NOTE:
The tool is automatically turned off if the tool is not operated for a certain period.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To
start the tool, depress the lock-off lever, and then press the switch lever and pull the switch
trigger. The tool speed increases by increasing pressure on the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
1. Lock trigger
2. Switch trigger
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool consistently fails to quickly stop after
the switch trigger is released, have the tool serviced at a producer.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is
removed before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION: When replacing the shear blades, always wear gloves so that your hands
do not directly contact the blades.
NOTICE: When replacing the shear blades, do not wipe off grease from the gear and
crank.
Installing or removing the shear blades
CAUTION: Attach the blade cover before removing or installing the shear blades.
CAUTION: Avoid operating the tool in very hot weather as much as practicable.
When operating the tool, be careful of your physical condition.
CAUTION: Be careful not to accidentally contact a metal fence or other hard objects
while trimming.
The shear blades may break and cause an injury.
CAUTION: Be careful not to allow the shear blades to contact the ground.
The tool
may recoil and cause an injury.
CAUTION: Overreaching with a hedge trimmer, particularly from a ladder, is
extremely dangerous.
Do not work while standing on anything wobbly or infirm.
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