CH 45Y - Hedge trimmers HiKOKI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CH 45Y HiKOKI

3,9 4,1 4,2 0000BookCH45Y.indb40000BookCH45Y.indb4 2019/08/069:23:552019/08/069:23:555 English Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. 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 injury. 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 jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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 designed. 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 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 users. e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may aff ect the power toolʼs 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 diff erent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. PRECAUTION Keep children and infi rm persons away. When not in use, tools should be stored out of reach of children and infi rm persons.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY

WARNINGS WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi 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) power tool.

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 fl 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 control.

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. Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. 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 shock. f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

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 infl 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 personal injuries. c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. (Original instructions) 0000BookCH45Y.indb50000BookCH45Y.indb5 2019/08/069:23:552019/08/069:23:556 English

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY

WARNINGS ○ Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury. ○ Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer always fi t the cutting device cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades. ○ Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutter blades contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock. ○ Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blade.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

1. Use the electrical voltage listed on the name plate for the

power source. The use of a voltage that exceeds this may result in injury.

2. To prevent accidents, the plug is disconnected from

the receptacle before any adjustments, conversions or servicing are performed.

3. Checking the extension cord

When the work area is remote from the power source, use an extension cord of suffi cient thickness and rated capacity. The extension cord should be kept as short as practicable.

4. This tool is provided with brake. Before using, check to

ensure brake is engaged. The cutting blades come to a standstill within 0.05 seconds. Have the machine repaired if braking time is clearly lengthened. The noise that sometimes occurs during a machine Quick stop is design-related and has no infl uence on operation and service life.

5. To prevent accidents, make sure there are no people in

6. Before starting work make sure there are no power

cables and foreign objects in the work area. The blade could come into contact with the power cable causing electric shock, ground faults and other accidents.

7. Be sure to turn the tool off and the plug is disconnected

from the receptacle before attaching and removing the blade case. To prevent injury, take care when placing the blade in the blade case.

8. Use protective goggles during work to prevent injury

from twigs and wood chips.

9. Hold the tool fi rmly with both hands during use to prevent

10. Keep your hands and all parts of the body away from the

blade to prevent contact that could lead to injury.

11. Make sure the blade and all accessories are properly

installed. Improper installation could cause the blade or accessories to come loose resulting in an injury.

12. Make sure the blade is not cracked, deformed or

excessively worn before starting work. Do not use a blade in this condition as it could break and cause injury.

13. Do not use the tool to cut wire, metal plates or other hard

objects. The tool could be damaged and cause injury.

14. If the tool does not work normally and is producing

strange noise, turn it off immediately and have it inspected and repaired.

15. If the tool falls or strikes against an object, check

the blade and the body for damage, cracking and deformation. Use of a damaged, deformed or cracked blade could result in injury.

16. Do not disassemble the blade. This may result in injury.

17. This product generates vibration during operation. This

makes long continuous work physically strenuous so avoid a poor work posture and be sure to take frequent rests. Also during short work periods, stop work immediately to take a rest when your fi ngers, hands, arms or shoulders become tired.

18. Use gloves, or cloth to protect your hands when handling

the blade. Careless handling may lead to injury.

19. Do not expose the blade to excessive pressure during

cutting as the blade could be damaged.

20. The blade is extremely hot after cutting. Do not touch it to

prevent burn injuries.

21. When working in high places, make sure that no one

is standing below. They could be injured should you accidentally drop the tool or other object.

22. To prevent unforeseen accidents, never leave the tool

running unattended on a stand or on the fl oor.

23. Do not expose the tool to insecticide and other

chemicals. Such chemicals could cause cracking and other damage.

24. Do not secure the front switch, trigger switch or rear

switch pulled. If you pull it by mistake, the unit may work suddenly, causing injury.

The use of a residual current device with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less at all times is recommended. CAUTION ○ Use a pair of pruning shears to cut thick branches before using the hedge trimmer. Do not force the tool to prevent it from breaking. ○ Stop the tool immediately if the blade stalls against a too heavy branch. Do not allow the motor to seize up as it could damage the motor. ○ Use a sturdy ladder or step ladder when cutting tall garden trees. ○ Use only for cutting shrub. ○ Do not use the tool for work that exceeds its capacity. Such operation could cause the motor to lock up or slow down and will damage it. NOTE ○ Lubricate (using sewing machine oil, mineral oil, etc.) the blade before starting and then every hour. Use an adequate amount of oil and wipe away excess oil. ○ During work (for example, when taking rests) do not leave the tool in a place exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature. This will prevent proper cooling and could result in damage. ○ Do not use the tool for cutting the lawn or weeds. Grass or weeds could stick to the blade.

Cut thick branches by gently pressing the blades against the branch. 0000BookCH45Y.indb60000BookCH45Y.indb6 2019/08/069:23:552019/08/069:23:557 English SYMBOLS WARNING The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. CH45Y/CH55Y/CH65Y: Hedge Trimmer WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Remove plug from the mains immediately if cable is damaged or cut. Do not expose to rain. Clutch system: Protects blades and gears when debris or large branches stop the blades Only for EU countries Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material! In observance of European Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical 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.

Rated voltage Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms to the power requirements specifi ed on the product nameplate.

max Maximum cutting branch diameter

Weight (According to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003) Guaranteed Sound power level

Operating procedure Switching ON Switching OFF Disconnect mains plug from electrical outlet WARNING Class II tool STANDARD ACCESSORIES In addition to the main unit, the package contains the accessories listed in the table below. ○ Blade case ....................................................................1 Standard accessories are subject to change without notice. APPLICATIONS ○ Fine trimming hedges ○ Trimming and pruning garden trees SPECIFICATIONS The specifi cations of this machine are listed in the Table on page 4. NOTE Due to HiKOKI’s continuing program of research and development, the specifi cations herein are subject to change without prior notice. NAMES OF PARTS (Fig. 1 – Fig. 5)

Extension cord (sold separately)

MOUNTING AND OPERATION

Action Figure Page Removing and inserting the blade case

Attaching an extension cord 3 2 Switch ON 4 2 Switch OFF 5 3 Selecting accessories ― 128

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

WARNING ○ Be sure to turn the tool off and the plug is disconnected from the receptacle before making inspections or carrying out maintenance. ○ Do not disassemble to blade. Failure to heed this warning may result in injury. ○ Use gloves, or cloth to protect your hands when handling the blade. Failure to heed this warning may result in injury.

1. Cleaning and lubricating the cutting blade

After use, remove contamination, remains of blades etc. (e.g. with a brush or cloth) And then, carefully lubricate the blade with oil for rust-proofi ng. When lubricate the blade, always use genuine HiKOKI oil (code No. 371303) or spray (code No. 371304) with the number specifi ed in the selecting accessories. 0000BookCH45Y.indb70000BookCH45Y.indb7 2019/08/069:23:552019/08/069:23:558 English

2. Replacing the blade

For your continued safety, blade inspection and replacement on this tool should ONLY be performed by a HiKOKI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

3. Inspecting the mounting screws

Regularly inspect all mounting screws and ensure that they are properly tightened. Should any of the screws be loose, retighten them immediately. Failure to do so could result in serious hazard.

4. Replacing supply cord

If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, it has to be done by HiKOKI Authorized Service Center to avoid a safety hazard.

5. Maintenance of the motor

The motor unit winding is the very “heart” of the power tool. Exercise due care to ensure the winding does not become damaged and/or wet with oil or water.

6. Cleaning on the outside

When the hedge trimmer is stained, wipe with a soft dry cloth or a cloth moistened with soapy water. Do not use chloric solvents, gasoline or paint thinner, for they melt plastics.

7. Transport of the tool

Attach the blade case to the blade before carrying this tool. If you carry it without the blade case, the blade may come in contact with your body, causing injury.

Store the hedge trimmer in a place out of reach of children. CAUTION In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the safety regulations and standards prescribed in each country must be observed. TROUBLESHOOTING Use the inspections in the table below if the tool does not operate normally. If this does not remedy the problem, consult your dealer or the HiKOKI Authorized Service Center. Symptom Possible cause Remedy Does not operate. The power plug is not plugged into the power socket. Plug the power cord into the power socket. Foreign matter is lodged in the blade. When there is foreign matter in the blade, disconnect the plug from receptacle and use a pair of tongs or similar tool to remove it. Take great care since the tool may start operating when the foreign matter has been removed. Sap or rust may also prevent the blade from operating. Use a wire brush or similar tool to remove sap or rust. The tool does not trim well. The blade has become dull. Use a brush or cloth to remove sap. If cleaning the blade does not improve its cutting ability, contact the HiKOKI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER to have the blade replaced. The blade stopped because it was used to cut a branch whose width exceeded the blade’s cutting capacity. NOTE Work that will repeatedly cause the blade to stop will eventually damage the motor. Some garden trees have wood that is very hard and may be beyond the capacity of the tool even if it is of a width that is within normal capacity. Use a pair of pruning shear to remove thick branches before starting work. An oblique cut may also exceed the capacity of the tool since the length of the cut increases. Be sure to trim thick branches at right angles. 0000BookCH45Y.indb80000BookCH45Y.indb8 2019/08/069:23:552019/08/069:23:559 English GUARANTEE We guarantee HiKOKI Power Tools in accordance with statutory/country specifi c regulation. This guarantee does not cover defects or damage due to misuse, abuse, or normal wear and tear. In case of complaint, please send the Power Tool, undismantled, with the GUARANTEE CERTIFICATE found at the end of this Handling instruction, to a HiKOKI Authorized Service Center. Information concerning airborne noise and vibration The measured values were determined according to EN60745 and declared in accordance with ISO 4871. Measured A-weighted sound power level: 95 dB (A) Measured A-weighted sound pressure level: 84 dB (A) Uncertainty K: 3 dB (A). Wear hearing protection. Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined according to EN60745. No load:

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that Hedge Trimmer, identifi ed by type and specifi c identifi cation code *1), is in conformity with all relevant requirements of the directives *2) and standards *3). Technical fi le at *4) – See below. The European Standard Manager at the representative offi ce in Europe is authorized to compile the technical fi le. 2000/14/EC

• Type of equipment: Hedge Trimmer

• Type name: CH45Y/CH55Y/CH65Y

• Conformity assessment procedure: Annex V

• Measured sound power level: 95 dB

• Guaranteed sound power level: 98 dB The declaration is applicable to the product affi xed CE marking.

A. Nakagawa Corporate Offi cer