Westfalia 873902 Electric Hedge Trimmer 710 W Instruction Manual

Westfalia 873902 Electric Hedge Trimmer 710 W

Dear Customers

Please familiarize yourself with the proper usage of the unit by reading and following each chapter of this manual, in the order presented. Keep these operating instructions for further reference.
This operating instruction contains important details for handling the unit. Please pass the manual on along with the unit if it is handed over to a third party!
Please also read all safety instructions!
These instructions will make it easier for you to handle the unit and help prevent misunderstandings and possible damage or injury.

Overview

• Auxiliary Handle with Safety Switch
• Release Switch
• Handle witch ON/OFF Switch
• Cable Run
• Hand Protection
• Blade Bar
• Blade Bar Protection w/o fig.

Safety Notes

Please note the included General Safety Notes and the following safety notes to avoid malfunctions, damage or physical injury:

• Make sure the voltage corresponds to the type label on the unit.
• Persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental abilities are not allowed to use the unit.
• Keep bystanders out of the working area. Do not leave the hedge trimmer unattended after use.
• Use the hedge trimmer only for the intended use to cut leaves, bushes, shrubs and hedges. Do not cut thick branches or similar material.
• Do not use the hedge trimmer near flammable liquids or gases.
• The unit is not designed for continuous, professional use.
• Do not expose the hedge trimmer to rain. Do not operate the trimmer in damp or wet locations and do not cut wet foliage. Do not work in the dark.
• Before using, check the hedge trimmer for any damaged parts and do not use the trimmer if damages are detected.
• Operate the hedge trimmer with the mounted hand protection (5) only.
• Keep the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands and hold the trimmer only on the handle.
• Wear suitable clothing and use safety glasses, safety gloves and ear protection.
• Make sure to have a safety stand when operating the trimmer. When using ladder or scaffold, make sure the stands are stable and cannot topple over. Always keep yourself balanced when cutting with the hedge trimmer.
• Make sure the power cord cannot get into the cutting area. Keep the cord away from oil, heat and sharp edges.
• Never carry the hedge trimmer by the cord and always grasp the plug to unplug from the wall socket. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle when the blades are idle. Always fit the blade protection when carrying or storing the hedge trimmer. Careful handling with the trimmer reduces the risk of injury.
• Do not pull the trimmer by the cord. Make sure the power cord cannot get caught in any way.
• When cleaning, maintaining and not in use always switch off and disconnect from power mains.
• Use only extension cables which are approved for outdoor operation. Use approvable extension cable with a cable quality of H07RN-F; 3×1.5 mm2. Ask your electrician.
• For using the unit, we recommend the use of an RCD with a residual current < 30 mA. In Switzerland the utilisation of an RCD is obligatory.
• The blades are very sharp. Do not touch the blades during use and keep fingers, hair, clothing and similar objects away from the blades.
• Do not attempt to remove cut material from the blades or to hold material to be cut when the blades are running. Remove jammed material from the blades after switching off and unplugging. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
• Keep the blades always sharp and clean. Replace defective or completely worn blades with original parts only.
• Do not force the trimmer while cutting. Allow to hedge trimmer to work at the rate for which it was designed.
• Have sufficient rests!
• Should the unit become damaged do not use it and have it repaired by a professional or contact our customer support department. Do not disassemble the unit or try repairing it yourself.
• Attention! Observe the warning notes.
• Read the instruction manual.
• Do not expose the machine to rain.
• Keep sufficient distance to other objects.
• Wear eye protection.
• Wear hearing protection.
• Wear protective gloves.
• Wear sturdy shoes.
• Attention! Unplug the power plug before maintenance.
• Attention! Unplug the power plug if the power cord is damaged.

Operation

Before first Use
Remove the hedge trimmer and the accessory from the packaging. Dispose of packaging materials out of reach of small children. There is risk of suffocation!

1. Form a loop with the extension cord and pass it through the opening in the handle.
2. Hook the extension cord on the cable run (4).

Adjusting the Working Position

1. The motor housing can be rotated in both directions by 90° and snaps into place in both directions at 45° and 90°. In order to rotate the motor housing, Push the release button (2) forward and either turn it to the left or to the right until the housing locks audibly.
   Please note that operating the hedge trimmer without locked motor housing is not possible.

Operating

1. Connect the plug of the hedge trimmer with the extension cord and a wall socket.
2. Remove the blade bar protection (7).
3. To switch on the hedge trimmer, first press the auxiliary safety switch on the auxiliary handle (1) and then press the ON/OFF switch on the handle (3). When working with the hedge trimmer please always hold the unit firmly with both hands, one hand on the handle (3) and the other hand on the auxiliary handle (1). For switching off the unit, release the switches.
4. Before adjusting the angle of inclination first disconnect from power mains.

Below you will find some hints on trimming hedges:

• Before cutting bushes, scrubs or hedges, remove thick branches or similar material. Make sure that there are no small animals hidden in the bushes or hedges.
• There are different cutting techniques and certain seasons to be observed when trimming hedges or bushes. For detailed infor-mation see appropriate technical literature.
• Please note the local rest periods when working with the hedge trimmer in order to avoid disturbances.
• If a hedge has to be cut back very substantially, trim the hedge in two passes.
• First cut the hedge to the desired height and stretch a string along the hedge at the desired height. Guide the blades of the hedge trimmer at an angle of 10 – 15° to the hedge in order to get a straight cut.
• Trim the hedge to a trapezoidal shape cutting from the bottom to the top.
• Round the top edges of the hedge.
• Finally trim the bottom edges back.
• Appropriately dispose of cut materials.

Maintenance and Cleaning

• Oil the blade bar with a suitable oil spray after cleaning and before using the hedge trimmer again.
• When cleaning or maintaining the hedge trimmer, first disconnect from power mains.
• Remove dirt from the blade bar with a scrubbing brush or a small brush.
• Do not clean the housing with sharp detergents or aggressive chemicals in order not to damage the surfaces. Use only a lightly moistened cloth for cleaning. Clean the ventilation slots with a soft brush.
• Store the hedge trimmer in a dry, dust-free and frost-protected place.
• When not in use and when storing the hedge trimmer, always slide the blade bar protection over the blade bar.

Technical Data

EC Declaration of Conformity

We, the Westfalia Werkzeugcompany, Werkzeugstraße 1, D-58093 Hagen, declare by our own responsibility that the product

Electric Hedge Trimmer 710 W
Article No. 87 39 02

is according to the basic requirements, which are defined in the European Directives and their amendments.

2011/65/EU
Restriction of the Use of certain hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic Equipment (RoHS)

2014/30/EU
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013

2006/42/EG
Machinery EN 60745-2-15:2009+A1

2000/14/EG
Outdoor Directive (102 dB LWA)

The technical documentations are on file at the QA department of the Westfalia Werkzeug-company.

Hagen, 23rd of October, 2020

Customer Services

Westfalia
Moosham 31
A-4943 Geinberg OÖ
Telefon: (07723) 4 27 59 54 Telefax: (07723) 4 27 59 23 Internet: www .westfalia-versand.at

Disposal

Dear Customer,
Please help avoid waste materials.
If you at some point intend to dispose of this article, then please keep in mind that many of its components consist of valuable materials, which can be recycled. Please do not discharge it in the rubbish bin, but check with your local council for recycling facilities in your area.

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