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Cordless Hedge Trimmer

Model number: HT20

OPERATING MANUAL

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

2016

Summary of Contents for HT20

Page 1: ...Cordless Hedge Trimmer Model number HT20 OPERATING MANUAL ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS 2016 ...

Page 2: ...esult in serious personal injury Always be aware of your surroundings and stay alert for possible hazards Use protective personal equipment such as safety glasses non skid safety shoes sturdy gloves to reduce the risk of personal injury Do not operate when barefoot or wearing open toed shoes Dress appropriately Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery and keep hair clothing and gloves away from mov...

Page 3: ... to reset and then use lighter cuts to trim the hedge Battery safety This product contains Li Ion batteries Do not incinerate batteries or expose to high temperatures as they may explode Do not attempt to use charger with any other product or to charge this product with any other charger Do not charge the battery when the surrounding air temperature or the battery pack is below 0 C or above 45 C A...

Page 4: ...cleaning work Use only the manufacturer s recommended replacement parts and accessories Inspect and maintain the machine regularly Have the machine repaired only by an authorised repairer When not in use store the machine out of the reach of children Service Do not use the trimmer if the switch does not turn it on or off Any power tool that cannot be controlled by the switch is dangerous and must ...

Page 5: ...m away from electricity lines General hazard safety alert Wear eye protection when using this product Wear ear protection when using this product Measured sound power level 90 47dB A Guaranteed sound power level 94dB A Note Measured noise values determined according to 2000 14 EC 1 60m height 1 0m distance away dB LWA 94 Warning Label Descriptions ...

Page 6: ...ke the time to write a review of your new Hedge Trimmer at Trustpilot co uk We will use your feedback to improve our products and services and let other people know what it s like to be part of the Gtech family Nick Grey Inventor Owner of Gtech Hedge trimmer main unit Hedge trimmer head Blade blade cover Battery Battery charger 1 2 3 4 4 5 What s in the box 1 3 5 2 ...

Page 7: ...r still on connect the hedge trimmer blade to the head Insert the battery which will click once fully inserted When inserting the body into the hedge trimmer head ensure the body is the right way up The shapes need to match or the handle will not fit Hedge trimmer head Hedge trimmer main body ...

Page 8: ...trimmer Operation Rotating the hedge trimmer blade Firmly grip the head of the trimmer and press and hold the green button Rotate the head to your chosen angle Release the button to lock the head in position Push and hold the safety button on either side then press the trigger to operate When you release the trigger the hedge trimmer will stop 2 1 safety button located both sides trigger safety bu...

Page 9: ...9 Removing the blade The blade will pivot away from the head Press the green buttons on either side of the trimmer head Remove the battery and ensure the cover is on the blade ...

Page 10: ...f the pole for reaching high hedge tops Firmly grip the base and middle section of the pole for reaching standard height hedge tops Firmly grip the handle and lower end of the pole for trimming the bottom of hedges Up high Standard reach Low ...

Page 11: ... Risk of electric shock Pay attention to the position of overhead cables WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury always wear eye protection Personal protective equipment such as sturdy gloves and non slip shoes are recommended WARNING To reduce risk of injury from accidental start up of the trimmer always ensure that the protective blade guard is fitted when the trimmer is not in use being t...

Page 12: ...emove the battery Checking battery charge status Press the button to check how much charge there is in the battery The number of lit LEDs shows the charge Figures are approximate When there is no power left the final LED will flash for 10 seconds then go out 100 60 60 30 30 10 10 1 1 1 2 ...

Page 13: ...nstructions on page 7 of this manual Charging the battery While charging the LEDs will progressively pulse until all four are lit When the battery is fully charged the LEDs will stop pulsing and remain green in colour Connect the charger to the battery where indicated Plug the charger into an ordinary plug socket ...

Page 14: ...use check the condition of the cutting edges of the blade and that the blade fixings are secure Do not use water solvents or polishes to clean the trimmer Wipe clean with a dry cloth Do not use abrasive materials to clean the product and do not immerse it in water Store in a secure dry place out of reach of children Do not expose to moisture PLEASE NOTE If the product needs to be repaired or repla...

Page 15: ...Use lighter cutting action and cut in several stages 2 Fully discharge and recharge battery 3 Clean and lubricate blade 4 Replace blade Trimmer stops when cutting 1 Wait for automatic cut out to reset Use lighter cutting action 2 Check blade and remove any debris 3 Charge battery LEDs show solid red 1 The hedge trimmer has jammed 2 Check blade and remove any debris If this doesn t solve your probl...

Page 16: ...min 1 Battery 18V DC 2000mAh Li ion Charging period 4 hours Battery charger output 27V 0 5A Battery charger input 100 240V 50 60Hz Battery charger type K135s270050B Measure sound power level LpA d 88 28dB A K 2 45dB A Guaranteed sound power level LwA d 96dB A Weight 2 25kg Vibration 2 830 m s2 K 1 5 m s2 ...

Page 17: ...d recycling facility The product contains a Li Ion battery which should not be disposed of with general household waste The battery should be disposed of properly with the product at a recycling facility Call your local council civic amenity site or recycling centre for information on the disposal and recycling of electrical products Alternatively visit www recycle more co uk for advice on recycli...

Page 18: ... is modified in any way Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than Gtech or its authorised agents If you are in doubt as to what is covered by your warranty please call the Gtech Customer Care Helpline on 01905 345 891 SUMMARY The guarantee becomes effective at the date of purchase or the date of delivery if this is later Battery is covered by this guarantee You must provide proof of...

Page 19: ...e as per ANNEX VI Measured Sound Power Level 88 28 dB A K 2 45dB testing data Declared Guaranteed Sound Power Level 96 dB A testing data Notified Body Intertek Testing Cerfication Ltd Davy Avenue Knowlhill Milton Keynes MK5 8NL Technical documentation holder Grey Technology Ltd WR5 1RL Standards and technical specifications referred to Parts of EN 60745 1 EN ISO 10517 EN55014 1 EN55014 2 EN61000 3...

Page 20: ...Grey Technology Limited Cupola Court Spetchley Worcestershire WR5 1RL email support gtech co uk telephone 01905 345891 www gtech co uk CPN0381 ...

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