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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “ power tool ” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool .
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a)
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b)
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of fl ammable
liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c)
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a)
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b)
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c)
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d)
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric 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 in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current
device(RCD) protected supply.
Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
NOTE :
The term “ residual current device (RCD) ”may be replaced by the term ”ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI)” or “earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”.
•
Make sure the extension cord is heavy enough to carry the current drawn by the unit. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge cord. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
*Cord lengths of 100 or 150 feet are not recommended for units using 12 to 16 amps.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a)
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the infl uence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
b)
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c)
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with
your fi nger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d)
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e)
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f)
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g)
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a)
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b)
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c)
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.
d)
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
e)
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f)
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g)
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a)
Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Hedge trimmer safety warnings:
•
Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material.
Blades coast after turn off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result
in serious personal injury.
•
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. Proper handling of the
hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
•
Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can
be accidentally cut by the blade.
•
Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control
and result in serious personal injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service Information ...............................................................................................................................1
Safety Information .................................................................................................................................1
Know Your Unit .....................................................................................................................................2
Assembly Instructions ...........................................................................................................................2
Starting and Stopping Instructions .......................................................................................................2
Operating Instructions ..........................................................................................................................2
Maintenance and Repair Instructions ...................................................................................................2
Cleaning and Storage ...........................................................................................................................2
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................2
Specifi cations .......................................................................................................................................2
Warranty Information ............................................................................................................................8
All information, illustrations and specifi cations in this manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2015 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
For assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or maintenance of the unit, please call the
Customer Support Department at
1-866-206-2707
in the United States or
1-877-696-5533
in Canada.
Additional information about the unit can be found on our website at
www.remingtonpowertools.com
.
Please call the Customer Support Department for replacement parts. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
24 in. Electric Hedge Trimmer
RM5124TH
Operator’s Manual
MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
FOR 120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 12-16 AMPS
CORD LENGTH (FEET)
25
50
100
150
WIRE SIZE (AWG)
14
12
*
*
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, only use extension cords
suitable for outdoor use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A,
SJTW-A or SJTOW-A cord types.
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
DANGER:
Keep hands away from blade. Contact with blade will result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Only use with handle and guard properly assembled to hedge
trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer without the proper guard or handle provided may
result in serious personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION
• SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
This operator’s manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear
on this product. Read the operator’s manual for complete safety, assembly, operating, maintenance
and repair information.
S
YMBOL
M
EANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
• READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read the operator’s manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or
bystanders.
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING:
Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing
loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards and ear protection when
operating this unit. Use a full face shield when needed.
•
WEAR SAFETY GLOVES
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling the unit.
•
WEAR SAFETY FOOTWEAR
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.
