HT2401E - Hedge trimmers EGO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HT2401E EGO

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS! READ & UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL Residual risk! People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.

WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all

repairs and replacements should be performed by a qualied service technician. SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all

safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

The operation of any power tools can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard. Read The Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read operator’s manual. Do Not Expose To Rain

WARNING: Do not use in

the rain or leave outdoors while it is raining. 61cm Blade Length The length of the blade Ø22 mm Cutting Capacity Max. Cutting capacity of the blade V Volt Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type of current Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and

instructions. Fail 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) power tool. Original instructions56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER — HT2400E

◾ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. ◾ 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. ◾ Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. ELECTRICAL SAFETY ◾ 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. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. ◾ 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. ◾ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. ◾ 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. ◾ 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. ◾ 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. PERSONAL SAFETY ◾ 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 inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. ◾ 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. ◾ 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. Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. ◾ 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. ◾ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. ◾ 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. ◾ If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

◾ Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed. ◾ 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. ◾ 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. ◾ 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. ◾ Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. ◾ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control;56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER — HT2400E6

◾ Use the power tool, accessories, 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 different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

◾ Recharge only with the charger specied 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. ◾ Use power tools only with specically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and re. ◾ 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 or a re. ◾ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contact eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. SERVICE ◾ Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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 t the cutting device cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades. ◾ Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring. 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. ◾ Check the hedge for foreign objects before operating, e.g. wire fences. ◾ Only use the hedge trimmer with the guard properly assembled. The use of the hedge trimmer without the proper guard may result in serious personal injury! ◾ Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Check the hedge for foreign objects

before operating, e.g. wire fences Only use the hedge trimmer with the guard properly assembled. The use of the hedge trimmer without the proper guard may result in serious personal injury!

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

◾ Do not use the battery-operated hedge trimmer in rain. ◾ Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet locations. ◾ Use only with battery packs and chargers listed in g.A ◾ Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the hedge trimmer. ◾ Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the hedge trimmer in unexpected situations. ◾ Never allow children to operate the hedge trimmer. ◾ Never remove or tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Never do anything to interfere with the intended function of a safety device or to reduce the protection provided by a safety device. ◾ Never operate the hedge trimmer without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place. ◾ Check damaged parts before further use of the hedge trimmer. A guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual. ◾ Check the blade and motor mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, and worn). Replace the blade only with a blade from EGO

◾ Replace the blade if it is bent or cracked. An unbalanced blade causes vibration that could damage the motor drive unit or cause personal injury. ◾ If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. ◾ The trimmer shall be used to cut stems less than (22mm) thick. ◾ Trim only in daylight or in good articial light. ◾ Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the hedge trimmer. ◾ Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical connections. ◾ When servicing use only identical replacement parts listed in this manual. Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specications may lead to improper performance and compromised safety. ◾ Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. ◾ Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. ◾ Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan this tool to someone else, also loan these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! SPECIFICATIONS Voltage56 V No-Load Speed 1300 /minBlade Length 61 cmCutting Capacity 22 mmRecommended Operating Temperature 0°C-40°CRecommended Storage Temperature -20°C-70°CWeight (without battery pack) 2.79 kgMeasured sound power level L

90.65 dB(A) K=3.12 dB(A)Sound pressure level at operator’s position L

83 dB(A) K=2.5 dB(A)Guaranteed sound power level LWA (according to 2000/14/EC)94 dB(A) Vibration a Rear Handle1.119 m/s

◾ The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another; ◾ The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure. NOTICE: The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value in which the tool is used; In order to protect the operator, user should wear gloves and ear protectors in the actual conditions of use. PACKING LIST PART NAME QUANTITYHedge Trimmer 1Blade Guard 1Operator’s manual 1 DESCRIPTION KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER (Fig. A) 1. Battery-release Button2. Rear Handle3. Rear Switch Lever4. Front Handle5. Front Switch Lever6. Hand Guard7. Blade8. Tip Protector9. Blade Guard10. Ejection Mechanism11. Mounting Slot12. Electric Contacts13. Latch

WARNING: The safe use of this product requires an

understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER — HT2400E8

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product

to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufcient to inict serious injury.

WARNING: Always wear eye protection with side

shields, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.

WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use.

WARNING: Do not use any attachments or

accessories not recommended by EGO

. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury. Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts, such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. APPLICATION You may use this product for trimming the hedges, shrubs and bushes with a branch diameter of less than Ø22 mm. NOTICE: The tool is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse.

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

Charge before rst use. To Install (Fig. B) Align the battery ribs with the mounting slots and press the battery pack down until you hear a “click”. To Remove (Fig. C) Depress the battery-release button and pull the battery pack out.

WARNING: Always be aware for the location of your

feet, children, or pets when pressing the battery-release button. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove the battery pack at a high location.

HOLDING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

With the blade away from you, hold the trimmer with two hands, separately grasping the front and the rear handle. Three holding directions can suit for different cutting operations (Fig. D & E & F).

WARNING: Always keep both hands on the hedge

trimmer handles. Never hold shrubs with one hand and operate the hedge trimmer with the other. Failure to heed this warning may result in serious injury.

STARTING/STOPPING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

Before operating, remove the blade guard and hold the trimmer with both hands, one hand on the rear handle and the other on the front handle. Then check for balanced footing, upright standing and a proper cutting distance. To Start Depress and hold the front switch lever and continue pressing the rear switch lever to start. To Stop Release either of the switch levers to stop it. NOTICE: Both switch levers need to be pressed for the hedge trimmer to start.

or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from you in a safe manner. Disconnect the electrical service to the damaged line or cord before attempting to free the blade from the line or cord. Failure to heed this warning will result in serious personal injury or possible death.

WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, keep

hands away from blades. Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when the blades are moving. Make sure that the blades have totally stopped and the battery pack is removed before clearing jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the unit.56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER — HT2400E

WARNING: Clear the area to be cut before each use.

Remove all objects, such as cords, lights, wire, or string which can become entangled in the cutting blade and create a risk of serious personal injury.

WARNING: Avoid trimming too much at one time or

through the heavy shrubbery. This can cause the blades to bind and slow, reducing the cutting efficiency. NOTICE: For new growth, a wide sweeping is suitable for the stems fed directly into the cutting blade. For older growth, a sawing movement is good for trimming the thicker stems. A non-powered hand saw or pruning saw is suggested for trimming the large stems first. Top Cutting Use a wide sweeping motion. A slight downward tilt of the cutting blades in the direction of motion gives the best cutting results. For better cutting effect, you might as well use the string to guide the hedge level as Fig. G shown. Side Cutting When trimming the sides of the hedge, begin at the bottom and cut upwards as Fig. H shown. Sawing Function Although the blade gap allow wood to be cut up to Ø 22 mm, the tip of the blade is designed to cut wood up to Ø 26 mm (Fig. I). If a radical cut is necessary, cut a little at a time in several stages. Tip Protector The tip protector (Fig. A-8) makes cutting near the ground or along walls easier while protecting the special cutters from damage. MAINTENANCE

WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualied service technician.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always

remove the battery pack from the product when cleaning or performing any maintenance. CLEANING ◾ Use a soft brush to remove debris from all air intakes and cutting blade. ◾ To remove pitch and other sticky residue, spray the blades with resin solvent. Run the motor briey so that the solvent is evenly distributed. ◾ Wipe the surface with a dry cloth.

WARNING: Never use water for cleaning your

trimmer. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents. Use clean clothes to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

SHARPENING THE CUTTING BLADE

1. Start and stop your hedge trimmer until the cutter blade and the guard are slightly offset as Fig. J shown. Fig. J parts description see below: J-I Cutter ToothJ-2 Guard Tooth2. Remove the battery pack from you hedge trimmer.3. Clamp the blade assembly in a vise and le the exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth. Remove as little material as possible.4. Remove the hedge trimmer from the vise and adjust the unsharpened blade exposed. Repeat the above procedures until all the blade teeth sharpened. NOTICE: Do not operate your hedge trimmer with dull or damaged cutting blades. This may cause overload and will give unsatisfactory cutting results.

LUBRICATING THE BLADE

For best operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge trimmer blade with light weight machine oil before and after each use. Remove the battery pack and lay the trimmer onto a at surface. Apply the oil along the edge of the top blade as Fig. J shown. NOTICE: For extended using period, oil the blade during cutting operation.

WARNING: Do not oil while the hedge trimmer is

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

◾ Always place the blade guard on the blade before storing or transporting the hedge trimmer. Use caution to avoid the sharp teeth of the blade. ◾ Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. ◾ Store the hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is inaccessible to children.56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER — HT2400E10

◾ Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and deicing salts.

WARNING: Blades are sharp. When handling the

blade assembly, wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves. Do not place your hand or ngers between blades or in any position where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER touch blades or service the unit with battery pack installed. Protecting the environment Do not dispose of electrical equipment, battery charger and batteries/ rechargeable batteries into household waste! According to the European law 2012/19/EU, electrical and electronic equipment that is no longer usable,and according to the European law 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landlls or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER — HT2400E

TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIONHedge trimmer doesn’t work ◾ The battery pack is not attached to the hedge trimmer. ◾ Attach the battery pack to the hedge trimmer. ◾ No electrical contact between the trimmer and battery ◾ Remove battery, check contacts and reinstall the battery pac

◾ The battery pack is depleted. ◾ Charge the battery pack. ◾ The battery pack is too hot. ◾ Remove the battery pack from the tool and allow it to cool until the temperature drops below 67°C. ◾ The hedge trimmer is too hot. ◾ Release both switch levers; allow the trimmer to cool until the temperature drops below 77°C. ◾ The two switch levers are not depressed simultaneously. ◾ Depress the switch levers on the front and rear handle simultaneously. ◾ The blade is jammed. ◾ Remove the battery pack from the tool, remove the obstruction carefully, then reinsert the battery and restart the tool.Excessive vibration or noise ◾ Dry or corroded blades. ◾ Lubricate the blades, following the section “LUBRICATING THE BLADE” in this manual. ◾ Blades or blade support is bent. ◾ Replace with a new blade or support. Contact EGO service center for blade or support replacement service. ◾ Bent or damaged teeth. ◾ Replace with a new blade. Contact EGO service center for blade replacement service. ◾ Loose blade bolts. ◾ Tighten the blade bolts. Using a wrench, turn the bolt clockwise to tighten. WARRANTY

Please visit the website egopowerplus.com for full terms and conditions of the EGO Warranty policy.12 KABELLOSE HECKENSCHERE 56 VOLT — HT2400E

ALGEMENE VEILIGHEIDSWAARSCHUWINGEN

SIKKERHET I ARBEIDSOMRÅDET

POLITYKA GWARANCYJNA EGO

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