Sovereign A041010 User manual

450W Electric Hedge Trimmer
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Item No. 577185
Model No. A041010
Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly.
HHGL Limited, MK9 1BA; HHGL (ROI) Limited, D02 X576 Jan 21

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CONTENTS
General safety warnings 3
Intended use 9
Warning symbols 10
In the box 12
Assembly 13
Operation 14
Maintenance and storage 16
Troubleshooting 20
Technical data 21
Warranty 23

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and
instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings
and instructions designated by the
symbol. 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.
• Always ensure anyone intending to operate this
machine is fully conversant with the contents
of this instruction manual prior to assembling,
maintaining or operating the power tool.
• Perform assembly operations as described in
this manual. Failure to observe this warning
may lead to serious injury, death, or damage to
the machine.
• Always take care when removing the packaging,
to prevent damage to you or to the power tool.
IMPORTANT! Before assembling the power tool,
check all the parts indicated in the manual are in
the box. Inspect all the parts for signs of damage.
Do not assemble the machine if you observe any
damaged components.

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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
flammable 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. Unmodified 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.

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e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cable suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cable 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 influence 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 a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce the risk of injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the 'OFF' position before connecting to a
power source and/or battery pack. Carrying
power tools with your finger 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

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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.
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

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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. SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR HEDGE TRIMMER:
1. 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 hedge trimmer may result in serious personal
injury.
2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with

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the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or
storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting
device cover. Proper handling of the hedge
trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from
the cutter blades.
3. Keep cable away from cutting area. During
operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs and
can be accidentally cut by the blade.
4. Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter blade may
contact hidden wiring or its own cable. Cutter
blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give
the operator an electric shock.
5. Check the hedge for foreign objects,
e.g. wire fences.
6. Use both hands when operating the hedge
trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of
control and result in serious personal injury.
7. Recommendation for the use of a residual current
device with a tripping current of 30 mA or less.
INTENDED USE
Your hedge trimmer has been designed for trimming
light foliage, and is intended for DIY use only.
The device is not permitted to be used in public

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gardens, parks, sports centres or at roadsides, as
well as for agriculture or forestry. Use in any other
way is considered contrary to the intended use.
Compliance with the operation, service and repair
(as specified in this instruction manual) also
constitutes essential elements of the intended use.

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WARNING SYMBOLS
Before any use, refer to the corresponding
paragraph in the present manual.
Warning! This symbol, before a safety comment,
indicates a precaution, a warning or a danger.
Ignoring this warning could lead to an accident
for yourself or for others. To limit the risk of
injury, fire, or electrocution, always apply the
recommendations indicated.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear a dust mask.
Do not expose or operate the power tool in rain.
Keep fingers away from moving cutting device!
Remove the plug from the mains supply
immediately if the cable is damaged or cut.

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class II tool
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of
them as household waste. All tools, hoses and
packaging should be sorted, taken to the
local recycling centre and disposed of in an
environmentally safe way.
Guaranteed sound power level data (104dB), in
accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC.
The product complies with the applicable European
Directives, and an evaluation method of conformity
for these directives was done.
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IN THE BOX
PARTS
A. Blade sheath
B. Blade
C. Safety hand guard
D. Front handle
E. Rear handle
F. Cable holder
G. Cable and plug
H. ON/OFF switch
I. Safety switch
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING!
Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent
damage to you or to the hedge trimmer.
Make sure that you have sufficient space to put the hedge
trimmer down. Keep your feet apart so that you have a stable
position; bend at the knees and keep your back straight.
Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local
recycling regulations.
MAINS SUPPLY CABLE STRAIN RELIEF
To prevent excessive strain on the cable connections, the
hedge trimmer is fitted with a cable restraint.
Before switching 'ON', push a loop of cable through the space
in the handle and secure it over the cable restraint.

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OPERATION
PREPARE TO OPERATE
Warning!
Before switching 'ON', make sure that all personnel,
particularly children and domestic animals, are at a safe
distance. Inspect the hedge to be trimmed, and make sure
there are no obstacles or foreign objects in the work area. If
any parts are missing, damaged or broken, do not operate
your hedge trimmer until all damaged parts have been
replaced or repaired. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
Before starting your hedge trimmer, remove the blade
sheath, as shown.
SWITCH ON
Hold the rear handle with one gloved hand. Squeeze the ON/
OFF switch. With the other gloved hand, hold the front handle
and grip the safety switch. The hedge trimmer will then start.

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SWITCH OFF
To switch the hedge trimmer 'OFF', release either the safety
switch or the ON/OFF switch.
TRIMMING HEDGE
Warning!
Before using this hedge trimmer, make sure that you have
read all of the safety instructions.
Be aware of the position of the cable at all times. Keep it
away from the blade.
When operating the unit, check for the following: Wear eye
protection and appropriate clothing.
Hold the front handle with one hand and auxiliary handles
with the other hand.
1. Start trimming at the point nearest to the power supply
and work away from it.
2. Keep the mains cable behind you at all times. Make sure
that it is not in the path of the blade.
3. When trimming, the blade should be tilted towards the
hedge. Always trim from the bottom upwards.
4. Trim the sides of the hedge first and then trim the top.
5. If the branches are very long, they should be cut back in
several stages.
6. Make sure that there are no hard objects in the hedge,
such as railings, that could damage the blade.
7. If the blade becomes jammed, switch off and disconnect
from the mains supply before clearing the obstruction.
8. Do not force the hedge trimmer to cut oversized
branches. These should be cut by hand using secateurs
or shears.

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Note: Evergreen hedges and shrubs that retain their leaves
in the winter, should be trimmed in April and August.
Conifers and other fast-growing shrubs can be trimmed
every six weeks from May onwards, throughout the
growing season.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
WARNING!
Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing your power tool,
make sure the switch is 'OFF'. Disconnect the plug from the
mains supply.
CLEANING
Warning! Before lubricating, make sure your hedge
trimmer is disconnected from the mains supply. Apply oil so
that it runs between the two blades.

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1. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your power
tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
2. Always check the cutting head and guard before each use.
3. Always store your power tool in a safe, dry place.
4. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean.
5. Have the unit professionally repaired should there be any
damaged parts.
6. Do not allow cuttings and other debris to become dry
and hard on any of the hedge trimmer surfaces. This will
directly affect the cutting performance.
7. Make sure that the blade is kept clean of all cuttings and
other debris.
PLUG REPLACEMENT
If you need to replace the fitted plug then follow the
instructions below.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
Blue = Neutral
Brown = Live
The colour of the wires in the electrical cable may not
correspond with the coloured markings within your plug
terminal. Please therefore take care to ensure the blue wire
is connected to the terminal marked 'N'. And the brown wire
is connected to the terminal marked 'L'.
WARNING! Never connect live or neutral wires
to the earth terminal of the plug. Only fit an
approved 13Amp BS1363/A plug and the correct
rated fuse.

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Note: If a moulded plug is fitted and has to be removed, take
great care in disposing of the plug and severed cable; it must
be destroyed to prevent engaging into a socket.
MAINTENANCE
For easier operation and longer life, lubricate the cutting
blades before and after each use.

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STORAGE
IMPORTANT! Make sure that the hedge trimmer has been
thoroughly cleaned before storing it in a clean, dry and safe
place, out of the reach of children.
Always fit the transportation blade guard when storing the
hedge trimmer.
1. Switch the product 'OFF' and disconnect it from the power
supply before transporting it anywhere.
2. Attach the blade sheath.
3. Always carry the product on its gripping surfaces.
4. Protect the product from any heavy impact or strong
vibrations, which may occur during transportation in
vehicles.
5. Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or
falling over.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
Only perform the steps described within these instructions!
All further inspection, maintenance and repair work must be
performed by an authorised service centre or a similarly
qualified specialist, if you cannot solve the problem yourself!
The following table provides solutions to common problems
encountered with the hedge trimmer:
Problem Possible cause Solution
Product
does not
start
1. Not connected to
power supply
1. Connect to the power
supply
2. Power connection
is loose
2. Connect to the power
supply properly
3. Other electrical
defect to the product
3. Check with a specialist
electrician
Product
does not
reach full
power
1. Extension cable
not suitable
1. Use a proper
extension cable
2. Power source (e.g.
generator) has too
low voltage
2. Connect to another
power source
3. Air vents are
blocked
3. Clean the air vents
Does not cut Cutting device worn Have a specialist
replace it