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Cordless Hedge Trimmer Model number: HT20 OPERATING MANUAL ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS 2016...
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining. WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be observed when using an electrical appliance to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or serious injury.
Battery safety: damaged guards or without the guards in place. • This product contains Li-Ion • This appliance is not intended for use batteries. Do not incinerate batteries by persons (including children) with or expose to high temperatures, as reduced physical, sensory or mental they may explode.
Preparation • Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have the machine repaired • Before use, always visually inspect only by an authorised repairer. the machine for damaged, missing or • When not in use, store the machine misplaced guards or shields. out of the reach of children.
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Warning Label Descriptions Measured sound power level: 90.47dB(A) Read instruction Guaranteed sound power level: 94dB(A) manual before use Note: Measured noise values determined according to 2000/14 EC (1.60m height, 1.0m distance away). Wear eye protection when using this product. Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.
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Assembly Hedge trimmer head Hedge trimmer main body When inserting the body into the hedge trimmer head, ensure the body is the right way up. The shapes need to match or the handle will not fit. Fit the head to the main body With the blade cover still on, connect the hedge trimmer blade to the head.
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Operation safety button (located both sides) safety button located both sides trigger Push and hold the safety button on either When you release the trigger the hedge side, then press the trigger to operate. trimmer will stop. Rotating the hedge trimmer blade Firmly grip the head of the trimmer and press and hold the green button.
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Removing the blade Remove the battery and ensure the cover is Press the green buttons on either side of on the blade. the trimmer head. The blade will pivot away from the head.
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Up high Firmly grip the base and lower end of the pole for reaching high hedge tops. Standard reach Firmly grip the base and middle section of the pole for reaching standard height hedge tops. Firmly grip the handle and lower end of the pole for trimming the bottom of hedges.
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Using your hedge trimmer Hold the trimmer away from your body using both hands and stand on a solid and secure surface. The double edge blade allows you to cut with either a side to side or up and down motion: When cutting move slowly and steadily so that stems are fed directly into the blade.
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Removing the battery for charging Press both buttons at the same time and pull to remove the battery. Checking battery charge status 100% - 60% - 30% -10% - 1% Figures are approximate. Press the button to check how much charge The number of lit LEDs shows the charge.
Charging the battery Plug the charger into an ordinary plug Connect the charger to the battery where socket. indicated. While charging the LEDs will progressively When the battery is fully charged the LEDs pulse until all four are lit. will stop pulsing and remain green in colour. Reconnecting battery to hedge trimmer For reconnecting the battery to your hedge trimmer, please refer to the instructions on page 7 of this manual.
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To reduce risk of injury ensure that protective blade guard is fitted when the trimmer is not in use, being transported, handled or stored. To ensure that your HT20 gives you long and reliable service, carry out the following maintenance regularly: •...
3. Charge battery. LEDs show solid red 1. The hedge trimmer has jammed. 2. Check blade and remove any debris. If this doesn’t solve your problem don’t worry, we will help. Go to www.gtech.co.uk or call 01905 345 891...
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HEDGE TRIMMER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Blade length 315mm Blade cutting width 15mm No load speed 1120min-1 Battery 18V DC 2000mAh Li-ion Charging period 4 hours Battery charger output 0.5A Battery charger input 100-240V~50/60Hz Battery charger type K135s270050B Measure sound power level, LpA,d 88.28dB(A) K:2.45dB(A) Guaranteed sound power level, LwA,d 96dB(A) Weight...
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Environmental and Product Recycling symbol indicates that this product is covered by legislation for waste electrical and electronic products (EN2002/96/EC) When the product has reached the end of its life please do not dispose of it with general household waste. Consider the environment and take it to a recognised recycling facility. The product contains a Li-Ion battery which should not be disposed of with general household waste.
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• Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than Gtech or its authorised agents. • If you are in doubt as to what is covered by your warranty, please call the Gtech Customer Care Helpline on 01905 345 891.
We, manufacturer/importer Grey Technology Ltd 1&2 Cupola Court Spetchley Worcestershire WR5 1RL declare that the product HT20 Cordless Hedge Trimmer complies with the essential health and safety requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC - EMC Directive. 2006/42/EC - Machinery Directive 2006/95/EC...
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