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USER MANUAL WHT20V WESTINGHOUSE

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22 in. Cordless Hedge Trimmer2

All rights reserved. No reproduction allowed in any form without written permission from Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment. DANGER Read this manual before using or performing maintenance on this product. Failure to follow the instructions and safety pre- cautions in this manual can result in serious in- jury or death. UPDATES The latest User Manual for your Westinghouse products can be found under our support tab. wpowereq.com/ pages/manuals Or scan the following QR code with your smartphone camera to be directed to the link. PRODUCT REGISTRATION For trouble-free warranty coverage, it is important to register your Westing- house product. You can register by: z Completing and mailing the product registration card included in the carton. z Registering your product on-line at: wpowereq.com/ pages/warranty-registration z Scanning the above QR code with your smartphone cam- era to be directed to the mobile registration link. For Your Records Date of Purchase: Model Number: Serial Number: Place of Purchase: z Sending the following product information to: Westinghouse Outdoor Power Warranty registration 777 Manor Park Drive Columbus, OH 43228 IMPORTANT: Keep your purchase receipt for trouble-free warranty coverage.English

INTRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS DC Voltage .................................................................................................................................................................. 20V No Load Speed..................................................................................................................................................2600 RPM Weight ........................................................................................................................................................5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) NOTICE This product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures above 23°F (–5°C). If needed, this product can be operated in extremely hot or extremely cold temperatures for short periods. If the product is exposed to extreme temperatures during storage, it should be brought back within the optimal tempera- ture range before operation. NOTICE Thank you for choosing Westinghouse! PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON.If you have a question or experience a problem with your Westinghouse purchase, call us at 1-855-944-3571 to speak with an agent.RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. HAVE QUESTIONS? Email us at [e-mail] or call 1-855-944-3571 NOTICE This product is designed for optimal compatibility with the Westinghouse batteries and chargers listed below. Use with any other batteries or chargers not listed below may result in serious personal injury or death.Model Motor Westinghouse Battery Pack Westinghouse ChargerWHT 20V / WHTT 20V 20V DCW20V2AHW20V4AHW20V5AHW20V2AMPW20V2DP4

English SAFETY DEFINITIONS The words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE are used throughout this manual to highlight important information. Be sure that the meanings of this safety information is known to all who op-erate, perform maintenance on, or are near the trimmer. DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moder- ate injury. NOTICE Indicates a situation which can cause dam- age to the trimmer, personal property, and/or the envi- ronment, or cause the equipment to operate improp- erly. NOTE: Indicates a procedure, practice or condition that should be followed for the trimmer to function in the manner intended. SAFETY SYMBOLS Follow all safety information contained in this user manual as well as the information on the product labeling. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Safety Alert Symbol. Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.Read User Manual. To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand user manual before using this product.Keep all bystanders 50 ft. away.Wear Eye Protection. Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property damage.Wet Conditions Alert. Do not expose the battery pack, battery compartment, or electronic compo-nents to water or rain.Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling the blades.Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment. Hertz

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INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions list- ed below and on the machine may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury. z For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using this product. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed can result in serious personal injury. z Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit. z Inspect the work area before each use. Remove all objects that can be thrown or become entangled in the machine. z Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. z Use Safety Glasses – Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. z Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the op- eration is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. z Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do not wear short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind. z Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entan- glement in moving parts. z Keep children away – Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away. z Stay alert – Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. z Do not operate in poor lighting. z Keep all body parts away from any moving part on this unit. z 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. z Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. z Avoid Dangerous Environments – Don’t expose the hedge trimmer to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the hedge trimmer will increase the risk of electric shock. z Use Right Appliance – Do not force the tool. Use the cor- rect tool for your application. The correct tool will operate better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. z Don’t Force Appliance – It will operate better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed. z Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces. z Do not overreach – Keep rm footing and balance. Over- reaching can result in a loss of balance. z Avoid accidental starting – Be sure the switch trigger is in the locked or off position before inserting the battery pack. Carrying tools with your nger on the switch trigger or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on increases the risk of injury. z Do not use the tool if the switch trigger does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch trigger is dangerous and must be repaired. z Disconnect battery pack – Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before servicing or changing accessories. Preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. z Only use identical replacement parts and accessories from the manufacturer. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. z Maintain appliance with care – Do not use the hedge trimmer if it is cracked, chipped, or damaged. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. z Inspect for damaged parts – Before use of the tool, any part that is damaged should be carefully inspected to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Inspect for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect the operation. z Be sure all guards, straps, deectors and handles are attached securely. z Never operate the unit without the guard in place and in good condition. z Maintain a rm grip on both handles while trimming. z Store idle appliances indoors – When not in use, the hedge trimmer should be stored in a dry, locked place out of the reach of children. z Inspect the area to be cut. Remove objects that can be thrown or become entangled in the blade. z Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid over-heating the motor. Clean after each use.6

English z Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, stop the motor. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop, and remove the battery pack. z Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off the product and do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product’s electronic components and/or battery compartment and damage electronic components and/or the battery pack, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of re, and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally. z Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use. Only carry the unit when the motor is stopped and blade sheath on the unit. z Store out of the reach of children. z Do not hang the unit where the switch trigger is depressed. z Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using the bat- tery tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or serious personal injury. z Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact occurs, ush skin with water. If liquid contacts eyes, seek medical attention. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. z Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury. z Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to re or excessive temperature. Exposure to re or temperature above 265°F may cause explosion. z Do not charge the battery tool in rain, or damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock. z Do not use battery-operated appliances in rain. z Remove or disconnect the battery when not charging, and before servicing, cleaning, removing material from the appliance, or storing. z Only use the battery pack with the charger listed. SAFETY z Do not dispose of the batteries in a re. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. z Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed. z Do not place battery tools or their batteries near re or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury. z Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ig- nition. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of an open ame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, ush with water immediately. z Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery pack immediately. z Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash skin immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, ush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. z Recharge the battery pack only with the charger specied by the manufacturer. z Use the hedge trimmer only with specically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and re. z When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. z Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specied range may damage the battery and increase the risk of re. z Have service performed by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement parts. z Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care. z Retain these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct anyone who may use this power tool.English

See Figure 1. To reduce the risk of personal injury and product failure, read and understand the information in this user manual and the information on the product labeling. BLADE SHEATH (A) Provides protection from the blade during transport and while the hedge trimmer is in storage. BLADE (B) Trims and shapens hedges and other shrubbery. GUARD (C) Provides protection from debris and contact with the trimming blade. FRONT HANDLE (D) Provides additional comfort and stability during use. LOCK-OUT BUTTON (E) Prevents the hedge trimmer from initiating operation accidentally. TOP HANDLE (F) Provides directional control and stability during use. BATTERY PACK HOUSING (G) Location of the battery pack for connection and disconnection to the unit. SWITCH TRIGGER (H) Initiates operation when squeezed in conjuction with holding the lock-out button. The switch trigger must be held throughout use or the hedge trimmer will not operate. Figure 18

WARNING This product requires assembly. Do not attempt to operate this product if any items in the IN- CLUDED LIST are already assembled when you remove the carton contents. These items are not assembled by the manufacturer and should require customer assembly. Using an improperly assembled product can be hazardous and could result in serious personal injury. z Carefully open the carton. z Remove and inspect the carton contents. Verify that all the items in the INCLUDED LIST are present and undamaged. z Recycle or dispose of the packaging materials properly. INCLUDED LIST: Hedge trimmer, blade sheath, and user manual. If any parts are missing, contact our service team at [e-mail] or call 1-855-944-3571. WARNING Do not alter or modify this product unless instructed otherwise in this manual or by the man- ufacturer. Do not use attachments or accessories that are not recommended for use with this product. Making unauthorized modications and using incompatible accessories can damage the unit and may void your warranty. WARNING Do not connect the hedge trimmer to the battery pack until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury. WARNING Always disconnect the battery pack from the hedge trimmer when assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use.

ATTACHING THE BATTERY PACK

z Insert the battery pack into the battery housing. z Be sure that the latches on each side of the battery pack lock into place. WARNING Remove the battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-out button when carrying or trans- porting the hedge trimmer.

REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

z Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and depress both sides to release the battery pack from the hedge trimmer. WARNING Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked with hands free of the lock-out button when not in use. Remove battery pack when transporting or carrying hedge trimmer to avoid accidental starting, which may result in serious injury.English

OPERATION WARNING Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Fail- ure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury. NOTICE Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, and caps. Tighten securely all fas- teners and caps and do not operate this product un- til all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service. WARNING To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-out button when carrying or transporting the tool.

STARTING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

z Install the battery pack. z Press and hold the lockout button. While holding the lockout button, squeeze the switch trigger. z To stop the hedge trimmer, release the switch trigger.

HOLDING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

z The unit has both a front and top handle. With the blade directed away from you, hold the unit by both handles. WARNING Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles. Never hold shrubs with one hand and operate the hedge trimmer with the other. Improper operation of the hedge trimmer may result in serious injury. OPERATING TIPS WARNING Never cut near electric cords or lines. If blade jams on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN BECOME ELEC- TRICALLY 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. Contact with the blade, other conductive parts of the hedge trimmer, or live elec-tric cords or lines will result in death by electrocution or serious in- jury. WARNING Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as cords, lights, wire, or loose string which can become entangled in the cutting blade and create a risk of serious personal injury. z Before starting the hedge trimmer, hold the unit with both hands with the cutting blades directed away from you. Always use the hedge trimmer properly. z Do not force the hedge trimmer through heavy shrubbery. This can cause the blades to bind and slow down. If the blades slow down, reduce the pace. z Do not try to cut stems or twigs that are larger than 3/4 in. thick, or those obviously too large to feed into the cutting blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning saw to trim large stems. z If blades do become jammed, stop the motor, allow the blades to stop and remove the battery pack before at-tempting to remove the obstruction. z If desired, use a string to help cut your hedge level. Determine the desired height of the hedge and stretch a piece of string along the hedge at this height. Trim the hedge just above this guide line of string. Trim the side of a hedge so that it will be slightly narrower at the top. More of the hedge will be exposed when shaped this way, and it will be more uniform. z Always hold hedge trimmer with both hands when oper- ating. Use a rm grip on the handles. The unit is used for cutting in either direction in a slow, sweeping action from side to side. z Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly growth. z When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping action, so that the stems are fed directly into the cutting blade. Older growth will have thicker stems and will be trimmed easiest by using a sawing movement.10

English MAINTENANCE WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect the battery pack from the hedge trimmer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in seri- ous personal injury or property damage. WARNING Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off your product and do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product’s electronic components and cause damage, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of re, and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally. NOTICE Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, and caps. Secure all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are re- placed. Please contact customer service. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of com- mercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, and grease. WARNING Do not let brake uids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or penetrating oils come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.

LUBRICATING THE BLADE

WARNING Always allow the blades of the hedge trimmer to come to a stop and remove the battery pack before lubricating. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury. NOTE: For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge trimmer blade before and after each use. z Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer. z Lay the hedge trimmer on a at surface. Apply light weight machine oil along the edge of the top blade. z Reinstall the battery pack and resume use.

CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

z Remove the battery pack. z Remove the blade sheath. z Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer, using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aro- matic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene. z Moisture can cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any moisture with a soft dry cloth. z Use a small brush or the air discharge of a small vacuum cleaner brush to clear dust or debris from the air vents on the motor housing.

STORING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

z Remove the battery pack. z Clean the trimmer. z Store the trimmer in a location that is inaccessible to children. z Keep away from corrosive agents.. z Place the blade sheath over the blade of the trimmer.English

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION

Trimmer will not start Battery pack not installed properly Check battery pack installation Battery pack not charged Check battery pack charging requirements Battery pack will not charge Surrounding air temperature too hot or too cold Move charger and tool to a surrounding air temperature of above 40 degree F (4.5°C) or below 105 degree F (+40.5°C). Charger not plugged in Plug charger into a working outlet. Check current at receptacle by plugging in another appliance. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights. Battery pack not inserted into charger Insert battery pack into charger until red LED appears12

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