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WARRANTY STATEMENT

WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this 

commitment and our dedication to quality.

LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE

GREAT  LAKES  TECHNOLOGIES,  LLC  (“Seller”)  warrants  to  the  original  purchaser  only,  that  all  WEN  consumer 

power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship during personal use for a period of two (2) years 

from date of purchase or 500 hours of use; whichever comes first. Ninety days for all WEN products if the tool is 

used for professional or commercial use. Purchaser has 30 days from the date of purchase to report missing or 

damaged parts.

SELLER’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent per-

mitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the replacement of parts, without charge, which are 

defective in material or workmanship and which have not been subjected to misuse, alteration, careless handling, 

misrepair, abuse, neglect, normal wear and tear, improper maintenance, or other conditions adversely affecting the 

Product or the component of the Product, whether by accident or intentionally, by persons other than Seller. To 

make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must make sure to keep a copy of your proof of purchase that clearly 

defines the Date of Purchase (month and year) and the Place of Purchase. Place of Purchase must be a direct ven-

dor of Great Lakes Technologies, LLC. Purchasing through third party vendors, including but not limited to garage 

sales, pawn shops, resale shops, or any other secondhand merchant, voids the warranty included with this product. 

Contact [email protected] or 1-800-232-1195 with the following information to make arrangements: 

your shipping address, phone number, serial number, required part numbers, and proof of purchase. Damaged or 

defective parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out.

Upon the confirmation of a WEN representative, your product may qualify for repairs and service work. When re-

turning a product for warranty service, the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser. The product must 

be shipped in its original container (or an equivalent), properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment. The 

product must be fully insured with a copy of the proof of purchase enclosed. There must also be a description of the 

problem in order to help our repairs department diagnose and fix the issue. Repairs will be made and the product 

will be returned and shipped back to the purchaser at no charge for addresses within the contiguous United States.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ITEMS THAT WEAR OUT FROM REGULAR USAGE OVER TIME, 

INCLUDING BELTS, BRUSHES, BLADES, BATTERIES, ETC. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN 

DURATION TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN 

PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMI-

TATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING 

BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. 

SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION 

OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY 

TO YOU.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS 

WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY 

TO COUNTRY.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO ITEMS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CANA-

DA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, 

CONTACT  THE  WEN  CUSTOMER  SUPPORT  LINE.  FOR  WARRANTY  PARTS  OR  PRODUCTS  REPAIRED  UNDER 

WARRANTY SHIPPING TO ADDRESSES OUTSIDE OF THE CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES, ADDITIONAL SHIPPING 

CHARGES MAY APPLY.

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Page 1: ...ules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us TECHSUPPORT WENPRODUCTS COM 1 800 232 1195 M F 8AM 5PM CST For replacement parts and the most up to date instruction manuals visit WENPRODUCTS COM 40V ...

Page 2: ...Safety Rules 4 Specific Rules for Hedge Trimmers 6 Battery Charger Instructions 7 Electrical Information 9 BEFORE OPERATING 10 Know Your Hedge Trimmers 10 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 10 Operation 10 Maintenance 11 Storage 13 Exploded View Parts List 15 Warranty Statement 16 2 ...

Page 3: ...vides information regarding potential safety concerns as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool NOTE The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice At WEN we are continuously improving our products If you find tha...

Page 4: ...hock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use com mon 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 inatten tion while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as a respira ...

Page 5: ...cordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be per formed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situa tion 8 Use clamps to secure your workpiece to a stable surface Holding a workpiece by hand or using your body to support it may lead to loss of control 9 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working or...

Page 6: ...dge trimmer no matter how convincing of an argument they present Make sure anyone that oper ates the hedge trimmer has fully read and understood these instructions 8 The machine must never be used by more than one person at a time 9 Do not use the machine with children or pets in the vicinity Do not use if you ve ingested drugs alcohol or any mind altering medications that may slow your reac tion ...

Page 7: ... in jury Unplug charger when not in use Make sure to re move battery packs from unplugged chargers Do not burn or incinerate battery packs Battery packs may explode causing personal injury or dam age Toxic fumes and materials are created when battery packs are burned Do not crush drop or damage battery packs Do not use the battery pack or charger if they have sustained a sharp blow been dropped ru...

Page 8: ...e undamaged The battery cells inside the battery may have suffered serious damage In such instances please read the waste disposal information for proper battery disposal WARNING Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice 8 If the battery pack suffers overloading and...

Page 9: ...ur extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating The table below shows the correct size to be used according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating When in doubt use a heavier cord The smaller the gauge nu...

Page 10: ...y charged at the time of purchase Before using the hedge trimmer for the first time place the battery in the charger and charge it fully To insert the battery slide it into the back of the hedge trimmer until a click is heard Make sure the battery is fully inserted and latched into position To remove the battery press the release button and slide the battery out of the hedge trimmer This is the sa...

Page 11: ... past it The unit can be used in either direction Use a sweeping motion back and forth for even cuts Avoid cutting limbs and branches larger than 2 3 of an inch Do not force the hedge trimmer through heavy shrubbery If the blades become jammed immediately release the trigger and remove the battery pack NOTE never uninstall the battery pack while the blade is still in motion or while the trigger is...

Page 12: ...or transporting the hedge trimmer Avoid the sharp teeth of the blade when doing so It is highly recommended to clean the hedge trimmer before storing it refer to Cleaning the Hedge Trimmer Store in a place where the trimmer cannot be easily accessed by children or untrustworthy foes BATTERY 1 Make sure the battery is fully charged before storage in order to maximize the life of the battery 2 Do no...

Page 13: ...he battery before storing Store in a clean dry place Cover it in order to provide added protection Always store battery and charger indoors This shipment contains lithium ion batteries Please handle with care Fragile contents Keep dry A flammable hazard exits if this package becomes damaged Special procedures must be followed in the event this package becomes damaged Call the number below for a Sa...

Page 14: ... 13 2 40415 014 Hex Nuts 2 13 3 40415 015 Gear Box 1 No Part No Description Qty 13 4 40415 015 Screw 2 13 5 40415 016 626 Bearing 1 13 6 40415 017 Spindle Bushing 1 13 7 40415 018 Gear 1 13 8 40415 019 Output Shaft 1 13 9 40415 020 608Z Bearing 2 13 10 40415 021 Output Shaft Assembly 1 13 10 1 40415 022 Output Shaft 1 13 10 2 40415 023 Drive Gear 1 13 10 3 40415 024 Wobbler 2 13 10 4 40415 025 Bla...

Page 15: ...EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST 15 ...

Page 16: ...and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out Upon the confirmation of a WEN representative your product may qualify for repairs and service work When re turning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of s...

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