General
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Only use the product in the manner and for the
functions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
5. This product has not been designed to provide
protection from electric shock in the event of
contact with overhead electric lines.
Battery
Cordless Battery Powered Products require special
care.
1. AVOID ACCIDENTALSTARTING
KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWA YFROM THE
SWITCH LEVER WHILE CARRYING THE PRODUCT.
2. Always charge the product indoors and store in
a cool dry place - out of the reach of children.
3. Use only the charger provided with your unit.
Use of any other charger could permanently
damage the battery and the product.
4. Use the charger with standard domestic household electrical outlets only.
5. Do not abuse the charger or charger cord.
6. Do not use the charger if the charger or cable is
damaged.
7. Use the charger indoors only.
8. Do not use the charger outdoors.
9. Store and charge this unit in a cool, dry well ventilated location and out of the reach of children.
10. Do not charge the battery or use the unit in an
explosive or corrosive environment. Avoid areas
where flammable liquids or gases are present to
avoid creating a fire or explosion.
11. Do not attempt to repair the unit including the battery.
12. Do not insert any object into the motor area.
Keep free of debris to avoid overheating.
13. Do not incinerate or mutilate the battery.
Batteries contain hazardous chemicals. Dispose
of properly.
Preparation
1. Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout
shoes. The use of safety glasses is recommended. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which
can be caught in moving parts.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the product
is to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
3. Before using the machine and after any impact,
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as
necessary.
4. Never attempt to use an incomplete product or
one with an unauthorised modification.
Use
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial
light.
2. Avoid operating your product on a wet hedge,
where feasible.
3. Know how to stop the product quickly in an emergency.
4. Remove Battery Pack befor
e passing product to
another person.
5. Avoid operating while people especially children
are nearby.
6. Whilst using the product always be sure of a safe
and secure operating position. Do not overeach.
7. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when switching on the motor.
8. Do not use stepladders whilst operating the product.
9. Remove the Battery Pack :-
- before leaving the product unattended for any period;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
appliance;
- if you hit an object. Do not use your product
until you are sure that the entire product is in a
safe operating condition;
- if the product starts to vibrate abnormally.
Check immediately. Excessive vibration can
cause injury.
- before passing to another person.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws secure to be
sure the product is in safe working condition.
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
3. Be careful during adjustment of the product to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
4. After use the product should be stored using the
blade cover provided
Battery Care
1. If over a period of time the battery quickly runs
down after a full 5-6 hour charging period, a
replacement battery is needed.
2. There will be some charge present in the battery
but to ensure maximum running time, recharge
your product for 5-6 hours before use.
3. To prevent permanent battery damage, never
store in a discharged condition.
4. Contact your local approved service centre/dealer/distributor for a replacement battery and for
safe disposal of your old battery.
5. Battery
18 Volt 1.3 Amp/Hour
"High Power"
No maintenance required
• IMPORTANT
DISPOSE OF YOUR OLD BATTERIES SAFELY
DO NOT CUT OPEN, BURN OR INCINERATE.
Winter Storage
1. Fully charge for 5-6 hours before winter storage.
2. Avoid extended storage without re-charge.
3. Store in a cool dry place.
For further information on Battery replacement
contact Husqvarna Outdoor Products Customer
Service direct:Telephone: 0870 609 1901
Fax: 0870 609 1902
Battery