Husqvarna 500HD 56EL - Manual (Page 9)

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8. Adjusting the turning handle
To facilitate your work the hedgetrimmer model 600HD 60EL
are equipped with a turning rear handle that can be set in 3
different positions (right, left, and normal). The purpose of this
mechanism is that especially for cutting in vertical direction the
hedge shears can be held in their ergonomically most
favourable position whereby an early fatigue of the user is
avoided.
Please proceed as follows to change the position of the
handle:
Release switch (A). Pull back the locking pin (B) (Fig. 5).
The handle is now unlocked and can be turned to the
desired position (Fig. 6+7). In the desired end position,
the pin locks back into place and securing the handle
and avoiding an accidental change of the position.
Please bear in mind that the locking pin (B) can only be
pulled back when the switch (A) is not activated (held
down). Make sure that the locking pin locks into place
again after repositioning the turning handle. Only then
the switch can be activated anew.
9. Maintenance
Always disconnect the plug from the power socket
before commencing any work on the machine.
Important: Always clean and oil the blades after prolonged
use of the hedge trimmer. This will greatly affect the life of
the equipment. Damaged cutting units must be properly
repaired immediately. Clean the shearing blades with a
dry cloth or – in case of heavier dirt – with a brush.
Attention: Danger of injury!Oiling of the blades should
ideally be carried out using an environmentally friendly
lubricant (Fig. 8).
Sharpening of the blades
The blades generally do not need servicing and do not
require resharpening if used correctly. In order to prevent
injuries caused by the blades when not in use, the sharpened
cutting blade should be covered by the blade cover (Fig. 9).
The blades cannot be sharpened by the user without
opening the equipment and the safety mechanism.
Resharpening of the blades can therefore only be carried
out at a specialist workshop.
Changing the blades
Only correct installation of the blades will guarantee problem-
free operation and function of the above mentioned
safety feature of the blades. Changing of the blades should
therefore only be carried out at a specialist workshop.
10. Holding the hedge trimmer when in use (Fig. 10)
This equipment will enable you to cut or trim bushes and
hedges easily and comfortably.
Trimming of hedges
-
Young shoots are best cut in a scythe move ment.
- Older and stronger hedges are best cut in a sawing
movement.
- Branches, which are too thick for the hedge trimmer,
should be cut with a saw.
- Sides of hedges should be cut upwards in a taper.
In order to achieve an even height
-
Fix a guide line at the required height.
- Cut evenly over this guide line.
11. Optimum safety
The 5 special features two-hand safety switch,
quick blade stop, protective cover, blade safety rail
and impact protector are fitted to provide the hedge
trimmer with optimum safety features.
Two-hand safety switch (Fig. 4)
To switch on the hedge trimmer one of the switch bars
on the hand grip (A or B) and the switch on the bow-type
handle (C) must be held down. If one of the switches is
released, the shearing blades will stop after ca. 0.2
seconds.
Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will stop in
max. 0.2 sec. when one of the two switches is released.
Blade safety rail (Fig. 9)
The cutting blade set back from the blade housing
reduces the risk of injuries due to unintentional body
contact. As soon as the hedge trimmer is switched off,
the sharp cutting blades will stop - due to safety reasons
- exactly under the cover rail in order to reduce the risk of
injuries during transport.
Impact protector (Fig. 11)
The extended guide rail prevents unpleasant shocks
(blade recoil) being transmitted to the operator due to
impact with solid objects (wall, ground etc.).
Gear protection feature
If solid objecst are caught in the cutting blade and jam the
motor, switch off the machine at once, disconnect the
power plug from the power socket, remove the object and
continue with the work.
The equipment is also fitted with an overload cutout, which
protects the gears against mechanical damage in the event
of blade jams.
12. Storing the trimmer after use
The hedge shears must be stored such that there is
no danger of injuries being caused to persons by the
cutting blades!
Important note: The shearing blades should be cleaned
after each use.(see also Section 9. Maintenance).This
will considerably increase the service life of the device.
Please use a lubricator that is not harmful to the environ-
ment , e. g. our service spray. Then put the shears in
their case with the cutting blades first.
13.Repair service
Repairs to electric power tools should only be carried
out by specialist electrical personnnel.