GreenWorks A40XZU20-GB01 User manual

40-Volt Cordless Hedge Trimmer
A40XZU20-GB01, A40XZU20-LB01
A40XZU22-GB01, A40XZU22-LB01
A40XZU24-GB01, A40XZU24-LB01
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Original instructions
Ningbo AOSHENG Machine Co., Ltd
Linshan Industrial Park, Yuyao City,

Table Of Contents
Read These Instructions.............................................................3
Safety Symbols...........................................................................4
Safety Instructions...........................................................5-12
Introduction...............................................................................13
Specifications ...........................................................................13
Assembly ..................................................................................14
Packing List ..............................................................................14
Description....................................................................15-16
Operation.............................................................................17-22
Maintenance .................................................................23-25
Troubleshooting............................................................26-27
Warranty .......................................................................28-29
Parts List...................................................................................30

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IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: some dust created by power cutting contains chemicals known to
thestateofCaliforniatocausecancer,birthdefectsorotherreproductiveharm.
some examples of these chemicalsare:
Lead from lead-basedpaints
crystallinesilicafrombricksandcementandothermasonryproducts,and
Arsenic andchromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Yourriskfromtheseexposuresvaries,dependingonhowoftenyoudothistypeof
work.To reduce your exposure to these chemical: work in a well-ventilated area, and
workwithapprovedsafetyequipment,suchasthosedustmasksthatarespecially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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Safety Symbols
Thepurposeofsafetysymbolsistoattractyourattentiontopossibledangers.The
safetysymbolsandtheexplanationswiththemdeserveyourcarefulattentionand
understanding.Thesymbolwarningsdonot,bythemselves,eliminateanydanger.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 allsafety alert symbols such as“DANGER,” “WARNING,”
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below
mayresultinelectricshock,fire,and/orseriouspersonalinjury.
Symbol meaning
SAFETYALERTSYMBOL: indicates DANGER,WARNING,ORCAUTION.
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
tooloperation,alwayswearsafetygogglesorsafetyglasseswithsideshieldanda
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.

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Safety Instructions
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product.Read,
understand,andfollowallinstructionsonthemachinebeforeattemptingtoassemble
and operate.
safety Alert
indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read the
Operator’s
Manual
Toreducetheriskofinjury,usermustread
operator’s manual.
Eye Protection
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
withsideshieldsandafullfaceshieldwhen
operating thisproduct.
danger- Keep
hands Away
from Blades
contactwithbladewillresultinserious
personal injury.
Do not expose to
rain
Do not expose to rain

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Recycle symbols
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion)
batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may
prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary
trash. consult your local waste authority for
information regarding available recycling and/
or disposal options.
Charging/Store
the battery pack
Charging and Store the battery pack only in
dry rooms with an ambient temperature of
50°F to 104°F (+10°C to +40°C).
V
Volt
Voltage
A
Amperes
current
hz
hertz
Frequency (cycles per second)
W
Watt
Power
min
Minutes
Time
Alternating

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current
Type of current
direct current
Type or a characteristic of current
n
0
no-Load speed
Rotational speed, at no load
... /min
Per Minute
Revolutions per minute
SPM
strokes Per
Minute
stroke speed, at no load
DANGER: People withelectronicdevices,such aspacemakers,shouldconsult
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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Avoid Dangerous Environment –Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2) Don’t Use In Rain.
3) Keep Children Away –All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
4) Dress Properly –Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5) Use Safety Glasses –Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6) Use Right Appliance –Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is
intended.
7) Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury
at the rate for which it was designed.
8) Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
9) Stay Alert –Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance
when you are tired.
10) Store Idle Appliances Indoors –When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors
in dry, and high or locked-up place –out of reach of children.
11) Check Damaged Parts –Before further use of the appliance, 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.
Charging battery pack only in dry conditions and an ambient temperature of 50°F to 104°F
(10°C to 40°C). Protect them from humidity and direct sunlight!
Store the charger, battery pack and machine only in dry places with an ambient temperature
of 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C).

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WARNING –To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.
WARNING –Risk of Eye Injury. Use Safety Glasses or Similar Eye Protection.
WARNING –To reduce the risk of injury to persons, do not operate without
guards in place.
WARNING –To Reduce the Risk of injury to Persons, Remove Battery Pack When
Not in Use.
WARNING –Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings, and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.
⚫ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the power switch is in the off-position
before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliances.
Carrying the appliances with your finger on the power switch, or energizing
appliances that have the switch on, invites accidents.
⚫ Make sure the power switch is off and the battery pack is removed before
clearing jammed material, making adjustments, changing accessories,
storing or servicing the appliance. Unexpected actuation of the appliance
while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal
injury.
⚫ Reacharge only with the charger specified 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 appliance only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
⚫ 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 fire.
⚫ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water.If liquid contacts eyes,

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additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
⚫ Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in
fire, explosion or risk of injury.
⚫ Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature of 130 ℃ can be replaced by the temperature of
265 ℉ .
⚫ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or
appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
⚫ Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery packs( as
applicable) except as indicated in the instructions use and care.
G ener a l Power T ool Sa fet y W a rnings
WARNING: Readallsafetywarningsandinstructions.Failtofollowthe
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Theterm“power tool”inthewarningreferstoyourmains-operated(corded)powertool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Work Area Safety
Keepworkareacleanandwelllit.cluttered ordarkareasinviteaccidents.
Donot operatepowertoolsinexplosive atmospheres,suchasinthepresence of
flammableliquids,gasesordust.Powertoolscreatesparkswhichmayignitethe
dust or fumes.

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Keepchildrenandbystandersawaywhile operatingapowertool.distractions can
cause you to losecontrol.
Electric a l S a fet y
Battery packmustmatchtheoutlet.Nevermodifythe battery packinanyway.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified
plugsand matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoidbodycontactwith earthedorgroundedsurfaces,suchaspipes,radiators,
rangesandrefrigerators.Thereisanincreasedriskofelectricshockifyourbodyis
earthed orgrounded.
Donot exposepowertoolstorainorwetconditions.Waterenteringapowertooll
will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unpluggingthe powertool.Keepcord awayfromheat,oil,sharpedgesor
moving parts. damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use.Useofacordsuitableforoutdoorusereducestheriskofelectric
shock. Ifoperating a power tool ina damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an Rcd reduces the risk of electric
shock.

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P erson a l S a fet y
Stay alert,watch what you are doing anduse common sense when operating a
powertool.Donotuseapowertoolwhileyouaretiredorundertheinfluenceof
drugs,alcoholormedication.Amomentofinattentionwhileoperatingpowertools
may result in serious personal injury.
Usepersonalprotectiveequipment.Alwaysweareyeprotection.Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
usedforappropriateconditions willreducepersonal injuries.
Preventunintentionalstarting.Ensuretheswitchisintheoff-positionbefore
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking upor carrying the tool.
carryingpowertoolswithyourfingerontheswitchorenergizingpowertoolsthat
have the switch on invites accidents.
Removeanyadjustingkeyorwrenchbeforeturningthepower toolon.A
wrench or akeyleftattachedtoarotatingpartofthepowertoolmayresultin
personalinjury.
Donotoverreach. Keepproperfootingandbalanceatalltimes.This
enables bettercontrol of thepowertoolin unexpected situations.
Dress properly.Donotwear looseclothingorjewelry. Keep your hair,clothingand
glovesawayfrommovingparts.Looseclothes,jewelryorlonghaircanbecaught
in moving parts.
Ifdevicesareprovidedfortheconnectionofdustextractionandcollection
facilities,ensuretheseareconnectedandproperlyused.Useofdustdevicescan
reduce dust-related hazards.

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Power Tool Use And Care
Donotforcethepowertool.Usethecorrectpowertoolforyourapplication.
Thecorrectpowertoolwilldothejobbetterandmoresafelyattheratefor
which it wasdesigned.
Donotusethepowertooliftheswitchdoesnotturnitonandoff.Anypowertool
thatcannotbecontrolledwiththeswitchisdangerousandmustberepaired.
Disconnectthebatterypackfromthe powertoolbeforemakingany
adjustments,changingaccessories,orstoring powertools.suchpreventive
safetymeasuresreducetheriskofstartingthepower tool accidentally.
Storeidlepowertoolsoutofthereachofchildrenanddonotallowpersons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Powertoolsaredangerousinthehandsofuntrainedusers.
Maintainpowertools.Checkformisalignmentorbindingofmovingparts,
breakageofpartsandanyotherconditionthatmayaffectthepowertools
operation.Ifdamaged,havethepowertoolrepairedbeforeuse.Manyaccidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keepcuttingtoolssharpandclean.Properlymaintainedcuttingtoolswith
sharp cutting edgesare lesslikelytobindandareeasiertocontrol;
Use the power tool, accessories, tool bits, etc. in accordance with these
instructions,takingintoaccounttheworkingconditionsandtheworktobe
performed.Useofthepowertoolforoperationsdifferentfromthoseintendedcould
result in a hazardoussituation.

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Battery Tool Use And Care
Rechargeonlywiththecharger specifiedbythe manufacturer. Acharger that
issuitableforonetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskoffirewhenusedwith
another battery pack.
Usethebatteryoperatedhedgetrimmers onlywithspecificallydesignated battery
packs. Useof any other batterypacks may createarisk ofinjury andfire.
Whenbatterypackisnotinuse,keepitawayfromothermetalobjects,like
paper clips,coins,keys,nails,screwsorothersmallmetalobjectsthatcan
makea connectionfromoneterminaltoanother.shortingthebattery terminals
together may cause burns or afire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact.If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. if liquid contact eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritationorburns.
Battery powered hedge trimmers do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be
aware of possible hazards when not using your battery powered hedge
trimmer or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Do not charge the battery pack outdoors.
Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
Do not leave hedge trimmers unattended when the battery is inserted.
Remove the battery when the hedge trimmer is not in use and before
servicing.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
or use in areas where they may be present.
Do not operate hedge trimmers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.

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Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only
identicalreplacementparts.Thiswillensurethatthesafetyofthepower
tool is maintained.
Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings
DANGER –Keephandsawayfromblade.contactwithbladewillresultin
serious personalinjury.
Keepallpartsofthebodyawayfromthecutterblade.Donotremovecut
material or holdmaterialtobecutwhenbladesaremoving.Makesurethe
switchisoff whenclearingjammedmaterial.Bladescoastafterturnoff.
Amomentofinattentionwhileoperatingthehedgetrimmermayresultinserious
personal injury.
Carrythehedgetrimmerbythehandlewiththecutterbladestopped.Proper
handlingofthehedgetrimmerwillreducepossiblepersonalinjuryfromthecutter
blades.

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Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter
blade may contact hidden wiring. cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may
makeexposedmetalpartsofthepowertool“live” andcouldgivetheoperator
an electric shock.
Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.Using one hand
could cause loss ofcontrolandresultin serious personal injury.
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.
Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
Donotgrasptheexposedcuttingbladesorcuttingedgeswhenpickingupor
holding the hedge trimmer.
donotuseonaladder,rooftop,tree,orotherunstablesupport.stablefootingona
solid surface enables better control of the hedge trimmer in unexpected situations.
never allow children to operate the hedge trimmer.
neverremoveortamperwithsafetydevices.checktheirproperoperationregularly.
neverdoanythingtointerferewiththeintendedfunctionofasafetydeviceorto
reduce the protection provided by a safety device.
neveroperatethehedgetrimmerwithoutproperguards,plates,orother
safety protective devices inplace.
BATTERY PACK
CHARGER
A40B25B01, A40B50B01,
A40B75B01
A40MC75B01

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checkdamagedpartsbeforefurtheruseofthehedgetrimmer.Aguardorother
partthatisdamagedshouldbecarefullycheckedtodeterminethatitwilloperate
properlyandperformitsintendedfunction.checkforalignmentofmovingparts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that
mayaffectitsoperation.Aguardorotherpartthatisdamagedshouldbeproperly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in
this manual.

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checkthebladeandmotormountingboltsatfrequentintervalsforproper
tightness. . Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, and worn).
Replace the bladeonlywithabladefromtheoriginalequipmentmanufacturer
(OEM).
Replacethebladeif it isbentorcracked.Anunbalancedbladecausesvibration
that coulddamagethe motordriveunitorcausepersonalinjury.
iftheequipmentshouldstarttovibrateabnormally,stopthemotorandcheck
immediatelyforthecause.Vibrationisgenerallyawarningoftrouble.
Thetrimmer shallbe usedtocut stems lessthan3/4"(18mm)thick.
Trimonly in daylight or in good artificial light.
Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material
from the hedge trimmer.
Donotwashwithahose;avoidgettingwaterinmotorandelectricalconnections.
Whenservicinguseonlyidenticalreplacementpartslistedinthismanual.Useof
parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromisedsafety.
Follow instructions forlubricating andchanging accessories.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
savetheseinstructions.Refertothemfrequentlyandusethemtoinstruct others
whomayusethistool.ifyouloanthistooltosomeoneelse,alsoloanthese
instructionstothemtopreventmisuseoftheproductandpossibleinjury.
Save these instructions!
Intended use
Used for home and highway landscaping pruning.

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Serial Number Date of Purchase
You shouldrecord both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for
future reference.
Introduction
Congratulations on your selection of a new generation of 40V Lithium-ion
powered hedge trimmer. 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
Henx customer service center [phone] .
Thismanualcontainsimportantinformationontothesafeassembly,operationand
maintainance of your hedge trimmer. Read it carefully before using the hedge trimmer.
Keep this manual handy soyou can refer to it at anytime.
Specifications
Voltage
40V DC
no-Load speed
Cutting Length
24" (610mm) □
22”(550mm) □
20”( 508 mm) □
Low Speed:1600/min
High Speed:2100/min

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Weight (Without battery pack, blade guard)
8.5 lb(3.84kg)
Battery
pack
Lithium-Ion
Models
A40B75B01
A40B50B01
A40B25B01
voltage
40 VDC
40 VDC
40 VDC
Capacity
7.5Ah
5.0Ah
2.5Ah
Charger
(model)
A40MC75B01
Input
20-240VAC 50/60Hz 75.6W
Output
40VDC 1.8A
Allowable
charge
temperature
range
4 - 40 °C