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BATTERY & CHARGER INSTRUCTIONS

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Avoid dangerous environments

 – Do not charge the 

battery pack in rain, snow or in damp or wet locations.

Do not use the battery pack or charger in the presence 

of explosive atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or flam-

mable materials) because sparks may be generated when 

inserting or removing the battery pack, which could lead 

to a fire.

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Charge in a well-ventilated area

 – Do not block the 

charger vents. Keep them clear to allow for proper ven-

tilation. Do not allow smoking or open flames near a 

charging battery pack. Vented gases may explode.

NOTE: 

The safe temperature range for the battery charg-

ing is -4°F  to 113°F. Do not charge the battery outside in 

freezing weather; charge it at room temperature.

 Maintain charger cord 

– When unplugging the char-

ger, pull the plug, not the cord, from the receptacle to 

reduce the risk of damage to the electrical plug and cord. 

Never carry the charger by its cord or yank it by the cord 

to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away 

from heat, oil and sharp edges. Make sure the cord will 

not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to dam-

age or stress when the charger is in use. Do not use the 

charger with a damaged cord or plug. Replace a dam-

aged charger immediately.

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Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely 

necessary

 – Using the wrong, damaged or improperly 

wired extension cord poses a risk of fire and electric 

shock. If an extension cord must be used, plug the char-

ger into a properly wired 16 gauge or larger extension 

cord with the female plug matching the male plug on the 

charger. Make sure that the extension cord is in good 

electrical condition.

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Charger is rated for 120 volt AC only

 – The charger 

must be plugged into an appropriate receptacle.

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Use only recommended attachments

 – Use of an at-

tachment not recommended or sold by WEN Products 

may result in risk of fire, electric shock or personal in-

jury.

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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.

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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, run over or have been dam-

aged in any way (i.e. pierced with a nail, hit with a ham-

mer, stepped on, etc.).

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Do not disassemble 

– Incorrect reassembly may pose 

a serious risk of electric shock, fire or exposure to toxic 

battery chemicals. If the battery or charger are damaged, 

call WEN customer service at 

1-800-232-1195

 for as-

sistance.

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Battery chemicals cause serious burns

 – Never let a 

damaged battery pack contact the skin, eyes or mouth. 

If a damaged battery pack leaks battery chemicals, use 

rubber or neoprene gloves to safely dispose of it. If skin 

is exposed to battery fluids, wash the affected area with 

soap and water and rinse with vinegar. If eyes are ex-

posed to battery chemicals, immediately flush with wa-

ter for 20 minutes and seek medical attention. Remove 

and dispose of contaminated clothing.

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Do not short circuit 

– A battery pack will short circuit if 

a metal object makes a connection between the positive 

and negative contacts on the battery pack. Do not place 

a battery pack near anything that may cause a short cir-

cuit, such as paper clips, coins, keys, screws, nails and 

other metallic objects. A short-circuited battery pack 

poses a risk of fire and severe personal injury.

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Store your battery pack and charger in a cool, dry 

place

 – Do not store the battery pack or charger where 

temperatures may exceed 104 °F, such as in direct sun-

light or inside a vehicle or metal building during the 

summer.

Despite all the safety precautions, caution must always be exercised when handling batteries. The following points 

must be obeyed at all times to ensure safe use. Safe use can only be guaranteed if undamaged cells are used. Incor-

rect handling of the battery pack can cause cell damage.

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Summary of Contents for 40415

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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