Use and Care Manual

pack from the charger and disconnect the charger from
the outlet.
After charging, the battery pack may be stored on the
charger, as long as the charger is not plugged in.
Store the battery pack fully charged.
LUBRICATING THE CUTTING BLADE
For easier operation and longer life, lubricate the cutter
blades before and after every use. Apply the oil so that
it runs between the two blades. Lubricants should be a
non-toxic, non-hazardous, corrosion preventive lubricant
speci! cally for lubricating moving metal parts.
STORING THE POWER TOOL
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Remove debris with a soft brush or dry cloth. Never
clean with water, cleaning " uids, or solvents.
3. Use a soft brush to remove debris from the air vents.
4. Inspect the tool carefully. If the tool is damaged in any
way, contact an authorized service center. Never use a
damaged tool.
5. Lubricate the cutting blade.
6. Put the blade cover on the blade.
7. Store in a cool, dry place and out of reach of children.
STORING THE CHARGER
Remove debris with a soft brush or dry cloth. Never
clean with water, cleaning " uids, or solvents.
Unplug the charger when there is no battery pack in it.
Store the charger at normal room temperature. Do not
store it in excessive heat.
TROUBLESHOOTING
a WARNING: Always stop the power tool and disconnect the power cord before performing any of the
recommended remedies below.
Trouble Cause Remedy
The motor fails to start when the
trigger is squeezed.
1. Battery pack is not secure.
2. Battery pack is not charged.
1. Make sure the battery pack is fully
secured in the power tool.
2. Charge the battery pack.
The power tool will not start. 1. Attachment not correctly
assembled in the powerhead.
2. Battery pack is not secure.
3. Battery pack is not charged.
4. Defective power switch.
1. Assemble the attachment correctly in
the powerhead.
2. Make sure the battery pack is fully
secured in the power tool.
3. Charge the battery pack.
4. Call an authorized service center
Cutting blade stops under load Cutting too fast Cut at a slower pace.
Fails to stop when one switch lever
is released.
Internal wiring defective Call an authorized service center
Poor cut quality 1. Debris caught in blades
2. Damaged blades
1. Clear debris from blades
2. Call an authorized service center
TECHNICAL DATA
Rated voltage 20V
Cutting length
40.6 cm (16 in)
Maximum cutting diameter
Ø12.7 mm (0.5 in)
Weight of powerhead only 0.83 kg (1.83 lb)
Weight of attachment only 1.69 kg (3.72 lb)
Weight of battery pack 0.39 kg (0.85 lb)
Weight of product with battery pack and attachment 2.92 kg (6.43 lb)
Battery pack type
20V, 2.5Ah Lithium-Ion
Battery pack run time (no load) Up to 25 minutes
Battery pack charge time 3 hours
Environmental protection
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.
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