Craftsman 138. 99017 User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL DEL OPERADOR
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40V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER
CORTASETOS INALAMBRICO LITIO-ION 40V
Model No.
138. 99017
NQmero de modelo
138. 99017
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Alt WARNING: To reduce the risk
of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator's manual
before using this product.
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411 ADVERTENCIA: Para reducirel
riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe Jeer
y comprender el manual dei operador
antes de usar este producto.
Customer Help Line: 1-888-288-7098
Tel_fonodeatenci6n al consumidor: 1-888-266-7096
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
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ENGLISH
• Warranty ................................................................... 2
• Introduction ............................................................... 2
• General Safety Rules ................................................ 3
• Specific Safety Rules ............................................. 4-5
• Symbols ................................................................ 6-7
• Features .................................................................... 8
• Assembly ................................................................... 8
• Operation ............................................................. 9-10
• Maintenance ............................................................ 11
• Illustrated parts list .................................................. 12
• Figure numbers (illustrations) .................................. i-ii
ESPANOL
• Garantfa ............. Intges seccion ................................ 2
• Introducci6n .............. Inlges seccion .......................... 2
• Reglas de seguridad generales ............................. 3-4
• Reglas de seguridad especfficas ........................... 4-5
• Sfmbolos ................................................................ 6-7
• Caracteffsticas .......................................................... 8
• Armado ..................................................................... 8
• Funcionamiento .................................................... 9-11
• Mantenimiento .................................................... 11-12
• Figura numeras (itustraciones) ................................. i-ii
CRAFTSMAN ®FOUR YEAR FULL WARRANTY
FOR FOUR YEARS from the date of purchase this product is warranted against any defects in material or
workmanship. FOR TWO YEARS from the purchase date a supplied battery pack or charger is warranted against
material or workmanship defects. With proof of purchase, a defective product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web site: www. craftsman, corn
This warranty is void ifthis product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
GARANT|A COMPLETA DE CUATRO AltOS CRAFTSMAN ®
Esta soplador tiene garantfa por cualquier defecto en material o mano de obra DURANTE CUATRO ANOS desde
la fecha de compra. Las bateffas y el cargador tienen garantfa por cualquier defecto durante dos a¢_odesde la fecha
de compra. Los productos defectuosos se remplazaran sin cargo.
Para conocer los detalles sobre la cobertura de la garantia para obtener un remplazo gratuito, visite el sitio
web: www.craftsman.com.
La garantfa pierde validez si este producto se utiliza mientras se prestan servicios comerciales o si se alquila a otra persona.
Esta garantfa le otorga derechos legales especificos yes posible que tambien tenga derechos que varian segOn el estado.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
2 -- English

Thistoolhasmanyfeaturesformakingitsusemorepleasantandenjoyable.Safety,performance,and
dependabilityhavebeengiventoppriorityinthedesignofthisproductmakingiteasytomaintainandoperate.
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dise_odeesteproductosehaconferidoprioridadalaseguridad,eldesempe¢_oylafiabilidad,porIocualse
facilitasumanejoymantenimiento.
,_ WARNING" Read and understand all
instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire,
and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Know your hedge trimmer. Read and understand
the operator's manual and observe the warnings
and instruction labels affixed to the hedge
trimmer.
Stay alert -- watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power
hedge trimmer. Do not use hedge trimmer while
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power hedge trimmers may result in
serious personal injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to
use this unit.
Use Safety Glasses -- always wear eye
protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
Disconnect Hedge Trimmer - remove battery from
hedge trimmer when not in use, before servicing,
when changing accessories, such as blade and
the like.
• Do Not Overreach -- Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the hedge trimmer in
unexpected situations. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support.
• Do not operate in poor lighting.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a safe distance from
moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting
blades when they are moving.
• Do not use hedge trimmer if switch does not
turn it on or off. A hedge trimmer that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
• Avoid Accidental Starting -- Be sure switch is
in the locked or off position before plugging into
power cord. Carrying hedge trimmers with your
finger on the switch or plugging the power cord
into a hedge trimmer with the switch on invites
accidents.
• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask
if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will •
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Dress Properly -- Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, •
or long hair can get caught in moving parts.
• Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and
gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short
pants, sandals, or jewelry of any kind. Do not go
barefoot.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
• Keep Children Away -- keep all bystanders,
children, and pets at least 50 feet away.
• Use Right Appliance - do not use appliance for
any job except that for which it is intended.
• Don't Force Hedge Trimmer. It will do the job
better and less with likelihood of risk of injury at
the rate for which it was designed
Avoid Dangerous Environments -- Do not use the
hedge trimmer in damp or wet locations. Do not
operate the hedge trimmer in rain.
Maintain Hedge Trimmer with Care -- Follow
instructions for lubrication and changing
accessories, keep handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease. Keep cutting blades sharp and
clean. Properly maintained hedge trimmers with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control and reduce risk of injury.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition
that may affect the hedge trimmer's operation. If
damaged, have the hedge trimmer serviced before
using. A guard or any other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
hedge trimmers.
3 -- English

• Keepthehedgetrimmeranditshandledry,clean
andfreefromoilandgrease.Alwaysuseaclean
clothwhencleaning.Neverusebrakefluids,
gasoline,petroleumbasedproducts,oranystrong
solventstocleanyourhedgetrimmer.Following
thisrulewillreducetheriskoflossofcontroland
deteriorationoftheenclosureplastic.
• Toavoidtheriskofelectricshock,donotoperate
unitindamporwetlocations.
• Useonlyaccessoriesthatarerecommendedbythe
manufacturerforyourmodel.Accessoriesthatmay
besuitableforonehedgetrimmermaycreatea
riskofinjurywhenusedonanotherhedgetrimmer.
• Hedgetrimmerservicemustbeperformedonlyby
qualifiedrepairpersonnel.Serviceormaintenance
performedbyunqualifiedpersonnelmayresultin
ariskofinjury.
• Whenservicingahedgetrimmer,useonly
identicalreplacementparts.Followinstructionsin
theMaintenancesectionofthismanual.Useof
unauthorizedpartsorfailuretofollowMaintenance
instructionsmaycreateariskofshockorinjury.
• Beforestartingthehedgetrimmer,makesure
thebladeisnotincontactwithanyobject.
• Stoptheunit,removethebattery,andmake
surethebladehasstoppedbeforesettingthe
unitdown.
Nevercutanymaterialwithadiameterlarger
than2/3in.
DANGER!Riskofcut.Keephandsawayfrom
blades.Donotattempttoremovecutmaterial
orholdmaterialtobecutwhenbladesare
moving.Keepbothhandsonhandleswhen
powerison.Makesurebatteryisremovedand
thetriggerisreleasedwhenclearingjammed
materialfromblades.Donotgrasptheexposed
cuttingbladesorcuttingedgeswhenpickingup
orholdingtheunit.
Bladescoastafterunitisturnedoff.
Alwaysstopthemotorwhencuttingisdelayed
orwhenwalkingfromonecuttinglocationto
another.
• Keepunitcleanofgrassclippingsandother
materials.Theymaybecomelodgedinthe
cuttingblades.
• StoreIdleHedgeTrimmerIndoors--When
notinuse,productshouldbestoredindoors
inadry,lockedupplace--outofthereachof
children.
Replacescabbardcoverwhenunitisnotin
use.
Neverdouseorsquirttheunitwithwaterorany
otherliquid.Keephandlesdry,clean,andfree
fromdebris.Cleanaftereachuse;seestorage
instructions.
Securetheunitwhiletransporting.
BATTERY SAFETY
• Battery operated units do not have to be plugged
into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
even when unit is not operating.
• Remove the battery pack before making any
adjustments, cleaning, storing, or removing material
from the unit, or when not in use.
• A battery pack must be recharged only with the
specified charger for the battery pack. A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another battery
pack. Use battery pack only with charger listed.
• To reduce the risk of explosion and possible injury,
DO NOT place battery units or their batteries near
fire or heat.
• Do not mutilate the battery pack. Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to
the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
• Batteries can explode in the presence of a source
of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk
of serious personal injury, never use any cordless
product in the presence of open flame. An exploded
battery pack can propel debris and chemical. If
exposed, flush with water immediately.
• For use with Craftsman 40 V lithium-ion battery
packs (#29111 2Ah and #29131 4Ah). Refer to your
battery owners manual for further information.
• Do not charge unit in a damp or wet location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock.
For best results, your battery unit should be charged
in a location where the temperature is more than
50°F (10°C) but less than 100°F (38°0). Do not store
outside or in vehicles.
4 -- English

Underextremeusageortemperatureconditions,
batterypackleakagemayoccur.Ifliquidcomes
incontactwithyourskin,washimmediatelywith
soapandwater,thenneutralizewithlemonjuice
orvinegar.Ifliquidgetsintoyoureyes,flush
themwithcleanwaterforatleast10minutes,
thenseekimmediatemedicalattention.
• Donotcrush,dropordamagebatterypack.Do
notuseabatterypackorchargerthathasbeen
droppedorreceivedasharpblow.Adamaged
batteryissubjecttoexplosion.Properlydispose
ofadroppedordamagedbatteryimmediately.
• Donotdisposeofbatteriesinafire.Thecell
mayexplode.Batteriesshouldberecycled.
Consultyourlocalwasteauthorityforinformation
regardingavailablerecyclingand/ordisposal
options.
• Whenbatterypackisnotinuse,keepitaway
fromothermetalobjectslike:paperclips,coins,
keys,nails,screws,orothersmallmetalobjects
thatcanmakeaconnectionfromoneterminal
toanother.Shortingthebatterypackterminals
togethermaycausesparks,burns,orafire.
• Savetheseinstructions.Refertothemfrequently
andusethemtoinstructotherswhomayuse
thishedgetrimmer.Ifyouloansomeonethis
hedgetrimmer,loanthemtheseinstructions
also.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
,_k WARNING: This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities may contain chemicals, including lead, known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
5 -- English

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
,_ Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death
DANGER: or serious injury,
,_ Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death
WARNING: or serious injury,
,_, Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
CAUTION: moderate injury.
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
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.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
Read Operator's Manual operator's manual before using this product,
O Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
Eye Protection with ANSI Z87.t.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result
No Hands Symbol in serious personal injury.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
O Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling
Gloves the blades.
(_ Hold and operate the hedge trimmer properly with both
Operate With Two Hands hands.
t/_ Moving Parts Keep hands away from moving parts.
6 -- English

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols wilt allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices
Electric Shock can result in electric shock.
This product uses nickel-cadmium (Ni-Od) and lithium-ion
(Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit
Recycle Symbols disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your IocaI
waste authority for information regarding available recycling
and/or disposal options.
V Volts Voltage
hrs Hours Time
m Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no toad
._/rain Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
71 English

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS
Motor ................................................................... 40 V DC
Blade Length .......................................................... 24 in.
Cutting Capacity .................................................... 2/3 in.
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER
See Figure 1,page L
The safe use of this product requires an understanding
of the information on the tool and in this operator's
manual as well as a knowledge of the project you
are attempting. Before use ofthis product, familiarize
yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
GUARD
The guard helps to deflect chips or other debris away
from the operator's hands.
Cutting Speed ................................................ 1600 cuts/min
Weight(without battery pack) ....................... 5.5 Ibs (2.5 Kg)
TRIGGER SWITCH AND LOCK OFF BUI-FON
The trigger switch, located beneath the rear handle, and
the lock-off button, located behind the front handle, must
be depressed simultaneously to allow blade rotation.
Lock-off switch may be released once hedge trimmer is
running.
ROTATING HANDLE
The handle of your hedge trimmer rotates 90 degrees to
the left or right for control and precision trimming.
ADJUSTABLE AUXILIARY HANDLE
The adjustable auxiliary handle adjusts to 3 positions
for better comfort and control.
UNPACKING
This product requires no assembly.
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories
from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the
packing list are included.
• Inspect the product carefully to make sure no
breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-888- 266-7096 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Hedge Trimmer
Scabbard
Operator's Manual
40v Battery
40v Charger
,_WARNING: If any parts are damaged or
missing, do not operate this product until the
parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning
could result in serious personal injury.
_,WARNING: Do not attempt to modify
this product or create accessories not
recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and
could result in a hazardous condition leading to
,_ possible serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not connect to power
supply until assembly is complete. Failure to
comply could result in accidental starting and
possible serious personal injury.
8 -- English

,_WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this
product to make you careless. Remember that
a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to
inflict serious injury.
,_WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields that comply
with ANSI Z87.1 when operating power tools.
Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
,_,WARNING: Do not use any attachments
or accessories not recommended by the
manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
Before each use, inspect the entire product for dam-
aged, 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 by qualified repair
personnel. Call 1-888-266-7096 to obtain replace-
ment parts. Part installation should only be performed
by qualified repair personnel.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
• Trimming and shaping hedges and shrubbery
IMPORTANT: For complete charging instructions,
refer to the Operator's Manuals for the Craftsman 40
volt battery pack and charger.
TO INSTALL /REMOVE BATTERY PACK
CAUTION: When placing battery pack in the tool,
be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the
bottom of the tool and latches into place properly.
Improper installation of the battery pack can cause
damage to internal components.
To remove:
Place the power switch in the OFF position.
Locate the latch on the front of the battery pack and
depress to release the battery pack from the hedge
trimmer.
• Remove battery pack from the hedge trimmer.
,_,WARNING: Battery tools are always in
operating condition. Therefore, switch should
always be locked with hands free of the lock-out
button when not in use. Remove battery pack
when transporting or carrying hedge trimmer to
avoid accidental starting, which may result in
serious injury.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
Craftsman 40 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with
features that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize
battery life. Under some operating conditions, these
built-in features may cause the battery and the tool it is
powering to act differently from nickel-cadmium batter-
ies. During some applications, the battery electronics
may signal the battery to shut down, and cause the
tool to stop running.
See Figure 2, page L
,_ WARNING: Always remove battery pack
from the product when you are assembling
parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when
not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent
accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury. • Remove the scabbard.
To install: • Press and hold the lock-out button.
To reset the battery and tool, place the power switch in
the OFF position; then start the unit and resume nor-
mal operation. If placing the power switch in the OFF
position does not reset the battery and tool, the battery
pack is depleted.If depleted, the battery pack will begin
charging when placed on the lithium-ion charger.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
See Figure 3, page i.
To start:
• Place the power switch in the OFF position. • Depress the switch trigger.
• Place the battery pack in the hedge trimmer. Align • Release the lock-out button. Continue to depress
raised rib on battery pack with groove in the hedge the switch trigger for extended operation.
trimmer's battery port.
• Make sure the latch on the battery pack snaps in
place and that the battery pack is secured in the
hedge trimmer before beginning operation. 9 -- English

To stop: CUI-rlNG TIPS
• Release the switch trigger to stop the hedge ,_DANGER: Never cut near electric cords
trimmer.
Upon release of the switch trigger, the locked-out
button will automatically reset to the locked-out
position.
USING THE ROTATING REAR HANDLE
See Figure 4, page L
• Place the hedge trimmer on a flat and even
surface and disconnect from the power supply.
• Make sure that you released the triggers.
• Press the lock button and begin turning the rear
handle. Release the lock button and turn the
handle 90 degrees to either side until it clicks into
place and the button pops out.
• To turn the handle back to center, press the lock
button again, turn the handle slightly, release the
lock button and continue turning the handle until it
locks into place.
USING THE ADJUSTABLE AUXILIARY HANDLE
See Figure 5, page L
• Place the hedge trimmer on a flat and even
surface and disconnect from the power supply.
• Make sure that you released the triggers.
• Press the side lock button on the handle and
begin moving forward or backwards. Release the
lock button and continue moving the handle until
it locks into place.
HOLDING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
See Figures 6,pages ii.
• The unit has both a front adjustable auxiliary
handle and a rotating rear handle. With the blade
directed away from you, hold the unit by both
handles.
,_ WARNING: Always keep both hands on the
hedge trimmer handles. Never hold shrubs with
one hand and operate hedge trimmer with the
other. Failure to heed this warning can result in
serious injury.
or lines. If blade jams on any electrical cord
or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! IT
CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND
VERY DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the
hedge trimmer by the insulated rear handle
or lay it down and away from you in a safe
manner. Disconnect the electrical service to the
damaged line or cord before attempting to free
the blade from the line or cord. Contact with
the blade, other conductive parts of the hedge
trimmer, or live electric cords or lines will result
in death by electrocution or serious injury.
WARNING: Clear the area to be cut before
each use. Remove all objects such as cords,
lights, wire, or loose string which can become
entangled in the cutting blade and create a risk
of serious personal injury.
• Before starting the hedge trimmer, hold the unit
with both hands with the cutting blades directed
away from you. Always use the hedge trimmer
properly.
• Do not force the hedge trimmer through heavy
shrubbery. This can cause the blades to bind and
slow down. If the blades slow down, reduce the
pace.
• Do not try to cut stems or twigs that are larger
than 2/3 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.
• If desired, you can use a string to help cut your
hedge level. Decide how high you want the
hedge. Then, stretch a piece of string along the
hedge at this height. Trim the hedge just above
this guide line of string. Trim the side of a hedge
so that it will be slightly narrower at the top. More
of the hedge will be exposed when shaped this
way, and it will be more uniform.
• Always hold hedge trimmer with both hands when
operating. Use a firm grip on the handles. The
unit is used for cutting in either direction in a slow,
sweeping action from side to side.
• Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly
growth.
• When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping
action, so that the stems are fed directly into
the cutting blade. Older growth will have thicker
stems and will be trimmed easiest by using a
sawing movement.
10 -- English

_,WARNING: When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use of any other
parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
,_,WARNING: Always wear eye protection
with side shields marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects
being thrown into your eyes resulting in
possible serious injury.
_IkWARNING: To avoid serious personal
injury, always remove the battery pack from
the product before inspecting, cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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
fluids, 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.
Replacement parts should only be installed by quali-
fied repair personnel.
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. 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 fire and/or serious
injury.
TRANSPORTING AND STORING
Always place the scabbard 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_hat is inaccesslele to children. Keep away
from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts.
LUBRICATING THE BLADE
See Figure 7, page ii.
,_, WARNING: Always allow the blades of the
hedge trimmer to come to a stop and remove
the battery pack before lubricating. Failure to
do so could result in accidental starting causing
possible serious personal injury.
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate
the hedge trimmer blade before and after each use.
• Remove the battery pack from the hedge trimmer.
• Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply light
weight machine oil along the edge of the top blade.
NOTE: If you will be using the hedge trimmer for
an extended time, it is advisable to oil the blade
periodically.
• Stop the hedge trimmer.
• Remove the battery pack.
• Lubricate the hedge trimmer as described above.
• Reinstall the battery pack and resume use.
CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
• Remove the battery pack.
• Slide the scabbard over the blade.
• Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge
trimmer, using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the
plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged
by certain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and
by solvents such as kerosene.
• Moisture can cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any
moisture with a soft dry cloth.
• Use a small brush or the air discharge of a small
vacuum cleaner brush to clear dust or debris from
the air vents on the motor housing.
STORING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
See Figure 8, page ii.
• Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing.
Store the hedge trimmer in a dry, well-ventilated
place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away
from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts.
• Always place the scabbard on the cutting blades
before storing.
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,.. CRAFTSMAN40 V HEDGE TRIMER - MODEL NUMBER 138. 99017
The model number will be found on a label attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model !
number when calling to order replacement parts. To order parts, call 1-888-266-7096 ]
Key Part
No. Number
1 34991887
2 3221675A
3 34101887
4 34981887
5 31103996
6 31101998
PARTS LIST
Description Qty
Scabbard .............................................................................................. 1
Screw ................................................................................................... 2
Guard ................................................................................................... 1
Hedger ................................................................................................ 1
Battery Pack ........................................................................................ 1
Battery Charger ................................................................................... 1
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See this section for all of the figures referenced in the
operator's manual.
Consulte esta seccion para ver todas las figuras a las que se hace
referencia en el manual del operador.
Fig.1
F
H
. • A
_7' _2_i ,,I. -
_"_/'_' "~" /__/ B- Scabbard (funda)
Ai/*" /_/ C-Guard (protection)
/__ D _liary handle
(MangoauxiNarajustdble)
E- Lock button for rotating handle
(Botchde bloqueo parala manijagiratoria, )
F- Lock-outbutton (boton del seguro)
G- Rear Handle with overmold
(mangotraseroconsobremoldeado)
H- Switch trigger (gatillo)
I- Sidelock button (Bot6nde bloqueo lateral)
Fig.2 _ _... _ ..... Fig.3
-
" '+ ' A
A- Battery pack(paquete de baterfas) A- Lock-outbutton (botch del seguro)
B- Battery port (receptaculopara baterias) B- Switch trigger(gatillo del interruptor)
__ C" Latches(pestillos)
Fig,4
A- Lockbutton for rotating handle
(Bot6n debloqueopara la manija giratoria)
Fig.5
A- Side lock button (Boton de bloqueo latera0

Fig,6 PROPEROPERATINGPOSITION
POSICI(_NCORRECTAPARA EL MANEJODE
LA HERRAMIENTA
Fig.7
Fig.8
A- Scabbard (funda)

_k iADVERTENCIAt Lea y comprenda todas •
las instrucciones. El incumpiimiento de las
instrucciones se_aladas abajo puede causar
descargas electricas, incendios y lesiones
serias.
LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES
Familiarfcese con la podadora de setos. Lea y
comprenda el manual del operador y observe
las advertencias y etiquetas de instrucciones
adheridas a la podadora de setos.
Permanezca alerta -- preste atenci6n a Io
que este haciendo y aplique el sentido comtJn
al utilizar podadora de setoss electricas. No
utilice la podadora de setos siesta cansado
o se encuentra bajo los efectos de alguna
droga, alcohol o medicamento. Un momento
de inatenci6n al utilizar una podadora de setos
electrica puede causar lesiones corporales
serias.
• No permita que utilicen esta unidad ni_os ni
personas carentes de la debida instrucci6n para
su manejo.
• Use gafas de seguridad -- Use siempre
protecci6n ocular con la marca de cumplimiento
de la norma ANSI Z87.1.
• Protejase los pulmones. Use una careta o
mascarilla contra el polvo si la operacion genera
mucho polvo. Con el cumplimiento de esta regla
se reduce el riesgo de lesiones serias.
• Vfstase adecuadamente -- No vista ropas
holgadas ni joyas. Rec0jase el cabello siesta.
largo. Las ropas holgadas, las joyas y el cabello
largo pueden engancharse en las piezas moviles.
• Pongase pantalones, mangas largas, botas y
guantes gruesos. No se ponga ropa holgada,
pantalones,, sandales, cortos ni joyerfa de ningOn
tipo. No camine descalzo.
• Rec6jase el cabello si Io tiene largo, de manera
que le quede arriba de los hombros para evitar
que se enrede en las piezas en movimiento.
• Mantenga a todos los circunstantes, ni_os y
animales por Io menos a 15 metros (50 pies) de
distancia.
• Use el aparato adecuado -- no use el aparato
para ningOn otro fin que no sea el previsto.
• No fuerce la recortadora de setos. Funcionara.
mejor y habra menos riesgo de lesiones si se usa
a la velocidad para la que fue diseC_ada.
Desconecte la recortadora de setos: desconecte
la recortadora de setos del paquete de bater[as
cuando no la use y antes de proporcionarle
servicio cuando le cambie accesorios (por ejemplo,
la hoja y otros similares).
No estire el cuerpo para alcanzar mayor distancia.
Mantenga una postura firme y buen equilibrio en
todo momento. La postura firme y el buen equilibrio
permiten un mejor control de la podadora de setos
en situaciones inesperadas. No utilice la unidad al
estar en una escalera o en un soporte inestable.
No utilice este producto si no hay luz suficiente.
Mantenga las manos, cara y pies a una distancia
segura de toda pieza en movimiento. No toque ni
trate de detener las hojas de corte cuando esten
moviendose.
No utilice la podadora de setos si el interruptor
no enciende o no apaga. Una podadora de setos
que no puede controlarse con el interruptor es
peligrosa y debe repararse.
Evite un arranque accidental de la unidad.
AsegQrese de que el interruptor este en la
posici6n de aseguramiento o de apagado antes
deconectarlo al cable de alimentaci6n. Llevar las
podadora de setoss con el dedo en el interruptor
oplugging the cable de alimentaci0n en la
podadora de setos con el interruptor puesto es
causa comQn de accidentes.
• Evite los entornos de trabajo peligrosos. No use la
podadora de setos en lugares humedos o mojados.
No utilice en la Iluvia la podadora de setos.
• Cuide la recortadora de setos: siga las
instrucciones para lubricar y cambiar accesorios;
mantenga los mangos secos, limpios y libres de
aceite y grasa. Las podadora de setoss de corte
bien cuidadas, con bordes bien afilados, tienen
menos probabilidad de atascarse en la pieza de
trabajo y son mas faciles de controlar y reduzca el
riesgo de lesiones.
• Revise para ver si hay desalineaci6n o atoramiento
de piezas moviles, ruptura de piezas o toda otra
condici0n que pueda afectar el funcionamiento de
la podadora de setos. Si se da¢_a la podadora de
setos, Ilevela a servicio antes de volver a utilizarla.
Es necesario inspeccionar cuidadosamente
la proteccion o cualquier parte da¢_ada para
asegurarse de que funcione y desempe_e
correctamente la funcion a la que esta destinada.
Numerosos accidentes son causados por
podadora de setoss mal cuidadas.
3--Espa_ol

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estareglasereduceelriesgodeunaperdidade
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utilicelaunidadenlugareshOmedosomojados.
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podadoradesetospuedensignificarunriesgo
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• Antes de encender la podadora de setos,
asegurese de que la hoja no este en contacto con
ningun objeto.
• Apague la unidad, retire el paquete de bater(as y
asegurese de que se haya detenido la hoja antes
de poner en reposo la unidad.
• Nunca corte ningQn material de un diametro
superior a 16.9 mm (2/3 pulg.).
• Riesgo de cortadura. Mantenga las manos lejos
de las hojas. No intente retirar material cortado
ni sujetar material por cortar mientras esten
moviendose las hojas. Cuando este encendida la
unidad mantenga ambas manos en los mangos.
AI retirar material atorado en las hojas, asegurese
de que el paquete de baterfas este desmontado de
la unidad y el gatillo no este oprimido. AI recoger
o sostener la unidad no sujete las hojas de corte
expuestas ni los filos de corte.
• Las hojas continQan moviendose por inercia
despues de apagarse la unidad.
• Siempre detenga el motor al retardar un corte o al
caminar de un lugar donde este cortando a otro.
• Mantenga la unidad fibre de recortes de cesped y
otros materiales. Pueden alojarse en las hojas de
corte.
Guarde en el interior la recortadora de setos
que no este usando - Cuando no esta en uso, la
podadora debe guardarse en el interior, en un
lugar seco y cerrado con Ilave, lejos del alcance de
los ni_os.
Coloque de nuevo la funda cuando no tenga en
uso la unidad.
• Nunca moje ni rode con agua ni con ningOn otro
Ifquido la unidad. Mantenga secos, limpios y sin
basura los mangos. Limpie la unidad despues
de usarla; vea el apartado Instrucciones para
guardar la unidad.
• Mantenga asegurada la unidad mientras la
transporta.
SEGURIDAD EN EL USO DEL PAQUETE
DE BATER(AS
Las podadora de setoss de baterfas no necesitan
conectarse a una toma de corriente; por Io tanto,
siempre estan en condiciones de funcionamiento.
Este consciente de los posibles peligros incluso
si no esta encendida la unidad.
• Retire el paquete de baterfas antes de ajustar,
limpiar, guardar o quitar material de la unidad, o
cuando no la tenga en uso.
• SOlo debe cargarse el paquete de baterfas
con el cargador especificadoparael mismo. Un
cargadorquepuede seradecuado para un tipo de
paquete de baterfas puede significar un riesgo
de incendio si se emplea con otro paquete
de bater(as. Cargue el paquete de baterfas
solamente con el cargador indicado.
• Con el fin de reducir el riesgo de explosiones y
lesiones, NO coloque las unidades de baterfas ni
las baterfas mismas cerca del fuego o del calor.
4--Espa_ol

• Nodesarmeelpaquetedebaterfas.El
electrolitoemitidoescorrosivoypuedecausar
daSosenlosojosyenlapiel.Puedeser
t6xicosiseingiere.
• Lasbaterfaspuedenexplotarenpresencia
defuentesdeinflamaciOn,comolospilotos
degas.Parareducirelriesgodelesiones
serias,nuncauseunproductoinalambricoen
presenciadellamasexpuestas.Laexplosi6n
deunpaquetedebaterfaspuedelanzar
fragmentosysustanciasqufmicas.Siha
quedadoexpuestoalaexplosi6ndeunapila,
la.vesedeinmediatoconagua.
• Usarconpaquetesdebaterfasdeion-litio
Craftsmande40V(#29111de2Ahy#29131
de4Ah).Consulteelmanualdepropietarios
debaterfasparatenerma.sinformacion.
• Nocarguelaunidadenlugaresmojadoso
hQmedos.Conelcumplimientodeestaregla
sereduceelriesgodeunadescargaelectrica.
• ParaIograrresultados6ptimos,launidadde
baterfasdebecargarseenunlugardondela
temperaturaseasuperiora10°C(50°F),pero
inferiora38°C(100°F).Noguardelaunidad
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atenci6nmedica.
• Noaplaste,dejecaeroda_elabaterfa.Nunca
utiliceunabaterfaocargadorquesehacafdo,
aplastado,recibidoungolpecontundenteoha
sidoda_ado(a)dealgunamanera.Lasbaterfas
da_adaspuedensufrirexplosiones.Desechede
inmediatotodapilaquehayasufridounacafdao
cualquierda¢_o.
• Nodesechelasbater[asenelfuego.Lasbater[as
puedenestallar.Debereciclarselasbaterfas.
Consultealasautoridadesreguladorasde
desechosparaobtenerinformacionenrelaci6n
conlasalternativasderecicladoydesecho
disponibles.
• Cuandonoesteusandoelpaquetedebaterfas,
mantengaloalejadodetodoobjetometalico
como:clips,monedas,Ilaves,clavos,tornillosy
otrosobjetosmetaJicospeque_osquepuedan
establecerconexionentreambasterminales.
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terminalesdelpaquetedebaterfaspuedecausar
chispas,quemadurasoincendios.
• Guardeestasinstrucciones.Consdfltelascon
frecuenciayempleelasparainstruiraotras
personasquepuedanutilizarestapodadorade
setos.Siprestaaalguienestapodadoradesetos,
facilfteletambienlasinstrucciones.
CALIFORNIA -PROPUESTA DE LEY NUM. 65
,_ iADVERTENCIA! El polvo provocado por la utilizacion de herramientas electricas puede contener
sustancias quimicas reconocidas por el Estado de California como causantes de c_tncer, malformaciones
congenitas y otras anomalias reproductivas:
• plomo de las pinturas a base de plomo,
• silicio cristalino de los ladrillos, del cemento y de otros productos de mamposterfa, y
• arsenico y cromo de la madera quimicamente tratada.
El riesgo de la exposici6n a estos compuestos varia, segQn la frecuencia con que se realice este tipo de
trabajo. Para reducir la exposicion personal a este tipo de compuestos: trabaje en _treas bien ventiladas, y
con equipo de seguridad aprobado, tal como las caretas para el polvo especialmente dise_adas para filtrar
particulas microsc6picas.
GUARDAR ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
5--Espa_ol

Las siguientes palabras de se5alizaci6n y sus significados tienen el objeto de expticar los niveles de riesgo
relacionados con este producto.
SiMBOLO SEI_AL SIGNIFICADO
A Indica una situaci6n peligrosa inminente, la cual, si no se evita, causara la
PELIGRO: muerte o lesiones serias.
A Indica una situaci6n peligrosa posible, la cual, si no se evita, podria causar la
ADVERTENCIA: muerte o lesiones serias.
APRECAUCI(_N: Indica una situaci6n peligrosa posibte, la cual, si no se evita, podria causar
lesiones menores o teves.
(Sin et simbolo de alerta de seguridad.) Indica una situaci6n que puede producir
PRECAUCION: da5os materiales
Es posible que se empleen en esta producto algunos de los siguientes simbolos. Le suplicamos estudiarlos y
aprender su
significado para mayor seguridad al manejar este producto.
SiMBOLO NOMBRE DENOMINACI(_N /EXPLICACI(_N
A Alerta de seguridad Indica un peligro posible de lesiones personales.
Lea et manual del Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y
operador comprender et manual del operador antes de usar este
producto.
O Siempre p6ngase protecci6n ocular con protecei6n lateral
Proteccion ocular con la marca de cumplimiento de la norma ANSI Z87.1.
Alertadecondiciones No exponga Ia unidad a la Iluvia ni la use en lugareshQmedas ht3medos.
Si no mantiene tas manos atejadas de la hoja de corte, seSimbolo de no acercar las manos causarfi serias tesiones corporales.
Mantenga alejadas a Ias personas Mantenga a los circunstantes a una distancia minima de
presentes t5 m (50 pies).
O P6ngase guantes protectores antideslizantes de use pesadoGuantes cuando maneje las hojas.
_ Use Ias dos manos Sujete y opere la podadora de setos con ambas manos,
Piezas m6viIes Mantenga tas manos lejos de piezas en movimiento.
6--Espa_ol

Es posible que se empleen en esta producto algunos de los siguientes simbolos. Le suplicamos estudiartos y
aprender su significado para mayor seguridad al manejar este producto.
SIMBOLO NOMBRE DENOMINACI()N /EXPLICACION
Si no se usa la unidad en condiciones secas y no se observan
Descarga eIectrica practicas seguras de trabajo, puede producirse una descarga
electrice.
Este producto contiene baterias de niqueFcadmio
(Ni-Cd) o iones de litio (Lidon). Es posible que atgunas leyes
municipaIes, estatates o federales prohiban desechar las
S[mbolos de reciclado baterias de nJqueFcadmio en la basura normal. Consulte
a las autoridades regutadoras de desechos para obtener
informaci6n en retaci6n con las alternativas de reciclado y
desecho disponibtes.
V Volts Voltaje
hrs Horas Tiempo
m Corriente continua Tipo o caracterJstica de corriente
no Velocidad en vacb Velocided de rotaci6n, en vacJo
.../min Pot minute Revoluciones, carreras, vetocidad superficial, 6rbitas, etc.,
por minuto
7--Espa_ol

ESPEClFICAClONESDELPRODUCTO
Motor....................................................40V,corr.cont.
Longituddelahoja...........................609mm(24pulg.)
Capacidaddecorte..........................16.9mm(2/3pulg.)
Velocidaddecorte...........................1600cortesporminuto
Peson(sinpaquetedebaterfas)...................2,5kg(5,5lb.)
FAMILIARiCESECONLAPODADORADESETOS
Vea la figura 1,pagina L
Para usar este producto con la debida seguridad
se debe comprender la informaci6n indicada en la
podadora de setos misma yen este manual, y se debe
comprender tambien el trabajo que intenta realizar.
Antes de usar este producto, familiarfcese con todas
las caracterfsticas de funcionamiento y normas de
seguridad del mismo.
PROTECClON
La protecci6n ayuda a desviar esquirlas u otros residuos
lejos de las manos del usuario.
INTERRUPTOR DE GATILLO Y BOTON DE BLOQUEO
El interruptor de gatillo, ubicado debajo de la manija
posterior, y el bot6n de bloqueo, ubicado detras de la
manija frontal, deben presionarse simultaneamente para
permitir la rotaci6n de las cuchillas. Se debe soltar el
interruptor de bloqueo una vez que la cortadora de orillas
este en funcionamiento.
MANIJA GIRATORIA
La manija de su cortadora de orillas gira 90 grados
hacia la izquierda o la derecha Io que permite un control
excelente y un recorte preciso.
MANGO AUXILIAR AJUSTABLE
El mango auxiliar ajustable tiene 3 posiciones para aportar
una mayor comodidad y control.
DESEMBALAJE
Este producto ha sido enviado completamente
ensamblado.
• Cretire el producto y los accesorios de la caja
cuidadosamente. AsegOrese de que esten
incluidos todos los artfculos que aparecen en la
lista de embalaje.
• Inspeccione cuidadosamente el producto para
asegurarse de que no se produjo ninguna
ruptura o da¢_o durante el envfo.
• No se deshaga del material de embalaje hasta
que haya inspeccionado cuidadosamente y
utilizado satisfactoriamente el producto.
• Si hay partes daSadas o faltantes, Ilame al
1-888- 266-7096 para solicitar ayuda.
CONTENIDO DE LA CAJA
Podadora de setos
Funda
Manual del operador
Baterfa de 40 v
Cargador de 40 v
,_ iADVERTENCIA! si falta o esta daSada
alguna pieza, no utilice este producto hasta
tenerlas todas completas. Le fait d'utiliser
ce produit meme s'il contient des pieces
endommagees ou s'il lui manque des pieces peut
entratner des blessures graves.
,_IiADVERTENCIA! No intente modificar
este producto ni hacer accesorios no
recomendados para la misma. Cualquier
alteraci6n o modificaci6n constituye maltrato, el
cual puede causar una condici6n peligrosa, y
como consecuencia posibles lesiones corporales
serias.
,_ iADVERTENClA! No conecte el suministro
electrico hasta que haya terminado de montar
el aparato. De Iocontrario, podrfa provocar un
arranque accidental y posibles lesiones fisicas
graves.
8--Espa5ol