14 – EnglishWORKING TECHNIQUESSafety instructions after completing work• The transport guard should always be fitted to the cuttingattachment when the machine is not in use.• Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped beforecleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection.Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.• Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the cuttingattachment. This is extremely sharp and can easily causecuts.• Store the machine out of reach of children.• Use only original spare parts for repairs.Basic working techniques• Work with a swinging action from the bottom upwardswhen trimming sides.• Adjust the throttle setting to suit the load.• When trimming a hedge the engine should always faceaway from the hedge.• Hold the machine as close to your body as possible to getthe best balance.• Make sure that the tip does not touch the ground.• Do not rush the work, but work steadily until all thebranches have been cut back cleanly.123HD65• The hedge trimmer’s rear handle can be set in threepositions by pulling out the catch. See figure. When thehandle is adjusted the hedge trimmer should be idling ornot running.• While working the handle should always be facingupwards irrespective of how the hedge trimmer isdirected.