IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injuries. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool”...
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If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. • Use only with Greenworks Elite batteries: L-300, L600 • Use only with Greenworks Elite Chargers: C-200, C-400...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS • Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaninProper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) Watt...
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not DANGER avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not WARNING avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER Auxiliary Blade Handle Guard Rotating Handle Release Rear Handle Safety Lock Trigger Button FIG.1 KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER (See Figure 1.) The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attemptinBefore use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION UNPACKING • This product requires no assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. •...
FIG.2 IMPORTANT! DO NOT remove the blade assembly unless it needs sharpening, straightening, or replacing. Take it to Greenworks Elite authorize repair centre. W A R N I N G Follow these instructions in order to avoid injury and to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire: •...
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OPERATION INSTRUCTION STARTING AND STOPPING HEDGE TRIMMER (See Figure 3.) 1. Ensure the battery is properly installed in the hedge trimmer. 2. Slide the safety lock button (1) into the handle and hold. 3. Squeeze the trigger (2). The hedge trimmer will turn ON. 4.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTION USING THE ROTATING REAR HANDLE (See Figure 4.) 1. Place the hedge trimmer on a flat and even surface. 2. Make sure that you released the trigger. 3. Press the rotating handle release and begin turning the rear handle. Release the rotation lever and turn the handle 90 degrees to either side until it clicks into place and the lever locks in.
MAINTENANCE W A R N I N G To avoid risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution: • Do not use a damp cloth or detergent on the battery or battery charger. • Always remove the battery pack before cleaning, inspecting, or performing any maintenance on the hedge trimmer.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this hedge trimmer battery pack: Lithium-Ion, a toxic material. W A R N I N G All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION To secure the battery pack, make sure Battery is not secure. the latches on the top of the battery Motor fails to start pack snap into place. when trigger is Charge the battery pack according depressed.
(4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS ELITE, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
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