Spear & Jackson HT04 Instruction manual
INSTRUCTION
18V
Cordless
Hedge Trimmer
HT04
ORIGINAL
MANUAL
Important - Please read these instructions
fully before starting assembly
These instructions contain important information that will help
you get the best from your trimmer, ensuring it is assembled correctly
and safely. If you need help or have damaged or missing parts,
call the Customer Helpline on 0345 605 2067
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SPEAR & JACKSON SINCE 1760
For more than 250 years gardeners have enjoyed high quality performance and
great results using Spear & Jackson tools.
Our garden power tools combine continuous innovation and the latest in
manufacturing technologies with a proud heritage.
Each product is carefully designed with performance, comfort and durability
rmly in mind, which has earned Spear & Jackson an enviable reputation as a
maker of tools to trust.
3 YEARS GUARANTEE
As a testament to the quality of our products, we offer a 3 year manufacturers warranty and a comprehensive after sales service.
The warranty covers manufacturing faults, however in the event that the item has
been deliberately damaged, used in a commercial environment or disassembled then
the warranty will be null and void.
Please retain proof of purchase.
7 DAYS A WEEK TECHNICAL SUPPORT
We want you to get the best out of your products. Our easy-to-read instruction manual guides you with best practice use and maintenance tips. Please call 0345 605 2067
for technical support, we can solve around 80% of questions directly over the phone.
We hope you enjoy your product and we look forward to any feedback, as this allows
us to develop even better products for the future.
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CONTENTS
Safety Information 04
Description of symbols 04
General safety
Additional safety instructions for batteries and chargers
Additional safety instructions for hedge trimmer
Maintenance and storage safety
Intended use
Box Content / Parts 17
Assembly 18
Check battery capacity 18
Charging the battery
Unpacking
Operation 22
General operation 22
Switching on/off
Trimming times
Trimming
Maintenance 25
Technical Data 28
Troubleshooting 30
Warranty 31
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09
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS
The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and indicate the appropriate
safety measures you should take when operating and maintaining the hedge trimmer.
WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
Read instruction handbook before
operating this machine.
WARNING!
This is a warning symbol. This
symbol is used throughout the user
guide whenever there is a risk of
personal injury. Ensure that these
warnings are read and understood
at all times.
This symbol indicates the
requirement of wearing ear.
Protection and eye protection when
using the product.
Keep bystanders away.
Disconnect the battery pack before
any repair or maintenance.
Guaranteed sound power level
value in 90dB.
90
Waste electrical products should
not be disposed of with household
waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check your Local
Authority or retailer for recycling
advice.
Conforms to all relevant safety
standards.
WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE CHARGER
Read instruction handbook before
operating this machine.
The charger is for indoor use only.
Double insulation.
Do not expose and operate the tool
in rain.
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Pole orientation.
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Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
GENERAL SAFETY
Waste electrical products should
not be disposed of with household
waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check your Local
Authority or retailer for recycling
advice.
WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE BATTERY PACK
Batteries contain Li-ion, waste
batteries should be sorted for ecofriendly. Do not dispose of waste
Li-Ion
batteries as unsorted municipal
waste.
Do not dispose of batteries in rivers
or immerse in water.
Do not dispose of in fire.
Do not subject the battery to strong
max. 45
sunlight over long periods and do
o
not leave it on a heater (max.45
C
Do not dispose of batteries. Return
exhausted batteries to your local
collection or recycling point.
o
C).
WARNING! Read all
safety warnings and
all instructions. Failure
to follow the 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 all
warnings listed below
refers to your battery
operated power tool.
■
Read the instructions
carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and
the correct use of
the appliance. Read
and understand the
operator’s manual and
observe the warnings
and instruction labels
affixed to the appliance.
■
Users. Never allow
children or people
unfamiliar with these
instructions to use
the appliance. Local
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
regulations may restrict
the age of operator. Never
operate the tool under
the influence of alcohol,
medication or drugs.
■
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.
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.
■
Keep work area clean and
well lit. Cluttered areas
can cause accidents.
■
Consider work area
environment. Do not
expose the tool to high
humidity or rain. Do not
use the tool in damp and
wet conditions. Keep the
work area well lit. Do not
use the tool where there
is a risk of causing fire
or explosion, e.g. in the
presence of flammable
liquids and gases.
■
Keep children and
bystanders away while
operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
The operator or user is
responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring
to other people or the
property.
■
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.
■
Head protection. Always
use safety glasses and
gloves. Use a face or
dust mask whenever the
operations may produce
dust or flying particles.
Wear ear protection
whenever the sound level
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Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
seems uncomfortable.
■
Do not overreach. Keep
proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables
better control of the
power tool in unexpected
situations
■
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.
■
Grip the tool securely.
Operator should have one
hand on the main handle,
the other on the front
handle. Keep finger off
trigger until ready to use.
■
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.
■
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.
■
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
energy sing power tools
that have the switch on
invites accidents.
■
Check for damaged
parts. Before further
use, carefully check the
tool for damage. Check
for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other
condition that may affect
its operation. Do not use
the tool if any parts are
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damaged or defective.
Have any damaged or
defective parts repaired or
replaced by an authorized
service agent. Never
attempt any repairs
yourself.
■
Store idle tools. When not
in use, tools should be
stored in a dry, lockedup place out of reach of
children.
■
Maintain tools with care.
Keep tools clean and in
good condition for better
and safer performance.
Follow the instructions
for maintenance and
changing accessories.
Keep handles and
switches dry, clean and
free from oil and grease.
poorly maintained power
tools.
■
Have your tool repaired
by an authorized
service agent. This
tool is manufactured
in accordance with the
relevant safety regulations.
To avoid danger, electrical
appliances must only
be repaired by qualified
technicians.
■
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.
■
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
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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
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
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 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.
WARNING!
Do not use any
attachments or
accessories not
recommended by the
manufacturer of this
tool.
The use of
attachments or
accessories not
recommended can
result in serious
personal injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIES AND
CHARGERS
Batteries
■
Never attempt to open for
any reason.
■
Do not expose to water.
■
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.
■
Do not store in locations
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
where the temperature
may exceed 40 oC.
■
Do not leave the battery
pack in the charger when
the charging is finished,
otherwise battery leakage
may occur.
■
Charge only at room
temperature.
■
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.
■
Before charging, make
sure that the battery is dry
and clean.
■
Use power tools only with
specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and
fire.
■
When dispose of
batteries follow the
instructions given in the
section “protecting the
environment”.
■
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.
■
The battery fluid, a 25-
30% solution of potassium
hydroxide, can be harmful.
In case of skin contact,
immediately rinse with
water. Neutralize with
a mild acid such as
lemon juice or vinegar.
In case of eye contact,
rinse abundantly with
clean water for at least
10 minutes. Consult a
physician.
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When battery pack is not
in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like
paperclips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other
small metal objects, that
can make a connection
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