0740 AT - Taille-haies SKIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 0740 AT SKIL

• This tool has been designed for trimming hedges and

bushes and is intended for domestic use only

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Readthisinstructionmanualcarefullybeforeuse

• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as

illustrated in drawing 2

• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your

C Rear handle switch

H Storage rail (screwsnotsupplied)

SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING!Readallsafetywarningsandall

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury. Save

allwarningsandinstructionsforfuturereference. The

term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-

operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)

a) Keepworkareacleanandwelllit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

b) Donotoperatepowertoolsinexplosive

atmospheres,suchasinthepresenceofflammable

liquids,gasesordust. Power tools create sparks which

may ignite the dust or fumes.

c) Keepchildrenandbystandersawaywhileoperating

apowertool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of

b) Avoidbodycontactwithearthedorgrounded

surfacessuchaspipes,radiators,rangesand

refrigerators.There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

c) Donotexposepowertoolstorainorwetconditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

e) Whenoperatingapowertooloutdoors,usean

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric

f) Ifoperatingapowertoolinadamplocationis

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

influenceofdrugs,alcoholormedication. A moment

of inattention while operating power tools may result in

serious personal injury.

b) Usepersonalprotectiveequipment.Alwayswear

eyeprotection. Protective equipment such as dust

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

sourceand/orbatterypack,pickinguporcarrying

thetool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the

switch or energising power tools that have the switch on

d) Removeanyadjustingkeyorwrenchbeforeturning

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal

e) Donotoverreach.Keepproperfootingandbalance

atalltimes. This enables better control of the power tool

in unexpected situations.

f) Dressproperly.Donotwearlooseclothingor

jewelry.Keepyourhair,clothingandglovesaway

frommovingparts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair

can be caught in moving parts.

g) Ifdevicesareprovidedfortheconnectionofdust

extractionandcollectionfacilities,ensuretheseare

connectedandproperlyused. Use of dust collection

can reduce dust-related hazards.

a) Donotforcethepowertool.Usethecorrectpower

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

b) Donotusethepowertooliftheswitchdoesnotturn

itonandoff. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c) Disconnecttheplugfromthepowersourceand/or

thebatterypackfromthepowertoolbeforemaking

anyadjustments,changingaccessories,orstoring6

powertools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

d) Storeidlepowertoolsoutofthereachofchildren

anddonotallowpersonsunfamiliarwiththepower

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

operation.Ifdamaged,havethepowertoolrepaired

beforeuse. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

f) Keepcuttingtoolssharpandclean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

likely to bind and are easier to control.

g) Usethepowertool,accessoriesandtoolbitsetc.,in

accordancewiththeseinstructions,takinginto

accounttheworkingconditionsandtheworktobe

performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

a) Haveyourpowertoolservicedbyaqualifiedrepair

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

SPECIFICSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSFORHEDGE

• Before using the tool for the rst time, it is recommended

to receive practical information

• This tool is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless

they have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the tool by a person responsible for

• Ensure that children do not play with the tool

• Do not leave the tool unattended

• Only use the tool in daylight or with appropriate articial

• Do not trim hedges when they are wet

• Never use the tool with a defective protective guard

• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with

a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a

• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and, in

case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a

qualied person; never open the tool yourself

• Inspect the cord periodically and have it replaced by a

qualied person, if damaged

• Only use an extension cord which is intended for outdoor

use and equipped with a watertight plug and coupling-

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a

capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)

• Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if

damaged (inadequateextensioncordscanbe

• When operating the tool use a residual current device

(RCD) with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum

• Before use, thoroughly inspect the cutting area and

remove all foreign objects that could be entangled in the

cutting blades (such as stones, nails, wire fences, metal

• Wear protective gloves, close-tting clothes and sturdy

• Do not operate the tool when barefoot or wearing open

• Always wear long trousers and long sleeves when

• Keep other persons and animals at a distance of 5

metres when using the tool

• Take a secure stance when working (do not overreach,

especially when using steps or a ladder)

theswitchisoffwhenclearingjammedmaterial (a

moment of inattention while operating the tool may result

in serious personal injury)

• Keepthe(extension)cordawayfromthecutting

area (during operation the cord may be hidden in shrubs

and can be accidentally cut by the blades)

• Holdthepowertoolbytheinsulatedgripping

surfacesonly,becausethecuttingbladesmay

contacthiddenwiringoritsowncord (cutting blades

contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of

the power tool “live” and could give the operator an

• Do not run over, crush or pull the (extension) cord

• Protect the (extension) cord from heat, oil and sharp

• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,

immediately switch o the tool and disconnect the plug

• Always switch o the tool and disconnect the plug after

• Carrythetoolbythehandlewiththecuttingblades

stoppedand,whentransportingorstoringthetool,

alwaysmountthebladecover (proper handling of the

tool will reduce possible personal injury from the cutting

• Store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out

of reach of children

EXPLANATIONOFSYMBOLSONTOOL

WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of this tool,

it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended

• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire

in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug7

- hook the loop in the extension cord over restraint A as

- pull tight to secure the extension cord

• Two-hand safety switch 9

Prevents the tool from being switched on accidentally

- switch on the tool by pressing both switch B and

- switch o the tool by releasing either switch B or

- move tool away from cutting area before switching o

moveforafewseconds

• Blade tip protector F 2

- prevents kickback of the tool when solid objects (such

as fence posts or house walls) are touched

- protects the end blades from damage

- trim the sides of the hedge rst (from the bottom

upwards), then cut the top

- trim the side of a hedge in such a way that it will be

slightly narrower at the top

- use a hand saw or pruning shears to cut thicker

• Holding and guiding the tool

- hold the tool rmly with both hands and take a secure

! whileworking,alwaysholdthetoolatthe

grey-colouredgriparea(s)!

- guide the tool ahead of you

- always ensure that the extension cord is guided away

- start trimming near the mains socket and move away

• For trimming a hedge at a uniform height level

- fasten a piece of string along the length of the hedge

at the desired height

- trim the hedge just above this string

• Recommended cutting/trimming times (Western Europe)

- trim hedges with deciduous leaves in June and

- trim evergreen hedges in April and August

- trim conifers and other fast-growing shrubs every 6

weeks from May until October

MAINTENANCE/SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Keep tool, cord and cutting blades clean

! disconnecttheplugbeforecleaning

- clean the tool with a damp cloth (do not use cleaning

- clean ventilation slots G 2 regularly with a brush or

- after use, always carefully clean and lightly lubricate

! weargloveswhenhandlingorcleaningthe

• Regularly check the condition of the cutting blades and

the tightness of the blade bolts

• Regularly check for worn or damaged components and

have them repaired/replaced when necessary

• Sharpening the cutting blades

! disconnecttheplugbeforesharpening

- sharpen the cutting blades with a small and smooth

le, in case a solid object damaged them

- we advise you, however, to have the blades sharpened

- lubricate the cutting blades after sharpening

- securely mount storage rail H on the wall with 4 screws

(notsupplied) and horizontally leveled

- use blade cover J when storing the tool

- before storing the tool, wipe o the cutting blades with

an oil-soaked rag to prevent corrosion

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in

manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be

carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL

- send the tool undismantled together with proof of

purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service

station (addresses as well as the service diagram of

the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

• The following listing shows problem symptoms, possible

causes and corrective actions (if these do not identify

and correct the problem, contact your dealer or service

! switchoffthetoolanddisconnecttheplugbefore

investigatingtheproblem

★ Motor does not start or stops suddenly

- power supply socket faulty -> use another socket

- plug not connected -> connect plug

- extension cord damaged -> replace extension cord

★ Tool operates intermittently

- extension cord damaged -> replace extension cord

- internal wiring defective -> contact dealer/service

- on/o switch defective -> contact dealer/service

★ Motor runs but blades remain stationary

- internal fault -> contact dealer/service station

★ Cutting blades hot

- cutting blades blunt -> have blades sharpened

- cutting blades have dents -> have blades inspected

- too much friction due to lack of lubricant -> lubricate

• Donotdisposeofelectrictools,accessoriesand

packagingtogetherwithhouseholdwastematerial

(only for EU countries)

- in observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on

waste of electric and electronic equipment and its

implementation in accordance with national law,

electric tools that have reached the end of their life

must be collected separately and returned to an

environmentally compatible recycling facility

- symbol # will remind you of this when the need for

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• We declare under our sole responsibility that the product

described under “Technical data” is in conformity with the

following standards or standardization documents: EN

60745, EN 61000, EN 55014, in accordance with the

provisions of the directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC,

2000/14/EC, 2011/65/EU

• Measured in accordance with EN 60745 the sound

pressure level of this tool is 80 dB(A) and the sound

power level 100 dB(A) (standard deviation: 3 dB), and the

vibration 3.3 m/s² (hand-arm method; uncertainty K = 1.5

• Measured in accordance with 2000/14/EC the

guaranteed sound power level LWA is lower than 103

dB(A) (conformity assessment procedure according to

• The vibration emission level has been measured in

accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745; it

may be used to compare one tool with another and as a

preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when

using the tool for the applications mentioned

- using the tool for dierent applications, or with dierent

or poorly maintained accessories, may signicantly

increase the exposure level

- the times when the tool is switched o or when it is

running but not actually doing the job, may signicantly

reduce the exposure level

! protectyourselfagainsttheeffectsofvibration

dealer/servicestation

- aan/uit-schakelaar defect -> neem contact op met

dealer/servicestation

• Sikkerhetsbryter for to hender 9

2004/108/EF, 2006/42/EF, 2000/14/EF, 2011/65/EU

inspeccionar as lâminas

- demasiada fricção devido à falta de lubricante ->

lubrique as lâminas

directivelor 2004/108/CE, 2006/42/CE, 2000/14/CE,

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