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Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, operating, and maintaining the product. Subject to technical modification.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given ■ If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) top priority in the design of your cordless hedge trimmer. protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired materials. A moment of inattention while operating the before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury. maintained power tools. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with cutter ■...
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS ■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance and can WARNING result in serious injury. To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product ■...
service centre. WARNING ■ After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth. Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged ■ After each use, clean the debris from the blades use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods, with a stiff brush, and then carefully apply a rust ensure you take regular breaks.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice. SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL Parts or accessories sold separately Note Warning The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX WHAT’S IN THE BOX RHT3620G...
GETTING STARTED Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side Slide the HEDGESWEEP over the blade. Remove the shields when operating the product. Failure to do so could blade protector from the blade. result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
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OVERVIEW Operating the hedge trimmer Rotating the rear handle p.11 p.13 Cleaning the hedge trimmer Storing the hedge trimmer p.14 p.15...
OPERATION OPERATING THE HEDGE TRIMMER CAUTION: Always use two hands to operate the hedge trimmer, which is fitted with two handles. WARNING: Keep hands away from the blades at all times. 1. Slide the HEDGESWEEP over the blade. Remove the blade protector from the blade.
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OPERATION 3. Press the front trigger with one hand, and squeeze the rear trigger with the other hand. 4. Use the hedge trimmer for cutting in a slow, sweeping action from side to side.
OPERATION ROTATING THE REAR HANDLE 1. Pull the handle rotation trigger. Turn the 90° 90° handle to the right or to the left until it clicks. NOTE: The handle can be rotated 45˚ or 90˚ to the left or to the right. 2.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Slide the HEDGESWEEP off the blade. 3. After each use, clean the body and handles of the product with a soft, dry cloth and a brush. Clean the debris from the blades with a stiff brush.
STORAGE STORING THE HEDGE TRIMMER NOTE: Clean all foreign materials from the product before storing. 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Cover the blade with the blade protector. 3. Slide the HEDGESWEEP over the blade. 4. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children and away from sources of ignition.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS VIBRATION LEVEL Cordless Hedge Trimmer WARNING Model RHT3620G/RHT3600G The declared vibration value has been measured with a standard test method and may be used to compare one Rated voltage 36V d.c. tool with another. No-load speed 1600/min ±10%...
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Imported by: Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd. 31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC, 3149, Australia RYOBI is a trademark of Ryobi Limited, Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd. and is used under license. Unit C, 70 Business Parade South, HEDGESWEEP is a trademark of Techtronic Outdoor Highbrook, Auckland 2013, New Zealand Products Technology Limited.