STIHL HSE 60, 70
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Instruction Manual
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Contents
English
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Using the Unit 9
Connecting to Power Supply 10
Switching On 11
Switching Off 11
Overload Cutout 12
Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Storing the Machine 12
Sharpening Instructions 12
Main Parts 13
Specifications 14
Maintenance and Repairs 15
Disposal 15
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings 16
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your hedge
trimmer.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL hedge
trimmer, it is important that you read,
understand and follow the safety
precautions and the operating and
maintenance instructions in chapter
"Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques" before using your hedge
trimmer.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
WARNING
Because a hedge trimmer is a highspeed, fast-cutting power tool with sharp
cutting blades, special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Careless or improper
use may cause serious or even fatal
injury.
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HSE 60, HSE 70
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Guide to Using this Manual Safety Precautions and
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to or
embossed on the machine are shown
and explained in this manual.
Symbols in Text
Many operating and safety instructions
are supported by illustrations.
The individual steps or procedures
described in the manual may be marked
in different ways:
N A bullet marks a step or procedure.
A description of a step or procedure that
refers directly to an illustration may
contain item numbers that appear in the
illustration. Example:
N Loosen the screw (1).
N Lever (2) ...
In addition to the operating instructions,
this manual may contain paragraphs
that require your special attention. Such
paragraphs are marked with the
symbols and signal words described
below:
DANGER
Indicates an imminent risk of severe or
fatal injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in severe or
fatal injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a risk of property damage,
including damage to the machine or its
individual components.
Engineering Improvements
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
are made from time to time. Therefore,
some changes, modifications and
improvements may not be covered in
this manual. If the operating
characteristics or the appearance of
your machine differ from those
described in this manual, please contact
your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area for assistance.
Working Techniques
Because a hedge trimmer is a high-speed, fastcutting power tool with
sharp cutting blades,
special safety precautions must be observed to
reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock and personal injury.
It is important that you
read, fully understand
and observe the foregoing Important Safety
Instructions and the following safety precautions
and warnings. Read the
instruction manual and
the safety precautions
periodically. Careless or
improper use may cause
serious or fatal injury.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how
to operate your power tool. Observe all
applicable local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
WARNING
Do not lend or rent your power tool
without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this manual.
WARNING
The use of this machine may be
hazardous. If the cutting tool comes in
contact with your body, it will cut you.
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Use your hedge trimmer only for cutting
hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and
similar material.
WARNING
Do not use it for other purposes, since
misuse may result in personal injury or
property damage, including damage to
the machine.
WARNING
Minors should never be allowed to use
this power tool. Bystanders, especially
children, and animals should not be
allowed in the area where it is in use.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders
and damage to property, disconnect the
plug when the unit is not in use (e. g.
during a work break), and make sure
that unauthorized persons do not use it.
Safe use of a hedge trimmer involves
1. the operator
2. the power tool
3. the use of the power tool.
THE OPERATOR
WARNING
Be alert – if you get tired, take a break.
Tiredness may result in loss of control.
Working with any power tool can be
strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your doctor before operating
this machine.
WARNING
Prolonged use of a power tool (or other
machines) exposing the operator to
vibrations may produce whitefinger
disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or
carpal tunnel syndrome.
These conditions reduce the hand's
ability to feel and regulate temperature,
produce numbness and burning
sensations and may cause nerve and
circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
All factors which contribute to
whitefinger disease are not known, but
cold weather, smoking and diseases or
physical conditions that affect blood
vessels and blood transport, as well as
high vibration levels and long periods of
exposure to vibration are mentioned as
factors in the development of whitefinger
disease. In order to reduce the risk of
whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel
syndrome, please note the following:
– Wear gloves and keep your hands
warm.
– Keep the unit well maintained. A
power tool with loose components
will tend to have higher vibration
levels.
– Maintain a firm grip at all times, but
do not squeeze the handles with
constant, excessive pressure. Take
frequent breaks.
All the above-mentioned precautions do
not guarantee that you will not sustain
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should closely monitor the
condition of their hands and fingers. If
any of the above symptoms appear,
seek medical advice immediately.
WARNING
According to STIHL´s current
knowledge, the electric motor of this unit
should not interfere with a pacemaker.
When in doubt, however, consult your
physician and pacemaker manufacturer
before operating this tool.
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment. Do not operate
this machine when you are fatigued.
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Proper Clothing
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator
should wear proper protective apparel.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of
injury to your eyes never
operate your power tool
unless wearing goggles
or properly fitted protective glasses with
adequate top and side
protection complying with
ANSI Z87 "+" (or your
applicable national
standard).
Power tool noise may
damage your hearing. If
you use the hedge trimmer for extended periods
of time STIHL recommends that you wear
sound barriers (ear plugs
or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing.
Continual and regular
users should have their
hearing checked
regularly.
Be particularly alert and cautious when
wearing hearing protection because
your ability to hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
Always wear heavy duty
work gloves (e.g. made of
leather or other wear
resistant material) when
handling the machine
and the cutting tool.
Heavy-duty, nonslip
gloves improve your grip
and help to protect your
hands.
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of
movement. Wear long
pants made of heavy
material to help protect
your legs. Do not wear
shorts, sandals or go
barefoot.
Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarfs,
neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants,
unconfined long hair or anything that
could become caught on branches,
brush or the moving parts of the unit.
Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
Good footing is very
important. Wear sturdy
boots with nonslip soles.
Steel-toed safety boots
are recommended.
THE POWER TOOL
For illustrations and definitions of the
power tool parts see the chapter on
“Main Parts and Controls”.
WARNING
Never modify this power tool in any way.
Only attachments supplied by STIHL or
expressly approved by STIHL for use
with the specific STIHL model are
authorized. Although certain
unauthorized attachments are useable
with STIHL power tools, their use may,
in fact, be extremely dangerous.
If this tool is subjected to unusually high
loads for which it was not designed (e. g.
heavy impact or a fall), always check
that it is in good condition before
continuing work. Check in particular that
the controls and safety devices such as
the dual switch system, hand guard,
mechanical sprocket brake and integral
blade guard are working properly. Do
not continue operating this machine if it
is damaged. In case of doubt, have it
checked by your STIHL servicing dealer.
THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL
Electrical Precautions
WARNING
The voltage of the power supply must
agree with the voltage specified on the
hedge trimmer's rating plate. Improper
voltage will damage the hedge trimmer
and may cause personal injury.
See other electrical warnings in this
chapter and in the “Important Safety
Instructions“ section of this manual.
Transporting the Electric Hedge
Trimmer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from blade
contact, never carry or transport your
power tool with the cutter blades
moving.
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It may be carried only in the horizontal
position. Grip the front handle and keep
the cutter blades behind you.
WARNING
Always release the switches, disconnect
the unit from the power supply and fit the
scabbard over the cutter blades before
transporting the power tool over long
distances. When transporting it in a
vehicle, properly secure it to prevent
turnover and damage to the unit.
Preparation for the Use of the Electric
Hedge Trimmer
WARNING
Never use a power tool that is damaged
or not properly maintained.
WARNING
Before connecting the hedge trimmer to
the power supply, always check it for
proper condition and operation,
including the dual switch system, cutting
blades with integral blade guard and
hand guard. The trigger switch and fronthandle switch must both move freely
and always spring back to the off
position. Never attempt to tamper with
the switches or to modify the other
controls or safety devices.
WARNING
Inspect the power supply cord, plug and
extension cord before and after each
use for signs of damage or aging.
WARNING
Remove plug from the
mains immediatly if the
cable is damaged or cut.
Inspect the power supply
cord, plug, extension
cord and housing before
use and periodically during use. In order to
reduce the risk of serious
injury from electrocution,
never use your hedge
trimmer if the power supply cord, extension cord
or plugs are cut, cracked,
worn or damaged or if the
housing is broken or
cracked. Disconnect the
plug from the power supply and have a dealer
replace a damaged
power supply cord and/or
repair a broken or
cracked housing. Immediately replace any
damaged extension
cords.
Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a
mechanical sprocket brake designed to
bring the cutting blades immediately to a
stop when one or both switches are
released.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of cut injuries, do not
operate your hedge trimmer if the cutting
blades do not stop immediately or if the
teeth of the top and the bottom cutting
blades do not stop in an overlapping
position. Have your unit repaired by a
servicing STIHL dealer.
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446BA004 KN
446BA005 KN
WARNING
Keep the handles clean and dry at all
times; it is particularly important to keep
them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease
or resin in order for you to maintain a firm
grip and properly control your power
tool.
WARNING
The cutting tool must be properly
tightened and in safe operating
condition. Inspect for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent,
warped or damaged blades. Regularly
check the condition and tightness of the
cutting blades – with the hedge trimmer
diconnected from the power supply!
Replace damaged cutting blades before
using the power tool. Always keep
blades sharp.
STIHL recommends that you always
spray the cutting blades with STIHL
resin solvent before connecting the
hedge trimmer to the power supply! You
can obtain this protective spray from
your dealer. Apply generously.
During Operation
Dual Switch System
Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a
dual switch system for two-handed
operation. It has a trigger switch on the
rear handle as well as a front-handle
switch. It is designed so that the cutting
blades will only engage if both switches
are simultaneously in the depressed
position.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut
injuries, never attempt to disable or
override the dual switch system. If it is
not functioning properly, have it repaired
immediately by a STIHL servicing dealer
before further use.
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles while you are
working. Wrap your fingers and thumbs
around the handles.
Right-hand Use
Put your right hand on the rear handle,
left hand on the front handle.
Left-hand Use
Put your left hand on the rear handle,
right hand on the front handle.
WARNING
Never attempt to operate
your power tool with one
hand. Loss of control of
the power tool resulting in
serious or fatal injury may
result. To reduce the risk
of cut injuries, keep
hands and feet away
from the cutting tool.
Never touch a moving
cutting tool with your
hand or any other part of
your body.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of unintentional
starting, never carry a plugged-in unit
from place to place with your finger on
the trigger switch. Be sure both switches
are disengaged when plugging in.
WARNING
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Special care
must be taken in slippery conditions and
in difficult, overgrown terrain. Watch for
hidden obstacles such as tree stumps,
roots and ditches to avoid stumbling. For
better footing, clear away fallen
branches, scrub and cuttings. Be
extremely cautious when working on
slopes or uneven ground.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control, never work on a ladder, in a tree
or any other insecure support. Never
hold the machine above shoulder
height.
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Working Conditions
WARNING
Never attempt to use an electric hedge
trimmer in locations where there is a
potential for explosive or flammable
atmospheres.
Operate your power tool under good
visibility and daylight conditions only.
Work carefully.
Do not cut any material other than
hedges or similar soft vegetation. Do not
cut stems greater than 17 mm (0.7 inch)
thick.
WARNING
If the vegetation being cut or the
surrounding ground is coated with a
chemical substance (such as an active
pesticide or herbicide), read and follow
the instructions and warnings that
accompanied the substance at issue.
WARNING
Inhalation of certain dusts, especially
organic dusts such as mold or pollen,
can cause susceptible persons to have
an allergic or asthmatic reaction.
Substantial or repeated inhalation of
dust and other airborne contaminants, in
particular those with a smaller particle
size, may cause respiratory or other
illnesses. Control dust at the source
where possible. Use good work
practices, such as operating the unit so
that the wind or operating process
directs any dust raised by the power tool
away from the operator. Follow the
recommendations of EPA / OSHA /
NIOSH and occupational and trade
associations with respect to dust
(“particulate matter”). When the
inhalation of dust cannot be
substantially controlled, i.e., kept at or
near the ambient (background) level, the
operator and any bystanders should
wear a respirator approved by NIOSH /
MSHA for the type of dust encountered.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
In the event of an emergency, release
one or both switches immediately to stop
the movement of the cutting blades.
WARNING
Before you start work, examine the
hedge area for stones, fence wire, metal
or other solid objects which could
damage the cutting blades.
Take particular care when cutting
hedges next to or against wire fences.
Do not touch the wire with the cutting
blades. When working close to the
ground, make sure that no sand, grit or
stones get between the cutting blades.
Striking solid foreign objects such as
stones, fence wire or metal could
damage the cutting attachment and may
cause blades to crack, chip or break.
STIHL does not recommend the use of
your power tool when cutting in areas
where the blades could contact such
objects.
WARNING
Observe the cutting blades at all times –
do not cut any areas of the hedge that
you cannot see. When cutting the top of
a taller hedge, check the other side of
the hedge frequently for bystanders,
animals and obstructions.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of
electrocution, never operate this power tool in the
vicinity of any wires or
cables (power, etc.) that
may be carrying electric
current.
WARNING
When using the electric hedge trimmer,
always keep the power supply cord and
extension cord behind you and away
from the cutting tool. Never drape the
cord over the hedge being trimmed.
Always ensure that your power cords do
not become entangled with obstacles or
objects. Damaged cords may cause
electrocution.
WARNING
Avoid damage to the power cords. Keep
cords away from heat, oil and sharp
edges. Never carry hedge trimmer by
power cable or yank power cable or
extension cord to disconnect the plug
from the wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the
plug not the cord.
WARNING
If the blades become clogged or stuck,
always release the switches, disconnect
the plug, and make sure the cutting tool
has stopped, before cleaning. Debris,
etc. should be cleaned off the cutting
tool at regular intervals.
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Check the cutting blades at regular short
intervals during operation, or
immediately if there is a noticeable
change in cutting behavior:
– Disconnect the hedge trimmer from
the power supply.
– Wait until the cutting blades have
come to a complete standstill.
– Check condition and tightness; look
for cracks.
– Check sharpness.
– Replace damaged or dull cutting
tools immediately, even if they have
only superficial cracks.
Do not expose to or use
in rain.
After Finishing Work
Always clean dust and dirt off the
machine – do not use any grease
solvents for this purpose.
Spray the blades with STIHL resin
solvent. Start and run the motor briefly
so that the solvent is evenly distributed.
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
STORING
This electric hedge trimmer is doubleinsulated. In such an appliance, two
systems of insulation are provided
instead of grounding. No grounding
means are provided, nor should means
for grounding be added to the appliance.
Servicing a double-insulated appliance
requires extreme care and knowledge of
the system, and should be done only by
qualified service personnel.
WARNING
Use only identical STIHL replacement
parts for maintenance and repair. Use of
non-STIHL parts may cause serious or
fatal injury.
Do not attempt any maintenance or
repair work not described in your
instruction manual. Have such work
performed by your STIHL servicing
dealer only. Only authorized personnel
may replace the power supply cord.
Never open the powerhead.
WARNING
Always disconnect the plug from the
power supply and make sure that the
cutting tool is stopped before doing any
maintenance or repair work or cleaning
the electric hedge trimmer.
Wear gloves when handling or
performing maintenance on blades.
Strictly follow the maintenance and
repair instructions in the appropriate
section of your instruction manual.
Check cooling air inlets about every ten
hours of operation and clean if
necessary. Do not use any strong
detergents on the plastic housing or
handle. They can be damaged by
certain household cleaners containing
aromatic oils such as pine or lemon, or
by solvents such as kerosene.
WARNING
Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or
modifying the shape. This may cause
parts of the cutting tool to come off and
cause serious or fatal injury.
Keep the cutting tool sharp. Tighten all
nuts, bolts and screws after each use.
Do not spray water on the trimmer;
moisture can cause an electric shock
hazard. Wipe the unit with a dry cloth.
Store the power tool in a dry and high or
locked location out of reach of children.
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446BA010 KN
446BA007 KN
Using the Unit
Cutting season
Observe all national, state and local
regulations and ordinances regarding
hedge trimming.
Cutting sequence
Use lopping shears or a saw to cut out
thick branches first.
Cut both sides of the hedge first, then
the top.
Cutting techniques
Always keep supply cord away from the
cutting area.
Vertical cut
Swing the cutting blade from the bottom
upward in an arc – lower the nose of the
blade, move along the hedge and then
swing the blade up again in an arc.
Horizontal cut
Hold the cutting blade at an angle of 0°
to 10° as you swing the hedge trimmer
horizontally.
Swing the blade in an arc towards the
outside of the hedge so that the cuttings
fall to the ground.
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446BA001 KN
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446BA002 KN
Connecting to Power Supply
The voltage and frequency of your
power supply and the voltage and
frequency specified on the unit must be
the same. Use an extension cord
specifically approved for outdoor
applications.
Extension Cords
Minimum wire size for extension cords
for 120 Volt appliances:
Cord types SJW-A or SJTW-A
Round jacketed cords.
Cord length (ft) 25 50 100 150
Wire size (AWG) 18 16 16 14
Listed by UL, W-A marking on cable
jacket indicates "outdoor use."
Appropriate extension cords are
available in special stores for electrical
equipment or from your STIHL dealer.
Extension cord reel
WARNING
If your extension cord is stored on a reel,
always unwind it completely before use.
A coiled extension cord can retard the
flow of electricity and cause overheating,
which can lead to a short circuit or fire.
The reel should be equipped with
thermal protection.
To reduce the risk of disconnection of
hedge trimmer cord from the extension
cord during operating and to relieve
strain on the hedge trimmer cord:
N Insert unit's plug (1) into extension
cord coupling (2).
Strain Relief (Cord Retainer)
N Make a loop (3) in the extension
cord and pass it through the
opening (4).
N Slip the loop over the strain relief
hook (5) and pull it tight. Secure
cord in position with cord lock
lever (6).
Connecting to Wall Outlet
N Connect the extension cord plug to
a properly installed wall outlet.
Polarized Plug
To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
this equipment has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). The
hedge trimmer plug will fit into a
polarized extension cord only one way. If
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