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Original instructions 

 

 

 

OPERATNG INSTRUCTION 

 

ON/OFF SWITCHES (See Fig. 3) 

 

The hedge trimmer has two switches controls and a lock-OFF button used together to prevent accidental 
start-ups or injury. 

 

1.

 

Place one hand on the trigger handle (1). Place the other hand on the Auxiliary handle(Auxiliary switch -3). 

 
2.

 

Slide the lock-OFF button (2) toward the rear of the handle and hold. 

 
3.

 

Squeeze the trigger switch (3). The hedge trimmer will turn ON. 

 
4.

 

Release the lock-OFF button. The hedge trimmer will stay on as long as the trigger handle the trigger 

switch are squeezed ON. 

 
5.

 

The hedge trimmer will stop if you release either the trigger handle. 

 

IMPORTANT: 

If the hedge trimmer is accidentally dropped, the hedge trimmer will turn OFF and the blade will

 

coast to a stop after several seconds. The hedge trimmer will then be locked OFF again. 

 

 
 
 

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Fig.3 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

10-English 

Summary of Contents for RBTF40

Page 1: ...Original instructions RATO LITHIUM ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER RBTF40 Owner s Manual Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool 1 English...

Page 2: ...information 3 Symbols 6 Know your 40v cordless hedge trimmer 7 Assembly instruction 8 Operating instructions 10 Maintenance 11 Environmentally safe battery disposal 12 Troubleshooting 13 Technical da...

Page 3: ...ectric shock E 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 F If operating a power tool...

Page 4: ...y accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools H Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to contro...

Page 5: ...ed 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...

Page 6: ...cannot be handled as domestic waste It must instead be submitted to an appropriate recycling station for the recovery of electrical and electronic equipment Applies to Europe only Do not expose to rai...

Page 7: ...s an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all ope...

Page 8: ...ve the blade assembly unless it needs sharpening straightening or replacing Take it to a qualified person for repair W A R N I N G Follow these instructions in order to avoid injury and to reduce the...

Page 9: ...in the blade or in any position where they could get pinched or cut Never service the blade or hedge trimmer unless the battery pack is removed Do not use if the blade assembly is damaged or bent Take...

Page 10: ...ton 2 toward the rear of the handle and hold 3 Squeeze the trigger switch 3 The hedge trimmer will turn ON 4 Release the lock OFF button The hedge trimmer will stay on as long as the trigger handle th...

Page 11: ...e charger and disconnect the charger from the outlet Do not store the battery pack on the tool or in the charger After charging the battery pack may be stored in the charger as long as the charger is...

Page 12: ...he battery pack cracks or breaks with or without leaks do not recharge it and do not use Dispose of it and replace with a new battery pack DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT To avoid injury and risk of fire...

Page 13: ...rge the battery pack according Battery is not charged to the instructions included with your model Motor runs but cutting blades do Hedger damaged Call for technical service not move Do not use hedge...

Page 14: ...und power level measured according to ISO22868 dB A 94 6 K 3 Guaranteed Sound power level dB A 98 Vibration Levels Vibration Levels at handles measured according to EN60745 1 and EN60745 2 15 m s 3 1...

Page 15: ...the market and excludes components which are added and or operations carried out subsequently by the final user Category Cordless hedge trimmer Model BHT236 Serial number 000001 999999 Applicable EC D...

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