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6 Clamping Nut
For adjusting the length of the drive tube.
7 Blade Adjustment Release
Unlocks the cutting blades to allow angle adjustment.
8 Blade Adjustment Grip
Used to set the cutting blades to the desired angle.
9 Battery Compartment
Holds the battery.
10 Locking Lever
Secures the battery in the battery compartment.
11 Ergo-Lever
Holds the retaining latch in the unlocked position.
12 Retaining Latch
Locks/unlocks the trigger switch.
13 Trigger Switch
Switches the motor on and off.
14 Control Handle
Handle for the operator's rear hand.
15 Push Button
Activates the battery's LEDs.
16 Battery
Supplies electrical power to the motor.
17 Battery LEDs
Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error
messages regarding potential malfunctions in the battery
or power tool.
18 Shoulder Strap
Helps to support the hedge trimmer when working.
# Rating Plate
Contains electrical information and the product's serial
number.
4.1 Hedge Trimmer
The following safety symbols are found on the hedge
trimmer:
4 Safety Symbols on the Products
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
instruction manual. Improper use can lead to
serious or fatal personal injury or property
damage.
To reduce the risk of eye injury, always wear
proper eye protection. Wear an approved
protective helmet when there is a risk of head
injury,
6.3.
Wear sturdy boots with non-slip soles. Steel-
toed safety boots are recommended,
Always wear non-slip, heavy-duty work gloves
(e.g. made of leather or other wear resistant
material) when handling the machine or cutting
blades,
To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep hands,
feet and other body parts away from the cutting
blades,
To reduce the risk of personal injury, keep
bystanders at least 17 ft. (5 m) away and
maintain a clearance of at least 50 ft. (15 m)
between the hedge trimmer (including any
branches it is contacting) and any electrical line
carrying live current.