Worx WG268E Instruction manual

SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS

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.

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.

f) 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.

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.

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.

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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

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 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, non­skid 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 energising 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 jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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.

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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 the battery pack 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. 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.

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.

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.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY
WARNINGS

1. 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. A moment

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

2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the
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.

3. Hold the power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces only, because the
cutter blade may contact hidden

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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.

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

5. Use both hands when operating the hedge
trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss
of control and result in serious personal
injury.

SAFETY WARNINGS FOR
BATTERY PACK

a) Do not dismantle, open or shred cells

or battery pack.

b) Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do

not store battery packs haphazardly
in a box or drawer where they may
short-circuit each other or be short­circuited by conductive materials.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects, like paper

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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.

c) Do not expose battery pack to heat or

fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.

d) Do not subject battery pack to

mechanical shock.

e) In the event of battery leaking, do not

allow the liquid to come into contact
with the skin or eyes. If contact has
been made, wash the affected area
with copious amounts of water and
seek medical advice.

f) Seek medical advice immediately

if a cell or battery pack has been
swallowed.

g) Keep battery pack clean and dry.
h) Wipe the battery pack terminals with

a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.

i) Battery pack needs to be charged

before use. Always refer to this
instruction and use the correct
charging procedure.

j) Do not maintain battery pack on

charge when not in use.

k) After extended periods of storage,

it may be necessary to charge
and discharge the battery pack
several times to obtain maximum
performance.

l) Battery pack gives its best

performance when it is operated at
normal room temperature (20°C±5°C).

m) When disposing of battery packs,

keep battery packs of different
electrochemical systems separate
from each other.

n) Recharge only with the charger

specified by WORX. Do not use any
charger other than that specifically
provided for use with the equipment.

A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.

o) Do not use any battery pack which

is not designed for use with the
equipment.

p) Keep battery pack out of the reach of

children.

q) Retain the original product literature

for future reference.

r) Remove the battery from the

equipment when not in use.

s) Dispose of properly.

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SYMBOLS

To reduce the risk of injury, user
must read instruction manual

Wear ear protection

Wear eye protection

Wear dust mask

Do not expose to rain.

Do not expose to rain or water

Do not burn

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Do not dispose of batteries. Return
exhausted batteries to your local
collection or recycling point.

Waste electrical products must not
be disposed of with household
waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your local
authorities or retailer for recycling
advice.
xINR18/65-y: Cylindrical lithium Ion
battery cells with max diameter
of 18mm and max height of
65mm; “x” represents a number
cells serial connected, blank if 1;
“-y” represents a number of cells
paralleled connected, blank if 1

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