Maintenance / Cleaning / Storage - Scotts PR17215S Owner's Manual

CHANGING BLADE
Warning! Remove battery from pruner before
Changing the blade.
Always wear protective gloves when Changing
the blade.
Never attempt to operate the machine without
the blade, spacer or screw correctly secured to
prevent damage to the machine.
To remove the moving blade (1), use a Hexagon
wrench socket key (not provided) to remove the
blade nut (2) which secures the blade. Remove the
blade wave washer(3) and the washer (4) then
remove the blade bolt (5). Remove the moving
blade (1) along 45 ° direction.
To Insert the moving blade (1), be careful not to
allow any foreign matter to become attached to
the blade gear and do not damage it. First Insert
part of the tooth of the blade into the case as shown,
then rotate the blade (1) until the hole of the blade
(1) is aligned to the hole of the aluminum gearbox.
Incorrect location of the blade will damage the
machine. Install the blade bolt then install the
washer (4) and the wave washer (3). Attach the
blade nut (2) and tighten. Do not over tighten.
MAINTENANCE:
CAUTION: Blades can cause injury. Do not press
the safety lock of the pruner during maintenance
work.
Note: To ensure long and reliable service, regularly
carry out the following maintenance:
 Check for obvious defects such as a damaged
or loose blade, housing, or components.
 If the tool should stop working properly, repair
should be carried out by a qualified individual,
using identical replacement parts.
CAUTION: Never clean the pruner in water
(especially running water), as there is a risk of
personal injury and damage to the pruner.
To obtain good cutting results, always make sure
the blades are sharp, and clean them from time to
time with a soft dry cloth.
A few drops of oil (e.g. sewing machine oil) will
improve the cutting performance of the blades, but
never apply any grease to the blades.
There are no parts inside the equipment which
require additional maintenance.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

MAINTENANCE / CLEANING / STORAGE

Model PR17215S
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CLEANING / STORAGE
 Clean the exterior of the tool thoroughly
using a soft brush and cloth. Do not use water,
solvents, or polishes.
 After use, cover the blades with the guard
provided.
 Charge the battery 3 to 5 hours before storing.
 If the tool is to be stored for an extended period
of time or during winter storage, charge the
battery at least once every three months to
protect it from damage.
 Store the tool in a dry secure place out of reach
of children.
 Do not place any other objects on top of the
tool.
 This tool must not be stored in temperatures
over 40°C (104°F) or under direct exposure to
sunlight.
 Do not store the tool in places with static
electricity.
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