Ozito CGS-0036 User manual

CORDLESS
GRASS TRIMMER
& SHEAR
3.6V Lithium Ion
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 3.6V
Battery: 1.3Ah Li-ion
Charge Time: 3-5 Hours
No Load Speed: 950/min
Grass Shear: 70mm Blade
Hedge Trimmer: 100mm Blade
Max. Cutting Cap.: 8mm
Weight: 0.5kg
CGS-0036
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
ozito.com.au
Cordless Grass
Trimmer/ Shear
Grass Shear Blade
Blade Covers
Hedge Trimmer Blade
Charging Adaptor

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1 Charging LED
2 Sure Grip Handle
3 On/Off Switch
4 Lock Off Lever
5 Removable Base
6 Blade
7 Blade Cover
8 Hedge Trimming Blade
9 Grass Shear Blade
10 Charging Adaptor
11 Charging Jack
CORDLESS TRIMMER/SHEAR
ACCESSORIES
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
1. CHANGING BLADES
SETUP & PREPARATION
WARNING: ENSURE THE TOOL IS SWITCHED OFF
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
STEPS. WEAR GLOVES, BLADES ARE SHARP.
Removing the Base
Inserting the Base
Changing the Blade
1 Lift the tab on the
base while pulling the
base plate back until it
unclips.
1 Push the base into the housing
making sure the 4 clips align
with there slots.
1 Lift the front of the blade from
the housing and then slide
forward to remove.
2 Remove the base by
lifting from both sides.
2 Oncethebaseisat
against the housing,
push the base forward
to secure in place.
2 To insert the desired
blade, slide the back
of the blade into the
housing recess at an
angle and then lower
the front.
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1 2 3 4
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8 9 10 11

3. STARTING / STOPPING
Charging your lithium ion battery
The Cordless Grass Trimmer & Shear’s battery has been shipped in a
low charge condition, and requires charging prior to use. Allow several
cycles of charging and discharging (through use of the tool) for the
battery to reach its optimum performance / runtime.
2. BATTERY & CHARGING
OPERATION
CAUTION: THE POWER SUPPLY FOR THIS CHARGER
SHOULD BE PROTECTED BY A RESIDUAL CURRENT
DEVICE (RATED AT 30mA OR LESS).
Starting the Trimmer
Stopping the Trimmer
1 Press and hold the lock off
switch down on either side.
1 Release the on/off
switch.
2 Depress the on/off
switch.
1 Plug charging jack into the grass trimmer & shear.
2 Plug the charging adaptor into a power outlet and switch on the
mains power.
3 Once the trimmer is fully charged, switch the mains power supply off
and remove the charging jack.
Note: The LED on the rear of the handle will illuminate indicating
the battery is charging. Once fully charged this LED will stop
glowing.
Before starting the grass trimmer & shear
• Remove the blade cover.
• Make sure you have a secure and balanced footing.
• Make sure the cutting blade is not touching the ground or
any other objects.
• Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear hold the unit with the
cutting blades directed away from you.
WARNING: DO NOT USE ANY ATTACHMENTS OR
ACCESSORIES NOT RECOMMENDED BY THE
MANUFACTURER OF THIS PRODUCT, AS IT CAN RESULT
IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

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4. OPERATING THE TRIMMER/SHEAR 5. MAINTENANCE
• Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged parts, such
as blade teeth. Be sure to sharpen or replace any damaged parts
prior to operation.
• To remove sap and other sticky residue, spray the blades
witharesinsolvent.Runthemotorbrieysothatthesolventis
evenly distributed.
• Wipe the surface with a dry cloth.
• Never use water for cleaning your trimmer. Most plastics are
susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
Side cutting
When trimming the sides of the
hedge, begin at the bottom and
cut upwards holding the trimmer
at a slight angle to the hedge.
Top cutting
Use a smooth wide sweeping
motion. A slight downward tilt
of the cutting blades in the
direction of motion gives the
best cutting results.
Move the grass shear parallel to the ground. Direct the shear forward
smoothly. Do not sweep the shear from side to side as this will not allow
the blade to cut properly.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE WORK AREA IS
FREE OF ROCKS, DEBRIS, LINES AND OTHER FOREIGN
OBJECTS.
Using the Grass Trimmer:
Using the Grass Shear:
WARNING: IF THE BLADE JAMS ON AN HIDDEN
ELECTRICAL CORD, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN
BECOME LIVE AND VERY DANGEROUS. DISCONNECT THE
ELECTRICAL SERVICE TO THE DAMAGED LINE BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO FREE THE BLADE.
WARNING: ENSURE THE TOOL IS SWITCHED OFF
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
STEPS.
Sharpening the cutting blade
1. Start and stop your
trimmer until the trimmer/
shear blade and the
guard are slightly offset.
This will allow clearance
forthelebetween
cutter teeth and guard
teeth.
2. Clamp the blade assembly in a vice
andle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ling.
3. Remove the trimmer from the vice.
Startandstopittoexposethe
unsharpened edges of the blade teeth.
4. Repeat the sharpening procedure above for the remaining teeth.
WARNING: DO NOT OIL WHILE THE TRIMMER/SHEAR IS
RUNNING.
Lubricating the blade
For best operation and longer blade life,
lubricate the trimmer/shear blade with
light weight machine oil before and after
each use.
Laythehedgetrimmeronaatsurface.
Apply a light weight machine oil along
the edge of the top blade.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Power tools that are no longer usable should not be disposed of
with household waste but in an environmentally friendly way. Please
recyclewherefacilitiesexist.Checkwithyourlocalcouncilauthority
for recycling advice.
Recyclingpackagingreducestheneedforlandllandrawmaterials.
Reuse of recycled material decreases pollution in the environment.
Pleaserecyclepackagingwherefacilitiesexist.Checkwithyour
local council authority for recycling advice.
Spare parts can be ordered from the Special Orders Desk
at your local Bunnings Warehouse.
For further information, or any parts not listed here, visit
www.ozito.com.au or contact Ozito Customer Service:
Australia 1800 069 486
New Zealand 0508 069 486
E-mail: [email protected]
SPARE PARTS
STORAGE
Read instruction manual
Do not trim in the rain or leave the hedge trimmer outdoors
while raining.
Regulator compliance mark
Wear eye protection
• Always place the blade cover
on the blade before storing
or transporting the trimmer/
shear. Use caution to avoid
the sharp teeth of the blade.
• Clean the 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.
Note: Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or injuries
caused by repair of the tool by an unauthorised person or mishandling
or mistreatment of the tool. This tool is designed for DIY use - use in
commercial or industrial environments will void the warranty.
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING IN-
STRUCTIONS FOR YOUR
BATTERY CHARGER.
1. Before using the charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on the
charger, battery pack and the product using the battery pack.
2. This charger is not intended for any uses other than charging rechargeable batter-
ies.Anyotherusemayresultinriskofre,electricshockorelectrocution.
3. Do not place any object on top of the charger or place the charger on a soft surface
thatmayresultinexcessiveinternalheat.Placethechargerinapositionaway
from any heat source.
4. To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than
the cord when disconnecting the charger.
5. Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
6. Anextensioncordshouldnotbeusedunlessabsolutelynecessary.Useofanim-
properextensioncordcouldresultintheriskofre,electricshockorelectrocution.
7. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or other-
wise damaged in any way. Have it checked by an electrician or power tool repairer.
8. Do not disassemble charger. Take it to an electrician or power tool repairer when
service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric
shock,electrocutionorre.
9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempt-
ing any cleaning. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk.
10. Never attempt to connect 2 chargers together.
11. DO NOT store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may
reachorexceed40ºC(suchasinsideshedsormetalbuildingsinsummer).
12. The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power (240
volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage!
13. The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. First read the safety instruc-
tions and then follow the charging notes and procedures.
14. The longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is
chargedwhentheairtemperatureisbetween18-24ºC.Donotchargethebattery
packinanairtemperaturebelow10ºCorabove40ºC.Thisisimportantandwill
prevent damage to the battery pack.
15. Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is seriously damaged or is completely
wornout.Thebatterycanexplodeinare.
16. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the bat-
tery pack breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue use and do not recharge.
17. During charging, the battery must be placed in a well ventilated area.
BATTERY AND CHARGER SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! BLADES ARE SHARP. WHEN HANDLING THE
BLADE ASSEMBLY, WEAR GLOVES. DO NOT PLACE
YOUR HAND OR FINGERS BETWEEN BLADES OR IN ANY
POSITION WHERE THEY COULD GET PINCHED OR CUT.

GRASS TRIMMER & SHEAR SAFETY WARNINGS
• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut
material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch
is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while operating the
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
• Carry the trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. When
transportingorstoringthetrimmeralwaystthebladecover.Properhandlingof
the trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter
blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may
makeexposedmetalpartsofthepowertool“live”andcouldgivetheoperatoran
electric shock.
• Perform visual inspection on the hedge being trimmed. To ensure no wire
fences or foreign objects that the hedge trimmer may contact during operation.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
trimmer.
• Avoid using the trimmer, while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.
• Usethetrimmeronlyindaylightorgoodarticiallight.
• Never operate the trimmer with damaged blades in place.
• Switch on the trimmer only when the hands and feet are away from the cutting
blades.
• Use only the manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts and accessories.
• Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Have the trimmer repaired only by an
authorized repairer.
• When not in use, store the trimmer out of the reach of children.
• Face the cutting blades away from yourself, other people and animals while the
power is connected to the trimmer (especially during operation).
• Keep ventilation openings clear of debris. Keep handles dry, clean and free of oil
and grease.
• Never reach underneath the trimmer (the cutting blade area) until it has
completely stopped.
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qualiedservice
technician.
WARNING!Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebyyoungorinrmpersons
unless supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the
appliance safely. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
WARNING! When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including the
following, should always be followed to reduce risk of re, electric shock, personal injury
and material damage.
Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an emergency, before
operating the tool.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference.
This tools charger is double insulated therefore no earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or a power tool repairer in order to avoid
a hazard.
Note: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool. The
insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure
within the tool.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, we recommend the use of a residual current device (rated 30mA or less).
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructionsmayresultinelectricshock,reand/orseriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. 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
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a. Power tool plugs must match 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.
b. 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.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the cord. Never 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.
e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f. If operating a power tool in a 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
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c. 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 power tools with your
ngerontheswitchorenergisingpowertoolsthathavetheswitchoninvitesaccidents.
d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the
powertoolinunexpectedsituations.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g. 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.
4. Power tool use and care
a. 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.
b. 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.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e. 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 maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, 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 power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. Battery tool use and care
a. 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rewhenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
b. Use power tools only with specically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
maycreateariskofinjuryandre.
c. 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re.
d. 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.
6. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

OZITO Australia/New Zealand (Head Office) 1-23 Letcon Drive, Bangholme, Victoria, Australia 3175. 0614
IN ORDER TO MAKE A CLAIM UNDER THIS
WARRANTY YOU MUST RETURN THE PRODUCT
TO YOUR NEAREST BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE WITH
YOUR BUNNINGS REGISTER RECEIPT. PRIOR TO
RETURNING YOUR PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY
PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE
HELPLINE:
Australia 1800 069 486
New Zealand 0508 069 486
WARRANTY
TO ENSURE A SPEEDY RESPONSE PLEASE
HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND DATE OF
PURCHASE AVAILABLE. A CUSTOMER SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVE WILL TAKE YOUR CALL
AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY
HAVE RELATING TO THE WARRANTY POLICY
OR PROCEDURE.
The benefits provided under this warranty are in addition
to other rights and remedies which are available to you at law.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded
at law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major
failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired
or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
Generally you will be responsible for all costs associated with
a claim under this warranty, however, where you have suffered
any additional direct loss as a result of a defective product you
may be able to claim such expenses by contacting our customer
service helpline above.
3 YEAR REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
Your product is guaranteed for a period of 36 months from the
original date of purchase and is intended for DIY (Do It Yourself)
use only. If a product is defective it will be replaced in accordance
with the terms of this warranty. Lithium Ion batteries are covered
by a 12 month warranty. Warranty excludes consumable parts.
WARNING
The following actions will result in the warranty being void.
• If the tool has been operated on a supply voltage other
than that specified on the tool.
• If the tool shows signs of damage or defects caused
by or resulting from abuse, accidents or alterations.
• Failure to perform maintenance as set out within the
instruction manual.
• If the tool is disassembled or tampered with in any way.