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IMPORTANT!

It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual 

before assembling, operating, and maintaining the 

product.

Subject to technical modification.

Safety, performance, and dependability have been given 

top priority in the design of your cordless hedge trimmer.

INTENDED USE

The cordless hedge trimmer is intended only for outdoor use 

in dry and well-illuminated conditions.
The product is designed for home or domestic use. The 

product is intended to cut and trim hedges, shrubs, and 

similar vegetation.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.

GENERAL PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS

 WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, 

illustrations and specifications provided with this 

power tool. 

Failure to follow all instructions listed below 

may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instruction for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-

operated (corded) product or battery-operated (cordless) 

product.

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 plugs must match the outlet. Never 

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter 

plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

 

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk 

of electric shock. 

 

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.

 

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

 

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of 

electric shock.

 

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.

 

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) 

protected supply.

 Use of an RCD reduces the risk of 

electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

 

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 

influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.

 A moment 

of inattention while operating power tools may result in 

serious personal injury.

 

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 injury.

 

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 finger on the 

switch or energising power tools that have the switch on 

invites accidents.

 

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.

 

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance 

at all times.

 This enables better control of the power in 

unexpected situations.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of 

tools allow you to become complacent and ignore 

tool safety principles.

 A careless action can cause 

severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

 

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. 

 

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn 

it on and off.

 Any power tool that cannot be controlled 

with switch is dangerous and must 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 operate the power tool.

 

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained 

users.

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Page 2: ...protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you...

Page 3: ...service providers CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade Do not remove the cut material or hold the material to be cut when blades are moving Mak...

Page 4: ...persons or damage to the product TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES Transport the battery in accordance with local and national provisions and regulations Follow all special requirements on packaging and...

Page 5: ...anteed sound power level Regulatory Compliance Mark RCM This product meets applicable regulatory requirements Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle wh...

Page 6: ...OHT1800P RHT18X20P Front safety switch Front handle Rear handle Trigger Guard Blade Blade cover Operator s manual Battery pack Charger 6 Know your product...

Page 7: ...sses with side shields when operating the product Wear ear protection When handling the blade assembly wear non slip heavy duty protective gloves Remove the blade cover WARNING Keep hands away from th...

Page 8: ...p 9 Operating the hedge trimmer Cleaning the hedge trimmer Storing the hedge trimmer p 11 p 10 8...

Page 9: ...the blades at all times 1 Remove the blade cover 2 Install the battery pack until the latches click into place Make sure that the battery pack is securely attached before using the product 3 Squeeze t...

Page 10: ...o stop the product 1 Press and hold the latch to release the battery pack 2 Clean the body and handles of the product with a soft dry cloth after each use Remove the debris from the blades with a stif...

Page 11: ...erate when both the front safety switch or trigger are squeezed NOTE Remove all foreign materials from the product before storing 1 Remove the battery pack 2 Install the blade cover 3 Store the produc...

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