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Code: 20VHTG
Date: 130614

Edition: 6

Op: MW

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

20VHTG

20V 

LITHIUM-ION

510MM CORDLESS
HEDGE TRIMMER

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28/8/13   8:09:47 AM

Summary of Contents for 20VHTG

Page 1: ...Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code 20VHTG Date 130614 Edition 6 Op MW INSTRUCTION MANUAL 20VHTG 20V LITHIUM ION 510MM CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER 20VHTG IM ed6 indd 1 28 8 13 8 09 47 AM ...

Page 2: ...e battery 8 Know your product 9 Unpacking 10 Assembly 10 Important information product care 10 Fitting and removing the battery pack 11 Battery charging 11 To obtain the best life for the battery 11 Safety features incorporated with tools using this battery pack 12 Using the hedge trimmer 13 Shaping 13 Cutting 13 Pruning 14 General inspection 14 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting 14 CONTENTS Warranty ...

Page 3: ...ut 23Vdc 400mA Introduction Your new 909 power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent 909 Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your ne...

Page 4: ...Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 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 influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use personal protective equipme...

Page 5: ... Battery tool use and care a Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents b Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack c Use power tools only with speci...

Page 6: ...vy knock dropped or otherwise damaged in any way Take the charger to an authorised service centre for a check or repair Do not disassemble the charger Phone to speak with an experienced 909 Customer Service Representative or contact an Authorised Service centre for assistance Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shoc...

Page 7: ... locations where the temperature may be below 0 C or exceed 40 C such as alongside sheds or metal structures The battery can be charged or operated at temperatures between 0 C and 40 C NEVER CHARGE YOUR LITHIUM ION BATTERY BELOW OR ABOVE TEMPERATURES RECOMMENDED OTHERWISE FIRE OR SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY PACK MAY OCCUR The most suitable temperatures to charge the battery pack are between 20 2...

Page 8: ...o your skin or clothes wash well with clean water immediately If liquid leaking from the battery gets into your eyes do not rub your eyes Rinse your eyes well for at least 10 minutes with clean water and consult a doctor immediately Do not use a leaking battery Handle batteries with care to avoid shorting the battery with conducting materials such as nails screws metal watch bands rings bracelets ...

Page 9: ...your product 1 Rear handle trigger switch 2 Front handle bar switch 3 Front handle 4 Battery release tab 5 Guard 6 Blade 7 Battery Plug pack charger 3 5 hour 8 Battery LED s 9 Battery 9 20VHTG IM ed6 indd 9 28 8 13 8 10 01 AM ...

Page 10: ...l automatically STOP Overloading may occur for a number of reasons including when the tool is pushed too hard If you do overload the tool during operation refer to the Overload section in this manual Note When the battery of the tool is at the lower end of the charge the tool is more susceptible to the overload condition As mentioned above the battery pack is an integral component of this tool and...

Page 11: ...ight will illuminate The red light will always glow red when the charger is connected and power is available 4 When the battery is charged the green light will no longer glow The battery is now fully charged Note You do not have to wait for a full charge of the battery to use it on the tool The battery may be used on the tool as long as there is some charge in the battery CAUTION If using the batt...

Page 12: ... reduce the temperature of the cells remove the battery pack from the tool and place the battery pack in a free air environment out of direct sunlight or any other heat source DO NOT force cool the pack in any way Do not place in refrigerators or freezers When the battery pack has cooled down it can again be used to operate the tool as long as the load or the conditions causing the original excess...

Page 13: ...o hands to hold the tool One on the rear handle and one on the front loop handle Always ensure good balance Both feet should be firmly on the ground Prior to cutting check the area to be cut for any hidden foreign objects ie fencing wire These can be hidden in branches etc and should be removed or care taken when working close Do Not use the hedge trimmer close to ANY electrical wires Shaping 1 Tr...

Page 14: ... jobs we recommend periodically lubricating the cutting blade with protective spray Visually check the condition of the cutting edges of the cutting blade Check tightness of blade bolts Ensure that the blade is covered with the blade protection supplied Lubrication WARNING Switch off and remove the battery before carrying out any maintenance on the tool After each use clean the blades and lightly ...

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