HT504AC - Hedge trimmers Vonroc - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HT504AC Vonroc

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HEDGE TRIMMER HT504AC

Thank you for buying this VONROC product. By doing so you now have an excellent product, delivered by one of Europe's leading suppliers. All products delivered to you by VONROC are manufactured according to the highest standards of performance and safety. As part of our philosophy we also provide an excellent customer service, backed by our comprehensive warranty. We hope you will enjoy using this product for many years to come.

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the enclosed safety warnings, the additional safety warnings and the instructions. Failure to follow the safety warnings and the instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save the safety warnings and the instructions for future reference.

The following symbols are used in the user manual or on the product:

Read the user manual.

Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or damage to the tool in case of non-observance of the instructions in this manual.

Warning: Read manual.

Risk of flying objects. Keep bystanders away from the work area.

DANGER! Keep hands away from blade.

ve plug from mains if cable is damaged.

Wear safety goggles.

Sound power level.

not expose to rain.

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Do not dispose of the product in unsuitable containers.

The product is in accordance with the applicable safety standards in the European directives.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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

1) Work area safety

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

2) Electricalsafety

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

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3) Personalsafety

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such

as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards.
h) 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.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts

and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) 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.

5)Service

a) 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.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR HEDGE TRIMMER

• Keep the area you are working in clean and tidy.
• Always hold the trimmer properly. When operating us both hands.
• If you are using a means of support to raise yourself off the ground, ensure that it is stable and cannot topple over - do not overreach at any time.
• Do not use power tools in the rain or wet environments. Do not use power tools where there is a risk of fire or explosion - i.e. near flammable liquids or gases.
• Do not allow children into the area where you are working.
• Do not let children or other people touch power tools.
• Do not leave the power tool unattended.
• Store in a dry place well out of reach of children.
• Always use safety glasses and gloves. We also recommend the use of ear protectors.
• Wear the right clothes - not loose fitting or jewellery and ensure garments cannot come into contact with moving parts.

• If you have long hair, tie it back safely to avoid tangling it in moving parts.

• Before using any power tool, check first for damaged parts and if found do not use it before the part or parts have been replaced with new ones.

• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk.
• Do not use power tools when you are tired or have been drinking alcohol.
• Do not force the appliance - let it work at the rate for which it was intended.
• Do not overreach while working - you may lose your balance.
• Never use this appliance without the blade guard fitted. It must always remain fitted.
• Only use spare parts and attachments supplied by VONROC. Use of attachments other than those supplied or recommended by VONROC will invalidate your guarantee and could be dangerous.
• Only use this appliance for its intended purpose trimming hedges and bushes.
• Check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects, e.g. wire fences and hidden wiring.
• Use a residual current device with a tripping current of 30 mA or less.
• Hold the hedge trimmer with both hands if two handles are provided.
• The hedge trimmer is intended to be used by the operator at ground level and not on ladders or any other unstable support.
• Before operating the hedge trimmer, the user should make sure the locking device(s) of any moving elements (e.g. the extended shaft and pivoting element), if any, are in the locked position.

Above all be careful!

a) 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.
b) 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.

c) When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always fit the blade cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.

d) When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit, make sure all power switches are off and the power cord is disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.

e) Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Blades contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.

f) 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.

g) 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.

h) Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Have the trimmer repaired only by an authorised repairer.

i) Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting area at all times.

j) Always hold the trimmer at a safe distance from the body.

k) Always wear protective goggles.

I) Always wear gloves.

m) Only use the trimmer in daylight.

n) Ensure the ventilation openings are clear of debris at all times.

o) Ensure there are no people of animals within 5 metres of your trimming area.

2.MACHINEINFORMATION

Intended use

This hedge trimmer is only intended for cutting branches from shrubs, bushes, ornamental plants and hedges.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model No.	HT504AC
Rated voltage	230V~ 50Hz
Rated Power	550W
No load speed	1.700/min.
Cutting length	510mm

Cutting capacity 15mm

Blade length 550mm
Sound pressure level L_PA	91.1dB(A) K=3dB
Sound power level L_WA	102.1dB(A) K=2.08dB

Vibration value:

Front handle ah	4.6m/s2 K=1.5m/s2
Rear handle ah	3.7m/s2 K=1.5m/s2

Vibration level

The vibration emission level stated in this instruction manual has been measured in accordance with a standardized test given in EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-4-2; it may be used to compare one tool with another and as a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when using the tool for the applications mentioned.

• Using the tool for different applications, or with different or poorly maintained accessories, may significantly increase the exposure level.
• The times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may significantly reduce the exposure level.

Protect yourself against the effects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns.

DESCRIPTION

The numbers in the text refer to the diagrams on page 2-3.

1. Cuttingblade
2. Transport protection
3. Protectionguard
4. Safetyswitch
   5.0n/Offbutton
5. Cable strain relief

3.ASEMBLY

Using the cord grip (Fig. C)

To help secure the plug to the extension cord, make a loop in the extension cord and attach it to the cord grip as shown (see Fig. C). Once secure, attach the cord to the plug. This will prevent accidental 'pull-out'.

Note: We recommend the use of a heavy-duty outdoor extension cable.

4. OPERATION

Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.

Always use both hands to hold the hedge trimmer and keep it away from your own body.

Using your hedge trimmer

• For your own safety and for best results read the following user advice and do not use this product for anything other than its intended purpose.
• This hedge trimmer is made for cutting hedges and bushes. All other use that is not specifically allowed in this manual mat lead to manage to the hedge trimmer or injury to the user.

Plug in the power cord (Fig. C)

Insert the power plug into an extension cord and loop the extension cord through the strain relief (6) on the hedge trimmer.

Switching on and off (Fig. A)

• To switch the trimmer on, press the safety switch (4) and the start switch (5) at the same time.
• To switch off, release one or both switches.

Trimming a hedge - best method

• Apart from hedges the hedge trimmer may also be used for cutting bushes.
• The best cutting effect is achieved when holding the blade at an angle to the of approx. 15°.
• The opposite rotating knives cut on both sides, and it is therefore possible to trim the hedge in both directions.
• The side of the hedge are trimmed using curved shaped movements from the bottom and upwards.
• Ideally a hedge should be wider at the bottom than the top. This will improve light penetration, keeping the hedge healthy. If possible, trim both sides of the hedge.
• When trimming the sides of the hedge, trim from the bottom upwards. This will ensure there are no hedge trimmings obscuring or interfering with your cut strokes. The blade should not be forced to cut too deep. Cut lightly through the surface of the hedge.

- When trimming the top of the hedge, trim away from you but do not over-reach. It is much wiser and safer to move along and cut within your reach remaining on two feet at all times.

Safety transport

The hedge trimmer has a transport protection cover (2) for safe transportation of the machine.

5. MAINTENANCE

Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the machine and unplug the power cord.

Clean the machine casings regularly with a soft cloth, preferably after each use. Make sure that the ventilation openings are free of dust and dirt. Remove very persistent dirt using a soft cloth moistened with soapsuds. Do not use any solvents such as gasoline, alcohol, ammonia, etc. Chemicals such as these will damage the synthetic components.

Cutting blade

• Always wear gloves when handling or cleaning the cutting blade.
• Clean the cutting blade and spray with a protective oil after every use. We recommend lubricating the cutting blade with protective oil at regular intervals during long working periods.
• Visually inspect the condition of the cutting blade Check that the screws are firmly seated in the cutter bar.
• Ensure that the blade guard is fitted on the machine.

Storage

The hedge trimmer should be kept in a safe, dry place, well out of the reach of children. Do not place other objects on top of it.

ENVIRONMENT

The crossed out wheelie bin symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste. Electronic and Electrical Equipment not included in the selective sorting process are potentially dangerous for the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances. Please dispose of responsibly at an approved waste or recycling facility.

Only for EC countries

Do not dispose of power tools into domestic waste. According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EU for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into national right, power tools that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.

WARRANTY

VONROC products are developed to the highest quality standards and are guaranteed free of defects in both materials and workmanship for the period lawfully stipulated starting from the date of original purchase. Should the product develop any failure during this period due to defective material and/or workmanship then contact your VONROC dealer directly.

The following circumstances are excluded from this guarantee:

• Repairs and or alterations have been made or attempted to the machine by unauthorized service centers.
• Normal wear and tear.
• The tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained.
• Non-original spare parts have been used

This constitutes the sole warranty made by company either expressed or implied. There are no other warranties expressed or implied which extend beyond the face hereof, herein, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall VONROC be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. The dealers remedies shall be limited to repair or replacement of nonconforming units or parts.

The product and the user manual are subject to change. Specifications can be changed without further notice.

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2. INFORMATIE OVER HET APPARAAT

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Measured sound power level: 102.1 dB(A)

Guaranteed sound power level: 104 dB(A)

Conformity assessment method to Annex V Directive 2000/14/EC amended by 2005/88/EC.

The notified body involved: TÜV SÜD Industrie Service GmbH, Certification Body of the Notified Body 0036

EN 62841-1, EN 62841-4-2, EN IEC 55014-1, EN IEC 55014-2, EN IEC 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU, 2000/14/EC & 2005/88/EC, 2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU

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