Cutting techniques
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The hedge trimmer can be guided with its
double-sided cutters forwards and back-
wards or in an oscillating movement from
one side to the other.
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Cut the sides of the hedge first and then
the top.
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Cut the hedge from bottom to top.
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Hold the hedge trimmer at an angle
of 5–Œ0° to the hedge to ensure a straight
cut.
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Cut the hedge in a trapezoidal shape.
This prevents the lower part of the hedge
from losing its foliage due to lack of light.
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Cut the upper edges of the hedge slightly
round.
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Cut in several stages if heavy trimming is
required.
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Peg out a string line if you want to cut the
hedge evenly.
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Trim the young hedge plants to the
required shape. The main shoot should
not be damaged until the hedge has
reached the required height. All other
shoots can be cut back to half their
height.
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Dispose of the clippings properly and in
an environmentally friendly manner.
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Cutting times:
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Deciduous hedges – June and October
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Evergreen hedges – April and August
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Fast growing hedges (e.g. conifers) –
from May approx. every 6 weeks
NOTE
Beware of nesting birds in the hedge. Do not
cut the hedge until birds have fledged or do
not cut this part of the hedge.
Maintenance and care
WARNING!
Before performing any work on the garden
tool, remove the battery.
Sharp cutting tools! Wear protective gloves.
In the interest of your own safety!
Perform only the maintenance work
described here yourself. All other work, in
particular motor maintenance and repairs,
must be performed by a trained specialist.
Improper work may damage the power tool
and also result in injuries. Have power tool
inspected once a year at a service centre.
Cleaning
WARNING!
Do not use water or liquid detergents.
CAUTION!
Clean the unit after every use. Failure to
clean the unit can damage the materials and
cause malfunctions.
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After each use, clean the hedge trimmer
using a dry cloth or a brush if the unit is
very dirty.
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Never spray the hedge trimmer with
water.
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Keep the ventilation slits clean and dust-
free.
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Clean the cutter bar after each use.
Remove contamination, remains of
blades etc.
