Charging The Batteries - Solo 168 A Manual Original

9. Ensure that the motor of your hedge shears
can not be switched on by mistake when you
put it down after work or when you are going
to clean the device. Never forget to unplug the
mains supply!
10. Be aware of your responsibility as user towards
third parties in the working area.
11. The trimmer must be properly checked and
serviced. If the blades get damaged
should only be exchanged in pairs. In the event
of damage from impact, specialist's inspection
is essential.
12. The lead of the charger and its compounds
are tested before each use for visible defects
(unplugged). Faulty cable not in use.
13. Ensure that the equipment is stored safely
after use in such a way that the blade cannot
be touched.
14. For initial use of the hedge trimmer we would
recommend that in addition to reading the op-
erating instructions, you also seek a practical
demonstration from an expert.
15. Always ensure that all protective devices and
handles are properly fi tted. Never attempt to
use an incomplete machine.
16. Never try to use an incomplete tool or a tool
that has been modifi ed in a way that has not
been approved.
17. Make yourself familiar with your surroundings
(hidden objects, such as wire fencing) and pay
attention to possible hazards you might not
hear because of the noise of the machine.
18. ATTENTION! Only use the accessories or at-
tachments shown in the Operating Instructions.
The use of other add-on tools and accessories
may set up the risk of injury for you.
7. Instructions for use of the equipment
Do not use the trimmer in rain or for cutting wet hedges!
Check the hedge trimmer fl ex and its connections
before each and every use for visible signs of damage
(disconnect the power plug)! Do not use a faulty fl ex.
Gloves:
Protective gloves must be worn when using the hedge
trimmer.
Instructions for using the battery
1. When the hedge shears are delivered, the re-place-
able battery is not charge. Before starting the ma-
chine for the fi rst time, the battery must be charged.
2. You must never open the battery.
3. Never throw the used batteries in fi re - RISK OF
EXPLOSION!
4. Connect the battery charger only to mains with such
a voltage as stated on the type-bearing plate.
5. Use only the original battery.
6. Never charge the battery with a battery charger from
other producer. This can result in the battery being
damaged or it can result in an injury due to over-
heating.
7. During a long-term operation, the battery may heat
up. Let it cool down before charging it.
8. Do not store the battery charger and the batteries
within children's reach.
9. Do not use the battery charger in an environment
with vapors or infl ammable fl uids.
10. Charge the batteries only at a temperature within the
range of 10°C to 40°C.
11. Store the battery at temperatures up to 30°C only.
Higher storage temperatures may result in damage
they to the battery. The ideal storage temperature range
is 10-15°C.
12. Never short-circuit the contacts of the batteries and
never interconnect them with metal objects.
13. When transporting the battery, take care that the
contacts are not interconnected, do not use metal
transportation containers.
14. Short-circuit of the battery can lead to explosion. In
any case, the short-circuit connection will damage
the battery.
15. Check the cable regularly on whether it is damaged.
If the cable is damaged, have it replaced.
16. Never discharge the batteries up to the point when
the shears completely stop to operate.
17. Before storing the batteries for the wintertime,
charge them fully once more.
Disposal of accumulators
Please observe the following directions for the disposal
of your accumulator/battery. Batteries are not to be put
into the rubbish. As a consumer you are legally obliged
to return used batteries and accumulators. At the end of
the duration of your apparatus, the batteries or accumu-
lators have to be taken from the apparatus, disposing of
them separately. You have the possibility of delivering
your old batteries and accumulators to the local collect-
ing points of your municipality or to your dealer or to the
distribution centers.

8. Charging the batteries

To take out the battery, press both push-buttons on the
sides designated with the number 1 and take out the
battery.
• Connect the battery charger to the socket. Make
sure that the voltage stated on the battery charger
corresponds with the mains voltage in your socket.
• Connect the charging set to the charging station us-
ing the jack plug of the charging set with the socket
on the rear of the charging station.
• The green control light indicates the start of the bat-
tery charging cycle. Once the battery is fully charged,
the green light expires and the charging cycle will
stop automatically.The battery is now fully charged
and can be removed from the charging station
• The period of charging amounts approximately to 3-5
hours. Longer period of charging can damage your
batteries. During the process of charging, the battery
heats up. This is normal and it indicates no defect.
• It is not required to monitor the charging time.
• Pull the plug of the charging unit if it is not in use.
If the charging light indicator is not lit up, check if there is
electric current in the socket. If the charging of the bat-
teries is not possible, give the battery charger and the
batteries to a service shop.
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