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PRUNING SHEARS
C3X
Operating Instructions
26_176804-B
06/2024
READ THE USER OPERATING GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
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operating instructions manual
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  • Page 1 Translated from original operating instructions manual Original operating instructions manual PRUNING SHEARS 26_176804-B Operating Instructions 06/2024 READ THE USER OPERATING GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USE...
  • Page 3 PELLENC ..............................2.4. SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY-POWERED SHEARS ............2.5. SAFETY MEASURES ASSOCIATED WITH BATTERY USE ............2.6. SAFETY MEASURES WHEN USING THE "PELLENC" CHARGER ........... 2.7. SAFETY SIGNS ..........................2.8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ..................3. DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ............ 13 3.1.
  • Page 4 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 5.3.1. FULL OPENING OF THE BLADE POSITION BLADE IN WIDE-OPEN POSITION BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OPERATION ........................5.3.2. HALF-OPENING OF THE BLADE ..................... 5.4. SWITCHING THE PRUNING SHEARS TO STANDBY MODE ............. 5.5. SWITCHING OFF THE PRUNING SHEARS .................
  • Page 5 26_176804-B 1. INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing your Pruning shears C3X. Properly used and maintained, this equipment will give you years of satisfaction. Warning In accordance with product liability laws, we are not responsible for damage caused by our product if the product includes an accessory that is not from the manufacturer or is not approved by the manufacturer.
  • Page 6 • The Pruning shears C3X is intended for vineyard, fruit-tree, olive-growing and landscape maintenance pruning up to a diameter of 35 mm. • The Pruning shears C3X must be operated from the ground or a suitable fully stable and secure platform. • The Pruning shears C3X is only intended for outdoor use.
  • Page 7 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. 2.2.3. PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
  • Page 8 2.2.7. MANAGEMENT OF THE RECYCLING AND RECOVERY OF WASTE FROM YOUR TOOL When the tool reaches the end of its life, PELLENC provide the end-of-life sheet of the equipment. The end-of-life sheet provides instructions for safely removing components.
  • Page 9 • Battery alone: product that is classified as class 9, UN3480. 14. Use of a battery other than that provided by Pellenc SA is dangerous (risk of serious injury). If a different battery is used, Pellenc SA cannot be held responsible for any consequences.
  • Page 10 In the event of contact with eyes, seek professional medical help. The liquid leaking from the batteries can cause irritations or burns. 19. Pellenc power tools must only be used with the battery units designed for the purpose. Use of other battery units can present a risk of injury and fire.
  • Page 11 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 2.7. SAFETY SIGNS California State Proposition 65: Waste electrical and electronic Please read operating equipment. instructions. At the end of its life, the tool and Read the instructions carefully and the battery must be returned to the follow the safety precautions.
  • Page 12 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 2.8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Equipment Wear Safety helmet Protective visor Hard-wearing gloves Recommended Safety footwear Mandatory Hearing protection Protective glasses Recommended Safety jacket or over-sleeves Work trousers...
  • Page 13 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 3. DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 3.1. DESCRIPTION OF THE TOOL Drive trigger Knurled adjustment washer Conductive pad 10. Nut ON/OFF button 11. Blade pin Connector for Alpha Lite battery 12. Blade Pruning shear status indicator light 13.
  • Page 14 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 3.2. TECHNICAL FEATURES 3.2.1. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE TOOL Cutting capacity 35 mm Pruning shears power supply voltage 10.8 V Maximum electrical power 800 W Battery life According to the use Weight of pruning shears 745 g...
  • Page 15 3.3. PRESENTATION OF ACTIV' SECURITY The Pruning shears C3X is equipped with a patented anti-cutting injuries system, the Activ' Security. This technology allows the blade to stop immediately when it comes into contact with the operator's finger or hand, with gloves PELLENC or without gloves.
  • Page 16 For more information on the use of the battery, refer to the battery operating instructions. 4.1. CONTENT OF THE CARRY-CASE Check that the tool is delivered with: • 1 C3X pruning shears • 1 grease gun • 2 Alpha Lite batteries •...
  • Page 17 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 4.4. FIRST-TIME OPERATION Warning By default, the tool does not have Activ' Security activated. The tool should be used with care. For more information on how to use it, see 5.1.1. Starting the tool with Activ' Security deactivated, page 18.
  • Page 18 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 5. USE 5.1. ACTIV'SECURITY DEACTIVATED Warning The user is strongly advised not to deactivate the Activ' Security. Deactivating this safety system exposes the user to the risk of serious and deep cuts. The user is responsible for any accident that occurs as a result of the deactivation of the Activ' Security.
  • Page 19 26_176804-B 5.1.2. ACTIVATION OF ACTIV' SECURITY Warning Activ' Security is based on electrical conduction and is only optimal with the use of PELLENC Activ' Security gloves. When working in wet conditions, wearing gloves PELLENC increases safety effectiveness. If you put on gloves that you did not have at the beginning of the day or you replace your conductive gloves during the day, make sure they are compatible with the Activ' Security by restarting the tool and activating the safety system.
  • Page 20 26_176804-B 5.2. ACTIV’ SECURITY ACTIVATED Activ' Security only works when the user is wearing conductive gloves PELLENC or when they are working without gloves. If the user is wearing other types of gloves, the tool will only start if the Activ' Security has been deactivated beforehand.
  • Page 21 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B Press the trigger (3) with your index finger to operate the tool. Note For the tool to work, the user of the tool must not touch the cutting head and be in contact with the conductive pad simultaneously.
  • Page 22 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 5.3. BLADE OPENINGS 5.3.1. FULL OPENING OF THE BLADE POSITION BLADE IN WIDE-OPEN POSITION BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OPERATION Check the tool and battery connectors for contamination. Insert the battery until you hear it click into place.
  • Page 23 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B Pinch the battery's buttons. Disconnect the battery. 5.3.2. HALF-OPENING OF THE BLADE Important The tool must be switched off, see 5.5. Switching off the pruning shears, page 25. Press and hold down the ON/OFF button (1).
  • Page 24 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B If Activ' Security is activated: • Make sure that your fingers are in contact with the lower conductive pad (4). • Place the index finger of the hand holding the tool on the trigger (2). • Grip on both sides of the blade pin (3) with the other hand.
  • Page 25 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 5.5. SWITCHING OFF THE PRUNING SHEARS Hold down the trigger (2). Note Without this operation, the blade remains open even when the tool is switched off. Press the ON/OFF button (1). Note The tool will emit a series of beeps to indicate that it is switching off.
  • Page 26 • All maintenance operations must be carried out with the battery disconnected from the tool, unless otherwise specified in the procedure. • Use products recommended by PELLENC. • In the event of any problem, consult an authorised PELLENC dealer. Maintenance schedule Frequency of operations...
  • Page 27 PELLENC or no gloves at all. Warning In the event of any problem, consult an authorised PELLENC dealer. At the beginning of each day or change of user, it is necessary to ensure that the Activ' Security is working properly. Two methods of verification are possible: Method No.
  • Page 28 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B Method No. 2: Switch the tool on. Hold the tool in your hand, making sure your fingers are in contact with the conductive pad (1). Place the index finger of the hand holding the tool on the trigger (2).
  • Page 29 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 6.4. SHARPENING THE BLADE This operation is essential because it determines the quality of the cut of the tool, guarantees the longevity of the blades and mechanical parts and preserves the autonomy of the battery. The frequency of blade sharpening depends on: •...
  • Page 30 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 6.5. CHECK THE TIGHTNESS OF THE BLADE For optimum cutting quality, regularly check the blade's tightness: Switch off the tool. See 5.5. Switching off the pruning shears, page 25. Disconnect the battery from the tool. See 4.3. Disconnecting the battery from the tool, page 16.
  • Page 31 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 6.8. CHANGING BLADE OR SHAFT 6.8.1. REMOVAL OF THE BLADE AND ITS PIN Open the blade fully. See 5.3. Blade openings, page 22. Switch off the tool. See 5.5. Switching off the pruning shears, page 25.
  • Page 32 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 6.8.2. FITTING OF THE BLADE AND ITS PINS Note To remove the blade, the pins and change the worn parts, see 6.8.1. Removal of the blade and its pin, page Before fitting the blade and tool pins: Make sure the tool is switched off.
  • Page 33 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 14. Grease the blade pin (5). 15. Position the maintenance hatch (1). See 6.6. Greasing the blade, page 30. 16. Position the screw. 17. Tighten the screw to a torque of 0.6 N.m.
  • Page 34 See 5.3.2. Half-opening of the blade, page 23. Trigger problem Check the trigger See 6.3.3. Checking the operating trigger, page 28. If the tool does not work, return the complete equipment in its original packaging to an authorised repairer PELLENC.
  • Page 35 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 7.2. ACTIV' SECURITY LED CODES SUMMARY Normal operation codes Start-up Flashing red • Waiting for initialization Red and (light) blue fixed • Activ' Security initialized: user detected on pad and hook Slow flashing red • Activ'Security deactivated Steady blue •...
  • Page 36 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 7.3. SUMMARY OF PRUNING SHEAR STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT CODES Normal operation Codes Blinking green • The pruning shears are on standby Steady green • The pruning shears are active Error codes Note In the event of an error, the red indicator light lights up and flashes very rapidly, and the green indicator light flashes a number of times depending on the error.
  • Page 37 Store the pruning shears in their carrying case away from heat, dust and moisture. Storing the battery. See the operating instructions for the battery. Note It is possible to have the pruning shears serviced by an authorised repairer out of season. For more information, consult an authorised dealer or contact PELLENC.
  • Page 38 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 9. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLES 9.1. ACCESSORIES INCLUDED For a list of accessories included with the tool, see 4.1. Content of the carry-case, page 16. 9.2. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Name Reference Alpha Lite battery 57301 Alpha Lite "3 Batteries" charger...
  • Page 39 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 9.3. CONSUMABLES Name Reference Sharpening stone 02322 Tube of grease 170755 C35 blade kit 159025 C35 feather blade kit 159029 C3X maintenance kit 176945...
  • Page 40 10.1.2.1. CONTENTS 10.1.2.1.1. GENERAL INFORMATION In addition to legal warranties, client users benefit from the commercial warranty on PELLENC products covering the exchange and replacement of parts recognised as being out of order, due to machining defects, assembly defects or material defects, whatever the cause.
  • Page 41 PELLENC products are guaranteed under the commercial warranty as from delivery to the customer for a period of two (2) years for products connected to a PELLENC battery, and for a period of one (1) year for other PELLENC products.
  • Page 42 Paid after-sales service also covers PELLENC original spare parts, excluding labour and outside the legal and commercial warranty period. In case of replacement of original PELLENC spare parts in the context of after-sales service, said latter are covered by a warranty of one year as from the installation date.
  • Page 43 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 11. STATEMENTS OF COMPLIANCE 11.1. STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE: C3X MANUFACTURER / PERSON AUTHORISED TO COMPILE PELLENC THE TECHNICAL FILE ADDRESS Quartier Notre-Dame - 84120 Pertuis (France) We hereby declare that the machine designated below: GENERIC DENOMINATION...
  • Page 44 PRUNING SHEARS C3X 26_176804-B 11.2. UK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY : C3X MANUFACTURER / ENTITY AUTHORIZED TO COMPILE PELLENC THE TECHNICAL FILE ADDRESS Quartier Notre-Dame - 84120 Pertuis (France) We hereby declare that the machine referred to below as: GENERIC DENOMINATION...
  • Page 48 PELLENC Quartier Notre Dame - 84120 Pertuis (France)