Husqvarna 323HD60 - Manual (Page 15)

WORKING TECHNIQUES
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• When the engine is switched off, keep your hands and
feet away from the cutting attachment until it has
stopped completely.
• Watch out for stumps of branches that can be thrown
out during cutting.
• Do not cut too close to the ground. Stones and other
objects can be thrown out.
• Check the working area for foreign objects such as
electricity cables, insects and animals, etc, or other
objects that could damage the cutting attachment,
such as metal items.
• If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the
machine immediately. Disconnect the HT lead from
the spark plug. Check that the machine is not
damaged. Repair any damage.
• If anything jams in the blades while you are working,
switch off the engine and wait until it has stopped
completely before cleaning the blades. Disconnect the
HT lead from the spark plug.
• Watch out for plant material that attaches to or around
the exhaust pipe, to avoid the risk of fire.
• Avoid using the hedge trimmers upside down on top of
the hedge. Risk of damage to the hedge due to the
exhaust fumes.
• Never put the machine down with the engine running
unless you have it in clear sight.
Safety instructions after completing work
• The transport guard should always be fitted to the
cutting attachment when the machine is not in use.
• Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before
cleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection.
Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.
• Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the
cutting attachment. This is extremely sharp and can
easily cause cuts.
• Store the machine out of reach of children.
• Use only original spare parts for repairs.
Basic working techniques
• Work with a swinging action from the bottom upwards
when trimming sides.
• Adjust the throttle setting to suit the load.
• When trimming a hedge the engine should always
face away from the hedge.
• Hold the machine as close to your body as possible to
get the best balance.
• Make sure that the tip does not touch the ground.
• Do not rush the work, but work steadily until all the
branches have been cut back cleanly.
(325HD60, 325HD75)
• The hedge trimmer’s rear handle can be set in three
positions by pulling out the catch. See figure. When
the handle is adjusted the hedge trimmer should be
idling or not running.
• While working the handle should always be facing
upwards irrespective of how the hedge trimmer is
directed.