Ego Power+ PH1400, PH1400-FC Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Some dust created by power cutting contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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 following 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 shield 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. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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 & Understand Operator's Manual	To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.
	Eye Protection	Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
	Recycle Symbols	This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
IPX4	Ingress Protection Degree	Protection from splashing water
V	Volt	Voltage
mm	Millimeter	Length or size
cm	Centimeter	Length or size
in.	Inch	Length or size
kg	Kilogram	Weight
lb	Pound	Weight
	Direct Current	Type or a characteristic of current

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
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Do not rely on the tool's insulation against electric shock. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate the tool in the vicinity of any wires or cables which may carry electric current.

Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

• Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use appliances in damp or wet locations.
• Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a distance away from work area.
• Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
• Don't Force Appliance - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
• Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the appliance when you are tired.
• Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place with the battery pack removed - out of reach of children.
• Maintain Appliance with Care - Keep the appliance clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
• Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.
• Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:

• This 56V power head PH1400/PH1400-FC may be used with only the following EGO attachments:

• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
• Replacement Parts - When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement parts. Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing maintenance or service.
• Remove or disconnect the battery pack before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the appliance.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 212°F (100°C) may cause explosion.
• Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical connections.
• If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES CAN BE FOUND IN THE
APPLICABLE ATTACHMENT'S OPERATOR'S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.

SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage	56V
Weight	5.82 lb.(2.64 kg)
Recommended Operating Temperature	5°F-104°F(-15°C-40°C)
Recommended Storage Temperature	-4°F-158°F(-20°C-70°C)

PACKING LIST

DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR POWER HEAD (Fig.1)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator's manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

ADJUSTABLE FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE
Adjusts for ease of operation and to help prevent loss of control.

REAR HANDLE
Ergonomic handle with overmold improves comfort and grip.

LOCK-OFF BUTTON
Helps to prevent accidental or unauthorized activation of the trigger. It must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.

VARIABLE-SPEED TRIGGER
To turn the tool On and Off and control speed.

HIGH/LOW-SPEED SWITCH
Provides high and low speeds for different tasks as needed.

COUPLER
Aids in quick connection of the attachment shafts.

SHAFT-RELEASE BUTTON
For releasing the attachment shaft.

WING KNOB
Tightens the coupler and attachment shaft connection.

BATTERY-RELEASE BUTTON
Releases the battery pack from the tool.

LATCH
Locks the battery pack when installing it on the tool.

EJECTION MECHANISM
Aids in battery removal.

RUBBER PAD
Helps to protect the housing from impacts during use.

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 power head. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possibly serious personal injury.

Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.

UNPACKING

• This product requires assembly.
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
  
  Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.
• Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of purchase.

INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD

Read and understand entire Operator's Manual for each optional attachment used on this power head and follow all warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions could result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

This 56V power head PH1400/PH1400-FC is designed to be used only with the EGO attachment models that are specified in this Operator's Manual or subsequently introduced by EGO for use with this power head. Use of other, unauthorized attachments could cause serious personal injuries or property damage.

Some accessories have specific requirements related to safety. Always pay special attention to such instructions in the manual that accompanies each accessory.

Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while the power head is running or with the battery installed. Failure to stop the motor and remove the battery can cause serious personal injury. NEVER OPERATE THE POWER HEAD WITHOUT AN ATTACHMENT.

The attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device.

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob.
3. Remove the end cap from the attachment and place it in a safe place for later use. Align the arrow on the attachment shaft with the arrow on the coupler (Fig. 2a) and push the attachment shaft into the coupler until you hear a clear "click" sound. The coupler should be positioned all the way to the RED LINE labeled on the shaft that the attachment shaft is properly mounted into place (Fig. 2b).
   
4. Pull the shaft of the attachment to verify that it is securely locked into the coupler. If not, rotate the attachment shaft from side to side in the coupler until it snaps into place.
5. Tighten the wing knob securely.
   
   Be certain that the wing knob is fully tightened before operating equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal injury.

REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob.
3. Press the shaft-release button and, with the button depressed, pull or twist the attachment shaft out of the coupler.

MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE

Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack, if installed.
2. Loosen the four screws in the frontassist handle with the supplied hex wrench and remove the screws and lower clamp from the front-assist handle (Fig. 3).
   
3. Attach the front-assist handle and lower clamp on the power-head shaft and secure them by pretightening the four screws. Turn the front-assist handle upwards so that it points toward the top of the rear handle (Fig. 4).
   
4. Adjust the front-assist handle position between the rear handle housing and the coupler on the power-head shaft (Fig. 4).
5. Tighten the four screws so that the handle cannot be rotated on the shaft.
   
   Never operate the tool without the front-assist handle firmly in place.

OPERATION

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 safety goggles or safety glasses with side shield marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: Fully charge the battery pack before first use.

To install battery pack (Fig. 5)

1. Align the ribs of the battery pack with the mounting slots in the power head's battery port.
2. Press the battery pack towards the power head until it snaps into position.

NOTE: Make sure that the latch on the bottom of the battery pack snaps in place
and the battery pack is secured to the power head before beginning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.

To remove battery pack (Fig. 6)

Always be aware of the
location of your feet and children or pets around you when pressing the batteryrelease button. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove the battery pack at a high location.

1. Hold the battery pack in the palm of your hand.
2. Press the battery-release button with your thumb; the battery pack will disengage from the latch.
3. Grasp the battery pack and remove it from the power head.
   
   To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-off button and trigger when carrying or transporting the tool.

STARTING/STOPPING THE POWER HEAD (Fig.7)

NEVER OPARATE THE POWER HEAD WITHOUT AN ATTACHMENT. Do not attempt to start the power head without an attachment.

To start the power head

1. Press the lock-off button down and hold it in that position. Depress the trigger to turn on the power head. Release the lock-off button and continue to squeeze the trigger for continued operation.
2. The rotational speed of the tool is controlled with the variable-speed trigger. More pressure on the trigger results in higher speed; less pressure on the trigger results in lower speed. Adjust the speed to suit the task at hand.
   NOTICE: The motor runs only when the lock-off button and trigger are both pressed.

Speed-Adjustment Function (Fig. 7)
The power head has two speeds. Position"1" is for low speed while Position "2" is for high speed. Push or pull the high/low-speed switch to choose the suitable speed during operation.

To stop the power head
Release the trigger to stop the power head.

Always remove the battery pack from the power head during work breaks and after finishing work.

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.
NOTICE: 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. Please contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.

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.

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.

CLEANING THE POWER HEAD

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Clean dirt and debris from the power head using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

NOTICE: 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.

STORING THE POWER HEAD

1. Remove the battery pack from the power head before storing.
2. Clean all foreign material from the power head.
3. Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
4. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

See the applicable attachment's operator's manual.