Sovereign HTEG34C-450 User manual

400W HEDGE TRIMMER
Article No. 644313
Model No. HTEG34C-450
HHGL Limited, MK9 1BA; HHGL (ROI) Limited, D02 X576 Sept. 22
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly.
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CONTENTS
General safety warnings 3
Intended use 9
Warning symbols 10
In the box 12
Assemble the hedge trimmer 13
Operation 14
Maintenance and storage 17
Troubleshooting 20
Technical data 21
Disposal 22
Getting help 22
Warranty 23

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General power tool safety warnings
WARNING! Read all safety warnings,
illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool.
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.
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 dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
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 the risk of electric shock.

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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.
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

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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 o-position before connecting to a 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. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
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.

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b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and o. 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 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 aect 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
dierent from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.

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h. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling
and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
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.
Additional safety warnings for hedge trimmer:
a. 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 o when clearing jammed
material. A moment of inattention while operating
the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal
injury.
b. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with
the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or
storing the hedge trimmer always t the cutting
device cover. Proper handling of the hedge
trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from
the cutter blades.
c. When clearing jammed material or servicing the
unit, make sure all power switches are o and
the battery back is removed or disconnected.
Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while
clearing jammed material or servicing may result
in serious personal injury.

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d. Hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated gripping
surfaces only, as the blade may contact hidden
wiring. Blades contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer “live”
and could give the operator an electric shock.
e. Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting
area. Power cords or cables may be hidden in
hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by
the blade.
f. Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck
by lightning.
g. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects,
e.g. wire fences and hidden wiring, before carrying
out any work.
h. Hold the hedge trimmer properly, e.g. with both
hands if two handles are provided.
i. The hedge trimmer is intended to be used by the
operator at ground level and not on ladders or any
other unstable support.
j. Before operating the hedge trimmer, the
user should make sure the locking device(s)
of any moving elements (e.g. the extended
shaft and pivoting element), if any, are in the
locked position.

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Intended use
This hedge trimmer has been designed for trimming
light foliage, and is intended for DIY use only.
a. This product is not to be used in wet weather
conditions and may not be used to trim
wet foliage.
b. This product is intended for private domestic use
only, not for any commercial trade use.
c. It must not be used for any purposes other than
those described. Any use of the product that
deviates from its intended use and is not included
in these instructions, is considered unauthorised
use and relieves the manufacturer from his or her
legal liability. This includes the use of unapproved
accessories and replacement parts.

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Warning symbols
Before any use, refer to the corresponding paragraph
in the present manual. The following warning symbols
appear throughout this manual and indicate the
appropriate safety measures you should take when
operating and maintaining the trimmer.
Warning! This symbol, before a safety comment,
indicates a precaution, a warning or a danger. Ignoring
this warning can lead to an accident for yourself or for
others. To limit the risk of injury, re, 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.
Danger! Keep hands away from the balde.
Remove the plug from the mains supply immediately if
the cable is damaged or cut.
Class II tool

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Guaranteed sound power level data (99dB), in
accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC.
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.
The product complies with the applicable European
directives and an evaluation method of conformity for
these directives was done.
The product complies with the applicable UK
Directives and an evaluation method of conformity for
these directives was done.
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In the box
Parts
1. Blade sheath
2. Blade
3. Safety hand guard
4. Front handle
5. Rear handle
6. Cable holder
7. Cable and plug
8. Fixed guard screws x 2
9. ON/OFF switch
10. Safety switch
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Assemble the hedge trimmer
WARNING!
Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent
damage to you or to the hedge trimmer.
Make sure that you have sucient 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 schemes.
ASSEMBLE THE GUARD
Insert the guard into the slots, as illustrated, and use two
screws to x the guard securely.

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MAINS SUPPLY CABLE STRAIN RELIEF
To prevent excessive strain on the cable connections, the
hedge trimmer is tted 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.
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.

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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.
Switch o
To switch the hedge trimmer OFF, release either the safety
switch or the ON/OFF switch.
Cutting a 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, follow the below instructions:
1. Wear eye protection and appropriate clothing.
2. Hold the front handle with one hand and auxiliary handles
with the other hand.

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Then follow the below steps:
1. Start trimming at the point nearest to the electricity 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 rst 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 o 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.
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.

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Maintenance and storage
WARNING!
Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing your unit, make sure
the switch is o. Disconnect the plug from the mains.
Cleaning
WARNING!
Before lubricating, make sure your hedge trimmer is
disconnected from the mains supply. Apply the oil so that it
runs between the two blades.
1. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your power
tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
2. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean.
3. Do not allow cuttings and other debris to become dry
and hard on any of the hedge trimmer surfaces. This will
directly aect the cutting performance.
4. Make sure that the blade is kept clean of all cuttings and
other debris.
UK plug
If you need to replace the tted plug, then follow the
instructions below.
1. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean.
2. Have the unit professionally repaired should there be any
damaged parts.

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IMPORTANT! The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue – Neutral, Brown – Live
In case the colours of the wires in the mains lead don‘t match
the colour marking on the terminals, please proceed as follow.
Connect the blue wire to the terminal marked N (Neutral) or
coloured black.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L
or coloured red.
Maintenance
For easier operation and longer life, lubricate the cutting
blades before and after each use.
1. Always check the cutting head and guard before each use.
2. Have the unit professionally repaired should there be any
damaged parts.

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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.
Follow below steps before storing:
1. Switch the product o 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.
5. Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over.
6. Always store your power tool in a safe, dry place.

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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
qualied specialist.
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 power
supply
2. Power connection
is loose
2. Connect 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 cord not
suitable
1. Use a proper
extension cord
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