Craftsman CMCHTS820 Instruction Manual

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20V Max* Hedge Trimmer
Taille-haie 20 V max*
Cortasetos 20 V Máx*

CMCHTS820

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Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or property damage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

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seriousinjury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

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seriousinjury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

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moderateinjury.

(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.

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NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in

propertydamage.

Fig. A

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1

Trigger switch

2

Lock-off switch

3

Switch handle

4

Blade guard

5

Bail handle

6

Blade

7

Sheath

8

Battery housing

9

Battery pack

10

Battery release button

11

Powersaw

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COMPONENTS

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1

5

4

7

WARNING:Read all safety warnings

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and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or seriousinjury.

WARNING: Never modify the product or

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any part of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.

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9

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WARNING:To reduce the risk of injury,

read the instructionmanual.

If you have any questions or comments about this or
any product, call CRAFTSMAN toll free at:
1–888–331–4569.

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20V Max* Hedge Trimmer
CMCHTS820

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

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instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all

instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or seriousinjury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains­operated (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
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.

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 ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI

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

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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 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

finger on the switch or energizing 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

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry 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.

h ) 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.

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 remove the battery, pack if detachable, 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 and accesories. 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.

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.

5) Battery Tool Use and Care

a ) Recharge 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.

b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury andfire.

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fire.

d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected

from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.

Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
orburns.

e ) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is

damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting
in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

f ) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to

fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to
fire or temperature above 265 °F (129 °C) may
causeexplosion."

g ) Follow all charging instructions and do not

charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specified in the instructions.

Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the
specified range may damage the battery and increase
the risk of fire.

6) 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.

b ) Never service damaged battery packs. Service

of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.

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Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings

• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.

Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in
serious personal injury.

• 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.
Blades coast after turn off. A moment of inattention

while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious
personal injury.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the switch handle with

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.

• 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.

• Check the hedge for foreign objects, e.g. wirefences.

DANGER:

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Contact with blade will result in serious personalinjury

WARNING: Wear eye protection.

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WARNING: Do not expose torain.

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WARNING: Only use with bail handle

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and blade guard properly assembled to hedge
trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer without the

proper guard or handle provided may result in serious
personalinjury.

WARNING: Some dust created by

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this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicalsare:

- compounds in fertilizers

- compounds in insecticides, herbicides

andpesticides

- arsenic and chromium from chemically

treatedlumber

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved
safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopicparticles.

Keep hands away from blade.

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The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are asfollows:

V ......................... volts

Hz ....................... hertz

min ..................... minutes

or DC ......direct current

...................... Class I Construction

(grounded)

…/min .............. per minute

BPM .................... beats per minute

IPM ..................... impacts per minute

RPM .................... revolutions per

minute

sfpm ................... surface feet per

minute

SPM .................... strokes per minute

OPM .................... oscillations per

minute

A ......................... amperes

W ........................ watts

or AC ........... alternating current

or AC/DC .... alternating or

direct current

...................... Class II

Construction

(double insulated)

no ....................... no load speed

n ......................... rated speed

...................... earthing terminal

..................... safety alert symbol

..................... visible radiation

..................... avoid staring at

light

..................... wear respiratory

protection

..................... wear eye

protection

..................... wear hearing

protection

..................... read all

documentation

IPXX .................... IP symbol

BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Before using the battery pack and charger, read the
safety instructions below and then follow charging
proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery
packs, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

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instructions, and cautionary markings for the
battery pack, charger and product. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery

pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.

• 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 fire.

• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO

NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into
a non-compatible charger as battery pack may

rupture causing serious personal injury.Consult

the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
batteries andchargers.

• Charge the battery packs only in CRAFTSMAN chargers.

• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in

locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal
buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in
a cool, drylocation.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with
the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger
switch in the ONposition.

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The

battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and
materials are created when lithium-ion battery packs
areburned.

• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of
a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medicalattention.

WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid

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may be flammable if exposed to spark orflame.

WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt

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to open the battery pack for any reason. If the battery
pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into
the charger. Do not crush, drop or damage the battery
pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or
damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit
with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs
should be returned to the service center forrecycling.

Storage Recommendations

1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away
from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.

2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully
charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the
charger for optimal results.

NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely
depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be
recharged before use.

Battery Pack Cleaning Instructions

Dirt and grease may be removed from the exterior of the
battery using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use
water or any cleaningsolutions.

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The RBRC® Seal

The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation) Seal on the nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries
(or battery packs) indicates that the costs
to recycle these batteries (or battery
packs) at the end of their useful life have already been
paid by CRAFTSMAN. In some areas, it is illegal to place
spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion
batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and
the Call2Recycle® program provides an environmentally
consciousalternative.

Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with CRAFTSMAN and
other battery users, has established the program in the
United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of
spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion
batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve
natural resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to an
authorized service center or to your local retailer for
recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center
for information on where to drop off the spent battery.

RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2 Recycle,Inc.

Transportation

WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store

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or carry the battery pack so that metal objects
can contact exposed battery terminals. For

example, do not place the battery pack in aprons,
pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc.,
with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting

batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery
terminals inadvertently come in contact with
conductive materials such as keys, coins,
hand tools and the like. The US Department of

Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations
(HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in
commerce or on airplanes in carry-on baggage
UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits.
So when transporting individual battery packs, make
sure that the battery terminals are protected and well
insulated from materials that could contact them and
cause a short circuit. NOTE: LI-ion batteries should not
be put in checkedbaggage.

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

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instructions, and cautionary markings for the
battery pack, charger and product. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with
any chargers other than a CRAFTSMAN charger.

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CRAFTSMAN charger and battery pack are specifically
designed to worktogether.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other

than charging CRAFTSMAN rechargeable batteries.

Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock
orelectrocution.

• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.

• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of
damage to the electric plug andcord.

• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not

be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage orstress.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in

risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide

a dry location and use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use

reduces the risk of electricshock.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The
smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the
capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at
least the minimum wire size. The following table shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts

120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)

Ampere Rating

More

Not

Than

More
Than

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

• Do not place any object on top of the charger or
place the charger on a soft surface that might block
the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal

heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat

source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top
and the bottom of thehousing.

• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord
orplug–have them replaced immediately.

• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp

blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any
way. Take it to an authorized servicecenter.

• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an
authorized service center when service or repair is

Total Length of Cord in Feet

(meters)

American Wire Gauge

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required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock, electrocution orfire.

• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before

attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk
of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not

reduce thisrisk.

• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargerstogether.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard

120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to
use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the

vehicularcharger.

WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow

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any liquid to get inside the charger. Electric shock
mayresult.

WARNING: Burn hazard. Do not

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submerge the battery pack in any liquid or allow any
liquid to enter the battery pack. 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.

CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the

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risk of injury, charge only CRAFTSMAN rechargeable
battery packs. Other types of batteries may
overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and
propertydamage.

CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with

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the charger plugged into the power supply, the
charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign
materials of a conductive nature, such as, but not
limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool,
aluminum foil or any buildup of metallic particles
should be kept away from the charger cavities. Always
unplug the charger from the power supply when there
is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger
before attempting toclean.

Charging a Battery

NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of

lithium-ion battery packs, charge the battery pack fully

before firstuse.

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before
inserting batterypack.

2. Connect the charger and battery pack, making sure
the battery is fully seated. The (charging) light will
blink continuously indicating that the charging process
hasstarted.

3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the light
remaining ON continuously. The battery pack is fully
charged and may be removed and used at this time or

left in the charger.

NOTE: To remove the battery pack, some chargers require
the battery pack release button to bepressed.

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Indicators

Charging

Fully Charged

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

A charger will not charge a faulty battery pack. The charger
refusing to light could indicate a problem with the charger.

NOTE: If the charger refuses to light, take the charger and
battery pack to be tested at an authorized servicecenter.

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot
or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay,
suspending charging until the battery pack has reached an
appropriate temperature. The charger then automatically
switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures
maximum battery packlife.

A cold battery pack may charge at a slower rate than a
warm batterypack.

Important Charging Notes

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if
the battery pack is charged when the air temperature
is between 65°F – 75°F (18° C– 24°C). DO NOT charge
when the battery pack is below +40°F (+4.5°C), or
above +104°F (+40°C). This is important and will
prevent serious damage to the batterypack.

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the
touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and
does not indicate a problem. 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.

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:

a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp

or other appliance;

b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light

switch which turns power off when you turn out
the lights;

c. Move the charger and battery pack to a location

where the surrounding air temperature is
approximately 65°F – 75°F (18°C – 24°C);

d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery

pack and charger to your local servicecenter.

4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to
produce sufficient 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 effect on the batterypack.

5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but
not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, 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 the charger
before attempting toclean.

6. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any
otherliquid.

Charger Cleaning Instructions

WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect

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the charger from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt
and grease may be removed from the exterior of the
charger using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do
not use water or any cleaningsolutions.

Wall Mounting

These chargers are designed to be wall mountable or to sit
upright on a table or work surface. If wall mounting, locate
the charger within reach of an electrical outlet, and away

from a corner or other obstructions which may impede
air flow. Use the back of the charger as a template for
the location of the mounting screws on the wall. Mount
the charger securely using drywall screws (purchased
separately) at least 1" (25.4 mm) long, with a screw head
diameter of 0.28–0.35" (7–9mm), screwed into wood to an
optimal depth leaving approximately 7/32" (5.5 mm) of the
screw exposed. Align the slots on the back of the charger
with the exposed screws and fully engage them in theslots.

Versatrack™

CRAFTSMAN chargers can be mounted to the wall using
CRAFTSMAN Versatrack™ Trackwall. Hooks and accessories
are sold separately. Please refer to the Versatrack™
Trackwall accessory sheet for furtherinformation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE

COMPONENTS (FIG. A)

Intended Use

This hedge trimmer is designed for residential use.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of

flammable liquids orgases.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.

Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
thistool.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of



serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove
the battery pack before making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

Switch (Fig. A, B)

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CAUTION: Do not use blade to cut stems

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greater than 3/4" (19mm). Use the trimmer only
for cutting normal shrubbery around houses and
buildings. NOTE: Powersaw can cut stems and
branches up to 1.5" (38.1 mm).

To turn the unit on, push the lock-off switch
shown in FigureB, and squeeze the trigger switch
the unit is running, you may release the lock off switch.

In order to keep the unit running you must continue to
squeeze the trigger. To turn the unit off, fully release the
trigger and allow the lock-off switch to engage.

Fig.B

1

2

forward as

1

2

. Once

OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of



serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove
the battery pack before making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig. C)

NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is
fullycharged.

To install the battery pack
battery pack with the rails inside the tool’s handle and slide
it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in
the tool and ensure that it does notdisengage.

To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release

10

button
handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger
section of thismanual.

and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool

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into the tool handle, align the

WARNING: Never attempt to lock a



switch in the ON position.

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Fig.C

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Proper Hand Position (Fig. D)

• Keep hands on handles. Don’t overreach.

• Do not use under wet conditions.

CAUTION: Blade may coast after turnoff.



1. WORKING POSITION (Fig.E) – Maintain proper

footing and balance and do not overreach. Wear safety
goggles, non-skid footwear when trimming. Hold the
unit firmly in both hands and turn the unit on. Refer to
Proper Hand Position for further information.

Fig. E

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious



personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position
as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious



personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of
a suddenreaction.

Proper hand position requires one hand on the Switch

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handle

and one hand on the bail handle

the unit by the blade guard

Fig.D

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4

.

3

4

5

. Never hold

Trimming Instructions (Fig. E–H)

DANGER: Keep hands away fromblade



and powersaw.

2. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH (Fig.F) – Using a wide,

sweeping motion and feeding the blade teeth through
the twigs, is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the
blade in the direction of motion gives the best cutting.

Fig.F

3. LEVEL HEDGES (Fig.G) – To obtain exceptionally level

hedges a piece of string can be stretched along the
length of the hedge as a guide.

Fig. G

4. SIDE TRIMMING HEDGES (Fig.H) – Orient the trimmer

as shown and begin at the bottom and sweep up.

WARNING: To guard against injury,



observe the following:

• Read instruction manual before using. Save
instruction manual.

• Check the hedge for foreign objects such as wires
or fences before each use.

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Fig. H

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Fig.J

5. POWERSAW (Fig.I) – For branches too large for

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the blade
the powersaw as close to the bottom of the branch
as possible. Place the powersaw shoe against the
branch. Turn the hedge trimmer on as described above,
allowing the tool to work at its own pace until the
branch is fully cut.

to cut, use the powersaw

Fig.I

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. Position

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of



serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove
the battery pack before making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

Blade Maintenance (Fig. J)

The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened
steel and with normal usage, they will not require
resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence
(Fig.J), stones, glass, or other hard objects, you may put
a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove this nick
as long as it does not interfere with the movement of the
blade. If it does interfere, remove the battery and use a fine
toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick. If you
drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for damage. If the
blade is bent, housing cracked, handles broken or if you see
any other condition that may affect the trimmer’s operation
contact your local authorized service center for repairs
before putting it back into use.

Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out



of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a
week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always
wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when
performingthisprocedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other



harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts
of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into aliquid.

Blade Lubrication (Fig. K)

1. After use, remove the battery.

2. Carefully apply a resin solvent to the exposed blades.

3. Insert the battery and turn the trimmer vertical with the
blades toward the ground and run the trimmer for a few
seconds to fully disperse the lubrication.

4. Keeping your hands away from the blade, slide the

7

sheath

over the blade until it snaps into place as

shown in FigureK.

Fig.K

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Storage

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which
greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do not store the
unit on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.

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Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other than



those offered by CRAFTSMAN, have not been tested
with this product, use of such accessories with this tool
could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
CRAFTSMAN recommended accessories should be
used with thisproduct.

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
service center. If you need assistance in locating any
accessory, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.

Versatrack™ (Fig. L)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of



serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove
the battery pack before making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious



personal injury, do not use a damaged Versatrack™
integral hang hook or Versatrack™ Trackwall.
A damaged Versatrack™ integral hang hook or
Versatrack™ Trackwall will not support the weight of
the tool.

1. Turn tool off, remove the battery pack and
removeaccessories.

CAUTION: Any product with exposed



cutting teeth must have them covered securely if it is
to be on theVersatrack™ Trackwall.

2. Flip or pull open the integral hang hook
when locked into position.

3. Mount the integral hang hook to the
Versatrack™Trackwall.

NOTE: Versatrack™ accessories for use with your tool are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
service center. If you need assistance in locating any
accessory, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.

Fig.L

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. It clicks

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious



personal injury, DO NOT suspend tool overhead or
suspend objects from the integral hang hook. ONLY
suspend tool on the Versatrack™ Trackwall using the
integral hang hook.

WARNING: The Versatrack™ integral



hang hook is intended to mount the tool onto a
Versatrack™ Trackwall rail. Do not use the integral
hang hook to mount the tool to any other surface.

WARNING: The Versatrack™ integral



hang hook is not a belt hook.

WARNING: When hanging objects on a



Versatrack™ Trackwall rail, adequately space the tools
in order to not exceed 75 lb (35 kg) per linear foot.

WARNING: Before using the tool make



sure that the Versatrack™ integral hang hook is
returned to its original position

IMPORTANT: Versatrack™ accessories mount compatible
tools securely to the Versatrack™ Trackwallsystem.

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Repairs

The charger and battery pack are notserviceable. There are
no serviceable parts inside the charger or battery pack.

WARNING: To assure product



SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance
and adjustment (including brush inspection and
replacement, when applicable) should be performed
by a CRAFTSMAN factory service center or a
CRAFTSMAN authorized service center. Always use
identical replacementparts.

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