shut off the equipment immediately in an emergency. Inap- propriate use of the device may result in serious injury. Symbols in the manual Warning symbols with in- formation on damage and injury prevention. Instruction symbols (the instruction is explained at the place of the excla- mation mark) with information on preventing damage. Help symbols with information on improving tool handling.7 GB IE Symbols on the Equipment Caution! Read through the instruction manual carefully. Wear eye and ear protection. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or on wet hedges. Pull out the power plug immediately if the cable is damaged, has been badly twisted or is completely cut through. Information of the acoustic power level L

in dB Machines are not to be place with domestic waste. Safety class II 600 mm Cutting length General Safety Directions for Power Tools WARNING! Read all safety directions and instructions. Omissions in the compliance with safety directions and instructions can cause electrical shock, re and/or severe injuries. Retain all safety directions and in- structions for future use. The term „power tool“ in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Work area safety

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite ac- cidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of ammable Iiquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Electrical safety

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodi- ed plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an in- creased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pull- ing or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or mov- ing parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.8 GB IE

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

• If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord available through the service organization. Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the inu- ence of drugs, alcohol or medi- cation. A moment of inattention white operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

• Use personal protective equip- ment. Always wear eye protec- tion. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce per- sonal injuries.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off- position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the pow- er tool on. A wrench or a key left at- tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the pow- er tool in unexpected situations.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and prop- erly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. Power tool use and care

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the bat- tery pack from the power tool before making any adjust -ments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preven- tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentaIly.

• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not al-9 GB IE low persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less Iikely to bind and are easier to control.

• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working condi- tions and the work to be per- formed. Use of the power tool for op- erations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

• Carefully inspect the area to be cut and remove all wires or other foreign bodies. Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person us- ing only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. Hedge trimmer safety warnings

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer always t the cutting device cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.

• Hold the power tool only on the insulated grip surfaces, as the cutting blade can come into con- tact with concealed power lines or its own mains cable. Contact between the cutting blade and a live cable may render metallic components live and result in an electric shock.

• Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can be acci- dentally cut by the blade.

• Before the work, search the hedge for concealed objects, e.g. cable etc.

• Hold the hedge trimmer cor- rectly, e.g. with both hands on the handles, if there are two handles. Loss of control of the equip- ment may result in injuries.

• Wear suitable clothing and work clothes when working with the equipment. Do not hold the equipment by the cutting blade or lift it on the cutting blade. Contact with the cutting blade can cause injuries.10 GB IE Operation Do not use the equipment without the hand guard. Wear suitable clothing and work gloves when working with the equipment. Wear eye and ear protection. En- sure that the equipment is functional before each use. There is a risk of personal in- jury and property damage! The On/Off switch and the safety switch must not be held closed. They must switch off the motor when on is released. Should a switch be damaged, stop working with the equipment. Ensure that the mains voltage value matches the label on the equipment. There is a risk of electric shock! Note noise protection and local specications. Switching On and Off Remove the blade protection (

10) before switching the unit on.

Ensure that you are standing in a rm position with both hands grip- ping the hedge trimmer away from the body. Ensure that the trimmer is in contact with no other objects before switch- ing on. In this way you avoid damage to the appliance and possible injury to people.

1. For tension relief of the cable,

form a loop of the end of the extension cable and bring this through the opening at the han- dle and suspend in the tension relief at the grip (7).

2. Connect the device to the mains

3. Hold the safety switch on the

loop handle (4) and push the On/Off switch on the grip (6) at the same time to switch the unit on. The hedge trimmer will be run at maximum speed.

4. Release one of the two switches

to switch the trimmer off. Working with the Electric Hedge Trimmer During cutting work, ensure that no contact is made with objects, e.g. such as wire fencing or main plant stems. This may result in damage to the cutter bar.

• Switch off the equipment immedi- ately in the event that the blades are blocked by solid objects, pull out the power plug then remove the object.

• Always work away from the mains power outlet. Set the cutting direction before starting work. Ensure that the power cable is kept well away from the working area. Never lay the cable over the hedge, where it could easily be caught up in the trimmer blades.

• Avoid overstraining the equipment dur- ing work. Pull out the power plug im- mediately if the cable is dam- aged, badly twisted or has been completely cut through.11 GB IE Cutting Techniques

• Cut thick branches beforehand using a branch clippers.

• The double-sided cutter bar enables cutting in both directions or, with a swinging action, from one side to the other.

• In case of vertical cutting, move the hedge trimmer uniformly forward or up and down in an arc movement.

• In case of horizontal cutting, move the hedge trimmer in a sickle-shaped movement to the edge of the hedge, so that cut branches fall to the ground.

• In order to achieve long straight lines, the placing of tensioned guiding cords is recommended. Cutting Shaped Hedges: It is recommended that hedges be cut in a trapezoidal shape, in order to prevent stripping off of the lower branches. This corresponds to the natural plant growth and allows the hedge to thrive optimally. During cutting, only the new annual growths are reduced and thus a dense branching and a good screen will develop.

1. Cut the sides of a hedge rst.

To do this, move the hedge trim- mer in the direction of growth from bottom to top. If you cut down from the top, the thinner branches will move out, which may result in some areas having sparse growth or holes.

2. Cut the top edge, according to

taste, in a at shape, roof shape or rounded shape

3. Trim young plants to the required

shape. The main growth should remain undamaged until the hedge has reached the planned height. All other shoots are lopped off to half size. Care of Free-Growing Hedges: Free-growing hedges are not shaped when cut, although they must be regularly maintained so the hedge does not become too high. Maintenance/Cleaning Repair and servicing work not de- scribed in this manual should always be carried by our Service Centre. Use only original parts. This will pre- vent damage to the equipment and any resulting personal injury. Pull out the power plug before carry- ing out any work on the equipment. There is a risk of electrocution or of injury from moving parts. Wear gloves while handling the blades. Risk of cuts. Do not use any cleaning agents or solvents. These could cause ir- reparable damage to the equipment. Chemical substances can attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Carry out the following maintenance and cleaning work regularly. This will guarantee a long and reliable service life.

• Before each use, check the hedge trimmer for obvious defects such as loose, worn or damaged parts. Check the secure seating of the bolts in the cutter bar ( 2).

• Do not use the unit if the blades are blunt or worn. This will overstress the motor and gearbox of the machine.

• Check coverings and safety devices

1,3) for damage and correct seat- ing. Replace these where necessary.12 GB IE

• Keep the ventilation slots ( 5) and motor housing of the device clean. Use a damp cloth or a brush to do this. Do not wash down the equipment with wa- ter, or submerge it in water. Clean the cutter bar (2) carefully af- ter each use. After using the equip- ment, it is imperative to: - Clean the blade (with an oily cloth); - Oil the blade shaft with an oil can or spray. Storage

• Clean the equipment before putting it away.

• Keep the trimmer in the blade protec- tion (

10) supplied, in a dry place

and out of reach of children.

• In order to hang up the device directly without blade protection ( 10), there is a drill hole in the impact protection

1). Waste Disposal and En- vironmental Protection Be environmentally friendly. Return the tool, accessories and packaging to a recy- cling centre when you have nished with them. Electrical machines do not belong in domestic waste. Take the equipment to a waste disposal site. The plastic and metal parts that are used can be separated out into pure grade, which allows recycling. Ask our Service Centre for details. Defective units returned to us will be dis- posed of for free. Spare Parts/Accessories Spare parts and accessories can be obtained at www.grizzly-service.eu If you do not have internet access, please contact the Service Centre via telephone (see “Service-Center” Page 15). Please have the order number mentioned below ready. Position Position Description Order No. instruction exploded manual drawing 2 31 Cutter bar 91102923 3 24+25 Hand protection 91102921 67-69 Carbon brushes + support 9110292213 GB IE Trouble Shooting Problem Possible cause Fault correction Device does not start Mains voltage not on Check plug socket, cable, line and plug, where appropriate, have re- paired through electrical specialist On/Off switch (

defective Repair by Service Centre Worn carbon brushes Defective motor Device runs with inter- ruptions Power cable is damaged Check the cable and have it changed by the Service Centre if necessary Internal loose electrical connection Repair by Service Centre On/Off switch (

defective Blades become hot Blades are blunt Have the blades (

or replaced (Service Centre) Blades are notched Have the blades (

replaced (Service Centre) Too much friction due to lack of lubrication Oil the blades ( 2)14 GB IE Guarantee Dear Customer, This equipment is provided with a 3-year guarantee from the date of purchase. In case of defects, you have statutory rights against the seller of the product. These statutory rights are not restricted by our guarantee presented below. Terms of Guarantee The term of the guarantee begins on the date of purchase. Please retain the original receipt. This document is required as proof of purchase. If a material or manufacturing defect occurs within three years of the date of purchase of this product, we will repair or replace – at our choice – the product for you free of charge. This guarantee requires the defective equipment and proof of pur- chase to be presented within the three-year period with a brief written description of what constitutes the defect and when it oc- curred. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, you will receive either the repaired product or a new product. No new guarantee pe- riod begins on repair or replacement of the product. Guarantee Period and Statutory Claims for Defects The guarantee period is not extended by the guarantee service. This also applies for replaced or repaired parts. Any damages and defects already present at the time of purchase must be reported immediately af- ter unpacking. Repairs arising after expiry of the guarantee period are chargeable. Guarantee Cover The equipment has been carefully pro- duced in accordance with strict quality guidelines and conscientiously checked prior to delivery. The guarantee applies for all material and manufacturing defects. This guarantee does not extend to cover product parts that are subject to normal wear and may there- fore be considered as wearing parts (e.g. cutter bars, eccentric drives and carbon brushes) or to cover damage to breakable parts (e.g. switches, batteries). This guarantee shall be invalid if the prod- uct has been damaged, used incorrectly or not maintained. Precise adherence to all of the instructions specied in the operating manual is required for proper use of the product. Intended uses and actions against which the operating manual advises or warns must be categorically avoided. The product is designed only for private and not commercial use. The guarantee will be invalidated in case of misuse or improper handling, use of force, or inter- ventions not undertaken by our authorised service branch. Processing in Case of Guarantee To ensure quick handling of you issue, please follow the following directions:

• Please have the receipt and identica- tion number (IAN 109770) ready as proof of purchase for all enquiries.

• Please nd the item number on the rat- ing plate.

• Should functional errors or other de- fects occur, please initially contact the service department specied below by telephone or by e-mail. You will then receive further information on the pro- cessing of your complaint.

• After consultation with our customer service, a product recorded as defec-15 GB IE tive can be sent postage paid to the service address communicated to you, with the proof of purchase (receipt) and specication of what constitutes the defect and when it occurred. In or- der to avoid acceptance problems and additional costs, please be sure to use only the address communicated to you. Ensure that the consignment is not sent carriage forward or by bulky goods, express or other special freight. Please send the equipment inc. all accessories supplied at the time of purchase and ensure adequate, safe transport pack- aging. Repair Service For a charge, repairs not covered by the guarantee can be carried out by our ser- vice branch, which will be happy to issue a cost estimate for you. We can handle only equipment that has been sent with adequate packaging and postage. Attention: Please send your equipment to our service branch in clean condition and with an indication of the defect. Equipment sent carriage forward or by bulky goods, express or other special freight will not be accepted. We will dispose of your defective devices free of charge when you send them to us. Service-Center Service Great Britain Tel.: 0871 5000 720 (£ 0.10/Min.) E-Mail: grizzly@lidl.co.uk IAN 109770 Importer Please note that the following address is not a service address. Please initially con- tact the service centre specied above. Grizzly Tools GmbH & Co. KG Stockstädter Straße 20 63762 Großostheim Germany www.grizzly-service.eu16 GB IE17

CH79 Translation of the original EC declaration of conformity We hereby conrm that the FHT 600 D3 series hedge trimmer serial number 201505000001-201505091320 conforms with the following applicable relevant version of the EU guidelines: 2006/42/EC•2004/108/EC•2000/14/EC

• 2011/65/EU* In order to guarantee consistency, the following harmonised standards as well as natio- nal standards and stipulations have been applied: EN60745-1:2009/A11:2010•EN60745-2-15:2009/A1:2010•EN62233:2008 EN55014-1:2006/A2:2011•EN55014-2:1997/A2:2008 EN61000-3-2:2006/A2:2009•EN61000-3-3:2013 We additionally conrm the following in accordance with the 2000/14/EC emissions guideline: Sound power level guaranteed: 101 dB(A) measured: 98.41 dB(A) Compliance evaluation process carried out in accordance with Appendix V, 2000/14/EC This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer: Grizzly Tools GmbH & Co. KG Stockstädter Straße 20 D-63762 Großostheim, Germany

• The object of the declaration described above satisfies the provisions of Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and the Council of 8 June 2011 on limiting the use of certain harmful substances in electrical and electronic appliances.