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PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed to assure maximum safety and
optimum performance. Read this manual before assem-
bling and operating this appliance. Failure to comply with
instructions may result in electrical shock, burns, fire, or
personal injury.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, BURNS, FIRE OR PERSONAL
INJURY:
1.
FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed in
this manual before/during operation of this trimmer.
2.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this
equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized exten-
sion cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the extension cord, reverse the plug. Do not change
the plug in any way.
3.
INSPECT UNIT FOR DAMAGE to the housing or
plug. Keep all fasteners tight. Do not use if the trigger
does not turn the unit off properly. Never use unit if
cord or plug has been damaged, the motor or unit
itself is not working as it should or has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped in water. Never
operate with any air opening blocked. Keep air open-
ings free of debris that may reduce air flow. Replace
damaged parts that are chipped, cracked or dam-
aged in any way. Keep cutter knife sharp.
4.
DOUBLE INSULATED to help protect against
electric shock. Double insulation construction
consists of 2 separate “layers” of electric insulation.
Appliances built with this insulation system are not
intended to be grounded. As a result, the extension
cord used with your unit can be plugged into any
conventional 120 volt electrical outlet. Normal safety
precautions must be observed when operating an
electrical appliance. The double insulation system is
only for added protection against injury resulting from
a possible internal electrical insulation failure.
5.
EXTENSION CORD - Use only with an extension
cord intended for outdoor use. Match wire gauge to
the cord length. See table below. A 2-wire cord with-
out a ground connection may be used since this
appliance is double insulated. If in doubt of proper
wire size, use the next heavier gauge. Please note
that the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the
cord.
(1). When using the appliance, an extension cord of ade-
quate size must be used for safety and to prevent
loss of power and overheating.
(2).
The extension cord must be specifically intended for
outdoor use and marked “SJ” or “SJT” and with the
suffix “WA”. In Canada, the extension cord must be
marked “SFTW”.
(3).
Inspect extension power cord for loose or exposed
wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace
before using appliance.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never carry appliance by
cord or pull cord to disconnect from outlet. Keep cord
clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not
expose cord to heated surfaces, oil or water. Do not
pull cord around sharp edges, corners or close door
on cord.
6.
NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - Your dou-
ble insulated appliance has no serviceable parts
inside. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. For serv-
ice information, contact the Yard Machines Product
Service Department listed on the back cover of this
User Manual.
7.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT - Do not use
appliance in damp or wet locations.
8.
DON’T USE IN RAIN - Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
9.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never yank it to discon-
nect from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
10. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors should be kept
at a distance from work area.
11. DRESS PROPERLY - Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recom-
mended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
12. USE SAFETY GLASSES - Always use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
13. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND
USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A
POWER TOOL. Do not use tools while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
14.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do not move
plugged-in appliance with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected conditions.
16.
NO ACCESSORIES OR ATTACHMENTS ARE
NECESSARY FOR THE OPERATION OF THIS
GARDENING TOOL. The use of any accessories or
attachments for this gardening tool is not recom-
mended. Such use of any attachment or accessory
may increase the risk of injury to the user.
17. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. The correct tools will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
18. DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER
SOURCE BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT,
CHANGING ACCESSORIES, OR STORING THE
TOOL. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
19. STORE IDLE TOOLS INDOORS. When not in use,
tools should be stored indoors in dry, and high or
locked-up place, out of reach of children.
20. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep cutting tools
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating
a
nd changing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodi-
cally, and if damaged, have it repaired by an author-
ized service facility. Keep handling surface dry,
clean, and free from oil and grease.
21. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other condition that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be prop-
erly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY RULES:
1. The hedge trimmer must not be used by anyone
under the age 16.
2. Keep children, other people and pets away from the
trimmer.
3.
Always dress properly. Don’t wear loose clothing or
jewelry; they can be caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recom-
mended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
4.
Use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
5.
Do not use the trimmer if the cutting devices is not
secured properly or is damaged.
6.
Before starting the trimmer, make sure that the cut-
ting blade is not touching stones or debris.
7.
When the trimmer is in operation, keep the cutting
section away from all parts of the body.
8.
Do not cut against hard objects, This could injury or
damage the trimmer.
9. Only cut during broad daylight or with corresponding
artificial light.
10.
Don’t abuse cord, never carry hedge trimmer by
cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
11. When the trimmer is not in use, store it in a dry
place and out of the reach of children.
12. The outlet voltage must correspond to the one
marked on the technical data plate. Do not use
other sources of power.
13. Never use the trimmer when it is raining. Try to pre-
vent it from getting wet or being exposed to humidi-
ty. Do not leave it outside overnight. Do not cut
damp or wet bushes.
14. The power supply cable should be checked regular-
ly. Before each use, make sure cable is not dam-
aged or worn. If the cable is not in good condition,
do not use the trimmer. Take it to an authorized
service center for proper repair.
15. Only use an extension cord which is suitable for
outdoor work. Keep it away from the cutting area,
damp, wet or oily surfaces, or sharp edges. Keep
away from heat and fuels.
16. Avoid unintentional starting. Don’t carry plugged in
hedge trimmer with fingers on both switches. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
17. Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold mate-
rial to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure
trimmer switch is off when clearing jammed material
from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting
blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding
the hedge trimmer.
18. Don’t force hedge trimmer, it will do the job better and
with less likelihood of risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS
VOLTS
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
WIRE SIZE
REQUIRED
120
25 feet / 7.5m
18 A.W.G.*
50 feet / 15m
16 A.W.G.*
100 feet / 30m
16 A.W.G.*
*American Wire Gauge
Table 1
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
