FLORABEST FHSA 20 B1 User manual

CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER FHSA 20 B1
IAN 296305
AKKU-HECKENSCHERE
Originalbetriebsanleitung
CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER
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Content
Introduction .................................4
Intended Use................................ 4
General Description......................5
Scope of delivery............................. 5
Function Description ......................... 5
Overview........................................ 5
Technical Data..............................5
Notes on Safety ...........................6
Symbols.......................................... 6
General safety instructions for
power tools ..................................... 7
Special Safety Directions for the
device .......................................... 10
Correct handling of the battery
charger......................................... 11
Charging the battery..................12
Removing/inserting the battery........ 13
Recharging the battery.................... 13
Used batteries ............................... 13
Operating .................................13
Switching On and Off .................... 14
Checking the battery charge level .... 14
Working with the Hedge Trimmer..... 14
Cutting Techniques ......................... 14
Cleaning and Maintenance.........15
Cleaning....................................... 15
Maintenance ................................. 16
Storage...................................... 16
Waste Disposal and Environmental
Protection ..................................17
Spare Parts/Accessories .............17
Trouble Shooting........................18
Guarantee .................................19
Repair Service............................20
Service-Center............................20
Importer .................................... 20
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
device. With it, you have chosen a high qual-
ity product. During production, this equipment
has been checked for quality and subject-
ed to a nal inspection. The functionality of
your equipment is therefore guaranteed. It
cannot be ruled out that residual quantities
of lubricants will remain on or in the equip-
ment in isolated cases. This is not a fault or
defect and it represents no cause for concern.
The operating instructions constitute
part of this product. They contain
important information on safety, use
and disposal.
Before using the product, familiarise
yourself with all of the operating
and safety instructions. Use the
product only as described and for
the applications specied. Keep this
manual safely and in the event that
the product is passed on, hand over
all documents to the third party.
Intended Use
The equipment is specied for use only for
the cutting and trimming of hedges, bushes
and ornamental shrubs in the domestic
environment. Any other use that is not ex-
plicitly approved in these instructions may
result in damage to the equipment and rep-
resent a serious danger to the user.
This equipment is not suitable for commer-
cial use. The equipment is designed for use
by adults. Adolescents over the age of 16
may use the device only under supervision.
The operator or user is responsible for ac-
cidents or damage to other people or their
property. The manufacturer is not liable
for damages caused by unspecied use or
incorrect operation.
Translation of the original EC
declaration of conformity........... 39
Exploded Diagram .....................41

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Before use, check that the blades
are sharp. Ensure that the blades
are sharpened whenever blunt, in
order to avoid overstressing of the
machine. Damages caused by cut-
ting with blunt blades are not cov-
ered by the guarantee.
General Description
See the front fold-out page for
illustrations.
Scope of delivery
Carefully unpack the trimmer and check
that it is complete. Dispose of the packag-
ing material correctly.
- Cordless hedge trimmer
- Blade guard
- Battery
- Battery charger
- Instruction Manual
Function Description
The cordless hedge trimmer features a
high-quality knife made from special laser-
cut steel. When trimming, the cutting teeth
move to and fro in a linear shearing mo-
tion. The strike guard at the tip of the knife
prevents unpleasant kickback reactions
when hitting walls, fences, etc. Operators
are protected by the appliance’s two-hand
safety switch and quick-stop brake func-
tion. The hand protection guards your
hands against twigs and branches. Read
the sections below to learn more about
each operating element’s function.
Overview
1 Strike guard
2 Safety knife bar
3 Hand protection
4 Safety switch
5 Front handle
6 Ventilation slots
7 On/Off switch
8 Rear handle
9 Battery
10 Button for state of charge display
10a Battery charge state indicator (LED)
11 Battery release buttons
12 Charger
13 Control display
14 Blade guard
14a Suspension blade guard
15 Guide track
Technical Data
Cordless
Hedge Trimmer ............FHSA 20 B1
Motor voltage............................ 20 V
Idling speed n0.............. 1300 min-1 (rpm)
Runtime............................. max. 45 min*
Cutting length....................appr. 520 mm
Length of knife ...................appr. 580 mm
Max. cutting capacity...........appr. 15 mm
Weight (with blade guard,
without battery charger).................2.7 kg
Sound pressure level
(LpA).................... 71.5 dB(A), KpA=3 dB
Sound power level (LWA)
guaranteed ........................... 87 dB(A)
measured..... 84.5 dB(A); KWA= 2.17 dB
Vibration (ah).........................................
Rear handle.......1.01 m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2
Front handle ......0.89 m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2

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Battery (Li-Ion) ...............FAP 20 A2
Battery cells......................................... 5
Nominal voltage ........................ 20 V
Capacity..................................... 2.0 Ah
Charging time ...................... approx. 1 h
Recharger ...................... FLG 20 A2
Nominal consumption.....................65 W
Voltage input ............ 230-240 V~, 50 Hz
Voltage output .............. 21.5 V ; 2.4 A
Protection class ................................ II
Protection category...........................IP20
* The actual runtime under load of a fully charged
battery depends on how you work and on the load put
on the trimmer during operation.
Noise and vibration values have been
determined according to the standards and
regulations mentioned in the declaration of
conformity.
The stated vibration emission value was
measured in accordance with a standard
testing procedure and may be used to com-
pare one power tool to another. The stated
vibration emission value may also be used
for a preliminary exposure assessment.
Warning:
The vibration emission value may
differ during actual use of the
power tool from the stated value
depending on the manner in which
the power tool is used.
Try to keep the exposure to vibra-
tions as low as possible. Examples
of measures to reduce vibration
exposure are the wearing of gloves
when using the tool and limiting the
working hours. For this purpose all
parts of the operating cycle have to
be considered (for example, times
when the electric tool is switched
off and times when it is switched on
but running without any load).
Notes on Safety
This section details the basic safety instruc-
tions for working with the appliance.
Symbols
Symbols on the Equipment
Caution!
Read through the instruction manual
carefully.
Wear goggles.
Wear ear protection.
Wear safety gloves.
Cutting hazard.
Caution! Risk of injury from
moving blades.
Do not use the hedge trimmer in the
rain or on wet hedges.
Remove the battery prior to servi-
cing the appliance.
Information of the acoustic power
level LWA in dB.
Cutting length
Cutting capacity
Electrical appliances must not be
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Symbols on the battery
Read the operating instructions
carefully.
Button for the charge status
display
Do not dispose of
batteries in house-
hold waste, re or
water.
Do not subject the battery to
strong sunlight over long periods
and do not leave it on a heater
(max. 45°C).
Take batteries to an old battery
collection point where they will
be recycled in an environmentally
friendly manner.
Symbols on the recharger
WARNING!
Before using for the rst time, care-
fully read through the user manual
The recharger is for indoor use
only.
Protection class II
T3.15A
130°C
Miniature fuse
Electrical appliances must not be
disposed of with the domestic waste.
Control displays (LED)
on charger
Symbols in the manual
Warning symbols with in-
formation on damage and
injury prevention.
Hazard symbol with infor-
mation on the prevention of
personal injury caused by
electric shock.
Instruction symbols with information
on preventing damage.
Help symbols with information on
improving tool handling.
Wear safety shoes.
Wear eye and ear protection.
General safety instructions
for power tools
WARNING! Read all safety
directions and instructions.
Omissions in the compliance with
safety directions and instructions
can cause electrical shock, re
and/or severe injuries.
Retain all safety directions and in-
structions for future use.
The term „power tool“ in the warnings refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
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lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite ac-
cidents.
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Iiquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
 
away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodi-
ed plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
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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.
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rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
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use the cord for carrying, pulling
or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
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outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces
the risk of electric shock.
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damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an
RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
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doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while
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ence of drugs, alcohol or medi-
cation. A moment of inattention white
operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
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ment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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Ensure the switch is in the off-po-
sition before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack,
picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your nger on
the switch or energising power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
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wrench before turning the pow-
er tool on. A wrench or a key left at-
tached to a rotating part of the power
tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the pow-
er tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
ellery or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
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and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and prop-
erly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
Do not force the power tool. Use
the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool
will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and
off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the
power source and/or the bat-
tery pack from the power tool
before making any adjust
-ments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preven-
tive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentaIly.
Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children and do not al-
low persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check
for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and
clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are less
Iikely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking
into account the working condi-
tions and the work to be per-
formed. Use of the power tool for op-
erations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) CAREFUL HANDLING AND USE
OF BATTERY DEVICES
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chargers that are recommended
by the manufacturer. Risk of re if a
charger that is suitable for a specic type
of battery is used with other batteries.
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batteries designed for the pur-
pose. The use of other batteries may
result in injuries and risk of re.
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from paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws and other small
metal objects, which could
cause bridging of the contacts.
A short circuit between the battery con-
tacts may cause burns or re.
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leak from the battery. Avoid
contact with this. In the event of
accidental contact, rinse off with
water. If the liquid gets into eyes, seek
medical assistance. Leaking battery
uid may cause skin irritations or burns.
6) SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced
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ing only identical replacement
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Special Safety Directions for
the device
1) SPECIAL SAFETY DIRECTIONS
FOR HEDGE TRIMMERS
Keep all parts of the body away
from the cutter blade. Do not
remove cut material or hold ma-
terial to be cut when blades are
moving. Make sure the switch is
off when clearing jammed ma-
terial. A moment of inattention while
operating the hedge trimmer may result
in serious personal injury.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the
handle with the cutter blade
stopped. When transporting or
storing the hedge trimmer al-
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handling of the hedge trimmer will re-
duce possible personal injury from the
cutter blades.
Hold the power tool only on the
insulated handle surfaces, as
the cutting blade may come into
contact with concealed power
cables. Contact between the cutting
blade and a live cable may render me-
tallic components live and result in an
electric shock.
Before the work, search the
hedge for concealed objects,
e.g. cable etc. In this way you avoid
damage to the appliance
Hold the hedge trimmer cor-
rectly, e.g. with both hands on
the handles, if there are two
handles. Loss of control of the equip-
ment may result in injuries.
Wear suitable clothing and
work clothes when working
with the equipment. Do not hold
the equipment by the cutting
blade or lift it on the cutting
blade. Contact with the cutting blade
can cause injuries.
2) FURTHER SAFETY DIRECTIONS
For your personal safety:
Wear suitable work clothes such as
boots with non-slip soles, sturdy
long trousers, gloves and goggles.
Do not wear long owing clothing
or jewellery, as this may be caught
by moving parts. Do not use this
tool while walking barefooted or
while wearing open sandals.
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trimming hedges. Do not use to
cut twigs, hard wood or other ob-
jects. This could damage the appliance.
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blocked/jammed blade safety
bar before turning off the pow-
er and removing the battery.
There is a risk of injury.
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always hold it well with both
hands and at some distance
away from your body. This ena-
bles better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
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ses. Fire- and explosion risk exist in
the event of a short circuit.
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for wear in regular intervals
and re-sharpened. Blunt blades
will overload the machine. Resulting
damages are not covered by warranty.
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tool yourself, unless you are
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this manual, may only be per-
formed by our Service-Centre.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained equipment.
3) SPECIAL SAFETY DIRECTIONS
FOR BATTERY-OPERATED TOOLS
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switched off before inserting
the battery. Inserting a battery into
a power tool that is switched on may
result in accidents.
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only because the battery charg-
er is designed for indoor use
only. Risk of electric shock.
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ard, unplug the battery charger
from the mains before cleaning
the charger.
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strong sunlight over long pe-
riods and do not leave it on a
heater. Heat damages the battery
and there is a risk of explosion.
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fore charging.
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avoid mechanical damage to
the battery. Risk of short circuit
and fumes may be emitted that
irritate the respiratory tract.
Ensure fresh air and seek medical as-
sistance in the event of discomfort.
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batteries. This could damage the ap-
pliance.
4) RESIDUAL RISKS
Even if properly operating and handling this
electric tool, some residual risks will remain.
Due to its construction and build, this elec-
tric tool may present the following hazards:
a) Cuts
b) Ear damage if working without ear
protection.
c) Damage to your health caused by
swinging your hands and arms when
operating the appliance for longer pe-
riods of time or if the unit is not held or
maintained properly.
Warning! During operation, this
electric tool generates an electro-
magnetic eld which, under certain
circumstances, may impair the func-
tionality of active or passive medical
implants. To reduce the risk of seri-
ous or lethal injuries, we recommend
that persons with medical implants
consult their doctor and the manu-
facturer of their medical implant
before operating the machine.
Correct handling of the
battery charger
• This appliance can be used
by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of ex-
perience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and un-
derstand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
• To charge the battery, use
only the charger supplied.
Risk of re and explosion. This
ensures that the safety of the de-
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• Before each use, check the
charger, cable and plug
and have them repaired
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als and only with original
parts. Do not use a defec-
tive charger and do not
open it up yourself. This
ensures that the safety of the de-
vice is maintained.
• Connect the charger only
to a socket with an earth.
Ensure that the mains volt-
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tions on the charger rating
plate. Risk of electric shock.
• Disconnect the charger
from the mains before
closing or opening con-
nection to the battery /
power tool / device. This
ensures that the battery and
charger are not damaged.
• Keep the charger clean
and away from wet
and rain. Do not use the
charger outdoors. Dirt and
the entry of water increase the
risk of electric shock.
• Operate the charger only
with the appropriate
original batteries. Charging
other batteries may result in in-
juries and risk of re.
• Avoid mechanical damage
to the charger. This can re-
sult in internal short circuits.
• Do not operate the charg-
er on a combustible sur-
face (e.g. paper, textiles).
Risk of re due to heating dur-
ing charging.
• If the power cable for this equip-
ment is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer,
a customer service agent of the
same or a similarly qualied per-
son in order to prevent hazards.
• The battery of the appliance is
not fully charged at the time of
delivery. It therefore needs to be
fully recharged before you use
it for the rst time. For the rst
recharge cycle we recommend
that you charge the battery for
about one hour. Slot the battery
into the base and plug the bat-
tery charger into a mains outlet.
• When the battery is fully
charged, unplug the charger
from the mains and from the ap-
pliance.
• Do not use the charger to charge
non-rechargeable batteries. The
device could become damaged.
Charging the battery
Do not expose the battery to
extreme conditions such as
heat or impact. Risk of injury
from escaping electrolytic so-
lution! After eye/skin contact,
rinse the affected areas with
water or a neutraliser and
consult a doctor.
Charge the battery in a dry
room only. Prior to attach-
ing the charger, check that
the battery’s outer surface is
clean and dry. There is a risk
of injury due to electric shock.
• Charge the battery before the rst time
of use.
• Please use the charging device sup-
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• If a fully recharged battery lasts for con-
siderably shorter operating times, the
battery is used up and needs to be re-
placed. Only use an OEM spare battery
available from our Customer Service.
• Always take heed of the applicable safety
instructions as well as the environmental
protection regulations and information.
• The warranty excludes all defects
caused by improper handling.
Removing/inserting the
battery
1. To remove the battery from
the device, press the release
button (11) on the battery (9)
and pull the battery out.
2. To insert the battery (9), place it
on the guide track (15) and push
it back into the appliance. It will
audibly snap in.
Do not insert the battery until
the appliance is fully assem-
bled. Risk of injury!
Recharging the battery
Only charge the battery ( 9)
when the red LED on the charge
level indicator ( 10a) is on.
Charging time is approx. 1 hour.
1. Remove the battery (9) from the
appliance, as necessary.
2. Insert the battery (9) in the charg-
ing compartment of the battery
charger (12).
3.
Plug the battery charger (12) into
a mains outlet. The red LED on the
control display (13), which is on
the charger, (12) comes on when
the battery (9) is loading. If the
green LED on the charger (12) is
on, the battery (9) is charged.
4. When the battery is fully re-
charged unplug the battery
charger (12) from the mains.
5. Pull the battery out of the battery
charger (12).
Used batteries
• If a fully recharged battery lasts for
considerably shorter operating times,
the battery is used up and needs to be
replaced. Only use an OEM battery
pack replacement available from our
Customer Service.
• Always take heed of the applicable
safety instructions as well as the envi-
ronmental protection regulations and
information (see “Waste Disposal and
Environmental Protection”).
Operating
Wear suitable clothing and
work gloves when working
with the equipment.
Wear eye and ear protection.
Ensure that the equipment
is functional before each
use. The On/Off switch and
the safety switch must not
be held closed. They must
switch off the motor when on
is released. Should a switch
be damaged, stop working
with the equipment. Ensure
that the mains voltage value
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Reduce the risk of injuries and
accidents by wearing person-
al protection equipment and
ensuring that the unit is fully
functional.
Note noise protection and local
specications.
Switching On and Off
Ensure that you are standing in a
rm position with both hands grip-
ping the hedge trimmer away from
the body. Ensure that the trimmer
is in contact with no other objects
before switching on.
Removing the blade guard:
1. Press the blade guard ( 14) at
the points marked press
and remove it.
Turning on:
2. Check that the battery (9) is in
(see “Removing/inserting the
battery”).
3. Press the safety switch (4) at the
front handle (5).
4. Press the On/Off switch (7). The
hedge trimmer will run at top
speed.
Turning off:
5. Release the safety switch (4) or
the On/Off switch s (7).
Checking the battery charge
level
The battery’s ( 9) charge level is indicat-
ed by the charge state indicator ( 10a).
Press the button for state of charge display
(10) on the battery. The LEDs indicate
the battery’s charge level.
3 LEDs are on: Battery charged
2 LEDs are on: Battery partially charged
1 LED is on: Battery needs to be charged
Only charge the battery ( 9)
when the red LED on the charge
level indicator is on.
Working with the Hedge
Trimmer
During cutting work, ensure that no
contact is made with objects, e.g.
such as wire fencing or main plant
stems. This may result in damage to
the cutter bar.
• If the blades become jammed with
solid objects, turn the device off imme-
diately and remove the rechargeable
battery. Only then should you remove
the object.
• Avoid overstraining the equipment dur-
ing work.
Cutting Techniques
• Cut thick branches beforehand using a
branch clippers.
• The double-sided cutter bar enables
cutting in both directions or, with a
swinging action, from one side to the
other.
• In case of vertical cutting, move the
hedge trimmer uniformly forward or up
and down in an arc movement.
• In case of horizontal cutting, move
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that cut branches fall to the ground.
• In order to achieve long straight lines,
the placing of tensioned guiding cords
is recommended.
Cutting Shaped Hedges:
It is recommended
that hedges be cut
in a trapezoidal
shape, in order to
prevent stripping off
of the lower branch-
es. This corre-
sponds to the natu-
ral plant growth and allows the hedge to
thrive optimally. During cutting, only the
new annual growths are reduced and thus
a dense branching and a good screen will
develop.
• Cut the sides of a hedge rst. To do
this, move the hedge trimmer in the
direction of growth from bottom to top.
If you cut down from the top, the thin-
ner branches will move out, which may
result in some areas having sparse
growth or holes.
• Cut the top edge, according to taste,
in a at shape, roof shape or rounded
shape
• Trim young plants to the required
shape. The main growth should re-
main undamaged until the hedge has
reached the planned height. All other
shoots are lopped off to half size.
Care of Free-Growing Hedges:
Free-growing hedges are not shaped when
cut, although they must be regularly main-
tained so the hedge does not become too
high.
Cleaning and
Maintenance
Repair and servicing work not
described in this manual should
always be carried by our Service
Centre. Use only original parts.
Turn off the appliance and, before
doing any servicing, remove the
battery.
Wear gloves when handling the
safety knife bar. This will protect
you against cuts.
The following cleaning and servicing
should be done regularly. This will ensure
a long and reliable service life.
Cleaning
Do not spray the appliance
with water and do not im-
merse it in water. Electric
shock hazard!
• Keep clean the ventilation slots, motor
housing and handles of the appliance.
Use a damp cloth or a brush.
Do not use cleaning agents or solvents.
You may otherwise irreparably dam-
age the appliance.
• Always keep the equipment clean. Af-
ter using the equipment, it is imperative
to:
- Clean the blade (with an oily cloth);
- Oil the blade
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Maintenance
• Prior to every use, check the appliance
for obvious defects such as loose, worn
or damaged parts. Check that the
screws in the safety knife bar ( 2)
are tight.
• Check covers and safety devices (see
) for damages and correct installa-
tion. Replace as necessary.
• You can smoothen minor nudges in
the cutting teeth yourself using a knife
grinder to sharpen the cutting edges.
The trimmer will only cut well if the
teeth are sharp.
• Blunt, bent or damaged knife bars to
be replaced.
Ask our service centre to carry out any
work that is not described in these instruc-
tions. Use only original parts.
Storage
• Keep the device in the blade guard
(14) supplied, dry and out of reach
of children.
• Remove the battery before storing the
unit for longer periods of time (e.g.
hibernation).
• Store the battery only in a partially
charged state. The state of charge
should be 40 – 60 % over a longer
storage period (two LED lights of the
charge status display (10a) light up)..
• During a longer storage period, check
the state of charge of the battery and
recharge if necessary roughly every
3months.
• Store the equipment between 10° C
and 25° C. During storage, avoid ex-
treme cold or heat so the battery does
not lose power.
You can hang the device up verti-
cally on the suspension device (
14a) on the blade guard (
14). For this purpose, please attach
two hooks or screws (screw head
< 6 mm) to the wall (with the help
of bolts, where necessary), spaced
2.5 cm apart.
The retention inside the blade
guard prevents oil from dripping
down onto the safety cutter bar and
soiling the oor or wall. Residual oil
collects in the blade guard and can
be poured out into a residual oil
container.
When drilling, be careful not
to damage any supply lines.
Use suitable search devices
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stallation plan for guidance.
Contact with electrical cables
can lead to electric shock and
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can result in an explosion.
Damage to a water pipe can
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Waste Disposal
and Environmental
Protection
Remove the battery from the device and
take the device, battery, accessories and
packaging for environmentally friendly
recycling.
Machines do not belong with do-
mestic waste.
Do not dispose of batteries in
household waste, re (risk of explo-
sion) or water. Damaged batteries
may damage the environment and
your health if toxic fumes or liquids
leak out.
• Return the unit to a recycling centre.
Spare Parts/Accessories
Spare parts and accessories can be obtained at
www.grizzly-service.eu
If you do not have internet access, please contact the Service Centre via telephone
(see “Service-Center” Page 20). Please have the order number mentioned below ready.
Position Position Description Order No.
instruction exploded
manual drawing
4+5 5-6, 36-38 Front handle 91104531
41-43
9 39 Akku 20 V 80001164
12 45 Battery charger UK 80001311
• Dispose of batteries in discharged
condition. We recommend covering
the pole with adhesive tape to prevent
a short circuit. Do not open up the bat-
tery.
• Dispose of batteries in accordance
with the local regulations. Take batter-
ies to an old battery collection point
where they will be recycled in an envi-
ronmentally friendly manner. For infor-
mation about this, ask your local waste
management company or our service
centre.
• Throw the cut grass on the compost.
Do not throw it in the normal house-
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Trouble Shooting
Problem Possible cause Corrective action
Appliance
won‘t start
Battery ( 9) discharged Recharge battery (see „Charging“)
Battery ( 9) not inserted Insert battery (see „Charging“)
Safety switch ( 4) not pressed
properly Turn on (see "Operation")
On/Off switch ( 7) defective Send in to Service Centre for repair
Intermittent
operation
Internal loose contact Send in to Service Centre for repair
On/Off switch ( 7) defective
Knife bar
becomes hot
Knife bar (2) is blunt Have the Knife bar sharpened or re-
placed (Service Centre)
Knife bar ( 2) is notched Have the Knife bar checked or re-
placed (Service Centre)
Too much friction due to lack of
lubrication Oil the knife bar ( 2)
Bad trim
Too much friction due to miss-
ing lubrication Lubricate knife bar ( 2)
Knife bar ( 2) dirty Clean knife bar
Knife bar ( 2) blunt Grind or have knife bar replaced
(Service Centre)
Bad cutting technique See ("Working with the hedge trimmer")
Battery ( 9) not fully charged Recharge battery (see "Charging")

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The guarantee applies for all material and
manufacturing defects. This guarantee
does not extend to cover product parts that
are subject to normal wear and may there-
fore be considered as wearing parts (e.g.
knives, battery and gear wheel) or to cover
damage to breakable parts (e.g. switches).
This guarantee shall be invalid if the prod-
uct has been damaged, used incorrectly or
not maintained. Precise adherence to all of
the instructions specied in the operating
manual is required for proper use of the
product. Intended uses and actions against
which the operating manual advises or
warns must be categorically avoided.
The product is designed only for private
and not commercial use. The guarantee
will be invalidated in case of misuse or
improper handling, use of force, or inter-
ventions not undertaken by our authorised
service branch.
Processing in Case of Guarantee
To ensure quick handling of you issue,
please follow the following directions:
• Please have the receipt and identication
number (IAN 296305) ready as proof of
purchase for all enquiries.
• Please nd the item number on the rating
plate.
• Should functional errors or other defects
occur, please initially contact the service
department specied below by tele-
phone or by e-mail. You will then receive
further information on the processing of
your complaint.
• After consultation with our customer
service, a product recorded as defective
can be sent postage paid to the service
address communicated to you, with the
proof of purchase (receipt) and specica-
tion of what constitutes the defect and
when it occurred. In order to avoid ac-
ceptance problems and additional costs,
Guarantee
Dear Customer,
This equipment is provided with a 3-year
guarantee from the date of purchase.
In case of defects, you have statutory rights
against the seller of the product. These
statutory rights are not restricted by our
guarantee presented below.
Terms of Guarantee
The term of the guarantee begins on the
date of purchase. Please retain the original
receipt. This document is required as proof
of purchase.
If a material or manufacturing defect occurs
within three years of the date of purchase
of this product, we will repair or replace –
at our choice – the product for you free of
charge. This guarantee requires the defec-
tive equipment and proof of purchase to be
presented within the three-year period with
a brief written description of what consti-
tutes the defect and when it occurred.
If the defect is covered by our guarantee, you
will receive either the repaired product or a
new product. No new guarantee period be-
gins on repair or replacement of the product.
Guarantee Period and Statutory
Claims for Defects
The guarantee period is not extended by
the guarantee service. This also applies for
replaced or repaired parts. Any damages
and defects already present at the time of
purchase must be reported immediately af-
ter unpacking. Repairs arising after expiry
of the guarantee period are chargeable.
Guarantee Cover
The equipment has been carefully pro-
duced in accordance with strict quality
guidelines and conscientiously checked
prior to delivery.

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Service-Center
GB Service Great Britain
Tel.: [phone]
(£ 0.10/Min.)
E-Mail: [email protected]
IAN 296305
NI
IE Service Ireland
Service Northern Ireland
Tel.: [phone]
(0,08 EUR/Min., (peak))
(0,06 EUR/Min., (off peak))
E-Mail: [email protected]
IAN 296305
Importer
Please note that the following address is
not a service address. Please initially con-
tact the service centre specied above.
Grizzly Tools GmbH & Co. KG
Stockstädter Straße 20
63762 Großostheim
Germany
www.grizzly-service.eu
please be sure to use only the address
communicated to you. Ensure that the
consignment is not sent carriage forward
or by bulky goods, express or other spe-
cial freight. Please send the equipment
inc. all accessories supplied at the time
of purchase and ensure adequate, safe
transport packaging.
Repair Service
For a charge, repairs not covered by the
guarantee can be carried out by our ser-
vice branch, which will be happy to issue
a cost estimate for you.
We can handle only equipment that has
been sent with adequate packaging and
postage.
Attention: Please send your equipment to
our service branch in clean condition and
with an indication of the defect.
Equipment sent carriage forward or by
bulky goods, express or other special
freight will not be accepted.
We will dispose of your defective devices
free of charge when you send them to us.