• A battery-operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery. • Use a battery-operated tool only with specified battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire. • Use only Greenworks batteries. PERSONAL SAFETy • Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
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SAfETy INfORMATION • Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. • Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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SAfETy INfORMATION FOR HEDgE TRIMMERS D A N g E R If the hedge trimmer blade jams or gets caught on an electrical cord or wires, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE fOR ANy REASON! ITCAN BE ELECTRICALLy LIVE AND CAUSE SERIOUS OR fATAL INJURy! Release or drop the trimmer in the quickest, safest way.
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SAfETy INfORMATION W A R N I N g If the battery fluid gets in your eyes, flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention. Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet conditions. Do not immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in water or other liquid. • Do not allow the battery pack or charger to overheat. If they are warm, allow them to cool down.
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SAfETy INfORMATION W A R N I N g READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow safety rules listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or personal injury: • Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Never pull on the cord to remove the plug from the power outlet.
SyMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz frequency (cycles per second)
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SyMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SyMBOL SIgNAL MEANINg DANgER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNINg Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
KNOW yOUR 24V CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER Auxiliary Lock button handle for rotating Guard handle Lock out button Blade Trigger Blade switch support Battery Battery pack pack latch Lock button for rotating handle Fig. 1 KNOW yOUR HEDgE TRIMMER (See Figure 1.) The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTION BATTERy IMPORTANT! The battery pack is not charged when it is purchased. Before using the hedger for the first time, place the battery pack in the battery charger and charge. Make sure to read all safety precautions, and follow the instructions in the Battery Charger section. To remove the battery (See Figure 2.) : 1. Slide the latch button on the battery pack down (1) and hold. 2. Grasp the trigger handle (2) firmly. Pull the battery pack out of the handle.
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ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTION UNPACKINg • This product requires no assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. • Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ON/Off SwITchES (See Figure 3.) The hedge trimmer has one switch controls and a lock-Off button used together to prevent ac- cidental start-ups or injury. 1. Place one hand on the trigger handle (1). Place the other hand on the Auxiliary handle. 2.
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OPERATION USINg THE ROTATINg REAR HANDLE (See Figure 4.) 1. Place the hedge trimmer on a flat and even surface. 2. Make sure that you released the trigger. 3. Press the lock button and begin turning the rear handle. Release the lock button and turn the handle 90 degrees to either side until it clicks into place and the button pops out. 4.
BATTERy CHARGER CHARgINg PROCEDURE (See Figure 5. ) The battery is not shipped fully charged. It is recommended to fully charge before N O T E : first use to ensure that maximum run time can be achieved. This lithium-ion battery will not develop a memory and may be charged at any time. A fully discharged battery pack will require approximately 100 minutes to fully charge from a discharged state.
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BATTERy CHARGER W A R N I N g If the battery is inserted into the charger when warm or hot, the CHARGING LED indicator light on the charger may switch on and illuminate ORANGE. If this occurs allow the battery to cool outside of the charger from approximately 30 minutes.
MAINTENANCE W A R N I N g To avoid risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution: • Do not use a damp cloth or detergent on the battery or battery charger. • Always remove the battery pack before cleaning, inspecting, or performing any maintenance on the hedge trimmer. Cleaning 1.
ENVIRONMENTALLy SAfE BATTERy DISPOSAL The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this hedge trimmer battery pack: Lithium-Ion, a toxic material. W A R N I N g All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment. Before disposing of damaged or worn out Lithium-Ion battery packs, contact your local waste disposal agency, or the local Environmental Protection Agency for information and specific instructions. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal centre, certified for lithium disposal.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor fails to start Battery is not secure. To secure the battery pack, make sure when switch trigger the latches on the top of the battery pack is depressed. snap into place. Battery is not charged. Charge the battery pack according to the instructions included with your model.
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PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 34106647 right handle 34105647 left handle 34107647 switch button 32201647 spring 32201459 screw 34109453-1 button 32211365 screw 3290675 washer 34104647 decoration ring 34102647 button 36301454-1 switch 34108647 right housing 34103647 left housing 3220203 screw 34101647 guard shield...
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