CONTENTS General safety warnings Intended use Warning symbols In the box Assembly Operating the hedge trimmer Maintenance and storage Troubleshooting Technical data Recycling and disposal Getting help Warranty...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS Safety warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions designated by the symbol. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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Work area safety • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. •...
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balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. •...
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• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. •...
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contacts eyes, immediately seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. Service a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
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• Check the hedge for foreign objects, e.g. wire fences. • Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury. Additional safety instructions for batteries and chargers Batteries •...
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• Wipe the battery pack with a clean, dry cloth if it becomes dirty. • Use only the correct type of battery for the tool (see technical data). • Only dispose of electrical or battery items in appropriate collection schemes. •...
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connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of children. • Remove the battery from the equipment when not in use. WARNING! The batteries in your battery pack are the lithium-ion type.
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• Before using the charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on the charger. • The charger and battery pack supplied with this tool are specially designed to work together. Only use the charger with the battery pack for this tool. •...
INTENDED USE This Li-ion hedge trimmer ASYEHT01450 is intended for trimming hedges, bushes and shrubs. Observe the technical data for the maximum cutting capacity. Do not cut non-plant material or branches exceeding the stated maximum capacity. For safety reasons, it is essential to read the entire instruction manual before first operation and to observe all the instructions herein.
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Wear dust mask. Keep fingers away from moving cutting device! Disconnect the battery pack before any adjustment or maintenance. Do not expose to rain. Guaranteed sound power level data (94dB), in accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC. WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE CHARGER Before use, carefully read through the user manual.
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The product complies with the applicable UK Directives, and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives was done. WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE BATTERY Anode Cathode Do not dispose of batteries in rivers or immerse in water. Do not subject the battery to strong sunlight over long periods and do not leave it on a heater (max.
ASSEMBLY WARNING! Before using the tool, read all instructions carefully. CHARGING THE BATTERY WARNING! The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together so do not attempt to use any other devices. Never insert or allow metallic objects into your charger or battery pack connections because an electrical failure and hazard will occur.
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3. The battery pack will be fully charged in 4-5 hours. And the three LED (A2) lights turn green to tell you that the battery pack is fully charged. Important charging notes Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between 18-24 C.
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(2). Move the charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 18-24 (3). If charging problems persist, take or send the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service centre. 5. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously.
REMOVE OR INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK WARNING! Always release the on/off trigger before insertion or removal of the battery pack. Remove the battery pack. Depress the button (D) on the two sides of the battery pack, and then remove the pack (E) from the tool.
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TAKE OFF THE BLADE SHEATH 1. Take off the blade sheath. Note! Make sure the battery pack is taken from the trimmer. SWITCHING ON Hold the product with one hand at the rear handle and the other at the front handle. Press the trigger (F) and the front handle safety switch (G) at the same time, to switch the product on.
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CUTTING GUIDE WARNING! Before using this hedge trimmer, make sure that you have read all of the safety instructions. When operating the unit, check for the following: - Wear eye protection and appropriate clothing. - Hold the front handle with one hand and the rear handle with the other hand.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE WARNING! Before performing any repair work, always remove the battery pack. CLEANING THE PRODUCT Use a soft brush to remove any accumulated dust. Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning. Wipe down the product enclosure with a slightly damp cloth.
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STORAGE AND TRANSPORT 1. After cleaning the unit thoroughly. Store the unit in a safe, dry room, allowing the motor to cool down beforehand. 2. Store the machine out of the reach of children. 3. Use the original packaging whenever possible. UK PLUG If you need to replace the fitted plug, then follow the instructions below.
WARNING! Never connect live or neutral wires to the earth terminal of the plug. Only fit an approved 13 Amp BS 1363 or BS 1363/A plug and the correctly rated fuse. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. TROUBLESHOOTING Although your new cordless hedge trimmer is really easy to operate, if you do experience problems, check the following: Problem Possible cause...
TECHNICAL DATA Model no. ASYEHT01450 Voltage 18V d.c. Battery type Lithium-ion No load speed 1400/min Cutting length/tooth gap 405mm/14mm Battery pack Model ZDBP18012001 Battery type Lithium-ion Battery capacity 2.0Ah Charging time Approx. 4 hours Charger Model XZ2200-0500WB Input voltage of charger...
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WARNING! The sound values have been determined according to the noise test code given in EN60745-1, using the basic standards EN ISO 11201 and EN ISO 3744. The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 80dB(A) and ear protection measures are necessary. The declared vibration value (according to EN 60745- 1:2009) has been measured in accordance with a standard test method, and may be used for comparing...
RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice. GETTING HELP Our dedicated UK-based customer helpline is open 7 days a week to assist you with assembly, parts queries and technical support.
WARRANTY This product is covered by a 1 year warranty. The warranty covers any manufacturing defect in materials, workmanship and finish. Any claim under this warranty must be made by going to your nearest Homebase store, taking your proof of purchase with you, and claims must be made within 1 year of the date of purchase.
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