Scheppach EHT610 Electric Hedge Trimmer 230V 600W with Rotating Handle (71 cm Blade / 61 cm Cut) - Part Number: 429.5910511901
The Scheppach EHT610 electric hedge trimmer (part number 429.5910511901) is an efficient, powerful, and lightweight power garden tool engineered for clean pruning, shaping, and cutting of perimeter hedges, shrubs, and dense bushes. Powered by a high-torque 600-watt electric motor (230 V) delivering 1500 cuts per minute, it features an extra-long 710 mm laser-cut steel blade (610 mm effective cutting length) and a branch cutting capacity of up to 24 mm in diameter. The ergonomic rear handle rotates from -90° to +90°, which, combined with a large transparent hand protection guard, guarantees comfortable vertical and horizontal trimming with reduced operator fatigue.
Key Features & Engineering Benefits
- Extended 710 mm Laser-Cut Steel Blade: Heavy-duty dual-action blade with 610 mm usable cutting reach provides wide coverage per stroke, allowing large hedge surfaces to be squared quickly and evenly without tearing plant tissues.
- High Cutting Capacity up to 24 mm: Generous tooth opening combined with robust gear transmission cleanly shears thick woody branches and older hedge growth without bogging down.
- Rotating Rear Handle (-90° / 0° / +90°): Pivoting handle body with a 180° total adjustment arc lets operators perform vertical side cuts and top leveling while maintaining natural, strain-free wrist and forearm alignment.
- Quiet, Zero-Emission 600 W Electric Power: Consistent corded performance eliminates smelly exhaust fumes, 2-stroke oil/fuel mixing, spark plug issues, and hard recoil pulls.
- Dual Safety Switch & Clear Hand Guard: Front transparent guard protects the operator from flying debris and snapping twigs, while the dual-handed safety switch system prevents unintentional motor startups.
- Lightweight & Well-Balanced Chassis (3.4 kg): Low overall net weight allows extended operation along long garden borders without excessive shoulder or arm strain.
Technical Specifications
| Commercial Part Number |
429.5910511901 |
| Manufacturer / Model |
Scheppach – EHT610 |
| Product Classification |
Electric hedge trimmer with rotating handle |
| Operating Voltage / Frequency |
230 V ~ / 50 Hz |
| Rated Power Input |
600 W |
| Overall Blade Bar Length |
710 mm (71 cm) |
| Effective Cutting Length |
610 mm (61 cm) |
| Max. Cutting Capacity (Branch Diameter) |
Ø 24 mm |
| Max. Cutting Speed |
1500 cuts/min (min⁻¹) |
| Rear Handle Rotation Range |
Pivoting from -90° to +90° (locking stops: -90°, 0°, +90°) |
| Tool Weight (Net / Gross) |
3.4 kg / 4.6 kg |
| Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) |
1125 x 185 x 210 mm |
Included Equipment & Safety Features
| Standard Feature / Item |
Operational Benefit |
| Transparent Hand Guard Shield |
Protects the operator's leading hand from whipping twigs and thorns without restricting cutline visibility |
| Indexed Handle Swivel Lock |
Locks the handle firmly into -90°, 0°, or +90° orientations to avoid wrist twist on vertical hedges |
| Cable Strain Relief Bracket |
Relieves tension on the electrical lead and prevents accidental disconnection from mains extension cables |
| Protective Rigid Blade Scabbard |
Shields cutting teeth from impact damage, dust, and prevents contact injuries during transport and storage |
Operating & Maintenance Guidelines: Always disconnect the mains power plug before rotating the rear handle or cleaning the cutting blades. Always wear safety goggles, heavy work gloves, and sturdy non-slip footwear during trimming. After each use, remove sap, gum, and plant debris from the cutting teeth with a suitable resin solvent spray, then apply a thin coating of lubricating machine oil across the blade before sliding on the protective sheath.
