HT 3645 - Hedge trimmers SOLO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HT 3645 SOLO

Technical line drawing of two hedges (no text or symbols present)

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Nederlands 32

Français....46

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© 2024

AL-KO KOBER GROUP Kötz, Germany

This documentation or excerpts therefrom may not be reproduced or disclosed to third parties without the express permission of the AL-KO KOBER GROUP.

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02 ① ② ③ ④ ⑦ ⑥

03 ③ POWER ECO ④ ② ①

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05 a b 1 2 3 CLICK

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	HT 3645 HT 3660
	127741 127734
	450 mm 600 mm
	30 mm
	3,6 kg 3,8 kg
	Power-Mode: 5400 min ^-1 ECO-Mode: 4300 min ^-1
	DIN EN ISO 3744 L_pA = 82,9 dB(A), K= ± 3 dB(A) L_wA = 90,9 dB(A), K= ± 3 dB(A)
	DIN EN 28662-1 ≤ 2,5 m/s^2, K= ± 1,5 m/s^2

1 About these operating instructions...... 19

1.1 Symbols on the title page 19

1.2 Legends and signal words...... 20

2 Product description 20

2.1 Intended use.... 20

2.2 Possible foreseeable misuse.... 20

2.3 Safety and protective devices...... 20

2.4 Symbols on the appliance.... 20

2.4.1 Safety signs.... 20

2.4.2 Operating signs 21

2.5 Product overview (01 - 03)...... 21

2.6 Scope of supply (04).... 21

2.7 Optional accessories 21

3 Safety instructions.... 22

3.1 General Power Tool Safety Warnings 22

3.1.1 Work area safety 22

3.1.2 Electrical safety 22

3.1.3 Personal safety.... 22

3.1.4 Power tool use and care.... 22

3.1.5 Battery tool use and care 23

3.1.6 Service 23

3.2 Hedge trimmer safety warnings...... 23

3.3 Vibration load.... 24

3.4 Noise pollution 25

3.5 Safety notes for rechargeable battery and charger.... 25

3.6 Safety instructions relating to operation 25

4 Start-up 25

4.1 Charging the rechargeable battery .... 25

4.2 Fitting and removing the battery (05). 26

5 Operation 26

5.1 Putting on the battery belt system*.... 26

5.2 Switching the hedge trimmer ON and OFF (06) 26

5.3 ECO mode function (02).... 26

5.4 Turning the rear handle (07)...... 26

5.5 Wall bracket (08).... 26

5.6 Clearing blockages of the cutting blade 26

6 Working behaviour and working technique (09) 27

7 Maintenance and care 27

7.1 Lubricating the gearbox (10) ...... 27

8 Help in case of malfunction 27

9 Transport 29

10 Storage.... 29

10.1 Storing the appliance 29

11 Disposal.... 29

12 After-Sales/Service.... 30

13 Information on the Declaration of Confor- mity .... 30

14 Warranty.... 30

1 ABOUT THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The German version is the original operating instructions. All additional language versions are translations of the original operating instructions.
- Keep these operating instructions in a safe place at all times so that they can be consulted if you need any information about the appliance.
■ Only pass on the appliance to other persons together with these operating instructions.
■ Comply with the safety and warning information in these operating instructions.

1.1 Symbols on the title page

Symbol Meaning

It is essential to read through these operating instructions carefully before start-up. This is essential for safe working and trouble-free handling.

Operating instructions

Symbol Meaning

Handle Li-Ion rechargeable batteries with care! In particular, observe the notes on transport, storage and disposal in these operating instructions!

1.2 Legends and signal words

⚠️ DANGER! Denotes an imminently dangerous situation which will result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided.
WARNING! Denotes a potentially dangerous situation which can result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided.
CAUTION! Denotes a potentially dangerous situation which can result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.

IMPORTANT! Denotes a situation which can result in material damage if not avoided.

NOTE Special instructions for ease of understanding and handling.

2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

These operating instructions describe a hand-guided cordless hedge trimmer.

All batteries (Bxxx Li) and chargers (Cxxx Li) from the AL-KO 36V system can be used.

IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance and battery. If the appliance is operated with an unsuitable battery, both the device and the battery may be damaged.

■ Only operate the appliance with the specified rechargeable battery.

i NOTE Further information can be found in the operating instructions for the batteries and chargers from the AL-KO 36V system:

■ Batteries: Doc. No. 441630, 443549

■ Chargers: Doc. No. 441633, 443551

2.1 Intended use

This hedge trimmer is intended exclusively for trimming hedges, shrubs and bushes.

The hedge trimmer may only be used with the defined OEM accessories (see chapter 2.7 "Optional accessories", page 21).

Any other forms of use and unauthorised conversions or modifications are regarded as contrary to

the intended use and will result in voiding of the warranty as well as loss of conformity; the manufacturer will thus decline any responsibility for damage and/or injury suffered by the user or third parties.

2.2 Possible foreseeable misuse

The safety devices must not be dismantled or bypassed, e.g. by tying the safety switches to the handles.
- Do not use the appliance in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
■ Do not use the appliance in rainy weather.
- Do not use the appliance for trimming wet hedges and bushes.

The tool is designed neither for commercial use in public parks and sports facilities, nor for use in farming and forestry.

2.3 Safety and protective devices

WARNING! Risk of injury. Defective and disabled safety and protective devices can result in serious injury.

■ Have any defective safety and protective devices repaired.
■ Never disable safety and protective devices.

2.4 Symbols on the appliance

2.4.1 Safety signs

Symbol Meaning

Read the operating instructions before starting operation!

Wear eye protection!

Protect the appliance from rain and moisture!

Wear ear protection!

Wear a face mask!

Symbol Meaning

Keep your hands away from the cutting blades!

2.4.2 Operating signs

Symbol Meaning

Switch between ECO and Power mode.

2.5 Product overview (01 - 03)

Hedge trimmer (01, 02)

No. Component

1 Rear handle with gripping surface

2 Safety switch on the rear handle

3 ON/OFF button

4 Battery charge status indicators

5 Battery slot

6 Release button for turning movement

7 ECO mode button: Reduce the speed of the cutting blade

8 Front handle

9 Safety switch on the front handle

10 Hand guard

11 Trimmings collector*

12 Cutting blade

13 Protective cover for cutting blade

14 Rechargeable battery*

15 Charger*

16 Operating instructions

*: Not included in the scope of supply.

Status of the indicator lights (03)

No. Component/display

1 ON/OFF button

No. Component/display

2 Fault indication

■ LED lights up red:

Material blocking the cutting blade. The LED goes out when the blockage is cleared.

■ Overheating of the hedge trim-mer or battery. The LED goes out when the hedge trimmer or battery has cooled down.

3 Power mode:

■ LED lights up green: Power mode is activated.

4 ECO mode:

■ LED lights up green: ECO mode is activated.

2.6 Scope of supply (04)

The items listed here are included in the standard scope of supply. Check that all items are present:

NOTE The rechargeable battery and the charging unit are not included.

No. Component

1 Cordless hedge trimmer

2 Protective cover for cutting blade

3 Operating instructions

2.7 Optional accessories

The following products can be purchased separately:

Product Item No.
AL-KO battery belt BBA 40 113786

solo by AL-KO battery belt	127573 +
BB 40 with battery adapter	127579

solo by AL-KO trimmings collector

3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below 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.

3.1.1 Work area safety

• 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 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.

3.1.2 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. 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.
■ 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.

3.1.3 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 influence 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 a 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 finger on the switch or energising 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 and clothing 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 dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

3.1.4 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 and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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 and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding 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 bind and are easier to control.
  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 different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

3.1.5 Battery tool use and care

■ Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
■ Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

• 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 fire.
  ■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
  Do not expose a battery pack to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
  ■ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the operating instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

3.1.6 Service

■ Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
■ Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

3.2 Hedge trimmer safety warnings

• Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
• Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting area. Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
  ■ Wear ear protection. Adequate protective equipment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.
  ■ Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the blade

may contact hidden wiring. Blades contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.

• Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Blades continue to move after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
  When clearing jammed material or servicing the hedge trimmer, make sure all power switches are off and the battery pack is removed or disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
• When clearing jammed material or servicing the hedge trimmer, make sure all power switches are off and the lock-off is in the locked position. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the blade stopped and taking care not to operate any power switch. Proper carrying of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from the blades.
• When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always use the blade cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.

3.3 Vibration load

■ Danger due to vibration

The actual magnitude of the vibration emissions during the use of the appliance may deviate from that stated by the manufacturer. Observe the following influencing factors before or during use:

Is the appliance being used as intended?
Is the material being cut or processed in the proper manner?
Is the appliance in a proper condition of use?
Is the cutting tool properly sharpened or is the correct cutting tool installed?

Are the handle grips and any optional vibration grips mounted, and are they firmly attached to the appliance?

■ Only operate the tool at the motor speed required for the respective work. Avoid using the maximum speed in order to reduce noise and vibrations.
The noise and vibrations of the tool may increase due to improper use and maintenance. This leads to health damage. In this case, immediately switch off the tool and have it repaired by an authorised service workshop.
The degree of stress due to vibration depends on the work to be performed or on the use of the tool. Estimate the stress and plan appropriate work breaks. This considerably reduces stress due to vibration over the entire working time.
■ Extensive use of the tool exposes the operator to vibrations, which can lead to circulatory issues ("white fingers"). To avoid this risk, wear gloves and keep your hands warm. If any symptoms of "white fingers" occur, immediately consult a physician. These symptoms include: Numbness, loss of feeling, tingling, itching, pain, reduced muscular strength, changes in the colour or condition of the skin. Normally these conditions affect the fingers, hands or pulse. The risk increases at low temperatures.
Take long breaks during your working day so you can recover from the noise and the vibrations. Plan your work in such a way that the use of appliances that generate strong vibrations is spread over several days.
If you notice an unpleasant sensation or discoloration of the skin on your hands when using the tool, stop work immediately. Take sufficient work breaks. Without sufficient breaks, a hand/arm vibration syndrome can occur.
- Minimise your risk of being exposed to vibrations. Maintain the tool according to the instructions in the operating instructions.
If the tool is used frequently, contact your dealer to purchase anti-vibration accessories (e.g. handles).
- Avoid working with the tool at temperatures below 10 °C. Define how the vibration load can be limited in a work plan.

3.4 Noise pollution

A certain level of noise exposure from this appliance is inevitable. Carry out noisy work at approved and specified time periods. Observe rest periods as necessary and restrict the duration of the work to a minimum. For your personal protection and protection of persons in the vicinity, appropriate hearing protection must be worn.

3.5 Safety notes for rechargeable battery and charger

Please observe the safety instructions for the battery and charger in the separate operating instructions:

Batteries: Doc. No. 441630, 443549
■ Chargers: Doc. No. 441633, 443551

3.6 Safety instructions relating to operation

WARNING! Risk due to electromagnetic field. This power tool produces an electromagnetic field during operation. Under certain circumstances, this field may impair active or passive medical implants.

In order to reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend that any persons fitted with medical implants should consult their doctor and the manufacturer of the medical implant before operating the power tool.
Note that the user is responsible for accidents and damage that may befall other persons or their property.
■ Use the appliance only for the purposes for which it is intended. Any non-intended use can lead to injury and property damage.
- Switch on the appliance only when there are no other persons or animals in the working area.
- Maintain a safe distance to persons or animals, or switch off the appliance if persons or animals approach.
Before cutting, check the hedges and bushes for concealed objects – e.g. wires, wire fences, electrical cables, garden equipment, bottles – and remove them.
- Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands if the trimmer has two handles.
■ Stand on the ground while working, not on a ladder or other unstable surface.
Before using the hedge trimmer, ensure that the locking devices of moving parts (e.g. of an extended shaft or swivel element) are locked.

■ Move and transport the appliance so that persons and animals cannot touch the cutting blade. Before transport, push the protective cover over the cutting blade.
■ During the work, do not hold the branches to be cut off.
■ Before removing jammed branches, switch off the appliance and wait until the cutting blade has come to a standstill.
■ Remove the rechargeable battery from the appliance and push the protective cover over the cutting blade for:

■ Inspection, adjusting and cleaning work
■ Working on the cutting blade
■ Leaving the appliance
Transport
Storage
■ Maintenance and repair work
Danger

4 START-UP

4.1 Charging the rechargeable battery

The battery and charger are not included. All batteries (Bxxx Li) and chargers (Cxxx Li) from the AL-KO 36V system can be used.

The rechargeable battery is partially charged. Fully charge the rechargeable battery before using it for the first time. The rechargeable battery can be charged in any charge status. Interrupting charging does not damage the rechargeable battery.

i NOTE Further information can be found in the operating instructions for the batteries and chargers from the AL-KO 36V system:

■ Batteries: Doc. No. 441630, 443549
■ Chargers: Doc. No. 441633, 443551

CAUTION! Danger of fire during

charging! Due to heating of the charger, there is a danger of fire if it is placed on an inflammable surface and is not adequately ventilated.

■ Always use the charger on a non-inflammable surface or in a non-combustible environment.
If available: Keep the ventilation slots free.

4.2 Fitting and removing the battery (05)

IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the rechargeable battery. If the rechargeable battery is left in the appliance after use, it may damage the rechargeable battery.

• Immediately after use, pull the rechargeable battery out of the appliance and store in a frost-protected area.
  ■ Only insert the rechargeable battery in the appliance immediately before starting work.

Installing the battery

1. Push the battery (05/1) into the battery slot (05/2) until it engages (05/a).

Removing the battery

1. Press and hold the release button (05/3) for the turning movement on the battery.
2. Pulling out the rechargeable battery (05/b).

5 OPERATION

WARNING! Risk of injury due to detaching appliance parts. Appliance parts detaching during operation can lead to serious injury.

■ Before turning the appliance on, check that all the parts of the appliance are firmly tightened.
■ Attach cutting tools so that they cannot detach during operation.

5.1 Putting on the battery belt system\*

Proceed as described in the quick-start guide of your battery belt system:

1. Put on the battery belt system*.
2. Place the battery* into the belt system until it engages.
   *: not included in the scope of supply.

5.2 Switching the hedge trimmer ON and OFF (06)

Switching on the hedge trimmer

1. Stand securely.
2. Hold the front handle (06/1) with one hand and the rear handle (06/2) with the other hand.
3. Press the ON/OFF button (06/3).
   Note: The appliance switches off automatically when the battery is flat or if the appliance is not used for 5 minutes.
4. Press the safety switch (06/4) on the front handle (06/a), then press the safety switch

(06/5) on the rear handle (06/b).

Note: The safety switches must be pressed within one minute.

The appliance starts.
■ The LED (03/3) lights up green.

1. Hold both safety switches pressed while working.

Switching off the hedge trimmer

1. Release one of the safety switches (06/4, 06/5).

5.3 ECO mode function (02)

The ECO mode function allows you to reduce the speed of the cutting blade. This prolongs the operating time of the battery.

1. Press ECO mode button (02/7).
2. Press the button again to deactivate ECO mode.

If the appliance is switched off and then switched on again, it starts with the previously selected setting.

5.4 Turning the rear handle (07)

Turning the handle

1. Pull release button (07/1) for the turning movement back (07/a).
2. Turn the handle (07/2) to the left or right by 90° or 45° (07/b) until it engages.
3. Release the button for the turning movement.

Turning the handle back

1. Pull release button (07/1) for the turning movement back (07/a).
2. Turn the handle (07/2) back to the initial position until it engages (07/b).
3. Release the button for the turning movement.

5.5 Wall bracket (08)

The protective cover (08/1) for the cutting blade has two hanging holes (08/2). These allow the hedge trimmer to be hung up with the protective cover on a vertical surface, e.g. wall or board. Screw in the screws only far enough that the protective cover and hedge trimmer can be easily removed and replaced.

5.6 Clearing blockages of the cutting blade

WARNING! Danger of cuts and lacerations. Danger of cuts and lacerations when reaching into the cutting blade.

■ Always switch off the appliance and remove the battery before clearing blockages!

1. Switch off the hedge trimmer and remove the battery (see chapter 5.2 "Switching the hedge trimmer ON and OFF (06)", page 26).
2. Clear the blockage (e.g branch).
3. Wait for around 5 seconds.
4. Insert the battery again and switch on the hedge trimmer.

6 WORKING BEHAVIOUR AND WORKING TECHNIQUE (09)

WARNING! Increased risk of falling.

There is a greater risk of falling if work is carried out from an elevated position (e.g. ladder).

■ always work with the appliance from the ground and make sure that you are standing securely.
■ Heed the safety instructions.

- Trim the hedge regularly and only at the permitted times.

- Cut off only the thin branches and new growth on the surface of the hedge; do not cut too deep.

■ Always cut the two sides of a hedge first, then the top. This prevents cut material from falling into areas that you have not yet trimmed.

Hedges should always be trimmed into a trapezoidal shape (tapering toward the top). This prevents the leaves on the lower branches from being shaded out (09).

■ Make sure the motor has stopped before removing any cuttings.

■ When leaving/transporting the appliance:

■ Switch off the appliance.
Fit the protective cover.
■ Remove the battery.

■ After use, remove the battery and check the appliance for damage.

7 MAINTENANCE AND CARE

WARNING! Danger of cuts and lacera-

tions. Danger of cuts and lacerations when reaching into sharp-edged, moving appliance parts and into cutting tools.

Before maintenance, care and cleaning work, always switch off the appliance. Remove the rechargeable battery.
■ Always wear protective gloves during maintenance, care and cleaning work.

i NOTE Repair work is only allowed to be carried out by expert workshops or our service centres.

• Do not expose the machine to rain or moisture.
  ■ After each use, clean the housing and cutting blades with a brush or cloth. Do not use water and/or aggressive cleaning agents or solvents - risk of corrosion and damage to the plastic parts.
  ■ After every use, remove the rechargeable battery and inspect the appliance for damage.
  ■ Clean the cutting blade and spray with corrosion protection oil.
• Regularly check the cutting blade. Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres in the event of:
  ■ Defective cutting blade
  Blunt cutting blade
  Excessive wear

- Inspect all bolts for tightness.

- Inspect the electrical contacts of the appliance for corrosion, clean with a fine wire brush if necessary and then spray with a contact spray.

7.1 Lubricating the gearbox (10)

Lubricate the gearbox after approx. 25 operating hours.

1. Unscrew the plug (10/1) on the underside of the hedge trimmer (10/2) from the filler neck (10/3) (10/a).
2. If no grease is visible on the plug, push the grease tube (10/4) into the filler neck (10/3) (10/b).
3. Press up to 5 g of gearbox grease into the gearbox housing. Note: Do not fill the gearbox housing completely!
4. Screw the plug firmly into the filler neck again.

8 HELP IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION

CAUTION! Risk of injury. Sharp-edged and moving appliance parts can lead to injury.

■ Always wear protective gloves during maintenance, care and cleaning work!

NOTE For malfunctions that are not listed in this table or that you cannot resolve yourself, please contact our customer service.

Malfunction Cause Remedy
Motor does not start. Battery	is flat. Charge the battery.
	Battery missing or not inserted correctly.	Install the battery correctly.
	Power supply is interrupted.	1. Remove the battery.2. Clean the plug contacts of the appliance.
	The motor protection switch has switched off the motor due to overload.	Wait until the motor protection switch enables the motor again.
Motor keeps cutting out.	■ Appliance fault■ A switch or button is defective.	Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
Cutting blade gets hot. Smoke development.	No oil on the cutting blade.	1. Switch off the appliance and remove the battery.2. Clean and oil the cutting blade.3. Install the battery again.
	■ Cutting blade is blunt.■ Nicks in the cutting blade.	Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
Branches are not cut off cleanly. Branches often jam in the cutting blade.	Cutting blade is blunt. Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
	Sliding play of the cutting blade is too large.	Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
Motor running, but the cutting blade does not move.	Appliance fault Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
Appliance vibrates unusually.	Appliance fault Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
Battery operating time drops significantly.	The service life of the battery has expired.	Replace the battery.Use only genuine accessories from the manufacturer.
Battery cannot be charged.	Battery contacts are soiled.	Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
	Battery or charger is defective.	Order replacement parts. Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.
	Battery is too hot. Allow the battery to cool down.

9 TRANSPORT

Before transporting, carry out the following measures:

1. Switch off the tool.
2. Remove the rechargeable battery from the appliance.
3. Attach all protective covers.
4. Pack the battery properly.

NOTE The nominal energy of the rechargeable battery is more than 100 Wh. Therefore, observe the following transport instructions.

The Li-ion rechargeable battery contained in the appliance is subject to the hazardous goods law, but can be transported under simplified conditions:

The rechargeable battery can be transported on public roads by the private user without further conditions provided it is packaged for retail sale and the transport serves personal purposes.
■ Commercial users who carry out the transport in connection with their main activity (e.g. delivery from and to building sites, or demonstrations) can also take advantage of this simplification.

In both cases, it is essential to take the mandatory precautions mentioned above to prevent any leakage of the contents. In other cases, it is essential to comply with the regulations of the hazardous goods law. In the case of non-compliance, severe penalties can be imposed on the sender and possibly the transporter.

Additional notes on transport and shipment

■ Only transport or send the li-ion rechargeable battery in an undamaged condition.
For transporting the rechargeable battery, only use the original cardboard box or a suitable hazardous goods cardboard box (not required for rechargeable batteries with a nominal energy less than 100 Wh).
■ Tape off exposed rechargeable battery contacts to avoid a short circuit.
- Secure the rechargeable battery against shifting in the packaging to avoid damage to the rechargeable battery.
■ Ensure the correct marking and documentation of the shipment for transport or shipping (e.g. by parcel service or freight forwarding).

- Check in advance that transport with the selected service provider is possible and indicate the shipment.

We recommend involving a hazardous goods specialist in preparation of the shipment. Also heed any further national regulations.

10 STORAGE

10.1 Storing the appliance

Thoroughly clean the appliance and its accessories after each use and – if present – attach all covers.
■ Store the appliance in a dry place protected against frost.
- Keep out of the reach of children and unauthorised persons.

Carry out the following jobs before intervals in work lasting longer than 30 days:

■ Clean the cutting blade and spray with corrosion protection oil.
■ Clean the appliance thoroughly and store in a dry place.

11 DISPOSAL

Information on the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act

Electrical and electronic appliances do not belong in household waste, but should be collected and disposed of separately!

■ Used batteries or rechargeable batteries that are not installed permanently in the old appliance must be removed before disposal. Their disposal is regulated by the battery law.
- Owners or users of electrical and electronic appliances are obliged by law to return them after use.
■ The end user bears personal responsibility for deleting his personal data from the old appliance to be disposed of.

The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin means that electrical and electronic appliances may not be disposed of in the household rubbish.

Electrical and electronic appliances can be handed in at the following places at no charge:

■ Public service disposal or collection points (e.g. municipal building yards)

■ Points of sale of electrical appliances (stationary and online) if dealers are obliged to take them back or offer this voluntarily.

These statements only apply to appliances that are installed and sold in the countries of the European Union and are subject to European Directive 2012/19/EU. Different provisions may apply to the disposal of electrical and electronic appliances in countries outside the European Union.

Information on the German Battery Act (BattG)

Used batteries and rechargeable batteries do not belong in household waste, but should be collected and disposed of separately.

For safe removal of batteries or rechargeable batteries from the electrical appliance and for information on their type or chemical system, follow the further information within the operating or installation instructions.
- Owners or users of batteries and rechargeable batteries are obliged by law to return them after use. Return is limited to the handover of customary household quantities.

Used batteries can contain harmful substances or heavy metals that can cause damage to the environment and human health. Reuse of the used batteries and use of the resources contained therein contributes to the protection of these two essential commodities.

12 AFTER-SALES/SERVICE

In the event of questions of warranty, repair or spare parts, please contact your nearest AL-KO Service Centre. These can be found on the Internet at:

www.alko-garden.com/service-contacts

Further information on spare parts can be found at:

www.alko-garden.com/spareparts

The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin means that batteries and rechargeable batteries may not be disposed of in household rubbish.

In addition, if the symbol Hg, Cd or Pb appears under the rubbish bin, this stands for the following:

■ Hg: Battery contains more than 0.0005 % mercury
Cd: Battery contains more than 0.002 % cadmium
■ Pb: Battery contains more than 0.004 % lead

Rechargeable batteries and batteries can be handed in at the following places at no charge:

■ Public service disposal or collection points (e.g. municipal building yards)
■ Points of sale of batteries and rechargeable batteries
■ Disposal points of the common take-back system for the used batteries of appliances
■ Disposal point of the manufacturer (if not a member of the common take-back system)

These statements apply only to rechargeable batteries and batteries that are sold in the countries of the European Union and that are subject to European Directive 2006/66/EU. Different provisions can apply to the disposal of rechargeable batteries and batteries in countries outside the European Union.

13 INFORMATION ON THE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We hereby declare, as the exclusively responsible party, that this product in its marketed form meets the requirements of the harmonised EU Directives, EU safety standards and the product-specific standards. The Declaration of Conformity forms part of the operating instructions and is included with the machine.

14 WARRANTY

We will remedy any material or manufacturing defects discovered in the device during the statutory period of limitation for claims for defects by repair or replacement at our discretion. The period of limitation is determined in each case by the law of the country in which the device was purchased.

Our warranty promise applies only if:

■ These operating instructions are observed
■ The device is handled correctly
■ Original spare parts have been used

The warranty becomes void in the case of:

■ Unauthorised repair attempts
■ Unauthorised technical modifications
■ Use for other than the intended purpose

The warranty does not include:

■ Paint damage attributable to normal wear
■ Wear parts that are marked with a box xxxxxx (x) on the spare parts card

The warranty period commences with the purchase by the first end user. The date on the proof of purchase is decisive. In the event of a warranty claim, please contact your dealer or the nearest authorised customer service centre with this declaration and the original proof of purchase. This declaration does not affect the purchaser's statutory claims for defects against the vendor.

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