Ego Power+ HTA2000 Manual

SAFETY SYMBOLS

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To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs and replacements should be performed by a qualified service technician.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator's Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as "DANGER," "WARNING," and "CAUTION" before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

The operation of any power tools can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate it.

	Safety Alert	Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
	Read Operator's Manual	To reduce the risk of injury, user must read the operator's manual.
	Wear Eye and Head Protection	Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product. Wear an approved safety hard hat to protect your head.
	Wear Ear Protection	Always wear ear protection when operating this product.
	Blade Length	The length of the blade
	Cutting Capacity	Max. Cutting capacity of the blade
	Keep sufficient distance away from electrical power lines	To prevent electrocution, do not operate within 15m of overhead electrical lines. Contact with or use near power lines may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting in death.
	Keep hands and feet away from the cutting tool	Never attempt to operate your power tool with one hand. Loss of control of the power tool resulting in serious or fatal injury may result. To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from the cutting tool. Never attach a moving cutting tool with your hand or any other part of your body.
	Keep Bystanders Away	Ensure that other people and pets remain at least 15m away from the hedge trimmer when it is in use.
	CE	This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives.
	UKCA	This product is in accordance with applicable UK legislation.
	WEEE	Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Take to an authorized recycler.
XX	Noise	Guaranteed sound power level. Noise emission to the environment according to the European community's Directive.
V	Volt	Voltage
mm	Millimeter	Length or size
cm	Centimeter	Length or size
kg	Kilogram	Weight

GENERAL MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS

READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS MACHINE. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

The term "machine" in the warnings refers to your mains- operated (corded) machine or battery-operated (cordless) machine.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate machines in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a machine. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Machine plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) machines. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not operate the machine to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the machine may increase the risk of electric shock or malfunction that could result in personal injury.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the machine. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a machine outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a machine in a damp location is unavoidable, use a Ground-fault circuit interrupter protected supply. Use of GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a machine. Do not use a machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol medication. A moment of inattention while operating machines may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the machine. Carrying machines with your finger on the switch or energizing machines that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the machine on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the machine in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of machines allow you to become complacent and ignore machine safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury with a fraction of a second.

MACHINE USE AND CARE

• Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any machine that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing machines. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally.
• Store idle machines out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the machine or these instructions to operate the machine. Machines are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain machines and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the machines operation. If damaged, have the machine repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained machines.
• Keep cutting machines sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting machines with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the machine, accessories and machine bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the machine for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the machine in unexpected situations.

BATTERY MACHINE USE AND CARE

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use machines only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, 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.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or machine that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or machine to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or machine outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

• Have your machine serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the machine is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
• Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting area. Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
• Wear ear protection. Adequate protective equipment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.
• Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Blades contacting a „live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer „live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Blades continue to move after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
• When clearing jammed material or servicing the hedge trimmer, make sure all power switches are off and the power cord is disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the blade stopped and taking care not to operate any power switch. Proper carrying of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from the blades.
• When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always use the blade cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.

EXTENDED-REACH HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Always use head protection when operating the extended-reach hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris can result in serious personal injury.
• Always use two hands when operating the extended-reach hedge trimmer. Hold the extended reach hedge trimmer with both hands to avoid loss of control.
• To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the extended-reach hedge trimmer near any electrical power lines. Contact with or use near power lines may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting in death.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this machine. If you loan this machine to someone else, also loan these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

NOTE: SEE YOUR POWER HEAD OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES.

SPECIFICATIONS

• The above parameters are tested and measured equipped with power head PH1400E/PH1420E/ PHX1600;
• The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another;
• The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

NOTICE: The vibration emission during actual use of the machine can differ from the declared value in which the tool is used; In order to protect the operator, user should wear gloves and ear protectors in the actual conditions of use.

PACKING LIST

DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT

(Fig. A)

1. Cutting Blade
2. Quadrant
3. Trigger
4. Hedge Trimmer Shaft
5. Soft Sleeve
6. End Cap
7. Adjusting Lever
8. Gear Case
9. Wrench
10. Blade Scabbard
11. Tip Protector (Optional, SOLD SEPARATELY)

ASSEMBLY

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this hedge trimmer. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possibly serious personal injury.

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the machine when assembling parts.

ADJUSTING THE CUTTING BLADE

When the hedge trimmer is removed from the package, it is folded in its storage position where the cutting blade is against the shaft (Fig. B). It is recommended to adjust the cutting blade to a suitable working position before attaching it to the power head.

Fig. B

There are 12 possible working positions. The angle of the cutting blade can be adjusted upwards in 5 stages from 0° (straight) to 45°, including 0°, and downwards in 7 stages from 0° to 90° (right angle facing down) (Fig. C), not including 0°.

1. Press the trigger on the adjusting lever and meanwhile rotate the adjusting lever to adjust the cutting blade to the desired cutting position (Fig. D).
   
2. Once the desired position has been reached, release the trigger. An audible click indicates that the locking pin is engaged in the quadrant, right located into place (Fig. D).

Fig. D parts description see below:

To reduce the risk of injury, carry out the adjustment only when the cutting blades are at a standstill. Never touch the blades while making adjustments.

To reduce the risk of injury, always stop the tool and fit the blade scabbard before moving the cutting blade to the storage position or from the storage position to the normal working position.

CONNECTING/REMOVING THE HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD

This hedge trimmer attachment is designed for use with EGO 56V LITHIUM-ION Power Head PH1400E/PH1420E/ PHX1600. Besides top cutting, there is a side-cutting position in the hedge trimmer shaft for connecting with the power head (Fig. E). Detail working techniques please see "WORKING TECHNIQUES" section in this manual.

Fig. E parts description see below:

See "INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD " section in the power head PH1400E/PH1420E/ PHX1600 operator's manual for connecting the hedge trimmer to the power head.

See "REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD" section in the power head PH1400E/PH1420E/ PHX1600 operator's manual to remove the hedge trimmer from the power head.

MOUNTING THE TIP PROTECTOR (Optional)

1. Use a hex wrench to remove the short bolt, plain washer, bush and nut at the end of the cutting blade (Fig. F). Save the plain washer, bush and nut for reassembly.
   

Fig. F parts description see below:

2. Align the tip protector with the bulge on the cutting blade and mount it into place. Secure it with the new long bolt and nut as well as the saved washer, bush and nut (Fig. G).
   

Fig. G parts description see below:

OPERATION

Never cut near power lines, electric cords, or other electric sources. If the cutting blades jam on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE CUTTING BLADE OR THE ALUMINUM POLE! THEY CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND MAY BE VERY DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from you in a safe manner. Disconnect the electrical service to the damaged line or cord before attempting to free the cutting blade from the line or cord. Contact with the cutting blade, other conductive parts of the hedge trimmer or live electric cords or lines will result in death by electrocution or serious injury.

Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

Always wear eye protection, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.

To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the tool before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the unit.

After each use, clean the tool.
See the Maintenance section for cleaning instructions.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for trimming the hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material with a branch diameter of less than Ø26 mm.

NOTICE: The tool is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse.

USING THE HEDGE TRIMMER WITH POWER HEAD

Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this tool. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear short pants or sandals or go barefoot.

PREPARATION FOR CUTTING

• Adjusting the cutting blade to the desired working position.
• Remove the blade scabbard from the cutting blade.
• For safe and better operation, put on the shoulder strap across the shoulder. Adjust the shoulder strap into a comfortable operating position. Following the instructions in the section "MOUNTING THE SHOULDER STRAP" in PH1400E/PH1420E/PHX1600 operator's manual to attach the shoulder strap onto the power head.

The shoulder strap is also a quick release mechanism in hazardous situation. When an emergency occurs, take it off your shoulder immediately, no matter what way the strap is in.

WORKING TECHNIQUES

• Horizontal Cutting (with cutting blade at an angle):
  Cut close to the ground from a standing position, e.g. low shrubs.
  Swing the cutting blade up and down as you move along the hedge – use both sides of the cutting blades, do not rest the cutter blade on the ground (Fig. H).
  
• Horizontal Cutting (with straight cutting blade)
  Hold the cutting blade at an angle of 0° to 10° as you swing the hedge trimmer horizontally. Swing the cutting blade in an arc towards the outsides of the hedge so that the cuttings are swept to the ground (Fig. I, J & K).
  
  
  Recommendation: Only cut hedges that are no more than chest height in this working position.
• Vertical Cutting (with cutting blade at an angle): Cutting without standing directly next to the hedge, e.g. flowerbed between operator and hedge.
  In this cutting position, for your better control of the hedge trimmer, it is recommended that connect the hedge trimmer with the power head at the sidecutting position (see Fig. E).
  Swing the cutting blade up and down in an arc as you move along the hedge – use both sides of the cutting blade (Fig. L).
  
• Vertical Cutting (with straight cutting blade): Extra long reach without the need for other aids.
  Swing the cutting blade up and down in an arc as you move along the hedge – use both sides of the cutting blade (Fig. M).
  
• Overhead Cutting (with cutting blade at an angle)
  Hold the hedge trimmer vertically and swing it in an arc to make maximum use of its reach (Fig. N). For extreme high hedge, the extension pole is suitable for aids in trimming.
  

Any working position above head height is tiring. To minimize the risk of accidents, work in such positions for short periods only. Set angle of adjustable cutting blade to maximum so that the tool can be held in a lower, less tiring position (with shoulder strap) while still providing adequate reach.

TO START/STOP THE TOOL

See "STARTING/STOPPING THE POWER HEAD" section in the power head PH1400E/PH1420E/PHX1600 operator's manual.

MAINTENANCE

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

CLEAN THE UNIT

• Use a soft brush to remove debris from all air intakes and cutting blade.
• To remove pitch and other sticky residue, spray the blades with resin solvent. Run the motor briefly so that the solvent is evenly distributed.
• Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils, such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene. Moisture can also cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any moisture with a soft dry cloth. Never use water for cleaning the tool.

SHARPENING THE CUTTING BLADE

When cutting performance and behavior begin to deteriorate, i.e. blades frequently snag on branches: Resharpen the cutting blades.
It is recommended to have the cutting blades resharpened by a qualified service technician.

NOTICE: Do not operate your hedge trimmer with dull or damaged cutting blades. This may cause overload and will give unsatisfactory cutting results.

LUBRICATING THE BLADE

To prevent rust, it is recommended to lubricate the blades with anti-rusting oil when it is stored for long time.

Blades are sharp. When handling the blade assembly, wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves. Do not place your hand or fingers between blades or in any position where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER touch blades or service the unit with battery pack installed.

TRANSMISSION GEARS LUBRICATION

The transmission gears in the gear case need to be lubricated periodically with gear grease. Check the gear case grease level about every 50 hours of operation by removing the sealing screw on the gear case. There are three sealing screws with one on the side and two on the top.

If no grease can be seen on the flanks of the gear, follow the steps below to fill with gear grease up to 3/4 capacity. Do not completely fill the transmission gears.

1. Depending on which screw you are removing, hold waste! Take this product to an authorized the hedge trimmer on its side or lay it on its back recycler and make it available for separate so that the sealing screw to be removed is facing collection. Electric machines must be upwards (Fig. O & P).returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility.
   
2. Use the wrench provided to loosen and remove the sealing screw.
3. Use a grease syringe (not included) to inject some grease into the screw hole; do not exceed 3/4 capacity.
4. Tighten the sealing screw after injection.

STORING THE UNIT

• Remove the battery pack from the tool.
• Clean the tool thoroughly before storing it.
• Put on the blade scabbard onto the cutting blade before storing or transporting. Use caution to avoid the sharp teeth of the blades. For saving space, it is recommended to fold the hedge trimmer to its storage position (see Fig. B).
• If the hedge trimmer is removed from the power head and stored separately, fit the end cap on the attachment shaft to avoid dirt getting into the coupler.
• Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area, locked-up or up high, out of the reach of children. Do not store the unit on or adjacent to fertilizers, gasoline, or other chemicals.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY

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Documents / Resources

References

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