Powerplus POWXG8020LI User Manual

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1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3

2 DESCRIPTION (FIG 1) ..................................................................... 3

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3

4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 3

5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS .......................... 4

5.1 Work area ................................................................................................................ 4

5.2 Electrical safety ....................................................................................................... 4

5.3 Personal safety ....................................................................................................... 4

5.4 Power tool use and care ......................................................................................... 5

5.5 Service ..................................................................................................................... 5

6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR HEDGE TRIMMERS

.......................................................................................................... 5

7 BEFORE USING THE TOOL FOR THE FIRST TIME ..................... 6

7.1 Advantage of Li-ion batteries. ................................................................................ 6

7.2 Charging Procedure ................................................................................................ 6

7.3 Charging .................................................................................................................. 7

7.3.1 Notes on charger :..................................................................................................... 7

7.4 General instructions: .............................................................................................. 7

8 OPERATION ..................................................................................... 7

8.1 Switching on: .......................................................................................................... 7

8.2 Switching off: .......................................................................................................... 7

8.3 Cutting hedges ........................................................................................................ 7

9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................... 8

10 STORAGE ........................................................................................ 8

11 TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................... 8

12 NOISE ............................................................................................... 8

13 WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 9

14 ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................... 9

14.1 Battery ..................................................................................................................... 9

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15 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................. 10

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Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool.

Never operate the machine in the rain or in damp or wet condition. Moisture is a shock hazard.

Read instructions carefully

Keep hands away from blades, Don’t

touch the blades when starting or while operating the unit.

HEDGE TRIMMER 18V LI-ION POWXG8020LI

1 APPLICATION

The hedge trimmer should only be used for trimming hedges, bushes and shrubs. Other use of the trimmer, not included in this manual, could damage the trimmer or seriously injure the operator and is therefore expressively excluded from the application range.

WARNING! Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance, for your own safety. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions.

2 DESCRIPTION (FIG 1)

1. Cutting bar

2. Guard

3. Front grip with safety switch

4. Shaft handgrip

5. Fastening clips

6. Battery pack

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST

 Remove all packing materials  Remove remaining packaging and transit supports (if existing)  Check the completeness of the packing content  Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for transportation

damages.

 Keep the packaging materials as far as possible till the end of the warranty period.

Dispose it into your local waste disposal system afterwards.

7. On/off switch

8. Blade guard

9. Quick-charge station

10. Red LED

11. Green LED

WARNING Packing materials are no toys! Children must not play with plastic bags! Danger of suffocation!

Hedge trimmer Safety blade cover Battery charger

When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.

4 SYMBOLS

In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used:

Battery pack Manua

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Wear safety glasses and ear protection

In accordance with essential requirements of the European directive(s)

Wear gloves

Wearing of protective shoes advised

5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool .

5.1 Work area

 Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.  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.

 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause

you to lose control.

5.2 Electrical safety

 Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate of the

charger.

 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.

 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.

 Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will

increase the risk of electric shock.

 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.

 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.

 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.

5.3 Personal safety

 Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power

tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

 Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used whenever conditions require will reduce personal injuries.

 Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

 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.

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 Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better

control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and

gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

 If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure

these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards.

5.4 Power tool use and care

 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.

 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.

 Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing

accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

 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.

 Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or sticking 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.

 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting

edges are less likely to stick and are easier to control.

 Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions

and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from intended could lead to a hazardous situation.

5.5 Service

 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified person using only identical replacement

parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR HEDGE TRIMMERS

 The Hedge Trimmer must not be used by anyone under the age of 16.  Keep children, other people and pets away from the trimmer.  Always dress properly. Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be caught in moving

parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

 Use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.  Do not use the trimmer if the cutting device is not secured properly or is damaged.  Before starting the trimmer, make sure that the cutting blade is not touching stones or

debris.

 When the trimmer is in operation, keep the cutting section away from all parts of the body.  Do not cut against hard objects. This could cause injury or damage the trimmer.  Only cut during broad daylight or with corresponding artificial light.  When the trimmer is not in use, store it in a dry place so that the blade is not exposed and

out of the reach of children.

 Never use the trimmer when it is raining. Try to prevent it from getting wet or being

exposed to humidity.

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 Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving.

Make sure trimmer switch is off when clearing jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the hedge trimmer.

CAUTION: Blades coast after turn off.

 Don’t force hedge trimmer, it will do the job better and with less likelihood of risk of injury

at the rate for which it was designed.

 Stay alert, watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate hedge trimmer

when you are tired.

 Maintain hedge trimmer with care, keep cutting blades sharp and clean for best

performance and to reduce the risk of injury.. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

 Always fit the blade guard onto the cutting bar if you wish to transport or store your hedge

trimmer

7 BEFORE USING THE TOOL FOR THE FIRST TIME

7.1 Advantage of Li-ion batteries.

 40% More Performance  40% Less Weight  100% Longer Life  40% More Compact  No Memory Effect  Environment-Friendly

7.2 Charging Procedure

The charging procedure starts as soon as the mains plug of the charger is plugged into a power socket and the battery (14) is inserted into the charging compartment (13). Thanks to the intelligent charging PCB (Protective circuit board), the charging condition of the battery is automatically detected and the battery is charged in optimum condition. (PCB takes into account : Over Charging/Discharging, Voltage and Current, Battery temperature, Short-Circuit, Overload, Each Cell Unbalance (Out-put, In-put), resulting in continuous optimum Voltage & Current when Charging or Working. This gives longer life to the battery and always leaves it fully charged when kept in the charger for storage.

Charge battery pack only with the charger provided.

Please note :  With continuous or several repetitive charging cycles without interruption, the charger can

warm up. This is not harmful and does not indicate a technical defect of the unit.

 A battery that is new or has not been used for a longer period does not develop its full

capacity until after approximately 5 charging/discharging cycles. Leave such batteries in the charging compartment until they have clearly warmed up.

 A significantly reduced working period after charging indicates that the batteries are worn

out and must be replaced.

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7.3 Charging

Attention! Only use battery charger in dry places.

Before first use, the battery needs to be charged for about 1,2 hours. Use only the original charger.

 Remove the battery from the device .  Insert the battery into the charger .  Connect the charger to the mains voltage (LED lights up green).

7.3.1 Notes on charger :

 LED 10 lights up red: Battery is charging  LED 11 lights up green: Charging completed  LED 10 blinks red: Fault (e.g., battery is too hot)

Self-discharge of batteries! Remove the battery from the charger once it is fully charged.

7.4 General instructions:

Regarding the battery, in order to maintain the long service life of the battery, always follow the instructions below:  The tool will automatically be switched off when the battery voltage is low. The battery

must then be recharged before the tool can be used again.

 Always recharge the lithium-ion battery prior to any prolonged period of non-use, i.e. before

storing the tool away in autumn.

 The charging time is 1,2 hours for a battery that is completely empty.

 The lithium-ion rechargeable battery can be charged at any charge level and charging can

be interrupted at any time without damaging the battery (no memory effect)

8 OPERATION

8.1 Switching on:

 Press and hold the safety switch on the front grip (3).  And press the on/off button (4) at the same time.

8.2 Switching off:

 Release one of the two buttons.

8.3 Cutting hedges

A trapezoidal cut corresponds to the natural, growth of plants and results in optimal hedge growing.

 In order to promote thick growth of young hedges, only half of new shoots should be cut.  If the hedge has already reached the desired height, new shoots can be completely

removed.

 First cut the sides from the bottom to the top. Cut the upper part giving it the shape you

prefer, in a straight horizontal form, roof-like or rounded.

 If the blades are jammed or blocked by obstacles, switch the motor off immediately,

remove the battery, and then remove the object jamming the blades.

 Caution! Metal obstacles like fences etc. may damaged the cutting blades.

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Type

POWXG8020LI

Battery voltage / capacity

18 VDC / 1500mAh

Battery type

Li-ion

Cutting capacity

12 mm

Blade length

535 mm

No load speed

2400min-1

Charger :

Input Voltage ~Frequency

230-240VAC, 50-60 Hz, 45W

OUTput voltage / current

19,5 VDC, max. 2,2 A

Battery charger

Type

1 hour fast charger

Acoustic pressure level LpA

78 dB(A)

Acoustic power level LwA

92 dB(A)

aw (Vibration)

1,7 m/s²

K = 1,5 m/s²

9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Warning! Before performing any work on the equipment, always remove the battery.

 Check your machine regularly before starting the work.  Damaged cutting blades have to be repaired or exchanged by a qualified service man

before working with the machine

 After each cutting operation, clean the cutting blade with a soft brush and cloth with

lubricating fluid oil and spray a thin layer of fluid protective oil on the completes blade.

 Always keep the ventilation slots in motor housing clean  Never clean or spray a machine with water .clean the motor housing only with a moist

cloth and never apply detergents or solvents! These could ruin the plastic parts of the machine ,Finally, dry the motor housing carefully.

 Always have your hedge trimmer’s blades sharpened or replaced at a qualified workshop

10 STORAGE

Remove the battery pack and keep your hedge trimmer in a safe, dry place out of children’s reach.

 Store the machine with the supplied protection cover.  Only use original accessories and spare parts.

11 TECHNICAL DATA

12 NOISE

Noise values measured according to relevant standard. (K=3)

ATTENTION! Wear hearing protection when sound pressure is over 85 dB(A).

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13 WARRANTY

 This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the

first user.

 This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers,

defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.

 Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the

warranty provisions.

 We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the

tool.

 Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus

tools.

 You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90.  Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise

in writing.

 At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the

result of negligent maintenance or overload.

 Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive

dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike, erroneus net voltage. This list is not exhaustive.

 Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty

period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement.

 Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of

Varo NV.

 We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it

is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon brushes serviced regularly, etc.).

 Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase.  Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state,

(in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of purchase.

 Your tool must be charged at least 1x per month to ensure optimal operation of this tool.

14 ENVIRONMENT

Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not discard it with the household rubbish but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. Waste produced by electrical machine items should not be handled like normal household rubbish. Please recycle where recycle facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.

14.1 Battery

Do not dispose of your battery pack in fire, water or domestic waste. Always dispose of defective or worn out battery packs at a special waste collection point, never with household garbage.

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15 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that,

Product: Hedge Trimmer 18V Li-ion Trade mark: POWERplus Model:POWXG8020LI

is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.

European Directives (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature);

2011/65/EU 2004/108/EC 2006/42/EC 2000/14/EC Annex V LwA 89dB(A) / 92B(A)

European harmonized standards (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature);

EN60745-1 : 2009 EN60745-2-15 : 2009 EN55014-1 : 2006 EN55014-2 : 1997

Keeper of the Technical Documentation : Philippe Vankerkhove, VARO – Vic. Van Rompuy N.V.

The undersigned acts on behalf of the company CEO,

Hugo Cuypers Regulatory Affairs – Compliance Manager Date: 31/10/2013