Husqvarna 500HD 56EL - Manual (Page 8)

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8. Carry the trimmer by the handles provided and
keep hands away from the cutting blades.
9. In line with agricultural Trade Association
Regulations only persons over the age of 17 may
work on their own with electric hedge trimmers.
Use is permitted for persons over 16 years if the
work is carried out under the supervision of
adults.
10.We would recommend that safety clothing is
worn during the work and that eyes, ears, hair,
hands and feet are fully protected. Protective
gloves should also be worn.
11.Ensure that the motor of your hedge shears can
not be switched on by mistake when you put it
down after work or when you are going to clean
the device. Never forget to unplug the mains
supply!
12.Check the cutting unit regularly for damage and if
damage is discovered, the cutting unit should be
properly repaired.
13.Be aware of your responsibility as user towards
third parties in the working area.
14.The trimmer must be properly checked and
serviced. If the blades get damaged they should
only be exchanged in pairs. In the event of
damage from impact, specialist’s inspection is
essential.
15.Only use extension leads which have been
authorised for outside use. These flexes must
not be lighter than PVC covered flex conforming
to 227 IEC 53. They must be water spray pro-
tected. Damaged cables of this unit are only to be
replaced by a service station designated by the
manufacturer as special tools are necessary.
Equipment which will be used in different outside
loca-tions should be connected via residual-
current - operated current breakers.
16.Ensure that the equipment is stored safely after
use in such a way that the blade cannot be
touched.
17.When using the equipment, hold it securely with
both hands, stand firmly and ensure that you
have sufficient working space. There should be
no people, animals or objects within the working
area. Select the cutting height so that the blade
does not make contact with the ground and you
can operate the equipment from a secure
position.
18.Take care when transporting the equipment (only
with blade cover!).
19.For initial use of the hedge trimmer we would
recommend that in addition to reading the
operating instructions, you also seek a practical
demonstration from an expert.
20. Always ensure that all protective devices and
handles are properly fitted. Never attempt to use
an incomplete machine.
21.The use of the hedgetrimmer is to be avoided if
other persons, above all children, are within the
working area.
22.Familiarize yourself with the working area and
pay attention to possible dangers which you
might not be able to hear due to the noise of the
machine.
5. Before use
Mounting the bow-type handle (Fig. 1)
The bow-type handle must be pulled over the blade system
from below as shown in Fig. 1 and then set into the relief of
the hedge shears housing. In doing so, one must not push
the two parts of the bow-type handle together. To fix the
bow-type handle the two included screws must be
screwed into the threadings in the housing through the
openings of the handle and fastened tightly.
Handguard (Fig. 2)
Slide the handguard onto the handguard plate at the front
side of the housing until it effectively locks into place.
Power connection
The machine can only be connected to a single-phase
a.c. current connection. The machine is protectively
insulated in accordance with classification II of VDE
0740 and can therefore be connected to sockets with-
out earth connections. Before using the machine ensure
that the mains current agrees with the operating voltage
data on the machine’s identification plate.
Power Circuit Breaker:
Machines which will be used in different outside
locations must be connected to a Power Circuit
Breaker.
Securing the power supply cable (Fig. 3)
Only use cables (extension flex) that are approved for
outdoor use. The cable diameter must be equal to or
bigger than 1.5mm² for cable lengths up to 75m.
Put the coupling of the extension flex onto the shears‘
plug. For strain relief, stick a loop of the extension flex
through the opening in the handle and put it onto the
strain relief hook. After finishing work, slide the loop
ahead over the hook and pull it back through the handle
opening. Pull the mains plug.
Extension flexes with a length of more than 30m reduce
the machine’s output.
6. Instructions for use of the equipment
Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet hedges!
Check the hedge trimmer flex and its connections
before each and every use for visible signs of damage
(disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a faulty flex.
Gloves:
Protective gloves must be worn when using the
hedge trimmer.
7. Switching the hedge shears on/off (Fig.3)
When switching the hedge shears on take a safe
stand. These hedge shears have a two-hand safety
switch. To switch the hedge shears on the bar switch in
the handle (A) and the grip switch of the bow-type
handle (B) must be pushed down.
To switch the device
off let go of both switches. The motor already stops if
one of the two switches is released.