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500W

Hedge Trimmer

EGHT450

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Manual

Essentials

Summary of Contents for EGHT450

Page 1: ...500W Hedge Trimmer EGHT450 Spend a little Live a lot User Manual Essentials ...

Page 2: ...s 7 Safety 11 Proper use 11 Safety notes 11 Assembly 19 Mounting the safety guard 22 Mounting the cord strain relief 22 Operation 23 Switching on off 23 Cutting 23 After use 24 Maintenance 25 Troubleshooting 29 Disposal 31 Technical data 32 EC Declaration of Conformity Warranty Warranty Card Warranty Conditions Contents ...

Page 3: ...GB IRE Product images and parts list 3 A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 4: ...GB Product images and parts list 4 1 Blade protector Cutting blade Safety guard Front switch lever ON OFF switch Main cable hook Power cord with plug Screw for safety guard 2pcs Blade cover 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 5: ...GB IRE 5 Product images and parts list D B E F C G ...

Page 6: ...IRE GB H Product images and parts list 6 ...

Page 7: ...tents of this instruction manual may result in severe injury or damage to the hedge trimmer The instruction manual is based on the standards and rules in force in the European Union Store the instruction manual for future use If you pass the hedge trimmer on to third parties please ensure you include this instruction manual You can request an electronic version of these instructions from our custo...

Page 8: ...ant safety standards Wear eye protection Wear ear protection Wear dust mask protection Wear protective gloves Wear protective footwear Do not expose or operate the tool in rain SWITCH OFF Remove the plug from the mains before cleaning or maintenance SWITCH OFF Remove the plug from the mains immediately if the cable is damaged or cut General information ...

Page 9: ...at a safe distance from the product when it is in operation In general children must not come near the area where the product is being used Keep fingers away from the moving cutting device Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste All tools and packaging should be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way Guaranteed sound power...

Page 10: ...rning or a danger Ignoring this warning can lead to an accident for yourself or for others To reduce the risk of injury fire or electrocution always apply the recommendations indicated For safety reasons this hedge trimmer is not to be used by children young people under 16 years of age or any other persons who are not acquainted with these operating instructions General information ...

Page 11: ...ustrial applications Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial trade or industrial businesses or for the equivalent purposes Safety notes WARNING When using electric tools basic safety precautions including the following should always be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and or damage to the unit General safety Keep this instruction manual in a safe plac...

Page 12: ...nd knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Don t use the appliance without reading the instruction manual Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Work Area Safety Keep the work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas may cause accidents Do not operate p...

Page 13: ... the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep the 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 to reduce the risk of electric shock Always use this power tool in conjunction with a residual current device RCD...

Page 14: ...onal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as dust masks non skid safety shoes or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce the risk of personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to the power source and or battery pack picking up or carrying the tool Do not carry the machine wi...

Page 15: ...our supply network in accordance with prescribed safety regulations If in doubt contact a qualified electrician or Customer Services Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous The extension cable plug and socket must be of watertight construction and intended for outdoor use It is recommended for increased electrical safety to use a Residual Current Device RCD with a tripping current of no more ...

Page 16: ...r tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce the risk of personal injury from the cutter b...

Page 17: ... care that the cutting device does not come into contact with wire or other metal objects Never hold the product by the guard Always be sure of a safe and secure operating position whilst using the product Always be sure of your footing when using steps and when using your product Never use the product standing on steps or a ladder Do not work above shoulder height Store power tools out of the rea...

Page 18: ...roperly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool and accessories in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Keep the handle dry clean and free from oi...

Page 19: ...ar of debris Never use replacement parts or accessories not provided or recommended by the manufacturer Avoid using the product in bad weather conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning Position the cord so that it will not be caught by the cutting attachment during operation Disconnect from the power supply when the cord becomes damaged or tangled If the cord becomes damaged during u...

Page 20: ... rain Any use not according to these instructions is considered unauthorized use and relieves the manufacturer from his or her legal liability Service Have your power tools serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that safety of the power tool is maintained Residual risks Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the safety r...

Page 21: ...hidden objects during use Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects Warning This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury we recommend persons with medical implants consult their doctor and the medical implant manufacturer bef...

Page 22: ... use the hedge trimmer if there is any signs of damage Contact After Sales Support for advice Make sure that the hedge trimmer is not connected with power supply or extension cord before assembly Mounting the safety guard 1 Fit the safety guard 3 into position and fix securely with the two screws on both sides of the housing See FIG B Mounting the cord strain relief Double the extension cord about...

Page 23: ...E 4 Switch the product off by releasing either on off switch 5 and or the front switch lever 4 Cutting 1 Cut and remove branches exceeding the cutting capacity of 16mm using an appropriate pruner before operation 2 Move the blade lightly in a sweeping motion following the shape of the hedge or shrub A slight tilt downwards of the blade in the direction of motion is recommended for optimum cutting ...

Page 24: ...ter cutting the sides proceed to the top FIG G 6 Cut in a number of stages if the area being cut is particularly long to achieve a better result smaller trimmings will allow for easy composting FIG H AFTER USE 1 Switch the product off disconnect it from the power supply and let it cool down 2 Check clean and store the product as described below Operation ...

Page 25: ... 3 Regular and proper cleaning will help ensure safe use and prolong the life of the product 4 Inspect the product before each use for worn or damaged parts Do not operate it if you find broken or worn parts WARNING Only perform repairs and maintenance work according to these instructions All further works must be performed by a qualified specialist General 1 Clean the product body with a slightly...

Page 26: ...or damaged cutting device loose fixings and worn or damaged components 6 Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted Carry out necessary maintenance or repairs before using the product 7 This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer Contact a qualified specialist to have it checked and repaired Cutting device WARNING Wear safety gloves when workin...

Page 27: ...ve a worn or damaged cutting device replaced with a new one of the same type by a qualified specialist Power cord If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard UK plug If you need to replace the fitted plug then follow the instructions below IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in acco...

Page 28: ...loured black The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red Storage 1 Clean the product as described above 2 Attach the blade cover 3 Store the product and its accessories in a dark dry frost free well ventilated place 4 Always store the product in a place that is inaccessible to children The ideal storage temperature is between 10 and 30 C 5 We recommend using the origi...

Page 29: ...E GB IRE Troubleshooting WARNING Only perform the steps described within these instructions Suspected malfunctions disturbances or damage is often due to causes that the user can fix themselves Therefore check the product using this section In most cases the problem can be solved quickly Troubleshooting ...

Page 30: ...ug is defective Check by a specialist electrician Other electrical defect on the product Check by a specialist electrician Product does not reach full power Extension cord not suitable for operation with this product Use a correctly rated extension cord See PAGE 15 Power source e g generator has too low voltage Connect to another power source Air vents are blocked Clean the air vents Unsatisfactor...

Page 31: ...packaging separated into single type materials Dispose of cardboard and carton as waste paper and foils via the recyclable material collection service Disposing of old devices Old devices must not be disposed of with household waste If the hedge trimmer can no longer be used every user is required by law to dispose of old devices separately from their household waste e g at a collection point in t...

Page 32: ...rvice co uk 32 500W Hedge Trimmer GB IRE GB IRE Technical data Technical Data Rated voltage 230 240V 50Hz Rated input power 500W No load speed 1750 min Max Cutting diameter 16mm Max Cutting length 460mm Protection class II Degree of protection IPX4 Net weight 2 8 kg ...

Page 33: ...ective 2000 14 EC Article 13 annex III item25 The noise figures quoted are emission levels and are not necessarily safe working levels Factors that influence the actual level of exposure of work force include the characteristics of the work room the other sources of noise etc i e the number of machines and other adjacent processes and the length of time for which an operator is exposed to the nois...

Page 34: ... of exposure This tool may cause hand arm vibration syndrome if its use is not adequately managed WARNING Depending on the actual use of the product the vibration values can differ from the declared total Adopt proper measures to protect yourself against vibration exposures Take the whole work process including times the product is running under no load or switched off into consideration Proper me...

Page 35: ...hinery Directive 2006 42 EC Noise Directive 2000 14 EC amended by 2005 88 EC RoHS Directive 2011 65 EU WEEE Directive 2012 19 EU Standards conform to EN60745 1 2009 A11 EN60745 2 15 2009 A1 EN 55014 1 2006 A1 A2 EN 55014 2 1997 A1 A2 EN 61000 3 2 2006 A1 A2 EN 61000 3 3 2008 We additionally confirm the following in accordance with the 2000 14 EC emissions guideline Conformity Assessment Procedure ...

Page 36: ...rchase YEAR WARRANTY WARRANTY CARD 500W Hedge Trimmer EGHT450 Phone lines available Mon Fri 9am 5pm Sat Sun 11am 4pm Calls are charged at local rate mobiles may vary AFTER SALES SUPPORT 7 DAYS A WEEK www coreservice co uk 353 0 1 902 2605 MODEL EGHT450 PRODUCT CODE 65531 06 2016 UnitA B EscrickBusinessPark Escrick York YO196FD Email support coreservice co uk Tel 01904 727501 IRE 44 0 1904 727501 G...

Page 37: ... us Together with the faulty item the original receipt and the warranty card properly completed The faulty product with all components included in the packaging The warranty does not cover damage cause by Accident or unanticipated events e g lighting water fire Improper use or Transport Disregard of the safety and maintenance instructions Other improper treatment or modification After the expiry o...

Page 38: ...the course of the first 1 year after date of purchase we will remedy the problem as quickly as possible once it has been brought to our attention In the unlikely event of such an occurrence or if you require any information about the product please contact us via our helpline support services details of which are to be found both in this manual and on the product itself Spend a little Live a lot G...

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