Fieldmann FZN 6005-E - Manual (Page 16)

FZN 6005-E
16 EN Assembly of the tool | Operation
6. ASSEMBLY OF THE TOOL
Loosen the arresting element (7) on the connecting handle (see Fig. 2).
Insert the rear handle into the front part in the direction (A) (see Fig. 3). Make sure the groove
(1) (groove 1 on the front pole) snapped into the slot (2) (slot 2 in the connecting handle).
Insert the arresting element (7) in the direction (B) into a threaded hole (see Fig. 4) and screw
it tight in the direction (A). Make sure the connection is properly tightened.
7. OPERATION
Adjusting trimmer head angle
The trimmer head can be adjusted up to 8 different working angles.
With one hand press the adjusting button PUSH and turn the trimmer head into the desired
position. After releasing the button, the trimmer head is automatically locked in the set
position (see Fig. 5).
Adjusting telescopic pole length
The electric hedge trimmer is equipped with a telescopic pole the length of which ranges from
1.85 m (fully retracted) up to 2.45 m (fully extracted). The locking bush with arresting element will
ensure sufficient strength of the pole in any length.
To extend the pole, loosen the arresting element (7) in the direction (A) (see Fig. 6). The pole
can be easily extracted.
Pull the front part of the pole and extract it up to the desired length.
Note: Always extend the pole only up to the minimum length required for cutting the
particular shrubbery.
To lock the pole in the position, tighten the arresting element (7) in the direction (B)
(see Fig. 6).
Starting the hedge trimmer
Remove the blade scabbard (1) in the direction (A) from the cutting blades (2) (see Fig. 7).
Adjust the trimmer head to the desired position and the pole to the desired length.
Plug the power cord to the outlet.
Grasp the hedge trimmer pole with your both hands. Hold the pole at prescribed grip areas
(B) and use the supporting shoulder strap. (see Fig. 8) Hold the pole firmly. The thumbs and
fingers must firmly wrap both the pole and the handle of the tool.
Stand so that you are stable and balanced. Stand with your legs apart. Distribute your weight
evenly on both feet.