Inserting/Removing The Battery; Switching On And Off; Setting The Working Length; Putting On The Shoulder Strap - IKRA Gartenmeister GM AAS 4025 Mode D'emploi

6) Service
a) Have the power tool serviced by qual-
ified technical personnel only; repairs
should be carried out using exclu-
sively original spare parts. This will
ensure the continued safe operation of
the power tool.

Inserting/removing the battery

scope of delivery) (Fig. 11)
• Press the battery release buttons (a) to remove the re-
chargeable battery (b) from the hedge trimmer/pruner.
• The charged battery can be inserted into the battery
mounting on the hedge trimmer/pruner with a light
press. The locking mechanism will ‚click' when the
battery is in place.
Warning: To prevent accidental operation, make
sure that the battery is removed and that the chain
cover is in position on the saw chain before carry-
ing out the following procedures. Failure to do this
can result in serious personal injuries.

Switching on and off

Do not use any device where the switch can
not be switched on and off. Damaged switches
must be repaired or replaced immediately by
the customer service.
Securely support the
when switching it on and hold it with both
hands.
Before switching on: remove the blade guard.
• Insert the rechargeable battery.
• Place take a safe standing position to switch on the
hedge trimmer/pruner.
• Hold the hedge trimmer/pruner with both hands by the
handles provided
• Press the locking mechanism button (2) using your
thumb and press the on/off switch (1) at the same
time.
• Release the locking mechanism button (2).
• NOTE: This hedge trimmer/pruner has a two-hand
safety circuit. It can only be put into operation if both
switches are activated.
• To turn the device off, simply let go of the switches.
The hedge trimmer/pruner will switch off after releas-
ing one of the two switches.
• Pay attention to the cutting blade running on after
switching off.
Warning: Never attempt to use the hedge trim-
mer/pruner if parts are damaged or missing.
Always replace or repair parts first. Failure to
do so can lead to severe injury.
GB | Operating Instructions
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hedge trimmer / pruner

Setting the working length

Warning: Always remove the rechargeable battery
before inspection and adjustment work.
Loosen the quick-lock of the telescopic handle (7). Press
the shaft together to shorten the length or pull it apart to
lengthen the shaft. Tighten the quick-lock (7) once the
setting is complete.
NOTE: Only extend the shaft far enough to just reach the
hedge and shrubs.

Putting on the shoulder strap

WARNING! Danger of injury! If the shoulder strap is
not detached promptly in an emergency, serious injuries
can result.
• In an emergency, detach the shoulder strap from the
hedge trimmer/pruner.
• Familiarise yourself with the correct function of the
strap lock before using the hedge trimmer/pruner.
1. Place the shoulder strap (5) over your left shoulder.
2. Fasten the snap hook to the strap holder (4).
3. To open the strap lock, hold the hedge trimmer firmly
with one hand and press both sides of the strap lock
at the same time with the other.

Cleaning, maintenance and storage

Always remove the rechargeable battery from the
hedge trimmer/pruner before any work on the ma-
chine.
Your device has been designed for operation over a long
period with little maintenance. Permanent satisfactory
operation depends on diligent care and regular cleaning
of the device. Your charger does not require any mainte-
nance apart from regular cleaning.
Warning: Before performing any maintenance on the
device, remove the battery. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.
After use and prior to storage
- Clean the ventilation slots regularly with a clean, dry
paintbrush
- Only use mild soap and a moist cloth to clean the
device. Never allow any fluids to get into the device or
immerse any parts of the device in fluids.
- Remove debris using a hard brush
- Always replace the protective cover for transport or
storage of the tool.
- Store the tool in a safe and dry place and out of the
reach of children.
- When transporting the tool by car, it must be posi-
tioned so that it poses no danger, and secured.

Storage

If the device is not going to be used for a few months, it is
preferable to leave the battery in the charger. Otherwise
proceed as follows:
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