Florabest FHT 600 A1 - Manual (Page 9)

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cutting, the blades move backwards and
forwards in linear motion. The impact pro-
tection on the tip of the cutter bar prevents
unpleasant recoils should the trimmer
come into contact 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.
Overview
A 1 Contact protection guard with
predrilled holes for hanging the
trimmer up
2 Safety blade
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 with predrilled
holes for hanging the trimmer up
Scope of delivery
Unpack the device and check it for com-
pleteness.
- Electric hedge trimmer
- Hand protection with 2 screws included
- Blade protection
Mounting the Hand Pro-
tection
Pull out the power plug before car-
rying out any work on the equip-
ment.
Use only original parts.
B 1. Slide the hand protection (3)
onto the equipment and secure
in place using the screws on
either side of the unit.
Operating the Hedge
Trimmer
Do not use the equipment with-
out the hand guard. Wear suit-
able clothing and work gloves
when working with the equip-
ment.
Ensure that the equipment is
functional before each use. 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 work-
ing with the equipment. Ensure
that the mains voltage value
matches the label on the equip-
ment.
Note noise protection and local
specifications.
Switching On and Off
Ensure that you are standing in a
firm position with both hands grip-
ping the hedge trimmer away from
the body. Ensure that the trimmer