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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL McGregor 18V CORDLESS POLE HEDGE TRIMMER 7044629 (Model: MCEHT1841) CAUTION Read the instructions before using the machine AFTER SALES SUPPORT 0345 605 2062 These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your pressure washer, ensuring it is SAN NO.: 03218ABBH051...
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining Warning Symbol The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when operating and maintaining the pole hedge trimmer. Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read the instruction manual.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining Warning Symbol Guaranteed sound power level data is 96dB. Remove the battery pack before any adjustment or maintenance. Warning symbols on the charger Before use, carefully read through the user manual. The charger is for indoor use only.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining General Safety Warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all in- structions provided on or with this power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining Work area safety • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos- pheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. • When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. • Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turn- ing the power tool on.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining ,keys,nails ,screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. •...
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining Pole Hedge trimmer safety warnings • Only use the device in daylight or with sufficient artificial lighting. • Always ensure that all guards are fitted when using the device. Never attempt to use an incom- plete tool or a tool with unauthorised modifica- tions.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining debris can result in serious personal injury. • Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove any cut material or hold material to be cut when the blades are mov- ing.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining ning. Remove the battery before carrying out in- vestigation or maintenance or the hedge trimmer. Safety warnings for battery packs • Keep the battery pack clean and dry. Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean, dry cloth if they become dirty.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining several times to obtain maximum performance. • The battery pack gives its best performance when it is operated at normal room temperature (20°C ± 5°C). • When discharging several battery packs, keep battery packs of different electrochemical sys- tems separate from each other.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining to cool down before charging another battery. • When charging is complete, unplug the charger from the mains socket and remove the battery pack from the charger. Do not leave the battery pack in the charger.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining vibrations which may occur during transportation in vehicles. • Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over. Service • Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
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In the Box Parts 1. Working head 8. Safety lock-off button 2. Telescopic handle 9. Telescopic handle lock 3. Blade sheath 10. Working head adjusting knob 4. Blade 11. Shoulder strap 5. Main switch 12. Pole tube 6. Battery pack 13.
Assemble Assemble the working head Before using the pole hedge trimmer, a one-time assembly is required. When re- moved from the box, the two parts are disconnected as shown in photo below. Assemble the working head (D) to the telescopic pole handle (E). When inserted, the two parts must be inserted fully.
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Assemble Disassemble the working head When removing, turn lock knob (F) to unlock, then pull the pole out. Attach the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap Fix the hook of the shoulder strap into the lifting lug on the pole tube of the pole hedge trimmer.
Prepare Adjust the telescopic handle Loosen the quick release knob (G) and extend the upper part of the handle to the desired handle length. Then tight the quick release knob to fix the tube tight. Adjust the telescopic head 5 Adjust the telescopic head. Hold the working head tightly.
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Prepare WARNING: Ensure the battery pack is disconnected from the hedge trimmer before carrying out assembly. WARNING! The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together, do not attempt to use any other devices. Never insert or allow metallic objects into your charger or battery pack connections;...
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Prepare Checking battery capacity 1. Press the battery capacity level button to check the charging level of the battery pack. The status / remaining charge will be shown on the battery charging level indication light. No LED lit Battery is dead and needs to be charged 1 Green LED continuously lit Battery pack <20% charged 2 Green LEDs continuously lit...
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Prepare Important charging notes 1. Never allow the battery to completely discharge before recharging. The battery pack should be placed on the charger whenever the battery pack is noticeably running down or the tool no longer performs a task it previously performed.
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Prepare Install the battery pack WARNING! Always release the On/Off switch before inserting or re- moving the battery pack. 1. Remove the battery pack: Press the button on the end of the battery pack, then remove the pack from the trimmer. 2.
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Operation Switching on/off WARNING! If any parts are missing, damaged or broken, do not oper- ate your hedge trimmer until all damaged parts have been replaced or repaired. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. 1. Switching on Push in the safety lock-off button (I) and then press the main switch (J) on the handle.
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Operation WARNING! Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles. Never hold shrubs with one hand and operate hedge trimmer with the other. Fail- ure to heed this warning can result in serious injury. WARNING! Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as cords, lights, wire, or loose string which can become entangled in the cutting blade and create a risk of serious personal injury.
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Maintenance and Storage Maintenance WARNING! Before any maintenance, always take off the battery pack and wear protec- tive gloves. . Never use water to clean the unit. . Always clean the hedge trimmer immediately after use. Brush the blade using a stiff nylon brush to remove any debris. .
Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Although your new cordless hedge trimmer is really easy to operate, if you do experience problems, please check the following: Problem Possible case Solution Hedge trimmer does not 1. Not connected to battery 1. Connect to battery pack operate pack 2.
Technical Data Technical Data Table Model MCEHT1841 Voltage 18V d.c. Battery type 18V d.c. Li-Ion No load speed 1400rpm Cutting length/tooth spacing 41cm/14mm Charger Model No. DQCH0502102200B01 Input voltage & power 100-240V AC 50-&0Hz 65W Output voltage & current 21VDC Battery pack Model No.
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Technical Data WARNING! The sound values have been determined according to the noise test code given in EN 60745-2-15, using the basic standards EN ISO 11094 and EN ISO 3744. The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 80dB(A) and ear protection measures are necessary.
Recycling and Disposal 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.
Guarantee Dear Customer, In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our Cus- tomer service department on the telephone number shown below. 1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights. Claims must be accompanied by Proof of Purchase.