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Residual risks

Even if you are operating this product in accordance 

with all the safety requirements, potential risks of injury 

and damage remain. The following dangers can arise in 

connection with the structure and design of this product:
•  Health defects resulting from vibration emissions if the 

product is being used over long periods of time or not 

adequately managed and properly maintained.

•  Injuries and damage to property due to broken 

application tools or the sudden impact of hidden objects 

during use.

•  Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying 

objects.

WARNING! 

This product produces an 

electromagnetic field during operation! This field 

may, under some circumstances, interfere with 

active or passive medical implants! To reduce 

the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend 

persons with medical implants consult their 

doctor and the medical implant manufacturer 

before operating this product.

Summary of Contents for 407635

Page 1: ...ary 2018 These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your product ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely If you need help or have damaged or missing parts call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727 500 41cm 18V 1 5Ah Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer 407635 ...

Page 2: ... General Safety Warnings 3 Intended use 16 Symbols 16 In the box 19 Assembly 21 Operating the hedge trimmer 24 Maintenance and Storage 27 Troubleshooting 28 Technical Data 29 Recycling and Disposal 30 Warranty 31 ...

Page 3: ... Work area safety Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical safety Power tool ...

Page 4: ...away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD with a tripping current of 30mA or les...

Page 5: ...rting Ensure the switch is in the Off position before connecting to the power source and or battery pack picking up or carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjusting key or spanner before turning the power tool on A spanner or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may ...

Page 6: ... be repaired Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operat...

Page 7: ... a hazardous situation Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Battery safety warnings Immediately remove the battery from the charger after charging is complete Remove the charged battery from the charger when not in use Never try to charge a damaged battery Non recha...

Page 8: ...vices may cause the battery to overheat explode or self ignite The safety circuit of the battery must not be misused as a circuit breaker Keep the battery away from naked flames stoves and other sources of heat Protect the battery from direct sunlight and do not store or use it in the car in warmer weather High temperatures damage the safety circuit of the battery and can lead to overheating explo...

Page 9: ...iously damage the battery or reduce the life of the battery Insulate used batteries by wrapping the terminals with tape or the like Do not dispose of the battery by burning it and do not dispose of it with normal household waste Take used batteries to a local disposal or recycling point In case of unusual odours during charging discharging overheating colour or shape changes or other abnormalities...

Page 10: ...nmodified plugs and matching sockets will reduce the risk of electric shock Only use your charger to charge batteries of the type supplied with your tool Other batteries could burst causing personal injury and damage Only two battery packs are allowed to be charged continuously in order to prevent overheating of the charger It is necessary to allow the charger to cool down before charging another ...

Page 11: ... may result in serious personal injury Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring or its...

Page 12: ...g while people especially children and pets are nearby Dress sensibly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which can be caught in moving parts Use of sturdy gloves non skid footwear and safety glasses are recommended If the tool stalls immediately switch it off Remove the battery before attempting to remove any obstructions While operating the tool always hold a safe and secure operating positi...

Page 13: ... not used a hedge trimmer before preferably seek practical instruction by an experienced user in addition to studying this manual before operating Never touch the blades while the tool is running Never attempt to force the blades to come to a standstill Do not put the tool down until the blade has come to a complete stop Regularly check the blades for damage and wear Do not use the machine when th...

Page 14: ...rotection and protection of nearby persons suitable hearing protection must be worn Emergency Familiarise yourself with the use of this product by means of this instruction manual Memorise the safety directions and follow them to the letter this will help to prevent risks and hazards Always be alert when using this product so that you can recognise and handle risks early Fast intervention can prev...

Page 15: ...equately managed and properly maintained Injuries and damage to property due to broken application tools or the sudden impact of hidden objects during use Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects WARNING This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants To reduce the risk of...

Page 16: ...irst operation and to observe all the instructions herein This product is intended for private domestic use only not for any commercial trade use It must not be used for any purposes other than those described in this manual Warning symbols on the power tool Warning Conforms to all relevant safety standards Read the instruction manual before use Wear safety glasses ear protection and safety helmet...

Page 17: ...le orientation This symbol is known as the Crossed out Wheelie Bin Symbol When this symbol is marked on a product or battery it means that it should not be disposed of with your general household waste Some chemicals contained within electrical electronic products or batteries can be harmful to health and the environment Only dispose of electrical electronic battery items in separate collection sc...

Page 18: ... them in water Do not subject the battery to strong sunlight over long periods and do not leave it on a heater max 45 C Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They will explode and cause injury Contains Li ion battery Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly max 45 o C Li Ion ...

Page 19: ... Blade sheath 4 Blade 5 Main switch 6 Battery pack 7 Charger 8 Charging station 9 LED light 10 Safety lock off button 11 Front handle 12 Quick release for telescopic handle 13 Pivot knob 14 Front handle adjusting knob 5 6 8 7 3 4 13 1 2 14 12 11 10 9 ...

Page 20: ...arging capacity over time Nevertheless it is best practice to charge the battery when empty or insufficient to do the job The charging procedure WARNING The battery cannot be charged immediately after use it should cool down for a period of time first The LED light 9 switching from green to red means it can be charged Connect the charger 7 to the charging station 8 Plug the charger into an appropr...

Page 21: ...indicate a problem Use the charger in normal room temperatures whenever possible To prevent overheating do not cover the charger and do not charge battery packs in direct sunlight or near heat sources If the battery pack does not charge properly A Check the main socket by plugging in a lamp or other appliance B Move the charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature i...

Page 22: ...arm environment such as in a metal shed or an un insulated trailer CAUTION Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks dispose of the battery pack in accordance with local regulations do not put it into further use Install the battery pack Warning Always release the On Off switch before inserting or removing the battery pack Rem...

Page 23: ...ble the front handle Attach the front handle to the block on the lower handle and insert the bolt Tighten the knob to the bolt Take off the blade sheath Slide the blade sheath off before you start the machine A ...

Page 24: ...t in serious personal injury Switching the trimmer on Push forward the safety lock off button A and then press the start button B on the handle Release the safety lock off button A Switching the trimmer off Release the start button B on the handle Telescopic handle Open the clamping lever and extend the upper part of the handle to the desired handle length Then click the clamping lever to fix the ...

Page 25: ...sired position Release the lock button E again and check whether the cutter head is locked in place Using the hedge trimmer WARNING DO NOT exceed the cutting capacity of this product Remove the cut branches With its unique design the pole trimmer can be used to trim and shape hard to reach areas of hedges and bushes such as those shown in the figure overleaf E D F 4 5 o C 9 0 o C ...

Page 26: ... the winter should be trimmed in June and October Evergreen hedges and shrubs that retain their leaves in the winter should be trimmed in April and August Conifers and other fast growing shrubs can be trimmed every six weeks from May onwards throughout the growing season ...

Page 27: ...he oil any kind of lubrication oil so that it runs between the two blades Clean WARNING Before commencing these cleaning procedures or when clearing a blockage make sure that the hedge trimmer is switched off and disconnected from the battery To ensure the best performance from the hedge trimmer it must be kept clean Always clean the hedge trimmer immediately after use Never use water for cleaning...

Page 28: ...ing Although your new cordless hedge trimmer is really easy to operate if you do experience problems check the following If the trimmer will not operate Check battery pack assembly Charge the battery operation of the hedge trimmer is dependent upon sufficient charge in the battery pack If the battery will not charge Check to see if the battery is properly inserted into the charging station and mak...

Page 29: ...MVCH001212000B Rated voltage 230 240V 50Hz Nominal consumption 50W Output voltage of charger 21V d c Output current of charger 2A Protection class Class II Protection category IPX0 Noise and vibration data A weighted sound pressure 75 dB A KpA 3dB A A weighted sound power 89 dB A KwA 3dB A Guaranteed sound power level 90 dB A Vibration level 2 0m s K 1 5m s The sound values have been determined ac...

Page 30: ...andard test method according to EN 60745 1 and may be used for comparing one product with another The declared vibration value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure This tool may cause Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome HAVS if its use is not adequately managed WARNING Depending on the actual use of the product the vibration values can differ from the declared total Adopt proper measur...

Page 31: ... and remedies you may have under law our goods come with guarantees which cannot be excluded under the UK Consumer Rights Act 2015 You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and to compensation for other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amoun...

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