Gardenline FLX-TBS-1 User manual

User Manual
TELESCOPIC TREE PRUNER
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User-friendly
Manual

Dok./Rev.-Nr. 196632_20180731
Overview .............................................................................3
Use........................................................................................4
Pack contents/device parts ................................................6
General information............................................................ 7
Reading and storing the user manual ..................................7
Explanation of symbols ...........................................................7
Safety ...................................................................................9
Proper use................................................................................. 9
Safety instructions................................................................... 9
Checking the tree pruner and pack contents...................11
Preparing the tree pruner .................................................12
Setting the clippers ................................................................ 12
Fixing the saw blade .............................................................. 12
Setting the telescopic rod...................................................... 13
Using the tree pruner........................................................ 14
Cutting...................................................................................... 14
Sawing...................................................................................... 15
Correct cutting and sawing .................................................. 15
Cleaning and maintenance............................................... 16
Cleaning the tree pruner.......................................................16
Maintaining the tree pruner .................................................16
Transport ........................................................................... 16
Storage .............................................................................. 16
Technical data ....................................................................17
Disposal...............................................................................17
Disposing of the packaging .................................................. 17
Disposing of the tree pruner................................................. 17
Warranty Details................................................................ 18
Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice .............. 19
Contents

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Pack contents⁄device parts
1Saw blade (with bracket)
2Wing nut (saw blade)
3Telescopic rod
4Safety lock (telescopic rod)
5Grip plate
6T-handle
7Protective cover (saw blade)
8Protective cover (clippers)
9Clippers
10 Wing nut (clippers)
11 Tension cable

General information
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General information
Reading and storing the user manual
This user manual accompanies this telescopic tree pruner (hereafter re-
ferred to as the “tree pruner”). It contains important information about
safety and use.
Before using the tree pruner, please read through the user manual care-
fully. This particularly applies to the safety instructions. Failure to observe this user
manual may result in severe injury or damage to the tree pruner.
Store the user manual for future use. If you pass the tree pruner on to third parties,
please be absolutely sure to include this user manual.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols and signal words are used in this user manual, on the tree
pruner or on the packaging.
DANGER!
This signal symbol/word indicates a hazard with
high risk that, if not avoided, results in death or a
severe injury.
WARNING!
This signal symbol/word designates a hazard
with moderate degree of risk which may lead to
death or severe injury if not avoided.
CAUTION!
This signal symbol/word designates a hazard
with low risk that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTE! This signal word warns against potential damag-
es to property.
This symbol provides you with useful supplementary information on
assembly or operation.

General information
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Read the user manual and safety instructions.
Wear head and eye protection.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear non-slip shoes and tight-fitting clothing.
Wear suitable, tight-fitting clothing.
Danger of electric shock! Do not store the tree pruner near high-volt-
age lines, electric cables or electric fences. Maintain a distance of at
least 10m from high-voltage lines.
Do not use on ladders. Danger of falling due to two-handed operation.
The tree pruner is suitable for fresh wood with a diameter of up to 28
mm.

Safety
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Safety
Proper use
The tree pruner is only designed to cut fresh wood with a diameter of up to 28 mm.
For branches with a diameter greater than 28 mm or for dry, hard wood, use the saw
blade supplied.
The tree pruner is intended for private use only and is not suitable for commercial
purposes, e.g. for a horticultural business.
Use the tree pruner only as described in this user manual. Any other use is deemed
improper and may result in damage to property or even personal injury. The tree
pruner is not a child’s toy.
The manufacturer or vendor accepts no liability for damage caused by improper or
incorrect use.
Safety instructions
DANGER!
Risk of electric shock!
The tree pruner is not protected against electric shocks from touch-
ing power lines. There is a risk of electric shock if you allow the tree
pruner to touch high-voltage lines, electric cables, electric fences,
etc.
− Do not store the tree pruner near high-voltage lines, electric
cables, electric fences or the like. Maintain a distance of at least
10m.
WARNING!
Risk of injury!
Improper use of the tree pruner may result in injury.
− Before each use, check that all screws are tight. Tighten loose
screws, nuts and bolts.
− Before each use, check the cutting function of the tree pruner.

Safety
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− Make sure before each use that the safety lock of the telescopic
rod is closed to avoid unintentional retraction or extension of
the telescopic rod.
− When the tree pruner is being transported or is not being
used, engage the safety lock, fold the clippers all the way
down and follow the instructions in the chapters "Transport"
and “Storage”.
− When the tree pruner is being transported or is not being
used, always cover the clippers and the blade with the accom-
panying protective covers to avoid injury from cuts.
− Do not use the tree pruner while standing on ladders.
− Make sure you are in a safe and stable position when using the
tree pruner.
− Keep children away from the tree pruner and do not use the
tree pruner if children are nearby.
− Children must not be allowed to use the tree pruner or play
with it.
− Wear protective gloves, head and eye protection, sturdy shoes
and tight-fitting clothing.
CAUTION!
Crushing hazard!
There is a risk of crushing if the tree pruner is not used properly.
− Make sure that the safety lock of the telescopic rod is closed
when in use.
− Make sure that the safety lock of the grip plate is closed if you
are not using the grip plate.
− If you release the grip plate during use, this can shoot up-
wards and pinch you. Be careful when using the grip plate.
Hold it firmly in your hand and always run it back to the origi-
nal position.