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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS HEDGE TRIMMER 20V INSTRUCTION MANUAL F20VTH WARNING: READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE THIS MACHINE BUILDER SAS 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux – France MADE IN PRC 2020...
1. SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
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Before starting the trimmer, remove all the keys and check that the tool is securely assembled. Stay alert at all times. Be attentive to what you are doing. Make use of your common sense. Do not use the tool when you are tired. Do not use the tool under the influence of alcohol, drugs or drugs that alter or decrease concentration.
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Residual risks • Cuts from the blade • Inhalation of particles of material to be cut • Projection of the parts of the cutting blades • Contact with uncovered cutting head (wounds, cuts) • Contact with tool in operation (injuries, cuts) •...
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YOUR TOOL a. Description 1. Cutting blade 5. Rear handle 2. Hand guard 6. Battery port 3. Front handle 7. Trigger switch 4. Safety switch Blade guard b. Technical data Voltage 20 V d.c. Cutting length 560 mm Cutting capacity 19 mm Sound pressure level LpA: 80dB(A) K= 3dB(A)
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3. USE NOTE: Supplied without battery or charger...
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a. Charging (Charger and battery not included in this model) 1). Take the battery pack out of the equipment. Do this by pressing the side pushlock buttons. 2). Check that your mains voltage is the same as that marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Insert the power plug of the charger into the socket outlet.
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1 LED is lit: The battery will be empty soon, please recharge the battery. Charger indicator Indicator status Explanations and actions Ready for use The charger is connected to the mains and is ready for use; there is no battery pack in the charger. Charging The charger is charging the battery pack in charge mode.
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d. Starting the hedge trimmer Hold the firmly the machine with both hands. Press the safety switch, Fig 5 and then the trigger switch, Fig 6. NOTE: both switches must be enabled in order to switch the motor on and keep it running. The motor will stop it either switch is released.
4. MAINTENANCE a. Maintenance After each use, remove the accumulator from its compartment and check for damage. Correct maintenance is essential to maintain the original efficiency and safety of the machine over time. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in a safe working condition. Never use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
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EC Declaration of conformity BUILDER SAS 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux – France Declares that the machine Designation: HEDGE TRIMMER 20V Model: F20VTH Serial number: 20200808245-20200808544 Is in conformity with the European Directives: Machine Directive 2006/42/EC EMC Directive 2014/30/EU...
7. WARRANTY WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identified as defective by the designated distributor.
8. PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: a) Empty the fuel tank. b) Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.
9. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...
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