Use and Care Manual

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a haz-

ard or cause product damage.

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the product before in-

specting, cleaning or performing any maintenance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws,

nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product

until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please call 1-888-909-6757 or contact an

authorized service center for assistance.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from

various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to

remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING

Donotatanytimeletbrakeuids,gasoline,petroleum-basedproducts,penetrating oils, etc.,

come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may

result in serious personal injury.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer.

All other parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.

BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING

WARNING

Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt

to destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any of its components. Lithium-ion and nickel-

cadmium batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both terminals

with metal objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from children. Failure

tocomplywiththesewarningscouldresultinreand/orseriousinjury.

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

•Always place the blade cover on the blade before storing or transporting the hedge trimmer.

Use caution to avoid the sharp teeth of the blade.

•Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. Store the hedge trimmer indoors, in a

dry place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden

chemicals and de-icing salts.