POWEG40100 - Hedge trimmers PowerPlus - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL POWEG40100 PowerPlus

POWEG40100 1 APPLICATION The hedge trimmer should only be used for trimming hedges, bushes and shrubs. Other use of the trimmer, not included in this manual, could damage the trimmer or seriously injure the operator and is therefore expressively excluded from the application range. WARNING! Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance, for your own safety. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions. 2 DESCRIPTION

8. Safety blade cover

Remove all packing materials Remove remaining packaging and transit supports (if existing) Check the completeness of the packing content Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for transportation damages. Keep the packaging materials as far as possible till the end of the warranty period. Dispose it into your local waste disposal system afterwards. WARNING Packing materials are no toys! Children must not play with plastic bags! Danger of suffocation! Hedge trimmer Safety blade cover Manual When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.POWEG40100 EN Copyright © 2022 VARO P a g e | 3 www.varo.com 4 SYMBOLS In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used: Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool. Never operate the machine in the rain or in damp or wet condition. Moisture is a shock hazard.

Read instructions carefully Keep hands away from blades, Don’t touch the blades when starting or while operating the unit.

Wear safety glasses and ear protection

Remove the plug from the mains Wearing of protective shoes advised

Wear gloves Class II - The machine is double insulated; Earthing wire is therefore not necessary

Electrical products must not be disposed with the domestic waste.

5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire 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 .

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

5.2 Electrical safety

Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. 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. Unmodified 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.POWEG40100 EN Copyright © 2022 VARO P a g e | 4 www.varo.com 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.

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 influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used whenever conditions require will reduce personal injuries. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in 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 jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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 these devices can reduce dust related hazards.

5.4 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 safer 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 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 sticking of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s 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 stick and are easier to control. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from intended could lead to a hazardous situation.

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

6 SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS

The Hedge Trimmer must not be used by anyone under the age of 16.POWEG40100 EN Copyright © 2022 VARO P a g e | 5 www.varo.com Keep children, other people and pets away from the trimmer. Always dress properly. Don’t 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 protective hair covering to contain long hair. Use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. Do not use the trimmer if the cutting device is not secured properly or is damaged. Before starting the trimmer, make sure that the cutting blade is not touching stones or debris. When the trimmer is in operation, keep the cutting section away from all parts of the body. Do not cut against hard objects. This could cause injury or damage the trimmer. Only cut during broad daylight or with corresponding artificial light. Don’t abuse cord, never carry hedge trimmer by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. When the trimmer is not in use, store it in a dry place so that the blade is not exposed and out of the reach of children. The main voltage must correspond to the one marked on the technical data plate. Do not use other sources of power. Never use the trimmer when it is raining. Try to prevent it from getting wet or being exposed to humidity. Do not leave it outside overnight. Do not cut damp or wet grass. The power supply cable should be checked regularly. Before each use, make sure cable is not damaged or worn. If the cable is not in good condition, do not use the trimmer. Take it to an authorized service center for proper repair. Only use an extension cord which is suitable for outdoor work. Keep it away from the cutting area, damp, wet or oily surfaces, or sharp edges. Keep away from heat and fuels. Avoid unintentional starting. Don’t carry plugged in hedge trimmer with fingers on both switches. Be sure switch is off when plugging in. Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure trimmer switch is off when clearing jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the hedge trimmer. CAUTION: Blades coast after turn off. Don’t force hedge trimmer, it will do the job better and with less likelihood of risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed. Stay alert, watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate hedge trimmer when you are tired. Maintain hedge trimmer with care, keep cutting blades sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect extension cord periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. 7 ASSEMBLY

7.1 Mounting the safety protection guard

Push the supplied safety protection guard (5) over the blades and fix securely with each screw on both sides of the housing.POWEG40100 EN Copyright © 2022 VARO P a g e | 6 www.varo.com 8 OPERATION

8.1 Starting the machine

Switching on: Press the front handle (3) and the switch (2) of the rear handle with both hands at the same time. Switching off: release any one of the switch (3) or (2 ). The electronic blade brake makes the blades stop immediately within < 1 sec. the small flash in the area of the upper ventilation slots is normal and does not harm to you or the machine.

Before you start your work, select branches with a diameter not bigger than 16mm and cut them with a pruning shear. A trapezoidal cut corresponds to the natural, growth of plants and results in optimal hedge growing. First cut the sides from the bottom to the top. Cut the upper part giving it the shape you prefer, in a straight horizontal form, roof-like or rounded. The safety blade has laterally rounded and staggered cutting teeth to reduce danger of injury. The additional shock protection avoids inconvenient kickback when the blades come into contact with walls, fences etc. If the blades are jammed or blocked by obstacles, switch the motor off immediately, pull the plug, and then remove the object jamming the blades. Caution! Metal obstacles like fences etc. may damaged the cutting blades. Always make sure to keep the extension cord behind your back and to start cutting the hedge at the point nearest to the supply socked. Therefore plan your working direction before staring.

To prevent the power cord from disconnecting from the hedge trimmer, loop the cord around the recessed hook and pull gently to tighten.

9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Warning! Before performing any work on the equipment, pull the power plug. Check your machine regularly before starting the work. Damaged cutting blades have to be repaired or exchanged by a qualified service man before working with the machine After each cutting operation, clean the cutting blade with a soft brush and cloth with lubricating fluid oil and spray a thin layer of fluid protective oil on the completes blade. Always keep the ventilation slots in motor housing clean Never clean or spray a machine with water .clean the motor housing only with a moist cloth and never apply detergents or solvents! These could ruin the plastic parts of the machine ,Finally, dry the motor housing carefully. Stock the machine with the knife protection. Only use original accessories and spare parts.POWEG40100 EN Copyright © 2022 VARO P a g e | 7 www.varo.com 10 TECHNICAL DATA Type

11 NOISE Noise values measured according to relevant standard. (K=3) Acoustic pressure level LpA

ATTENTION! Wear hearing protection when sound pressure is over 85 dB(A). aw (Vibration)

12 SERVICE DEPARTMENT Damaged switches must be replaced by our after-sales service department. If the connecting cable (or mains plug) is damaged, it must be replaced by a particular connecting cable which is available from our service department. Replacement of the connecting cable must only be carried out by our service department (see last page) or by a qualified person (qualified electrician).POWEG40100 EN Copyright © 2022 VARO P a g e | 8 www.varo.com 13 STORAGE Thoroughly clean the whole machine and its accessories. Store it out of the reach of children, in a stable and secure position, in a cool and dry place, avoid too high and too low temperatures. Protect it from exposure to direct sunlight. Keep it in the dark, if possible. Don’t keep it in plastic bags to avoid humidity build-up. 14 WARRANTY This product is warranted as provided by law for a 24 months period effective from the date of purchase by the first user. This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers, defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation. Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the warranty provisions. We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the tool. Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus tools. You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90. Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise in writing. At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the result of negligent maintenance or overload. Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike, erroneus net voltage. This list is not exhaustive. Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement. Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of Varo NV. We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon brushes serviced regularly, etc.). Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase. Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state, (in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of purchase. 15 ENVIRONMENT Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not discard it with the household rubbish but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. Waste produced by electrical machine items should not be handled like normal household rubbish. Please recycle where recycle facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.POWEG40100 EN Copyright © 2022 VARO P a g e | 9 www.varo.com

16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

VARO – Vic. Van Rompuy N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, Product: Hedge Trimmer 550 W Trade mark: PowerPlus Model: POWEG40100 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration. European Directives (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature); 2011/65/EU 2006/42/EC 2014/30/EU 2000/14/EC Annex V LwA Measured 98dB(A) Guaranteed 103dB(A) European harmonized standards (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature); EN62841-1 : 2015 EN62841-4-2 : 2019

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