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the ventilation slits, after each use, or use a brush in the
event of heavy soiling. Spray the blades with lightweight
machine oil after each use.
2. Store the hedge trimmer in the blade cover provided.
Store the hedge trimmer in a dry location out of the reach
of children.
3. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use
of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product
damage. Please contact an authorized Snow Joe
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Sun Joe
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dealer or call the Snow Joe
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customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE
(1-866-766-9563) for all replacement parts and
accessories for your product.
Lubricate the Blades
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge
trimmer blades before and after each use.
1. Stop the motor and remove the batteries.
2. Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply lightweight
machine oil along the edge of the top blades (Fig. 10).
If you will be using the hedge trimmer for an extended
period, it is advisable to stop work intermittently in order to
re-oil the blade.
NOTE: Do not oil while the hedge trimmer is running.
1. Stop the motor and remove the batteries.
2. Lubricate the hedge trimmer as described above.
3. Insert the batteries and resume use.
Sharpening the Blades
The blade must be re-sharpened if cutting performance and
behavior begin to deteriorate (i.e. if blades frequently snag
on branches).
1. Start the hedge trimmer, then stop when the cutter blade
and the guard are slightly offset. This will allow clearance
for the file between cutter teeth and guard teeth (Fig. 11).
2. Stop the motor and remove the batteries. Clamp the blade
in a vise.
3. File the exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth with
a smooth round file. Be sure to retain the original angle of
the tooth when filing.
4. Remove the blade from the vise, and power on the motor
until the unsharpened edges of the remaining blade teeth
are exposed.
5. Remove the batteries and repeat the sharpening
procedure as necessary.
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WARNING!
Do not operate the hedge trimmer with dull
or damaged cutting blades. This may cause overload and will
give unsatisfactory cutting results.
Cleaning the Hedge Trimmer
1. Stop the motor and remove the batteries.
2. Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer
using a damp cloth and mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing
or the handle. These parts can be damaged by certain aromatic
oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene.
Storage
1. Stop the motor and remove the batteries.
2. Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing.
3. Always place the blade cover on the blade before storing
or transporting the hedge trimmer. Use caution to avoid
the sharp teeth of the blade.
4. Store the hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is
inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents
such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
5. Always store the hedge trimmer in a place that is
inaccessible to children. The ideal storage temperature is
between 50ºF and 86ºF (10ºC and 30ºC).
6. We recommend using the original package for storage or
covering the product with a suitable cloth or enclosure to
protect it against dust.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Cutter tooth
Guard tooth
