Stiga SH 60 - Manuel (Page 8)

sing. (If necessary, pull the lower ends of the
handle slightly apart.) Take care that you do not
squeeze the two parts of the bow-type handle.
To fasten the bow-type handle screw the two
included screws through the openings in the
handle into the threaded holes of the housing and
fasten them tightly. After fastening the handle,
remove the transportation protection (scotch
tape).
Protection shield (Fig. 2)
If screws are fastened to the bottom plate, remove
these.Fasten the hand protector with the two in-
cluded screws to the bottom plate.
Power connection
The machine can only be connected to a single-
phase a.c. current connection. The machine is
protectively insulated in accordance with classi-
fication II of VDE 0740 and can therefore be
connected to sockets without 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 extension lead (Fig. 5)
Only use extension leads suitable for outside use.
The cross section of the wire (max. length of
extension cord: 75m) must be at least 1,5 mm2.
Secure the equipment flex to the extension lead
by means of a loop (Fig. 5).
Extension leads longer than 30 m will reduce the
performance of the machine.
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. 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. 6).
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. 4).
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.
8. Holding the hedge trimmer when in use
( Fig. 7)
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.
9. 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.