Cordless Hedge Trimmer
M0E-3ET-460
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing an CHALLENGE
Hedge Trimmer.
We hope you are completely satised with
your new product and hope you will enjoy
using this tool for many years.
Your M0E-3ET-460 Hedge Trimmer has been
designed for trimming light foliage and is
intend for DIY use only
GENREARL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Read all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury. The term
“power tool” in all warnings listed below refers
to your mains operated power tool.
1. Read the instruction carefully. Be
familiar with the controls and the proper use
of the appliance. Read and understand the
operator’s manual and observe the warnings
and instruction labels afxed to the appliance.
2. Users. Never allow children or people
unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
appliance. Local regulations may restrict the
age of operator. Never operate the tool under
the inuence of alcohol, medication or drugs.
3. Use appropriate tool. This device is only
intended for cutting and trimming hedges and
bushes outdoors and only designated for use
on private property. Do not force small tools or
attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
4. Keep work areas clean. Cluttered areas
can cause accidents.
5. Consider work area environment. Do not
expose the tool to high humidity or rain. Do
not use the tool in damp and wet conditions.
Keep the work area well lit. Do not use the
tool where there is a risk of causing re or
explosion, e.g. in the presence of ammable
liquids and gases.
6. Keep all bystanders, children, and pets
away. The operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or the property.
7. Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry, as these can be caught in
moving parts. Preferably wear non-slip
footwear when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to keep long hair out
of the way.
8. Head protection. Always use safety
glasses and gloves. Use a face or dust mask
whenever the operations may produce dust or
ying particles. Wear ear protection whenever
the sound level seems uncomfortable.
9. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
10. Stay alert, watch what you are doing.
Use common sense when operating the
appliance. Do not operate the tool when you
are tired.
11. Grip the tool securely. Operator should
have one hand on the main handle, the other
on the front handle. Keep nger off trigger until
ready to use.
12. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Always check that adjusting keys and
wrenches are removed from the tool before
operating the tool.
13. Risk of cut. Do not touch or try to stop the
cutting blades when they are moving.
14. Disconnect the battery. Disconnect
plug from the tool when not in use or when
servicing or cleaning.
15. Check for damaged parts. Before further
use, carefully check the tool for damage.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other condition that may affect its
operation.
Do not use the tool if any parts are damaged
or defective. Have any damaged or defective
parts repaired or replaced by an authorized
service agent. Never attempt any repairs
yourself.
16. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not
carry the tool without disconnect the plug and
be sure the tool is switched off.
17. Use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use when operating a power tool
outdoors. Using a cord suitable for outdoor
use reduces the risk of electric shocks.
18. 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.
19. Store idle tools. When not in use, tools
should be stored in a dry, locked-up place out
of reach of children.
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20. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools
clean and in good condition for better and
safer performance. Follow the instructions for
maintenance and changing accessories. Keep
handles and switches dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.
21. Have your tool repaired by an
authorized service agent. This tool is
manufactured in accordance with the relevant
safety regulations. To avoid danger, electrical
appliances must only be repaired by qualied
technicians.
WARNING!
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this tool.
The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
BATTERIES AND
CHARGERS
Batteries
1. Never attempt to open for any reason.
2. Do not expose to water.
3. Do not incinerate the battery pack even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery pack can explode in a re.
4. Do not store in locations where the
temperature may exceed 40oC.
5. Do not leave the battery pack in the charger
when the charging is nished, otherwise
battery leakage may occur.
6. Charge only at room temperature.
7. Charge only by using the charger provided
with the tool (see technical data).
8. Before charging, make sure that the battery
is dry and clean.
9. Use only the correct type of battery for the
tool (see technical data).
10. When dispose of batteries follow the
instructions given in the section "protecting the
environment".
11. Under extreme conditions, battery leakage
may occur. When you notice liquid on the
battery, proceed as follows:
---Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth.
Avoid skin contact.
---In case of skin or eye contact, follow the
instructions below.
---The battery uid, a 25-30% solution of
potassium hydroxide, can be harmful. In case
of skin contact, immediately rinse with water.
Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon
juice or vinegar. In case of eye contact, rinse
abundantly with clean water for at least 10
minutes. Consult a physician.
NOTE: The batteries in your battery charger
are the nickel-cadmium type. Cadmium is
considered to be a toxic material by the
Environmental Protection Agency. Before
disposing of damaged or worn out NickelCadmium battery packs, check with your
local Environmental Protection Agency to nd
out about special restrictions on the disposal
of these battery packs or return them to a
certied service center for recycling.
Chargers
1. Charger’s plug must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Unmodied plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
2. Use your charger only to charge batteries
of the type supplied with your tool. Other
batteries could burst, causing personal injury
and damage.
3. Only 2 battery packs is allowed to be
charged continuously in order to prevent
overheating of charger, necessary rest time is
required to let the charger cool down before
further charging.
4. When charging is nished, unplug the
charger from mains socket outlet and take
away the battery pack from the charger, do not
leave the battery pack in the charger.
5. Never carry the charger by its cord or pull it
to disconnect from the socket. Keep the cord
away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
6. Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable
batteries.
7. The cord of the charger is not changeable,
do not continue to use if the cord is damaged.
8. Do not expose to water or rain, do not use
in wet condition.
9. Do not open the charger.
10. Do not probe the charger.
11. Intended for indoor use only.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
HEDGE TRIMMERS
1. THIS TOOL CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read instructions carefully for the
correct handling, preparation, maintenance,
starting and stopping of the tool. Be familiar
with all controls and proper use of the tool.
2. Only use the tool in daylight or good articial
light.
3. Never allow children to use the tool.
4. Beware of overhead power lines.
5. Avoid operating while people, especially
children are nearby.
6. Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery which can be caught in moving
parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear,
and safety glasses is recommended.
7. If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off.
Remove the battery before attempting to
remove any obstructions.
8. Remove the battery before checking,
maintenance or working on the tool.
9. While operating the tool always be sure of a
safe and secure operating position especially
when using steps or a ladder.
10. Do not attempt to repair the tool.
11. Do not operate the tool with a damaged or
excessively worn cutting device.
12. Always wear ear protection, goggle and
helmet during operating.
13. Always ensure that all guards are tted
when using the tool. Never attempt to use an
incomplete tool or a tool with unauthorized
modications.
14. Always use two hands to operate the tool.
15. When transporting or storing the tool,
always t the blade sheath.
16. Always be aware of your surroundings and
stay alert for possible hazards that you may
not hear due to the noise of the tool.
17. Do not carry the tool with your hands
on the switch unless the battery has been
removed.
18. If you have not used a hedge trimmer
before, preferably seek practical instruction
by an experienced user in addition to studying
this manual.
19. Never touch the blades while the tool is
running.
20. Never attempt to force the blades to come
to a standstill.
21. Do not put the tool down until the blade
has come to a complete standstill.
22. Regularly check the blades for damage
and wear. Do not use the machine when the
blades are damaged.
23. Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal
wire, railings) when trimming. Should you
accidentally hit any such object, immediately
switch the tool off and check for any damage.
24. Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally,
immediately switch it off and check for any
damage.
25. Always be aware of falling debris when
cutting the higher sides of a hedge.
26. Be aware of the cutting blade; always wear
gloves to protect your hands from cut.
NOTE: Do not switch the hedge trimmer on
and off frequently over a short period of time,
and in particular do not play with the ON/OFF
switch.
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SYMBOLS
Symbols are used in this manual to attract your
attention to possible risks. The safety symbols
and the explications which accompany them
must be perfectly understood. The warning
themselves do not prevent the risks and can
not be a substitute for proper methods of
avoiding accidents.
Before any use, refer to the
corresponding paragraph in the
present manual.
Warning!
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear dust mask.
Do not expose to rain.
Keep hands away.
Do not dispose of batteries in rivers
or immerse in water.
Do not dispose of batteries in a re.
They will explode and cause injury.
Contains NI-CD battery. Battery
must be recycles or disposed of
Ni-Cd
properly.
Do not dipose of batteries. Return
exhausted batteries to your local
collection or recycling point.
Ni-Cd
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
3
1
7
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Front Handle
2. Switch Trigger
3. Guard
4. Battery Pack
5. Charger
6. Charger Base
7. Blade Sheath
2
6
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5
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Before using the tool, read the
instruction book carefully.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
(FIG. A)
WARNING!
The charger and battery pack are specically
designed to work together so do not attempt
to use any other devices. Never insert or allow
metallic objects into your charger or battery
pack connections because an electrical failure
and hazard will occur.
The battery needs to be charged before rst
use and whenever it fails to produce sufcient
power on jobs that were easily done before.
When charging the battery for the rst time,
or after prolonged storage, it will only accept
an 80% charge. After several charge and
discharge cycles, the battery will attain full
capacity. The battery may become warm while
charging, and this is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
5
4
A
Remove the battery from the tool and insert
it into the charge base (6). The battery pack
will only t into the charge in one way. Do not
force. Be sure that battery is fully seated in the
charger.
1. Charging procedure
These chargers require no adjustment and are
designed to be as easy as possible to operate.
Simply place your battery pack into the
6
9
8
receptacle of a plugged in charger and it will
automatically charge the pack.
1). Connect the transformer (5) to the charger
base (6).
2). Plug the transformer into an appropriate
AC power outlet. The green LED (POWER) (8)
lights to tell you that the charger is ready for
use.
3). Insert the battery pack (4) into the charger,
as shown in Fig A, making sure the pack
is fully seated in the charger. The red LED
(CHARGE) (9) lights to tell you that the battery
pack is on charge.
4). The battery pack will be fully charged in
about 3-5 hours, and the red LED will be off.
2. Important charging notes
Longest life and best performance can be
obtained if the battery pack is charged when
the air temperature is between 18-24
not charge the battery pack in a very low or
very high air temperature. This is important
and will prevent serious damage to the battery
pack.
1). The charger and battery pack may become
warm to touch while charging. This is a normal
condition, and does not indicate a problem.
2). Use the charger in normal room
temperatures whenever possible. To prevent
overheating, do not cover the charger and do
not charge battery packs in direct sunlight or
near heat sources.
3). If the battery pack does not charge
properly:
a) Check current at receptacle by plugging in
a lamp or other appliance.
b) Move charger and battery pack to a location
where the surrounding air temperature is
approximately 18-24oC.
c) If charging problems persist, take or send
the tool, battery pack and charger to your local
service center.
4). The battery pack should be recharged
when it fails to produce sufcient power
on jobs which were easily done previously.
DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these
conditions. Follow the charging procedure.
You may also charge a partially used pack
whenever you desire with no adverse affect on
the battery pack.
5). Under certain conditions, with the charger
o
C. Do
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plugged in to the power supply, the exposed
charging contacts inside the charger can be
shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials
of a conductive nature such as, but not limited
to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup
of metallic particles should be kept away
from charger cavities. Always unplug the
charger from the power supply when there is
no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger
before attempting to clean.
6). Do not immerse charger in water or any
other liquid.
WARNING!
Don’t allow any liquid to get inside charger.
Electric shock may result. To facilitate the
cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid
placing the charger or battery pack in a warm
environment such as in a metal shed, or an
uninsulated trailer.
CAUTION!
Never attempt to open the battery pack for any
reason. If the plastic housing of the battery
pack breaks or cracks, return to a service
center for recycling; do not put it into further
use.
NOTE: When the charging is nished, do not
leave your battery on charge continuously. this
may damage the battery cells. If the battery
pack is very hot you must allow it to cool rst
to ambient temperature and then recharging
can be started. If you charge a second battery
pack immediately after the rst one, then the
charger adapter can be overheated. Always
allow at least 15 minutes rest between battery
pack charging.
WARNING!
NEVER TO LEAVE THE BATTERY
AND CHARGER UNATTENDED WHEN
CHARGING THE BATTERY.
WARNING!
TO AVOID THE SHORT CIRCUIT OF THE
BATTERY PACK, DON’T TOUCH THE
BATTERY TERMINALS WITH RINGS AND
OTHER METALLIC OBJECTS.
TO REMOVE OR INSTALL
BATTERY PACK (FIG. B)
WARNING!
Before assembly, remove the battery pack
from the tool.
B
Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a battery
pack, which powers the unit.
1. To t battery pack
1). Place battery pack in your hedge trimmer.
Align raised rib on battery pack with groove
inside hedge trimmer. See Figure B.
2). Make sure the latches on each side of your
battery pack snap in place and the battery
pack is secured in hedge trimmer before
beginning operation.
2. To remove battery pack
1). Locate latches on end of battery pack and
depress to release battery pack from your
hedge trimmer.
2). Remove battery pack from your hedge
trimmer.
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SWITCH ON AND OFF
(FIG. C)
NOTE: For your safety, this tool is equipped
with a double switch system. This system
prevents starting the tool inadvertently and will
only allow operation while holding the tool with
both hands.
1
2
C
1. Switching on
1). Squeeze the front handle switch (1).
2). Squeeze the trigger switch (2).
2. Switching off
1). Release the front handle switch (1) or the
trigger switch (2).
Never attempt to lock a switch in the on
position.
WARNING!
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.
USING THE HEDGE
TRIMMER
WARNING!
Before using this hedge trimmer, make sure
that you have read all of the safety instructions.
1. When trimming, the blade should be tilted
towards the hedge. Always trim from the
bottom upwards. (Figure D1,2)
2. Trim the sides of the hedge rst and then
trim the top.
0
15
0
15
D1 D2
3. If the branches are very long, they should
be cut back in several stages.
4. Make sure that there are no hard objects in
the hedge, such as railings, that could damage
the blade.
5. If the blade becomes jammed, switch
off and disconnect from the battery before
clearing the obstruction.
6. Do not force the hedge trimmer to cut over
sized branches. These should be cut by hand
using secateurs or shears.
CUTTING GUIDE
Seasonal hedges and shrubs that lose their
leaves in the winter should be trimmed in June
and October.
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.
CLEANING
WARNING!
Before commencing these cleaning
procedures or when clearing a blockage,
make sure that the hedge trimmer is switched
off and disconnected from the battery.
To ensure the best performance from the
hedge trimmer, it must be kept clean.
Always clean the hedge trimmer immediately
after use.
Never use water for cleaning your hedge
trimmer. Do not clean with chemicals, including
petrol, or solvents as this can damage your
hedge trimmer.
Do not allow cuttings and other debris to
become dry and hard on any of the hedge
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trimmer surfaces. This will directly affect the
cutting performance.
Make sure that the blade is kept clean of all
cuttings and other debris.
Take extra care to clean the cooling vents.
STORAGE
Make sure that the hedge trimmer has been
thoroughly cleaned before storing it in a clean
dry place out of the reach of children.
Always t the transportation blade guard when
storing the hedge trimmer.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Although your new cordless hedge trimmer is
really easy to operate, if you do experience
problems, check the following:
1. If trimmer will not operate
-- Check battery pack assembly;
-- Charge the battery: operation of the hedge
trimmer is dependent upon sufcient charge in
the battery pack.
2. If the battery will not charge
-- Check to see if the battery is properly
inserted into the charger base, and make sure
the indicator light is on, if not check the power
supply to the socket used for charger plug.
3. If the trimmer is not cutting properly
-- Check the condition of the blades, if the
blade is blunt or damaged have them repaired
by a qualied service agent.
4. If a fault is suspected return the trimmer to
an authorized dealer to repair.
NOTE: There are no user serviceable parts in
the trimmer.
TECHINICAL DATA
Model No.
Voltage
Blade strokes(no load)
Cutting length
Blade gap
Blade brake time
Battery type
Battery capacity
Battery charging time
MAINTENANCE
For easier operation and longer life, lubricate
the cutting blades before and after each use.
Before lubricating, make sure your hedge
trimmer is disconnected from the battery.
Apply the oil so that it runs between the two
blades. (Figure E)
E
M0E-3ET-460
18VDC
1400 /min
460 mm
11 mm
<1s
Ni-Cd
1.7Ah
3-5 hours
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Cordless Hedge Trimmer
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NOISE AND VIBRATION DATA
A weighted sound pressure
A weighted sound power
Wear ear protection
Typical weighted vibration
WARNING!
The vibration emission value during actual use of the power tool can differ form the declared value
depending on the ways in which the tool is used dependant on the following examples and other
variations on how the tool is used:
How the tool is used and the materials is cut or drilled.
The tool being in good condition and well maintained.
The use the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good condition.
The tightness of the grip on the handles and any anti vibration accessories are used.
And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions.
This tool may cause hand vibration syndrome if tie use is not adequately managed.
WARNING!
To be accurate, an estimation of exposure level in the actual conditions of use should also take
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and
when it is running idle but not actually doing the job. This may signicantly reduce the exposure
level over the total working period.
Help to minimize your vibration exposure risk.
Maintain this tool n accordance with these instructions and keep well lubricated (where
appropriate).
If the tool is to be used regularly then invest in anti vibration accessories.
Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a number of days.
87dB(A) K PA: 3dB(A)
97dB(A) K PA: 3dB(A)
4.3m/s2 K=1.5m/s
GUARANTEE
This product is selected for DOMESTIC USE ONLY and not for business use. This product is
guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 12 months. This does not cover the
product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of the instructions, or
where the product has been the subject of unauthorised modications or alterations, or has been
the subject of commercial use. In the event of a problem with the product within the guarantee
2
period please return it to your nearest Arogs store. If the item is shown to have an inherent defect
present at the time of sale, the store will provide you with a replacement. Your statutory rights
remain unaffected.
Guarantor: Argos , MK9 2NW
Issue1 11/2010
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advices.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
HOME RETAIL GROUP
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We
Home Retail Group
Avebury, Milton Keynes,
MK9 2NW
declare that the product
M0E-3ET-460 Cordless hedge trimmer
Function: Trimming hedges and brushes
Complies with the requirements of the following directives:
2004/108/EC - EMC Directive.
2006/95/EC - Low Voltage Directive.
93/68 /EEC - CE Marking Directive
2006/42/EC - Machinery Directive
Conformity assessment procedure as per ANNEX V.
Measured Sound Power Level = 87dB(A)
- Declared Guaranteed Sound Power Level = 100dB(A)
Technical documentation holder: Home Retail Group, MK9 2NW
Standards and technical specications referred to:
EN 60745-1:2009 EN 60745-2-15:2009
EN 55014-1:2006 EN 55014-2:1997/+A1:2001
Authorised Signatory
Date: 27.10.2010
Signature:
Name: Roger Panton-Kent
(EC conformity mark)
Head of Quality Assurance
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