EGO HT2600E User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION
CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER
MODEL NUMBER HT2600E
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.
MNL_EGO_HT2600E_AV01.01_230413

BC
D1
0°
D2
+45°
8. Rear Trigger5. Front Handle2. Tip Protector
7. Lock-off Button4. Hand Guard1. Hanging Hole
10. Handle
-release
Lever
11. Battery-
release
Button
12. Latch
14. Battery-mounting Slot
16. Blade Guard
17. Hanging Hole
15. Battery Ejection
A
13. Electric Contacts
9. Rear Handle6. Front Trigger3. Blade

FG
H
E
D4
-45°
D3
+90°
D5
-90°

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WARNING: Residual risk! People with electronic
devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their
physician(s) before using this product. Operation of
electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart
pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the
pacemaker.
WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all
repairs and replacements should be performed by a
qualified service technician.
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided with this
machine. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAFETY MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER,
WARNING, OR CAUTION. May be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING: The operation of any
machines can result in foreign objects being
thrown into your eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Before beginning
machine operation, always wear safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shields
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.
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
Operator’s
Manual
To reduce the risk of injury,
user must read operator’s
manual.
Do Not
Expose To
Rain
WARNING: Do not use in the
rain or leave outdoors while
it is raining.
XX
Noise Guaranteed sound power
level.
XX
WEEE
Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of
with household waste. Take
to an authorized recycler.
Wear eye
and head
protection.
Always wear eye, ear and
head protection.
Keep hands
and feet
away from
the cutting
tool
Never attempt to operate
your machine with one
hand. Loss of control of the
machine resulting in serious
or fatal injury may result. To
reduce the risk of cut injuries,
keep hands and feet away
from the cut-ting tool. Never
attach a moving cutting tool
with your hand or any other
part of your body.
XXcm Blade Length The length of the blade
Direct
Current
Type or a characteristic of
current
V Volt Voltage
mm Millimeter Length or size
min-1 Per Minute Revolutions per minute
n0
No Load
Speed Rotational speed, at no load
cm Centimeter Length or size
IPX4 IP Symbol Protection against ingress of
water degree 4.

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GENERAL MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS,
INSTRUCTIONS, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
PROVIDED WITH THIS MACHINE. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
The term “machine” in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) machine or battery-operated
(cordless) machine.
WORK AREA SAFETY
◾Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
◾Do not operate machines in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Machines create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
◾Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a machine. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
◾Machine plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) machines. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
◾Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
◾Do not expose machines to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a machine will increase the risk of
electric shock.
◾Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the machine. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
◾When operating a machine outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
◾If operating a machine in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
◾Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a machine. Do not
use a machine while you are tired or under the
inuence of drugs, alcohol medication. A moment
of inattention while operating machines may result in
serious personal injury.
◾Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
◾Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying machines with your finger on the
switch or energizing machines that have the switch on
invites accidents.
◾Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the machine on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in
personal injury.
◾Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the machine
in unexpected situations.
◾Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
◾If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
◾Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
MACHINE USE AND CARE
◾Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine
for your application. The correct machine will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
◾Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any machine that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
◾Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the machine before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing machines. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the machine accidentally.

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◾Store idle machines out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
machine or these instructions to operate the
machine. Machines are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
◾Maintain machines and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect
the machines operation. If damaged, have the
machine repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained machines.
◾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 machine, 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 machine for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
◾Keep handles and grasping surface dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
◾Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
◾Use machines only with specically designated
battery packs listed below. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
BATTERY PACK CHARGER
BA1400, BA2800, BA4200,
BA1400T, BA2800T, BA4200T,
BA5600T, BA6720T
CH2100E,
CH5500E,
CH7000E
◾When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
◾Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
◾Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged
or modied. Damaged or modified batteries may
exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
◾Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re
or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
◾Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specied in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specified
range may damage the battery and increase the risk
of fire.
SERVICE
◾Have your machine serviced by a qualied repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the machine is
maintained.
◾Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
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.

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◾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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
◾Do not use the battery-operated hedge trimmer in rain.
◾Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet
locations.
◾Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the hedge trimmer.
◾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.
◾Never allow children to operate the hedge trimmer.
◾Never remove or tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly. Never do anything to
interfere with the intended function of a safety device
or to reduce the protection provided by a safety device.
◾Never operate the hedge trimmer without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in
place.
◾Check damaged parts before further use of the hedge
trimmer. A guard or other 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. A guard or other 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,
stop the motor and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
◾Trim only in daylight or in good artificial light.
◾Remove or disconnect battery before servicing,
cleaning, or removing material from the hedge trimmer.
◾Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor
and electrical connections.
◾When servicing use only identical replacement parts
listed in this manual. Use of parts which do not meet
the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromised safety.
◾Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
◾Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
◾Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If
you loan this tool to someone else, also loan these
instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product
and possible injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
SPECIFICATIONS
Model HT2600E
Voltage 56V
No-Load Speed 1700 /min
Blade Length 66 cm
Cutting Capacity 30.5 mm
Weight (without battery pack, blade guard) 3.14 kg
Recommended Operating Temperature 0°C-40°C
Recommended Storage Temperature -20°C-70°C
PACKING LIST
PART NAME QUANTITY
Hedge Trimmer 1
Blade Guard 1
Operator’s manual 1
DESCRIPTION
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER (Fig. A)
1. Hanging Hole
2. Tip Protector
3. Blade
4. Hand Guard
5. Front Handle
6. Front Trigger
7. Lock-off Button
8. Rear Trigger
9. Rear Handle
10. Handle-release Lever
11. Battery-release Button
12. Latch
13. Electric Contacts

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14. Battery-mounting Slot
15. Battery Ejection
16. Blade Guard
17. Hanging Hole
WARNING: This product has been shipped
completely assembled. The hand guard shall never
be removed during use. Once damaged, replace it
immediately by a qualified service technician.
WARNING: 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 use of this product, familiarize
yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
OPERATION
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 eye protection with side
shields, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and
other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:To prevent accidental starting that could
cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery
pack from the tool when assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use.
WARNING:Do not use any attachments or
accessories not recommended by EGOTM. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury. 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 caps and do not operate this product until
all missing or damaged parts are replaced.
APPLICATION
You may use this product for trimming the hedges,
shrubs and bushes with a branch diameter of less than
ø30.5mm.
NOTICE: The tool is to be used only for its prescribed
purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse.
INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK
Charge before rst use.
To Install (Fig. B)
Align the battery ribs with the mounting slots and press
the battery pack down until you hear a “click”.
To Remove (Fig. C)
Depress the battery-release button and pull the battery
pack out.
WARNING: Always be aware for the location of your
feet, children, or pets when pressing the battery-release
button. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls.
NEVER remove the battery pack at a high location.
HOLDING THE HEDGE TRIMMER (Fig. D1-D5)
The unit has both a front and rear handle. With the
blade directed away from you, hold the unit by both
handles. The rear handle can be set in five positions
(0°/±45°/±90°) by raising up the handle-release lever
(Fig. D1 to Fig.D5), giving you many choices for a
comfortable grip when performing cutting operations.
WARNING: Do not adjust the handle while the tool is
running. Stop the tool and remove the battery first.
STARTING/STOPPING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
Before operating, remove the blade guard and hold the
trimmer with both hands, one hand on the rear handle
and the other on the front handle. Then check for stable
footing, upright standing and a proper cutting distance.
To Start
1. Install the battery pack.
2. Squeeze and hold the front trigger with one hand.
3. Press and hold the lock-off button with the thumb of
your other hand, then squeeze the rear trigger with
your fingers to start the hedge trimmer. Release the
lock-off button but continue to squeeze the trigger for
continued operation.
To Stop
Move the hedge trimmer away from the cutting area and
release either of the trigger to stop the hedge trimmer.
WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from
the hedge trimmer during work breaks and after finishing
work.
USING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
WARNING: If the 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. Failure to heed this warning will result in serious
personal injury or possible death.

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WARNING: Avoid trimming too much at one time or
through the heavy shrubbery. This can cause the blades to
bind and slow, reducing the cutting efficiency.
NOTICE: The trimmer shall be used to cut stems less
than (30.5mm) thick.
NOTICE: For new growth, a wide sweeping is suitable
for the stems fed directly into the cutting blade. For older
growth, a sawing movement is good for trimming the
thicker stems. A non-powered hand saw or pruning saw is
suggested for trimming the large stems first.
Top Cutting
Use a wide sweeping motion. A slight downward tilt of the
cutting blades in the direction of motion gives the best
cutting results. For better cutting effect, you might as well
use the string to guide the hedge level as Fig. E shown.
Side Cutting
When trimming the sides of the hedge, begin at the
bottom and cut upwards as Fig. F shown. Trim the side of
a hedge so that it will be slightly narrower at the top. This
shape will expose more of the hedge to sunlight, resulting
in a more uniform growth.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and
reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified
service technician. remove the battery pack from the
product when cleaning or performing any maintenance.
CLEANING
◾Use a soft brush to remove debris from all air intakes
and cutting blade.
◾To remove pitch and other sticky residue, spray the
blades with resin solvent. Run the motor briefly so that
the solvent is evenly distributed.
◾Wipe the surface with a dry cloth.
WARNING: Never use water for cleaning your
trimmer. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic
parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from
various types of commercial solvents. Use clean clothes to
remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
SHARPENING THE CUTTING BLADE
1. Start and stop your hedge trimmer until the cutter
blade and the guard are slightly offset, as shown in
Fig. G. This will allow clearance for the file between
cutter teeth and guard teeth.
2. Remove the battery pack from your hedge trimmer.
3. Clamp the blade assembly in a vise and file the
exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth. Remove
as little material as possible. Be sure to retain the
original angle of each tooth when filing.
4. Remove the hedge trimmer from the vise; restart it
and stop it to expose the unsharpened edges of the
blade teeth.
5. Remove the battery pack and repeat the sharpening
procedure above.
NOTICE: Do not operate your hedge trimmer with dull or
damaged cutting blades. This may cause overload and
will give unsatisfactory cutting results.
LUBRICATING THE BLADE (Fig. H)
For best operation and longer blade life, lubricate the
hedge trimmer blade with light weight machine oil before
and after each use. Remove the battery pack and lay the
trimmer onto a flat surface. Apply the oil along the edge
of the top blade.
NOTICE: For extended using period, oil the blade during
cutting operation.
WARNING: Do not oil while the hedge trimmer is
running.
TRANSPORTING AND STORING
◾Always place the blade guard 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 that is
inaccessible to children.
◾Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and deicing salts.
WARNING: Blades are sharp. When handling the blade
assembly, wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves. Do
not place your hand or fingers between blades or in any
position where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER touch
blades or service the unit with battery pack installed.
Protecting the environment
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as
unsorted municipal waste, use separate
collection facilities.
Contact your local government for
information regarding the collection
systems available.
If electrical appliances are disposed of in
landfills or dumps, hazardous substances
can leak into the groundwater and get into
the food chain,damaging your health and
well-being.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Hedge trimmer
doesn’t work.
◾The battery pack is not attached to
the hedge trimmer.
◾Attach the battery pack to the hedge trimmer.
◾No electrical contact between the
trimmer and battery
◾Remove battery, check contacts and reinstall the
battery pack.
◾The battery pack is depleted. ◾Charge the battery pack.
◾The battery pack is too hot. ◾Remove the battery pack from the tool and allow it
to cool until the temperature drops below 67°C.
◾The hedge trimmer is too hot. ◾Release both switch levers; allow the trimmer
to cool until the temperature drops to normal
temperature.
◾The front and rear triggers are not
depressed simultaneously.
◾Press the lock-off button first and then press
the switch levers in the front and rear handle
simultaneously.
◾The blade is jammed. ◾Remove the battery pack from the tool, remove the
obstruction carefully, then reinsert the battery and
restart the tool.
Excessive
vibration or
noise.
◾Dry or corroded blades. ◾Lubricate the blades, following the section
“LUBRICATING THE BLADE” in this manual.
◾Blades or blade support is bent. ◾Replace with a new blade or support. Contact EGO
service center for blade or support replacement
service.
◾Bent or damaged teeth. ◾Replace with a new blade. Contact EGO service
center for blade replacement service.
◾Loose blade bolts. ◾Tighten the blade bolts. Using a wrench, turn the
bolt clockwise to tighten.