EGO POWER+ PTX5100 User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
HEDGE TRIMMER
ATTACHMENT
MODEL NUMBER PTX5100/PTX5100-FC
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
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HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT — PTX5100/PTX5100-FC2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols ..........................................4
Safety Instructions......................................5-9
Introduction ............................................10
Specications ..........................................10
Packing List ............................................10
Description .........................................11-12
Assembly ...........................................13-16
Operation ...........................................17-20
Maintenance ........................................21-27
Troubleshooting .........................................28
Warranty ...........................................29-30

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
READ AND UNDERSTAND
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling
and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The
safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger.
The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING! The operation of any power tools can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shield and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble
and operate it.
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read And
Understand
Operator's Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Danger-Keep
Hands Away from
Blades
Contact with blade will result in serious
personal injury.
Wear Eye
Protection
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields and a full face shield when
operating this product.
Wear Eye and Head
Protection
Always wear eye and head protection when
operating this product.
Keep sufficient
distance away from
electrical power
lines
To prevent electrocution, do not operate within
50 ft. (15m) of overhead electrical lines.
Contact with or use near power lines may
cause serious injury or electric shock resulting
in death.
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling program

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IPX5 Ingress Protection
Degree Protection from splashing water
V Volt Voltage
mm millimeter Length or size
in. Inch Length or size
kg Kilogram Weight
lb. Pound Weight
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
◾Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not remove cut material
or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Blades continue to move
after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
◾Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the blade stopped and taking
care not to operate any power switch. Proper carrying of the hedge trimmer
will decrease the risk of inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from
the blades.
◾When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always t the blade cover.
Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury
from the blades.
◾When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit, make sure all
power switches are off and the battery pack is removed or disconnected.
Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or
servicing may result in serious personal injury.
◾Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the
blade may contact hidden wiring. Blades contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer "live" and could give the operator an
electric shock.
◾Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting area. Power cords or
cables may be hidden in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by the
blade.
◾Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather conditions, especially when
there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXTENDED HEDGE TRIMMER

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◾To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the extended-reach hedge
trimmer near any electrical power lines. Contact with or use near power lines
may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting in death.
◾Always use two hands when operating the extended-reach hedge trimmer.
Hold the extended-reach hedge trimmer with both hands to avoid loss of control.
◾Always use head protection when operating the extended-reach hedge
trimmer overhead. Falling debris can result in serious personal injury.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
◾Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.
◾The battery pack must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped.
◾The battery shall be disposed of safely.
◾Do not dispose of the battery in a re. The cells may explode. Check with local
codes for possible special disposal instructions.
◾Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
CAUTION! The electrolyte is a dilute sulfuric acid that is harmful to the skin and
eyes. It is electrically conductive and corrosive.
◾Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with
conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conductor may overheat and cause burns.
◾Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore,
they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards even
when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing maintenance or
service.
◾Remove the battery pack before servicing, cleaning or removing material
from the tool.
◾Replacement parts - When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement parts.
Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.
◾Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
BATTERY PACK CHARGER
BA1400, BA1400-FC, BA2800, BA2800-FC,
BA4200, BA4200-FC, BA1400T, BA1400T-FC,
BA2240T, BA2240T-FC, BA2800T, BA2800T-FC,
BA4200T, BA4200T-FC, BA5600T, BA5600T-FC,
BAX1501, BAX1501-FC
CH2100, CH2100-FC,
CH5500, CH5500-FC,
CH2800D, CH2800D-FC,
CH7000, CH7000-FC,
CHX5500, CHX5500-FC

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WARNING: Do not use the shoulder strap when the tool equipped with the
battery pack BAX1501/BAX1501-FC. Failure to do this could result in serious
personal injury.
◾Use Only With the 56V Lithium-Ion Telescopic Power Pole PPX1000/PPX1000-FC.
◾Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical
connections.
◾If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good
judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.
◾Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct
others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend
these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
◾Clear the area to be cut before each use. Check the hedge for foreign
objects, e.g. wire fences.
◾Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing
on a solid surface enables better control of the hedge trimmer in unexpected
situations.
◾Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Special care
must be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and in difcult,
overgrown terrain. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots
and ditches to avoid fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Be extremely
cautious when working on slopes or uneven ground.
◾Observe the cutting blades at all times – do not cut any area if the hedge
that you cannot see. When cutting the top of a taller hedge, check the other
side of the hedge frequently for bystanders, animals and obstructions.
◾Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up
or holding the hedge trimmer.
◾On machines with a dened transport position (cutting blade folded at
against the hedge trimmer shaft): Never start the machine in the transport
position, since the blades are not engaged in that position and you therefore
cannot visually check to see that they will be stopped at idle when you start
to adjust the cutting blade to the desired cutting position (where the blades
are engaged).

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◾Check damaged parts before further use of the hedge trimmer. Any part that
is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
condition that may affect its operation. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this manual.
◾Check the blade and motor mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, and
worn). Replace the blade only with a blade from EGOTM.
◾Replace the blade if it is bent or cracked. An unbalanced blade causes
vibration that could damage the motor drive unit or cause personal injury.
◾If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, switch off the tool and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
◾Never allow children to operate the hedge trimmer.
◾The trimmer shall be used to cut stems less than 1" (26mm) thick.
◾Trim only in daylight or in good artificial light.
◾Follow instructions for lubricating and sharpening.
◾Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
NOTE: SEE YOUR TELESCOPIC POWER POLE OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES.

HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT — PTX5100/PTX5100-FC10
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of the EGO HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT. It
has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible
dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO
customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and
maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this
manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.
SERIAL NUMBER _____________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _________________
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Length 20"(510mm)
Cutting Capacity 1" (26mm)
Recommended Operating Temperature 32-104°F(0-40°C)
Recommended Storage Temperature -4-158°F(-20-70°C)
*For the appliance WITHOUT battery pack
Weight 5.89 lb. (2.67 kg)
PACKING LIST
PART NAME QUANTITY
Hedge Trimmer Attachment 1
Blade Guard 1
Operator's Manual 1

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DESCRIPTION
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT (Fig.1)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and
in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
1
Blade
Blade Guard
Motor Cover
Tip Protector
(Optional, SOLD SEPARATELY)
Front Sleeve
Rear Sleeve

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Front Sleeve
Pull backward and hold it to unlock elevation angle adjustment.
Rear Sleeve
Pull backward and hold it to unlock side angle adjustment.
Tip Protector (Optional, SOLD SEPARATELY)
Protects the outer end of the blade. It is sold separately. If there is a need, please
contact EGO customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656. Model Number: ATP2000.
BLADE
Laser cut double-sided steel blades for cutting hedges and shrubs.
BLADE GUARD
Safeguards against contact with the sharp blades when the tool is not in use. Protects
the blades from damage when the tool is in transportation and storage.

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing
parts could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories
not recommended for use with this telescopic power pole. Any such alteration or
modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible
serious personal injury.
UNPACKING
◾Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping.
◾Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the tool.
◾If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of
purchase.
ADJUSTING THE HEDGE
When the hedge trimmer attachment is taken out from the package, it has been
folded in its storage position (Fig. 2). The elevation angle and side angle of its blade
can be adjusted independently. Adjust the blade to a suitable working position before
operation.

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Elevation Angle Adjustment
Except for the storage position, there
are 6 elevation angle working positions.
The blade can be adjusted to any of 6
positions, from -67.5° to +42° (Fig. 2).
1. Pull back the front sleeve, then hold
the motor cover to rotate the blade
to the desired cutting position.
2. Once the desired position reached,
release the sleeve. The sleeve bouncing back to its original position indicates that
the blade has been locked in the selected working position.
Side Angle Adjustment
There are two side working positions
(Fig. 3). The blade can be adjusted to the
left or right 90°.
1. Pull back the rear sleeve, then hold
the motor cover to rotate the blade
to the desired cutting position.
2. Once the desired position reached,
release the sleeve. The sleeve
bouncing back to its original position indicates that the blade has been locked in
the selected working position.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, remove the battery before making
adjustments and make adjustments only when the blades are at a standstill. Never
touch the blades while making adjustments.
-178°
2
-67.5°
Storage Position
Front Sleeve
-178°
-45°
-22.5°
0°
19.5°
42°
3
-90° 0°
Rear Sleeve
90°
-178°
Rear Sleeve

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CONNECTING THE HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT TO THE
TELESCOPIC POWER POLE
This hedge trimmer attachment is designed for use with EGO telescopic power pole
PPX1000//PPX1000-FC.
The hedge trimmer attachment connects to the telescopic power pole by means of a
coupler device.
1. Switch off the tool and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the locking knob
3. Align the arrow on the hedge trimmer shaft with the insert indication on the
coupler and push the hedge trimmer attachment into the coupler until you hear a
clear “click” sound. The hedge trimmer shaft should be positioned all the way to
the LINE on the shaft that indicates that the hedge trimmer attachment is properly
mounted into place (Fig. 4).
4. Pull the shaft of the hedge trimmer attachment to verify that it is securely locked
into the coupler. If not, push the attachment shaft into the coupler until it snaps
into place.
5. Tighten the locking knob securely.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, be certain that the locking knob is
fully tightened before operating the tool. Check it periodically for tightness during use.
4Shaft-Release Button Insert Indication for
Attachment Shaft
Locking knob
Arrow on the
Attachment Shaft
Line

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DETACHING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE TELESCOPIC POWER POLE
1. Switch off the tool and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the locking knob.
3. Press the shaft-release button and, with the button depressed, pull the hedge
trimmer attachment out of the coupler to detach it from the telescopic power
pole.
MOUNTING THE TIP PROTECTOR (Available separately)
1. Use a hex wrench (not included) to remove the short bolt, plain washer, bushing
and nut at the end of the blade (Fig. 5). Save the plain washer, bushing and nut for
reassembly.
2. Align the tip protector with the bulge on the blade and mount it into place. Secure
it with the new long bolt and nut as well as the saved washer, bushing and nut
(Fig. 6).
6Nut
Nut
Tip Protector
Bushing
Plain Washer
Bulge on the
blade
Long Bolt
5Nut
Bushing
Plain Washer
Short Bolt

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OPERATION
DANGER: Never cut near power lines, electric cords, or other electric sources.
If the blades jam on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE OR THE
ALUMINUM POLE! THEY CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND MAY BE VERY
DANGEROUS. Continue to hold the hedge trimmer attachment by the insulated 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 attachment, or live
electric cords or lines will result in death by electrocution or serious injury.
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 shield
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the
tool before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the
unit.
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 do not operate this
product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for trimming hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar
material with a branch diameter of less than 1 in. (26mm).
USING THE HEDGE TRIMMER WITH TELESCOPIC POWER POLE
WARNING: Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this tool.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy,
long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear short pants or sandals or go barefoot.

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PREPARATION FOR CUTTING
Refer to “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” earlier in this manual for appropriate safety
equipment.
1. Adjust the cutting blade to the desired working position.
2. Remove the blade guard from the blade.
WORKING TECHNIQUES
Horizontal Cutting (with cutting head at
an angle)
Cut close to the ground from a standing
position, e.g. for trimming low shrubs.
Swing the blade right and left as you
move along the hedge-use both sides
of the blades and do not rest the cutter
blade on the ground (Fig. 7).
Horizontal Cutting (with straight
cutting head))
Hold the blade at an angle of 0° as
you slowly swing the hedge trimmer
horizontally. Swing the blade in an arc
towards the outsides of the hedge so that
the cuttings are swept to the ground
(Fig. 8).
Recommendation: Cut hedges that are
no more than chest height in this working
position.
7
8

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Vertical Cutting (cutting head at an
angle)
Cutting without standing directly next
to the hedge, e.g. flowerbed between
operator and hedge.
In this cutting position, for your better
control of the hedge trimmer, it is
recommended that connect the hedge
trimmer with the cutting head at the side
cutting position.
Swing the cutting head up and down in an arc as you move along the hedge – use both
sides of the cutting blade
(Fig. 9a).
Vertical Cutting (with straight cutting
head)
Extra long reach without the need for
other aids. Swing the cutting head up
and down in an arc as you move along
the hedge – use both sides of the cutting
blade (Fig. 9b).
9a
9b

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10a
10b
Overhead Cutting (with blade at an
angle)
Hold the hedge trimmer vertically
and slowly swing it in an arc to make
maximum use of its reach (Fig. 10a
& 10b). For extreme high hedge, the
extension pole is suitable for aids in
trimming.
WARNING: Any overhead working
position is tiring. To minimize the risk of
accidents, work in such positions for short
periods only. Set the angle of the blade
to maximum so that the tool can be held
in a lower, less tiring position while still
providing adequate reach.
TO START/STOP THE TOOL
See "STARTING/STOPPING THE TELESCOPIC POWER POLE" section in the telescopic
power pole PPX1000/PPX1000-FC operator's manual.