Operating Guide

BATTERY HANDLING
12 – English
Battery
The display shows the battery capacity and if there are
any problems with the battery. The battery capacity is
displayed for 5 seconds after the machine is switched off
or the battery indicator button (1) is pressed. The warning
symbol on the battery is lit when an error has occurred
(2). See fault codes.
(Figure 27)
Battery charger
Connect the battery charger
• Connect the battery charger to the voltage and
frequency specified on the rating plate.
• The battery will not be charged if the battery
temperature is over 50
°C (122 °F).
Connect the battery to the battery
charger.
Regularly check that the battery charger and the battery
are intact. See instructions under the heading
Maintenance.
The battery must be charged before using it the first time.
The batter
y is only 30% charged when delivered.
• Connect the battery to the battery charger. (Figure
11)
• The green charging light on the charger is lit when the
battery is connected to the battery charger. The
charging process is ongoing.
(Figure 10)
• When all the LEDs are lit on the battery, it is fully
charged.
(Figure 12)
• Pull out the plug. Never jerk the power supply cable to
disconnect it from the wall socket.
• Disconnect the charger from the battery.
Charging status
Lithium-ion batteries can be charged at whatever
charging level. The charging process can be cancelled or
started whatever the battery’s charge level is. A fully
charged battery will not lose its charge even when the
battery is left in the charger.
Transport and storage
• The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the
Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
• For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on packing
and labeling must be observed.
• For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting
an e
xpert for hazardous material is required. Please
also observe possibly more detailed national
regulations.
• Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the
batter
iy in such a manner that it cannot move around
in the packing.
• Always remove the battery for storage or transport.
• Store the battery and the battery charger in a dry,
moisture-free and frost-free space.
• Do not store the battery in places where static
electricity can occur. Never store the battery in a metal
box.
• Store the battery where the temperature is between 5
°C (41 °F) and 25 °C (77 °F) and never in direct
sunlight.
• Store the battery charger where the temperature is
between 40
°F and 113 °F and never in direct sunlight.
• Store the battery charger only in an enclosed and dry
space
.
• Be sure to store the battery separate from the battery
charger. Store the equipment in a lockable area so
that it is out of reach of children and unauthorized
persons.
• Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete
ser
vice is carried out before long-term storage.
• Secure the machine during transport.
Disposal of the battery, battery
charger and machine
Symbols on the product or its packaging indicate that this
product cannot be handled as domestic waste. It must
instead be submitted to an appropriate recycling station
for the recovery of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring that this product is taken care of correctly,
y
ou can help to counteract the potential negative impact
on the environment and people that can otherwise result
through the incorrect waste management of this product.
For more detailed information about recycling this
product, contact your municipality, your domestic waste
service or the shop from where you purchased the
product.
LED lights Battery status
All LEDs are lit
Fully charged (67%–
100%).
LED 1, LED 2 are lit.
The battery is 34%-66%
charged.
LED 1 is lit.
The battery is 1%-33%
charged.
LED 1 flashes.
The battery is empty.
Charge the battery.
!
WARNING! Risk of electric shock and
short circuiting. Use approved and intact
wall sockets. Make sure that the cable is
not damaged. Replace cable if it appears
to be damaged in any way. Carry the
hedge trimmer by the handle with the
cutter blade stopped.