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USER MANUAL 0078 AA SKIL

H K G C D P M A F B J

• This tool is intended for the cutting of grass and weeds

under bushes as well as on slopes and edges that can

not be reached with a lawn mower

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as

illustrated in drawing ②

• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact

• Read this instruction manual carefully before use

and save it for future reference ③

• Pay special attention to the safety instructions

and warnings; failure to follow these may result in

F Green charging light

K Blade storage compartment

N 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ammable

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

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk

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 electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or

moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase

the risk of electric shock.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric

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

unavoidable, use an earth leakage circuit breaker.

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do

not use a power tool while you are tired or under

theinuence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

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch

isintheo-positionbeforeconnectingtopower

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

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a 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.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

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

tool for your application. The correct power tool will

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

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

turnitonando. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be

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

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

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

otherconditionthatmayaectthepowertool's

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

5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

a) Rechargeonlywiththechargerspeciedbythe

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type

of battery pack may create a risk of re when used with

another battery pack.

b) Usepowertoolsonlywithspecicallydesignated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may

create a risk of injury and re.

c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys,

nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can

make a connection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns

d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected

from the battery; avoid contact. If contact

accidentallyoccurs,ushwithwater.Ifliquid

contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.

Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or

a) Haveyourpowertoolservicedbyaqualiedrepair

person using only identical replacement parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRASS TRIMMERS GENERAL

• Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the

• The user is responsible for accidents or hazards

occurring to other people or their property

• Only use the tool when the ambient temperature is

between 0°C and 40°C

• Never mount metal cutting elements onto this tool

• 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

• Never allow children or people who are not familiar with

the operating instructions to use the tool

• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting blade while

trimming, especially when switching on the tool

• Always wear eye protection, long trousers and sturdy

shoes when operating the tool

• Never operate the tool in the direct vicinity of persons;

stop using the tool when persons (especially children) or

• Never operate the tool when you are tired, sick or under

the inuence of alcohol or other drugs

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

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the charger

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

• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and

after any impact; in case of a defect, have it repaired

immediately by a qualied person (never open the tool

• Before use, thoroughly inspect the cutting area and

remove any object that the tool may sling during cutting

(such as stones, loose pieces of wood, etc.)

• Never operate the tool with a damaged cutting guard or

without the cutting guard mounted

• The cutting blade continues to rotate for a short

timeaftertoolisswitchedo(donottouchrotating

• Do not cut grass which is not on the ground (e.g. on

• Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the tool still

• Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what

• Always remove battery from tool

- whenever leaving the tool unattended

- before clearing jammed material

- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool

- after striking a foreign object

- whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally

• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept

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

of reach of children

• Charge battery only with the charger that is supplied

• Do not touch the contacts in the charger

• Do not charge battery in damp or wet environments

• When charging the battery, place the charger on a at

non-ammable surface and away from combustible

• Store tool/charger/battery in locations where

temperature will not exceed 40°C or drop below 0°C

• Do not use charger when damaged; take it to one of the

ocially registered SKIL Service Stations for a safety

• Do not use charger when cord or plug is damaged; cord

or plug should be replaced immediately at one of the

ocially registered SKIL Service Stations

• Do not use battery when damaged; it should be

replaced immediately

• Do not disassemble charger or battery

• Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/CHARGER/

③ Warning! Read the instruction manual

④ Do not expose tool/charger/battery to rain

⑤ Wear protective glasses and hearing protection

⑥ Payattentiontotheriskofinjurycausedbyying

debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from

⑦ Only use the charger indoors

⑧ Double insulation (no earth wire required)

⑨ Batteries may explode when disposed of in re, so do

not burn battery for any reason

⑩ Store tool/charger/battery in locations where

temperature will not exceed 50°C

⑪ Do not dispose of the charger together with household

⑫ Do not dispose of the battery together with household

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

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of the

charger, it must be disposed of safely and not left

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

in the cord of the charger to the earth terminal of the

• Always remove battery from tool before making any

adjustment or changing any accessory, in order to

reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally

• Assembly instructions ⑬

- the sequence of the numbers appearing in the drawing

corresponds with the sequence of the steps to be

followed for assembling the tool

- mount cutting guard A as illustrated with round head

! rmlytightenallscrews

! never use the tool without cutting guard A

• Adjusting guide handle ⑭

- loosen/tighten handle B ② by turning it

counter-clockwise/clockwise

• Height adjustment ⑮

For adjusting the tool height so that your front arm is

straight when trimming

- loosen locking sleeve C by turning it clockwise

- extend tube D to the desired height

- tighten locking sleeve C by turning it counter-clockwise

• Charging battery ⑯

- battery of new tools is not fully charged

- connect charger E to power source as illustrated ⑯a

- green light F will turn on indicating that the charger is

ready for operation ⑯a

- insert battery G into charger as illustrated ⑯b

- green light F will blink indicating that the battery is

- after approximately 1 hour the battery is fully charged

and green light F stays on after blinking ⑯c

- if green light F does not blink after inserting a battery,

1) that the battery is too cold or too hot (charger only

charges batteries when its temperature is between

2) that the battery should be replaced

- the lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time

(interrupting the charging procedure does not damage

- the lithium-ion battery does not have to be empty

before charging (no "memory-eect" as with nickel-

- while charging, the charger and the battery may

become warm to touch; this is normal and does not

- ensure that the outside surface of the battery is clean

and dry before inserting into charger

- do not remove battery from tool while it is running

- a signicantly reduced working period after charging

indicates that the battery is worn out and should be

• Battery protection

Switches o the tool automatically when

1) the load is too high

2) the battery temperature is not within the allowable

operating temperature range of -10 to +50°C

3) the lithium-ion battery is nearly empty (to protect

against deep discharge)

! donotcontinuetopresstheon/oswitchafter

- switch on/o the tool by pulling/releasing trigger H

! afterswitchingothetoolthebladecontinuesto

rotate for a few seconds

- allow the cutting blade to stop rotating before

! donotrapidlyswitchonando

! ensure that the cutting area is free of stones,

debris and other foreign objects

! start trimming only when tool runs at full speed

- cut long grass in layers (always start from the top)

- only trim with the tip of the cutting blade

- do not cut damp or wet grass

- prevent the cut grass from clogging the blade (do not

- do not overload the tool

- carefully cut around trees and bushes, so that they do

not come into contact with the cutting blade

- use ower guard J ⑱ to protect vulnerable owers

- keep the tool away from solid objects in order to

protect the cutting blade against excessive wear

- be aware of the kickback forces that occur when solid

objects are touched10

• Holding and guiding the tool ⑲

- for cutting long grass slowly swing the tool from right to

- for cutting shorter grass tilt the tool as illustrated

- turn the tool 180° for trimming edges

- hold tool rmly with both hands, so you will have full

control of the tool at all times

- maintain a stable working position

- always hold the tool well away from your body

• Replacing cutting blade ⑳

! remove battery from tool

- simply remove/mount old/new cutting blade as

- after replacing the cutting blade test-run the tool for at

least one minute without load to ensure that the tool is

- extend the service life of the cutting blade twice by

removing it, turning it 180°, and mounting it again

• Blade storage compartment ㉑

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Opening the housing shell can damage or destroy

• Keep tool, charger and cutting blades clean

! unplug charger from power source before

! always remove the battery before cleaning

- clean cutting blade L ② and cutting guard A ② after

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

- clean ventilation slots M ② regularly with a brush or

• Regularly check the condition of the cutting head and

the tightness of nuts, bolts and screws

• Regularly check for worn or damaged components and

have them repaired/replaced when necessary

- store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place,

out of reach of children

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

(not supplied) and horizontally leveled

• If the tool/charger 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 or charger 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)

- in case of a defective charger send both charger and

battery to your dealer or the SKIL service station

• 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othetoolandremovethebatterybefore

investigating the problem

★ Tool operates intermittently

- internal wiring defective -> contact dealer/service

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

★ Tool vibrates abnormally

- grass too high -> cut in stages

★ Tool does not cut

- cutting blade broken o -> replace cutting blade

• Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries,

accessories and packaging together with

household waste material (only for EU countries)

- in observance of European Directive 2012/19/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 ⑪ will remind you of this when the need for

! remove the battery before disposal of the tool

• The battery must be kept separate from the natural

environment and should not be disposed of as normal

domestic waste (symbol ⑫ will remind you of this when

the need for disposing occurs)

! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with

heavytapetopreventshort-circuit

- dispose of the battery at an ocial collection point for

! batteriesmayexplodewhendisposedofinre,

so do not burn battery for any reason

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• We declare under our sole responsibility that this

product is in conformity with the following standards

or standardized documents: EN 60335, EN 61000,

EN 55014 in accordance with the provisions of the

directives 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC,

2000/14/EC, 2011/65/EU

Operations & Engineering

• Measured in accordance with EN 60335 the sound

pressure level of this tool is <70 dB(A) (standard

deviation: 3 dB) and the vibration 1 m/s² (hand-arm

method; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²)

• Measured in accordance with 2000/14/EC the

guaranteed sound power level LWA is lower than 86

dB(A) (conformity assessment procedure according to

Notied body : INTERTEK Notied body identication number : 0359

• The vibration emission level has been measured in

accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60335;

it may be used to compare one tool with another and as11

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eectsofvibrationby

maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping

your hands warm, and organizing your work

N Rail de rangement (vis non fournies)

Operations & Engineering

dealer/servicestation

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

dealer/servicestation

Operations & Engineering

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

Operations & Engineering

VEDLIKEHOLD / SERVICE

Operations & Engineering

EN 55014 a 2006/95/EK, 2004/108/EK, 2006/42/EK,

Operations & Engineering

2006/95/ES, 2004/108/ES, 2006/42/ES, 2000/14/ES,

Operations & Engineering

H K G C D P M A F B J

N D M L EF G J H A B C K3

ACCESSORIES WWW.SKIL.COM L N M F G Cordless hedge cutter 0758

• 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

• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as

illustrated in drawing ②

• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact

• Read this instruction manual carefully before use

and save it for future reference ③

• Pay special attention to the safety instructions

and warnings; failure to follow these may result in

B Protective guard screw

D Green charging light

L 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ammable

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

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk

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 electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or

moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase

the risk of electric shock.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric

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

unavoidable, use an earth leakage circuit breaker.

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do

not use a power tool while you are tired or under

theinuence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

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch

isintheo-positionbeforeconnectingtopower

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

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a 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.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

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

tool for your application. The correct power tool will

do 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o. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be

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

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

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

otherconditionthatmayaectthepowertool's

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

5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

a) Rechargeonlywiththechargerspeciedbythe

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type

of battery pack may create a risk of re when used with

another battery pack.

b) Usepowertoolsonlywithspecicallydesignated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may

create a risk of injury and re.

c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys,

nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can

make a connection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns

d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected

from the battery; avoid contact. If contact

accidentallyoccurs,ushwithwater.Ifliquid

contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.

Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or

a) Haveyourpowertoolservicedbyaqualiedrepair

person using only identical replacement parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEDGE CUTTERS GENERAL

• 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

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

• Always remove battery from tool

- whenever leaving the tool unattended

- before clearing jammed material

- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool

- after striking a foreign object

- whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally

• Do not trim hedges when they are wet

• Never use the tool with a defective protective guard

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

to receive practical information

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

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the charger

• 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

• 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

• Do not operate the tool when barefoot or wearing open

sandals; always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers

• 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)

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutting

blades, do not remove cut material or hold material

to be cut when blades are moving, and make sure

theswitchiso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

• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept

• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,

immediately switch o the tool or unplug charger from

• 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

• Charge battery only with the charger that is supplied

• Do not touch the contacts in the charger

• Do not charge battery in damp or wet environments

• When charging the battery, place the charger on a at

non-ammable surface and away from combustible

• Store tool/charger/battery in locations where

temperature will not exceed 40°C or drop below 0°C

• Do not use charger when damaged; take it to one of the

ocially registered SKIL Service Stations for a safety

• Do not use charger when cord or plug is damaged; cord

or plug should be replaced immediately at one of the

ocially registered SKIL Service Stations

• Do not use battery when damaged; it should be

replaced immediately

• Do not disassemble charger or battery

• Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/CHARGER/

③ Read the instruction manual before use

④ Do not expose tool/charger/battery to rain

⑤ Wear protective glasses and hearing protection

⑥ Only use the charger indoors

⑦ Double insulation (no earth wire required)

⑧ Batteries may explode when disposed of in re, so do

not burn battery for any reason

⑨ Store tool/charger/battery in locations where

temperature will not exceed 50°C

⑩ Do not dispose of the charger together with household

⑪ Do not dispose of the battery together with household

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

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of the

charger, it must be disposed of safely and not left

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

in the cord of the charger to the earth terminal of the

• Always remove battery from tool before making any

adjustment or changing any accessory, in order to

reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally

• Mounting of protective guard ⑫

! never use the tool without protective guard A

! rmlytightenscrewsB

• Charging battery ⑬

- battery of new tools is not fully charged

- connect charger C to power source as illustrated ⑬a

- green light D will turn on indicating that the charger is

ready for operation ⑬a

- insert battery E into charger as illustrated ⑬b

- green light D will blink indicating that the battery is

- after approximately 1 hour the battery is fully charged

and green light D stays on after blinking ⑬c

- if green light D does not blink after inserting a battery,

1) that the battery is too cold or too hot (charger only

charges batteries when its temperature is between

2) that the battery should be replaced

- the lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time

(interrupting the charging procedure does not damage

- the lithium-ion battery does not have to be empty

before charging (no "memory-eect" as with nickel-

- while charging, the charger and the battery may

become warm to touch; this is normal and does not

- ensure that the outside surface of the battery is clean

and dry before inserting into charger

- do not remove battery from tool while it is running

- a signicantly reduced working period after charging

indicates that the battery is worn out and should be

• Battery protection

Switches o the tool automatically when

1) the load is too high

2) the battery temperature is not within the allowable

operating temperature range of -10 to +50°C

3) the lithium-ion battery is nearly empty (to protect

against deep discharge)

! donotcontinuetopresstheon/oswitchafter

thetoolisswitchedoautomatically;batterymay

• On/o safety switch ⑭

Prevents the tool from being switched on accidentally

- switch on tool by rst pushing safety switch F forward

and then pulling trigger switch G

- switch o tool by releasing trigger switch G

• Operating the tool

! start trimming only when motor is running

! do not cut groundcovering plants in order to

prevent earth/sand from damaging cutting blades

- do not overload the tool

- move tool away from cutting area before switching o

! afterswitchingothetoolthebladescontinueto

move for a few seconds

• Blade tip protector J ②

- prevents kickback of the tool when solid objects (such

as fence posts or house walls) are touched

- protects the end blades from damage

• 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) ⑮

- guide the tool ahead of you

- keep the tool away from solid objects in order to

protect the cutting blades against excessive wear

• Trimming hedges ⑯

- 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

• 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

- 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 October8

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Keep tool, charger and cutting blades clean

! unplug charger from power source before

! always remove the battery before cleaning

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

- clean ventilation slots K 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

! remove battery from tool

- 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

- store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place,

out of reach of children

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

(not supplied) and horizontally leveled

- use blade cover M when storing the tool

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

an oil-soaked rag to prevent corrosion

• If the tool/charger 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 or charger 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)

- in case of a defective charger send both charger and

battery to your dealer or the SKIL service station

• 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othetoolandremovethebatterybefore

investigating the problem

★ Tool operates intermittently

- 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, batteries,

accessories and packaging together with

household waste material (only for EU countries)

- in observance of European Directive 2012/19/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 ⑩ will remind you of this when the need for

! remove the battery before disposal of the tool

• The battery must be kept separate from the natural

environment and should not be disposed of as normal

domestic waste (symbol ⑪ will remind you of this when

the need for disposing occurs)

! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with

heavytapetopreventshort-circuit

- dispose of the battery at an ocial collection point for

! batteriesmayexplodewhendisposedofinre,

so do not burn battery for any reason

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• We declare under our sole responsibility that this

product is in conformity with the following standards or

standardized documents: EN 60335, EN 60745, EN

61000, EN 55014 in accordance with the provisions of

the directives 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC,

2000/14/EC, 2011/65/EU

Operations & Engineering

• Measured in accordance with EN 60745 the sound

pressure level of this tool is <70 dB(A) (standard

deviation: 3 dB) and the vibration 1.3 m/s² (hand-arm

method; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²)

• Measured in accordance with 2000/14/EC the

guaranteed sound power level LWA is lower than 91

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 level9

! protectyourselfagainsttheeectsofvibrationby

maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping

your hands warm, and organizing your work

L Rail de rangement (vis non fournies)

Operations & Engineering

dealer/servicestation

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

dealer/servicestation

Operations & Engineering

VEDLIKEHOLD / SERVICE

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

Operations & Engineering

inspeccionar as lâminas

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

lubrique as lâminas

Operations & Engineering

in corrispondenza della(e) area(e) grigia(e) ⑮

direttive 2006/95/EG, 2004/108/EG, 2006/42/EG,

Operations & Engineering

N D M L EF G J H A B C K