Holding The Hedge Trimmer When In Use; Optimum Safety - IKRA FHS 1555 Mode D'emploi

Sharpening of the blades
The blades generally do not need servicing and do not
require resharpening if used correctly.
Changing the blades
Only correct installation of the blades will guarantee
problem-free operation and function of the above men-
tioned safety feature of the blades. Changing of the
blades should therefore only be carried out at a special-
ist workshop.

Holding the hedge trimmer when in use

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 movement.
- 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.
GB | Operating Instruction
In order to achieve an even height
- Fix a guide line at the required height.
- Cut evenly over this guide line.
Take care to have a secure and safe standing position
when working with your hedge shears in order to avoid
slipping and injury. Always keep the shearing blades
away from your body.

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 trim-
mer with optimum safety features.
Attention!
If you find out that safety functions, such as
the 2-switch mechanism or the safety stop,
are not functioning while working with the
hedge shears, immediately cease working and
take the machine to a specialised shop for
repairing.
Two-hand safety switch
To switch the hedge shears on the bar switch in the
handle (A) and the grip switch of the bow-type handle (B)
must be pushed down. To switch the device off let go of
both switches. The motor already stops if one of the two
switches is released.
Quick blade stop
In order to avoid injuries through cuts, the blade will
stop in max. 0.5 sec. when one of the two switches is
released.
Blade safety rail
The cutting blade set back from the blade housing reduc-
es the risk of injuries due to unintentional body contact.
Impact protector
The extended guide rail prevents unpleasant shocks
(blade recoil) being transmitted to the operator due to
impact with solid objects (wall, ground etc.).
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