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Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
a
Read instruction manual before use.
g
Wear ear protection.
f
Wear eye protection
Do not expose the tool to rain or high humidity or leave
outdoors while it is raining.
Keep hands away from blade.
Switch the tool off. Before performing any
maintenance on the tool, remove the battery from
the tool.
Directive 2000/14/EC guaranteed sound power.
Date Code Position (Fig. B)
The production date code
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by a 2-digit week and is extended by a 2-digit factory code.
Description (Fig. A)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
Trigger switch
1
Lock-off
2
Main handle
3
Bail handle switch
4
Bail handle
5
Blade guard
6
Blade
7
Battery
8
Battery release button
9
Blade cover
10
Intended Use
Your D
WALT, DCMHT573 hedge trimmer has been designed
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for professional landscaping applications.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
This hedge trimmer is a professional power tool.
DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.
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Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
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consists of a 4-digit year followed
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This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with this product.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can cause injury.
WARNING: Use only D
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (Fig. B)
nOTE: Make sure your battery pack
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack with the rails inside the tool's
handle (Fig. B).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap into place.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the battery release button
battery pack out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some D
WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge, which
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consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button
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. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate, designating the level of charge left. When the level
of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
nOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can cause injury.
WALT batteries and chargers.
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is fully charged.
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and firmly pull the
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