ITEM # 970802 40 V POLE HEDGE TRIMMER MODEL #KPH 2540A-06 Español p. 19 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
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PACKAGE CONTENTS A B C D E F PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY A Front/Auxiliary Handle 1 B Handle Pole 1 C Hedge Trimmer Head 1 D Blade Cover 1 E Battery 1 F Charger 1 3
HARDWARE CONTENTS (not shown actual size) BB AA Bracket Qty. 1 Fastening Knob Qty. 1 4 CC Bolt Qty.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOLS Save these Instructions The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. WORK AREA SAFETY • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
SAFETY INFORMATION Always wear eye protection. A hedge trimmer can throw foreign objects into your eyes which could cause permanent eye damage. Always wear safety goggles with side shields that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Ordinary eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are not safety goggles. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE • Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
SAFETY INFORMATION HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS • Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury. • Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. Blades coast after turn off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
PREPARATION Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product. Estimated Assembly Time: 3 minutes UNPACKING • This product has been shipped unassembled. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the Package Contents list are included.
KNOW YOUR POLE HEDGE TRIMMER P O N M L K Q J PART I H G R S 11 DESCRIPTION G Battery Release Button H Rear Handle I Lock-off Lever J Safety Lock Button K Lower Tube L Collar M Upper Tube N Pivot Button O Seven-Position Pivoting Head P Blade Q Blade Cover R Trigger Switch S Battery Compartment
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Connect the upper tube and the lower tube a. Align the arrow on the end of the lower tube (K) with the arrow on the upper tube (M). Connect both tubes together. b. Rotate the collar (L) toward the locked symbol to secure the tubes together. 1 L K WARNING Periodically check the connections to ensure that they are tightened securely. 2. Attach the auxiliary handle a.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Holding and controlling the pole hedge trimmer • Always hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands on the handles. Make sure you always have good balance and secure footing. • Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles. Place one hand on the front/auxiliary handle and the other on the rear handle. 1 2. Starting and stopping the pole hedge trimmer • Push forward on the safety lock button (J), making sure it is in the unlocked position. • Press the lock-off lever (I).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4. Tips for optimum use • Start by trimming the top of the hedge. Slightly tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the line of cut) so that the blade tips point slightly toward the hedge. This will cause the blades to cut more effectively. Hold the tool at the desired angle and move it steadily along the line of cut. The doublesided blade allows you to cut in either direction.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Pole Hedge Trimmer Blade Maintenance Note: Before performing maintenance, remove the battery from the hedge trimmer. 1. Remove dirt and debris from blades using a small dry paint brush or equivalent (not included). 2. Clean blades by spraying an appropriate degreaser (not included) on the blades and cutting bar. 3. After heavy use, it is recommended to thoroughly check your blades for deformation or imperfections and, if required, file edges to provide a sharper cut.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 4. After each blade is sharpened, it is required to apply a light machine oil or lithium-based spray-on grease (not included) to the blades. Transporting and storing • Always place the blade cover on the blade before storing or transporting the pole hedge trimmer. Use caution to avoid the sharp teeth of the blade. • Clean the pole hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing. Store the pole hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is inaccessible to children.
WARRANTY 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Kobalt 40 V Hedge Trimmer is warranted to the original purchaser from the original purchase date for five (5) years subject to the warranty coverage described herein. This Kobalt 40 V Hedge Trimmer is warranted for the original user to be free from defects in material and workmanship.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
