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OPERATION cont.

HOW TO USE HEDGE TRIMMER (Figs. 6, 7 and 8)

NOTE: Inspect the area to be cut before each use, and remove objects which can

be thrown or become entangled in the cutting blades.

1. Always hold the Hedge trimmer with both hands and with the blade away from you

before turning it on.

2. Always keep the power cord behind the Hedge trimmer when in use.

Do not place it over the hedge that you are trimming where it may be cut by the blade.

3. When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping action so that the stems are fed directly

into the blade.

4. Allow the cutting blades to reach full speed before entering the material to be cut.

5. Always work in the direction going away from people and solid objects such as walls,

large stones, trees, vehicles etc.

6. If the blade stalls, immediately stop the Hedge trimmer.

Disconnect the Hedge Trimmer from the electrical outlet and clear the jammed debris from

the cutting blade.

7. Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly growth.

8. Move the Hedge trimmer to feed the branches directly into the blade cutting edges.

9. Do not try to cut stems that are too large to feed into the cutting blade.

OPERATION cont.

SIDE CUTTING (Fig. 8)

When trimming the sides of the hedge, begin at the bottom and cut upwards,

tapering the hedge inward at the top.

This shape will expose more of the hedge, resulting in a more uniform growth.

Fig. 8

Fig. 6

HOW TO USE YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER cont. (Figs. 6, 7 and 8)

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace

immediately. Never use your tool with a damaged cord since touching the

damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.

If the supply cord is damaged, stop using the unit. Take unit to a qualified service

dealer for inspection and possible repair using identical replacement parts.

Fig. 7

BUBBLE

LEVEL (5)

TOP CUTTING (Fig. 6 and 7)

Use a wide sweeping motion. A slight downward tilt of the cutting blades in the direction

of motion gives the best cutting results.

The built-in BUBBLE LEVEL (5) assists you in cutting the hedge flat and even.

The bubble will hover in the middle of the bulb when the blade is level to the ground.

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