Mantis Hedge Trimmer E System User Manual

Owners manual and safety instructions

Manuel d’utilisation et consignes de sécurité

Benutzerhandbuch und Sicherheitshinweise

Hedge Trimmer E System

Taille-haie E-System

E-System-Heckenschere

Table of contents

Important information

A. Introduction

This attachment is fitted with double edged reciprocating blades, intended to be used to trim hedges and shrubs.

B. Specification

C. Contents of the package

1. Hedge trimmer attachment assembly

2. Plastic blade guard

D. Service information contact

If you have questions about any topic in this manual,contact your local authorised Mantis dealer.

WARNING DANGER

ATTENTION: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL

HEED ITS WARNING! STAY ALERT!

WARNING DANGER

BLADES ARE EXTREMELY SHARP! TO AVOID

INJURY WHEN UNPACKING THE HEDGE

TRIMMER, DO NOT GRASP THE BLADES.

WARNING DANGER

READ & UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.

TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR ACCIDENTS,

COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN

THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT

IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR

EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Important information

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Special safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Safety and warnings

Safety labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

General safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Warranties policy . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover

E. Special safety information

MODEL SHAFT TOTAL

LENGTH WEIGHT

330105 62 cm 2.7 kg

Safety and warnings

A. Safety labels

Please pay particular attention to the warning and information labels found on various parts of this hedge trimmer attachment unit. They are an important part of the safety system. These labels must be replaced in time due to abrasion, etc. It is your responsibility to replace the labels when they become hard to read. The location of these labels and their part numbers for ordering are shown below.

WARNING!

WEAR EYE AND EAR

PROTECTION

READ AND

UNDERSTAND

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

BEFORE USING! KEEP

IN SAFE PLACE!

KEEP BYSTANDERS AT

A SAFE DISTANCE

THROWN OBJECTS

P/N 331179

P/N 330600

WARNING! WEAR SLIP-RESISTANT FOOTWEAR. MAINTAIN

FOOTING AND BALANCE

AT ALL TIMES. DO NOT

STAND ON SLIPPERY,

UNEVEN OR UNSTABLE

SURFACES. DO NOT

WORK IN ODD

POSITIONS OR ON

LADDER. DO NOT OVER

REACH.

DANGER ZONE

SURROUNDING THE

OPERATOR. ONLY THE

OPERATOR SHOULD BE IN THE DANGER ZONE!

WARNING – DANGER

IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS HEDGE

TRIMMER, OR FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER

PROTECTION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR SAFE

OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS

MANUAL.

WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION,

AND PROPER CLOTHING.

WARNING!

CUTTING HAZARD! KEEP

BOTH HANDS ON HANDLES

AND AWAY FROM BLADES!

General safety rules

Don’t ever grasp cutting blades for any reason.

Don’t attempt to clear cut material while blades are moving,

and the motor is running. Never try to remove jammed material or adjust the blade angle before switching the motor off and making sure the blades have stopped completely.

Don’t hold the cutter blades when making any adjustments to the blade or loop handle positions.

Always make sure that the blades are in the correct working position that you want before starting the motor.

Always stop the motor before adjusting the working position of the cutting device.

WARNING – DANGER

THE BLADES COAST AFTER SWITCH TRIGGER

IS RELEASED AND MOTOR IS SWITCHED OFF.

MAKE SURE BLADES HAVE COME TO A

COMPLETE STOP AND ENGINE IS OFF BEFORE

RELEASING A HANDLE.

WARNING – DANGER

IF TRIMMER IS USED IMPROPERLY OR SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED, THE

USER RISKS SERIOUS INJURY TO THEMSELVES

AND OTHERS.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS

HEDGE TRIMMER.

WARNING

WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING,

SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE

THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND

PERSONAL INJURY.

Pay particular attention to all sections regarding safety.

Read and understand all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of equipment.

For safe operations:

1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2. Consider wor

k ar

ea environment. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is risk of fire or explosion.

3. Guar

d against electric shock. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, e.g. pipes, radiators, stoves, ovens, refrigerators.

4. Keep children away. Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept away from area. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

5. Stor

e idle tools. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high or locked up place, out of reach of children.

6. Do not f

orce the tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended. Walk, never run.

7. Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example, do not use chain saw attachment to cut tree limbs or logs.

8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be caught in moving parts. Long trousers, non-slip gloves and sturdy work shoes with non-skid soles are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

9. Use pr

otective equipment

. To avoid injury, wear ear, eye protection, face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. To avoid injury from falling branches, wear helmet. Eye protection must meet applicable CE requirements.

10. Do not a

buse the cord. Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

11. Maintain tool with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

12. Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.

13. Remo

ve adjusting keys and wrenches.

Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting

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