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HEDGE TRIMMER AFTERSALES SERVICE 01904 727505 500W MON-FRI 9am-5pm SAT/SUN 11am-4pm HT500 www.spearandjackson-power.com Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your hedge trimmer These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your hedge trimmer, protecting your power tool investment.
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Thank you! Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Spear and Jackson hedge trimmer. Spear and Jackson was founded in 1760 in the city of Sheffield, which is world famous for the production of steel, cutlery and garden and hand tools. Through continuous innovation and the use of new technologies and materials, Spear and Jackson has gained an enviable reputation as a supplier of reliable, high performance and high quality products designed to make your work in the...
ConTenTs safety Information Description of symbols General safety Personal safety Operational safety Maintenance and storage safety Intended use Box Content / Parts assembly Unpacking Blade cover Connection to the power supply operation Remove the blade sheath Switching on/off Trimming times Trimming Maintenance General cleaning...
saFeTy InForMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine DesCrIPTIon oF syMBoLs The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when operating and maintaining the hedge trimmer. IMPorTanT! Warning! Switch the product off Please read all of the safety and...
saFeTy InForMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine generaL saFeTy dust or fumes. IMPorTanT! Keep children and bystanders away while ■ operating a power tool. Distractions can Keep this instruction manual in a safe ■ cause you to lose control.
saFeTy InForMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine Power tool use and care such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for Do not force the power tool. Use the ■...
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saFeTy InForMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine with the controls and the proper use of the abnormally. product. Take care against injury to feet and hands ■ Never allow people unfamiliar with these from the cutting attachment. ■...
saFeTy InForMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly ■ 60245 IEC 53); maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting - If polyvinyl chloride insulated, ordinary edges are less likely to bind and are easier to polyvinyl chloride sheathed flexible cord control.
Box ConTenT ParTs Power cord with plug Cutting blades Front guard rear guard Front handle Cord strain relief safety switch Blade cover Top cover Pressure point rear handle extension cable on/off switch If there are any parts missing, please call the customer helpline on 01904 727505 www.spearandjackson-power.com AFTER sAlEs suppoRT 01904 727505...
asseMBLy unpacking i. Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat, stable surface. ii. Make sure all parts and accessories are included and undamaged. If you find that parts are missing or show damage please contact the after sales service at 01904 727505.
asseMBLy Connection to the power supply WarnIng ! Do not connect the product to the power supply via the short power cord. Use the supplied extension cable. For safety reasons the product is equipped with a pigtail, a short power cord (8). A separate extension cable is provided with your machine.
oPeraTIon generaL oPeraTIon Check the product, its power cord and plug as well as ■ accessories for damage before each use. Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear. Double check that accessories or cutting device are properly ■...
oPeraTIon switching on/off i. Hold the product with one hand at the rear handle (6) and with the other at the front handle (3). ii. Press the on/off switch (7) and the safety switch (4) at the same time to switch the product on. iii.
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oPeraTIon v. First cut both sides from the bottom cutting upwards to the top. This will prevent any of the trimmings falling into the path of the area still to be cut. vi. After cutting the sides proceed to the top. Try to keep the cutting device angled at approximately 15°...
MaInTenanCe WarnIng! Always switch the product off, disconnect it from the power supply and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! Regular and proper cleaning will help ensure safe use and ■ prolong the life of the product. Inspect the product before each use for worn and damaged ■...
MaInTenanCe Cleaning the blades WarnIng! Wear safety gloves when working on blades and close to it! Use appropriate tools to remove debris, e.g. a brush or wooden stick! Never use your bare hands! Always use original spare parts for replacement. i.
MaInTenanCe IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue – Neutral, Brown – Live In case the colours of the wires in the mains lead don’t match the colour marking on the terminals, please proceed as follow.
MaInTenanCe recycling and disposal The product comes in a package that protects it against ■ damage during shipping. Keep the packaging until you are sure that all parts have been delivered and the product is functioning properly. Recycle the packaging afterwards. Old products are potentially recyclable and do not, therefore, ■...
TeChnICaL DaTa Model HT500 Input voltage rating 230-240~,50Hz Input power 500W No load speed 1860 min Max. cutting length 460mm Max. cutting capacity 20mm Safety class class II Weight 2.5kg Dimensions 900x200x170mm Part number Accessories HT500-01 Blade guard HT500-89 Extension cable...
TrouBLeshooTIng Suspected malfunctions are often due to issues that the user can fix themselves. Therefore, check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be solved quickly. WarnIng! Only perform the steps described within these instructions! All further inspection, maintenance and repair work must be performed by an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself!
guaranTee If your device develops a fault, please don’t hesitate to contact our customer service department on 01904 727505, we can solve 80% of problems via the phone. 1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights.
SUMECUK Co.,Ltd. Unit A&B Escrick Business Park Escrick,York YO19 6FD Declare that the product Electric hedge trimmer Factory No: HTEG48B-510 Model No: HT500 Function: Cut and trim Serial number: HT500-150001-150240 Complies with the following directives: EMC Directive: 2004/108/EC Machinery Directive: 2006/42/EC...
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