X7722271404 / X772000164 DH2000 CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER (w/ battery and charger) DH2000W CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER (w/o battery and charger) Instruction Manual Some of the dust created by this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an instruction manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DH2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 3 The Instruction Manual ................................................................................................................ 3 Servicing Information ........
DH2000 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Shindaiwa family. This Shindaiwa product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability. Read and understand this manual. You will find this manual both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages. The Instruction Manual Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contains specifications and information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage, and assembly specific to this product.
SAFETY DH2000 SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you. The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.
DH2000 SAFETY International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description Read Instruction Manual Wear slip resistant footwear Fire Hazard, Risk of Explosion or Burns Power ON / OFF Wear Head, Eye, and Hearing Protection Finger Sever Hazard Check Charger’s Power Supply and Plug for Damage Do not operate without guards in place Wear Hand and Foot Protection DO NOT Use in Rain; Protect from Fluids Remove Battery from Hedge Trimmer When Not in Use Recy
SAFETY DH2000 Important Information - Read All Instructions When using unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. • Before assembling, operating, or servicing your unit, you must read and understand this Instruction Manual. • You must understand all safety symbols and warning labels, and obey the safety precautions provided by these important safety reminders.
DH2000 SAFETY • Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. • Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. • When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
SAFETY DH2000 • Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. • Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
DH2000 SAFETY • Before starting the hedge trimmer, make sure the blade is not in contact with any object. • Never cut any material with a diameter larger than 15 mm (0.6 in). • Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. • Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles.
SAFETY DH2000 • DO NOT WEAR SHORTS. • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth. • Keep clothing buttoned or zipped, and keep shirt tails tucked in. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles: • DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES. • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED. Keep long hair away from moving parts. Retain hair with cap or net.
DH2000 SAFETY Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI). An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area.
SAFETY DH2000 Battery • For use only with part numbers 99945600300 or 99945600301 chargers. Risk of fire and burns. Do not open, crush, heat above 60 ºC (140º F) or incinerate. Follow all safety instructions. • DO NOT charge or use a defective, damaged or deformed battery. Do not open, damage, or drop the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage and severe chemical burns to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
DH2000 SAFETY Battery Charger TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. • This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model 99945600300 or 99945600301. • Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product using battery. • To reduce risk of injury, charge only SHINDAIWA lithium-ion rechargeable battery Model 99945600200 or 99945600201.
DESCRIPTION DH2000 DESCRIPTION Safety Decals Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your authorized Shindaiwa dealer. See SERVICING INFORMATION for details. 1. BLADE TIP GUARD - Protects blades from the wear and damage of hitting against foundation walls or digging into soil to help prolong the life of the blades. 2.
DH2000 DESCRIPTION 10. THROTTLE TRIGGER - Spring loaded to return to stop when released. 11. BLADE GUARD - Reduces risk of contact with blades and helps guide material into cutters. 12. BLADES - Double reciprocating blades mounted to a blade support bar. The blades are double sided, capable of cutting on either side. 13. BLADE COVER - Used to cover blades during transportation or storage. Remove blade cover before using hedge trimmer. 14. BATTERY USAGE DECAL 15. GENERAL WARNING DECAL 16.
CONTENTS DH2000 CONTENTS The Shindaiwa product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or Shindaiwa Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. Battery and charger may be sold separately.
DH2000 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Battery Installation Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. The hedge trimmer will operate when the battery is installed, the power indicator LED is lit, and the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, and interlock switch are engaged. Make sure the hedge trimmer is properly positioned to prevent loss of control and possible serious injury.
OPERATION DH2000 OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing, and loose objects away from all openings. ALWAYS turn power to unit off, remove battery, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, cleaning, or servicing unit.
DH2000 OPERATION The blades will operate when the battery is installed, the power indicator LED is lit, and the trigger, throttle trigger lockout, and interlock switch are engaged. Make sure the hedge trimmer is properly positioned to prevent loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts off the ground and away from objects that could become entangled. 1. Remove blade cover. 2. Push power button (A) once to turn on power to unit.
OPERATION DH2000 When power to the unit is turned on: • After one minute of inactivity, unit will power itself off. • If the LED remains lit, operation is normal. • If the LED flashes once per second, the battery needs to be charged. • If the LED flashes four times per second, there is a fault within the hedge trimmer. Turn power off to unit. Remove battery. Clear debris from around the blades. Install battery. Turn power on to unit.
DH2000 OPERATION • Do not try to cut stems or twigs that are larger than 15 mm (0.6 in) in. thick, or those obviously too large to feed into the cutting blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning saw to trim large stems. • If blades do become jammed, stop the motor, allow the blades to stop and remove the battery pack before attempting to remove the obstruction. X7508170201 © 03/2016 ECHO Inc.
MAINTENANCE DH2000 MAINTENANCE Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. • Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing, and loose objects away from all openings. ALWAYS turn power to unit off, remove battery, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, cleaning, or servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service.
DH2000 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Battery and Battery Compartment Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. 1. Remove battery and use compressed air or a soft bristle brush to remove debris from battery and battery compartment. Risk of electric shock or fire. Do not use electricity conducting materials to clean battery or battery compartment. Charging Battery Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual.
MAINTENANCE DH2000 5. Verify battery is fully charged by removing battery from charger, then pressing battery charge status button (C), and checking LED display (D). • 1 green light indicates that the battery has 0-25% charge. • 2 green lights indicate that the battery has 25-50% charge. • 3 green lights indicate that the battery has 50-75% charge. • 4 green lights indicate that the battery has 75-100% charge. 6. Disconnect battery charger from power supply.
DH2000 MAINTENANCE Gear Box Note: Apply lithium based grease every 15-20 hours of use. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. 1. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A). 2. Apply 3 pumps of grease [about 2 g (0.07 oz)] into fitting, DO NOT over fill. Leave room for the grease to expand during operation. 3. Wipe excess grease from around grease fitting.
MAINTENANCE DH2000 1. Stop hedge trimmer (See “Stopping Cordless Electric Hedge Clipper”). 2. Remove battery (See “Battery Removal”) 3. Remove blade guard. (see “Blade Guard Remove/Install instructions”). 4. Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots (A) on bottom of blade. Do not pry against cutting edges. 5. File each edge carefully. Follow the original shape of the blade. 45o If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to overheat. 6. Brush loose debris and file shavings from blades. 7.
DH2000 MAINTENANCE 3. Tighten blade screws (A) securely. Remove Blade Guard Note: Do not operate hedge trimmer without blade guard and blade tip guard installed. 1. Stop hedge trimmer (See “Stopping Cordless Electric Hedge Clipper”) 2. Remove battery (See “Battery Removal”) Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands.
TROUBLESHOOTING DH2000 TROUBLESHOOTING Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. Trouble Cause Red Charger light flashes or does not light up -Plug not connected to power outlet -Plug in the charger -Battery pack not installed properly -Check the battery pack installation -Obstructed connection -Reinstall battery pack again after removing obstructions from connection.
DH2000 STORAGE STORAGE Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. Do not store in an enclosure where combustible fumes may accumulate. Electric Hedge Trimmer Do not store your unit without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the following: 1. Turn power to unit off. 2. Remove battery from hedge trimmer. See Battery Removal. 3. Remove accumulation of dirt and debris from exterior of unit. 4. Tighten all screws and nuts. 5.
DISPOSAL DH2000 DISPOSAL Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. Hedge Trimmer Major plastic parts making up the product have codes showing their materials. The codes refer to the following materials; dispose of those plastic parts in accordance with local regulations.
DH2000 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL DH2000 DH2000W 1138 mm (44.8 in) w/o Battery Length 1196 mm (47.1 in) with Battery Width 232 mm (9.1in) Height 197 mm (7.8 in) Weight 4.3 kg (9.5 lb) Cutter Double Reciprocating Blade, Double Sided Blades Effective Blade Length 624 mm (24.6 in) Pitch 30 mm (1.2 in) Height 20 mm (0.8 in) Blade Stroke 3300 SPM Maximum Diameter Cut 15 mm (0.6 in) Battery Type Li-ion Battery Pack Voltage 56 Volts (rated 50.
WARRANTY STATEMENTS DH2000 WARRANTY STATEMENTS SHINDAIWA LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR 56V CORDLESS TOOLS SOLD IN USA AND CANADA ECHO'S RESPONSIBILITY - ECHO Incorporated’s Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this Shindaiwa product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO, Inc.
DH2000 WARRANTY STATEMENTS PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD - RENTAL APPLICATION • 90-DAY WARRANTY - Units for rental use will be covered against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
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