Einhell GE-LS 18 Li User guide (Solo)
EN Operating instructions
Cordless Pruning Shear
FR Mode d’emploi
Sécateur sans fi l
SP Manual de instrucciones
Tijera cortarramas inalámbrica
GE-LS 18 Li
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Art.-Nr.: 3408304 I.-Nr.: 21012
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Danger! - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
Caution! Wear safety goggles. Sparks generated during work or splinters, chips and dust emitted by
the equipment can cause loss of sight.
Danger! Moving blade. No hands or feet are allowed to be placed between the blades.
104°F
(+40°C)
50°F
(+10°C)
Store the batteries only in dry rooms with an ambient temperature of 50°F to 104°F (+10°C to +40°C).
Place only fully charged batteries in storage (charged at least 40%).
This equipment is not designed to be used by people (including
children) with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or those
with no experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by
a person who is responsible for their safety or they have received
instructions from such a person in to how to use the equipment safely.
Children must always be supervised in order to ensure that they do not
play with the equipment.
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DANGER!
When using the equipment, a number of safety
precautions must be observed to avoid injuries
and damage. Please read the complete operating
instructions and safety information with due care.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place
so that the information is available at all times. If
you give the equipment to any other person, hand
over these operating instructions and the safety
information as well. We cannot accept any liability
for damage or accidents which arise due to
failure to follow these instructions and the safety
information.
1. Safety information
Read All Instructions
WARNING: When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fi re,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
FOR ALL APPLIANCES
Avoid dangerous environments - do not use
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appliances in damp or wet locations.
Don’t use in rain.
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Keep children away - all people and pets
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should be kept at a distance from the work
area.
Dress properly - do not wear loose clothing or
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jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
Wear protective clothing; use of work gloves,
long pants, a long sleeved shirt and safety
footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
Use safety glasses - always use face or dust
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mask if the area in which you are working is
dusty. The purpose of the safety rules is to
attract your attention to possible dangers.
The safety symbols and the explanations
with them, require your careful attention and
understanding. The safety warnings do not
by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instruction or warnings they give are not
substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
Use right appliance - do not use appliance for
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any job except that for which it is intended.
Do not force appliance - it will do the job
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better and with less likelihood of a risk of
injury at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not overreach - keep proper footing and
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balance at all times.
Stay alert. Use common sense. Do not
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operate appliance when you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
When not in use, appliances should be stored
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indoors in dry places out of reach of children.
Maintain appliance with care. Follow
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instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease.
Check damaged parts. Before using the
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appliance, make sure the safety guards are
intact. Never use a tool without its safety
guard. Check the alignment of the moving
parts, the binding of the moving parts.
Check for broken or defective parts that
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can affect the safe operation of your tool. A
guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service centre unless indicated
elsewhere in this manual.
Recharge only with the charger specified by
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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.
Use appliances only with specifically
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designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
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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.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
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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. (This advice is
considered correct for conventional NiMh,
NiCd, lead acid and Lithium-ion cell types. If
this advice is incorrect for a cell design that
differs from these, then the correct advice
may be substituted.)
Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is
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damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or appliance
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to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to
fire or temperature above 266°F (130°C) may
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cause explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do
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not charge the battery pack or appliance
outside of the temperature range specified
in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside of the specified range
may damage the battery and increase the risk
of fire.
Have servicing performed by a qualified
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repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the product is maintained.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the
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appliance or the battery pack (as applicable)
except as indicated in the instructions for use
and care.
1.) FOR ALL BATTERY-OPERATED
APPLIANCES:
Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet
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locations.
Do not use battery-operated appliances in
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the rain. Always remove or disconnect battery
pack before adjusting, cleaning, servicing or
transporting the garden appliances.
2.) FOR ALL BATTERY-OPERATED
PRODUCTS EMPLOYING A DETACHABLE
OR SEPARABLE
BATTERY:
Use only the following type and size battery:
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18V 1.5Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
18V 2.0Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
18V 2.5Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery
18V 5.2Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery
18V 4.0Ah/6.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion
battery
18V 5.0Ah/8.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion
battery
Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The
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cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released
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electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
Exercise care in handling the battery in order
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not to short it with conducting materials such
as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conductor may overheat and cause burns.
3.) AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING – DO
NOT INSERT BATTERY WHILE YOUR
FINGER IS ON THE SWITCH. BE SURE
SWITCH IS OFF WHEN INSERTING THE
BATTERY.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR THE
BATTERY PACK
Dispose of used battery promptly and
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properly. When disposing of secondary cells
or batteries, keep cells or batteries of different
electrochemical systems separate from each
other.
Keep battery out of reach of children and in
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original package until ready to use.
Never put batteries in one’s mouth. If
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swallowed, contact local poison control
centre immediately.
CAUTION – The battery used in this device
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may present a risk of fire or chemical burn
if mishandled. Replace battery with Einhell/
lawn master brand only. Use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
WARNING: Do not use a visibly damaged
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battery pack or appliance.
WARNING: Do not modify or attempt to repair
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the appliance or the battery pack.
BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED.
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Do not short-circuit a cell or battery. Do not
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store cells or batteries haphazardly in a box
or drawer where they may short-circuit each
other or be short-circuited by conductive
materials.
Do not subject cells or batteries to
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mechanical shocks.
Keep cells and batteries clean and dry. Wipe
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the cell or battery terminals with a clean dry
cloth if they become dirty.
Do not maintain secondary cells and batteries
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on charge when not in use.
Retain the original cell and battery. Do not
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use any charger other than that specifically
provided for use with the equipment.
Secondary cells and batteries need to be
charged before use. Always use the correct
charger and refer to the manufacturer’s
instructions or equipment manual for proper
charging instructions.
When possible, remove the battery from the
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equipment when not in use.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
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switch is in the off-position before connecting
to the battery pack, picking up or carrying the
appliance. Carrying the appliance with your
finger on the switch or energizing appliances
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that have the switch on invites accidents.
Disconnect the battery pack from the
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appliance before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing appliance.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
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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.
Have servicing performed by a qualified
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repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the product is maintained.
Protect your rechargeable battery against
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moisture, rain and high humidity. Moisture,
rain and high humidity can cause dangerous
cell damage. Never charge or work with
batteries which have been exposed to
moisture, rain or high humidity – replace them
immediately.
If your equipment is fitted with a detachable
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battery, remove the battery for safety reasons
after you have finished your work.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
WARNING: This product may contain lead,
phthalate or other chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects and
other reproductive harm. Please wash your hands
after use.
Protection from environmental infl uences
1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety
goggles.
2. Protect your cordless tool and the battery
charger from moisture and rain. Moisture
and rain can cause dangerous cell damage.
3. Do not use the cordless tool or the battery
charger near vapors and infl ammable liquids.
4. Use the battery charger and cordless tools
only in dry conditions and an ambient
temperature of 10-40°C.
5. Do not keep the battery charger in places
where the temperature is liable to reach over
40°C. In particular, do not leave the battery
charger in a car that is parked in the sunshine.
6. Protect batteries from overheating.
Overloads, over-charging and exposure to
direct sunlight will result in overheating and
cell damage. Never charge or work with
batteries which have been overheated –
replace them immediately if possible.
7. Storage of batteries, battery chargers
and cordless tools. Store the charger and
your cordless tool only in dry places with an
ambient temperature of 10-40°C. Store your
lithium-ion battery pack in a cool, dry place at
a temperature of 10-20°C. Protect them from
humidity and direct sunlight. Only place fully
charged batteries in storage (charged at least
40%).
8. Prevent the lithium-ion battery pack from
freezing. Battery packs which were stored
below 0°C for more than 60 minutes must be
disposed of.
9. When handling batteries beware of
electrostatic charge: Electrostatic discharges
cause damage of the electronic protection
system and the battery cells. Avoid
electrostatic charging and never touch the
battery poles.
Special safety information for the cordless
pruning shear
This equipment is not designed to be used by
people (including children) with limited physical,
sensory or mental capacities or those with no
experience and/or knowledge unless they are
supervised by a person who is responsible for
their safety or they receive instructions from such
a person on how to use the equipment safely.
Children must always be supervised in order to
ensure that they do not play with the equipment.
Children are not allowed to clean the
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equipment or carry out user-level
maintenance work on it. Children are not
allowed to use the equipment.
Keep people, especially children, and
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animals out of the work area.
The motor must be stopped (switch off the
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equipment and remove the battery):
- before cleaning or removing a blockage before inspecting, servicing or carrying out
other work on the equipment - whenever the
equipment is left unattended.
Hold the equipment by the insulated
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handles when carrying out work during
which the cutting blade could strike
concealed power cables. Contact with a
live cable might also make the metal parts
of the equipment live and cause an electric
shock.
Take care not to cut through any concealed
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power cables.
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Keep all parts of your body, especially your
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fingers, away from the cutting blade. Never try
to remove cuttings while the blade is running.
Always switch off the equipment before
attempting to remove any jammed cuttings. A
single moment of carelessness when using
the equipment can result in serious injuries.
Keep your fingers away from the cutting blade
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while the equipment is in operation. Take
care that the fingers you use to hold or guide
the branches to be cut are not injured by the
cutting blade.
Do not apply any force to the equipment. You
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might slip and injure yourself in the process or
unintentionally cut something else.
Check the cutting blade for damage each
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time before you start working.
Do not use the equipment if it has a damaged
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or excessively worn cutting blade - replace
the damaged blade.
Always wear protective gloves while
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working with the equipment or carrying
out maintenance/cleaning work on the
equipment.
Each time after using the equipment make
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sure that the cutting blade is in the closed
position. Turn off the equipment using the ON/
OFF main switch. Use the blade guard.
Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or
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cutting edges when picking up or holding the
appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2. Layout and items supplied
2.1 Layout
1. Cutting blade (movable)
2. Counter blade (stationary)
3. On/Off push button
4. Locking button
5. On/Off main switch
6. Battery mount
7. Belt clip
8. Blade guard
9. Nylon hex. nut M8
10. Wave washer
11. Washer
12. Bolt
13. Battery pack (not supplied)
14. Pushlock button
15. Battery capacity indicator
16. Battery capacity indicator button
2.2 Items supplied
Please check that the article is complete as
specifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are
missing, please contact our service center or the
store where you made your purchase at the latest
within 5 work days after purchasing the article and
upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase.
Open the packaging and take out the
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equipment with care.
Remove the packaging material and any
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packaging and/or transportation braces (if
present).
Check to see if all the items are supplied.
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Inspect the equipment and accessories for
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transport damage.
If possible, keep the packaging until the end
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of the guarantee period.
Danger!
The equipment and packaging material are
not toys. Do not let children play with plastic
bags, plastic sheets and small parts. There is
a risk of choking and suff ocating!
Cordless Pruning Shear
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Original operating instruction with safety
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information
Separately available accessories
18V 1.5Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 2.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 2.5Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.2Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah/6.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.0Ah/8.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V PXC Dual Port Fast Charger
18V PXC Fast Charger
Contact your local retailer for more specifi c
models of batteries and charger available in your
area. You can also explore battery + charger
options at Einhell.com.
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3. Intended use
This equipment is designed for cutting branches
and plants with a diameter of max. 1.1"
(softwood). The diameter is smaller for hardwood.
This equipment is not suitable for cutting metal.
The equipment is allowed to be used only for its
prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to
be a case of misuse. The user/operator, and not
the manufacturer, will be liable for any damage or
injuries of any kind resulting from such misuse.
Please note that our equipment has not been
designed for use in commercial, trade or
industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided
if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or
industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
4. Technical data
Motor power supply: ............................ 18V
Max. cutting capacity (softwood): ............... Ø 1.1"
Max. cutting capacity (hardwood): ............. Ø 0.6"
Weight (tool only): ...................................1.83 lbs
Wear ear-muff s.
The impact of noise can cause damage to
hearing.
Reduce noise generation and vibration to a
minimum!
Use only equipment that is in perfect
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condition.
Maintain and clean the equipment regularly.
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Adapt your way of working to the equipment.
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Do not overload the equipment.
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Have the equipment checked if necessary.
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Switch off the equipment when not in use.
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Wear gloves.
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CAUTION!
Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in
accordance with the instructions, certain
residual risks cannot be eliminated. The
following hazards may arise in connection
with the equipment‘s construction and
layout:
1. Lung damage if no suitable protective dust
mask is used.
2. Damage to hearing if no suitable ear
protection is applied.
3. Health damage caused by hand-arm
vibrations if the equipment is used over a
longer period or is not properly guided and
maintained.
Danger!
The electric power tool generates an
electromagnetic fi eld during operation. Under
certain circumstances this fi eld may actively or
passively impede medical implants. To reduce
the risk of serious or fatal injuries, we recommend
persons with medical implants to consult their
doctor and the manufacturer of the medical
implant prior to using the equipment.
5. Before starting the equipment
Warning!
Always remove the battery pack before making
adjustments to the equipment (battery and
charger not included in 3408304).
5.1 Removing the blade guard (Fig. 2)
Check the fastener on the blade guard when you
want to remove it. Use a pair of scissors or sidecutters to remove the cable-tie from the blade
guard. Remove the blade guard by unfolding it.
5.2 Fitting the battery (Fig. 3)
Press the pushlock button (14) of the
rechargeable battery and press the rechargeable
battery into the mount provided. Make sure that
the pushlock button latches in place. To remove
the rechargeable battery, proceed in reverse
order.
5.3 Charging the Lithium-Ion battery
(not included)
The corresponding instructions can be found
in the original operating instructions for your
charger.
5.4 Battery capacity indicator (Fig. 7)
Press the battery capacity indicator switch (16).
The battery capacity indicator (15) shows the
charge status of the battery using 3 LED.
All 3 LED lit:
The battery is fully charged.
2 or 1 LED(s) lit:
The battery has an adequate remaining charge.
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1 LED fl ashing:
The battery is empty, recharge the battery.
All LED fl ashing:
The temperature of the battery is too low. Remove
the battery from the device and leave it at room
temperature for a day. If the error occurs again,
this means that the battery has been completely
depth-discharged and is defective. Remove the
battery from the device. Never use or charge a
defective battery.
6. Operation
6.1 Switching ON/OFF (Fig. 1/ 4 - 5)
6.1.1 Switching on
This equipment comes with an ON/OFF main
switch (slide switch).
a) When the slide switch is pressed into the
housing on the left - OFF position - , the
equipment will be switched off . Always use
this position when you are not working with
the equipment.
b) When the slide switch is pressed into the
housing on the right - ON position - , the
equipment will be switched on.
Press the ON/OFF main switch into the ON
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position.
Actuate the locking button (4) and the ON/
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OFF button (3). The cutting blade will move to
the "Open" position.
If you press the locking button and the ON/
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OFF button again, the cutting blade will close.
If you release the ON/OFF button again,
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the cutting blade will move into the "Open"
position.
6.1.2 Switching off (Fig. 1/ 6)
Press the locking button (4) and the ON/OFF
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button (3). The cutting blade will move to the
"Closed" position.
Press the ON/OFF main switch into the OFF
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position.
6.2 Using the equipment
The equipment is used like a conventional garden
shears. Use your free hand to move the branches
etc. into position. Keep a safe distance between
this hand and the work area – risk of injury.
As described in section 6.1.1, press the ON/OFF
button to close the cutting blade and release the
ON/OFF button again to open the cutting blade.
Note:
Take account of the maximum cutting
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capacity (see Technical Data) when cutting
branches.
If you try to cut branches that are too thick or
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too hard for the equipment to cut through, the
cutting blade will open automatically.
6.3 Finishing your work
Switch off the equipment as described in section
6.1.2. Fit the blade guard back over the cutting
blade and clip it in place.
6.4 Belt clip (Fig. 1)
You can use the belt clip (7) to hang up the
equipment, e.g. from your belt. Both your hands
are then free and the equipment is always within
easy reach.
7. Cleaning and maintenance
HAZARD!
Always take the battery out of the equipment
before starting any cleaning work.
7.1 Cleaning
Keep all safety devices, air vents and the
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motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as
possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean
cloth or blow it down with compressed air at
low pressure.
We recommend cleaning the equipment
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immediately each time after use.
Clean the equipment regularly with a damp
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cloth and some soft soap. Do not use
cleaning agents or solvents; these may
be aggressive to the plastic parts in the
equipment. Ensure that no water can get into
the interior of the equipment. The ingress of
water into an electric power tool increases the
risk of an electric shock.
7.2.1 Changing the (movable) cutting blade
(Fig. 6)
When the cutting blade becomes blunt or worn
you can replace it yourself or have it replaced
by your service center. Take care not to injure
yourself with the cutting blade.
Warning! For safety reasons, nylon hex. nuts are
allowed to be used only once without exception.
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