ASSEMBLY
EN
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing,
do not operate this product until the parts are replaced.
Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product
or create accessories not recommended for use with this
hedge trimmer. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possibly serious personal injury.
WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that
could cause serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the machine when assembling
parts.
ADJUSTING THE CUTTING BLADE
When the hedge trimmer is removed from the package,
it is unfolded totally which the angle between the
blade and the hedge trimmer shaft is 180° (Fig. B). It is
recommended to adjust the cutting blade to a suitable
working position before attaching it to the power head.
There are 9 possible working positions. The angle of the
cutting blade can be adjusted upwards in 5 stages from
0° (straight) to 45°, including 0°, and downwards in 4
stages from 0° to 50° (right angle facing down) (Fig. C),
not including 0°.
1. Press the trigger on the adjusting lever and
meanwhile rotate the adjusting lever to adjust the
cutting blade to the desired cutting position (Fig. D).
2. Once the desired position has been reached, release
the trigger. An audible click indicates that the locking
pin is engaged in the quadrant, right located into
place (Fig. D).
Fig. D parts description see below:
D-1 Quadrant
D-2 Locking Pin
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, carry
out the adjustment only when the cutting blades are
at a standstill. Never touch the blades while making
adjustments.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, always stop
the tool and fit the blade scabbard before moving the
cutting blade to the storage position or from the storage
position to the normal working position.
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HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT — HTA2000S
CONNECTING/REMOVING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD
This hedge trimmer attachment is designed for use with
EGO 56V LITHIUM-ION Power Head PH1400E/PH1420E.
Besides top cutting, there is a side-cutting position in the
hedge trimmer shaft for connecting with the power head
(Fig. E). Detail working techniques please see "WORKING
TECHNIQUES" section in this manual.
Fig. E parts description see below:
E-1 Top Cut Position
E-2 Side Cut Position
See "INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD
" section in the power head PH1400E/PH1420E operator's
manual for connecting the hedge trimmer to the power head.
See "REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER
HEAD" section in the power head PH1400E/PH1420E
operator's manual to remove the hedge trimmer from the
power head.
MOUNTING THE TIP PROTECTOR (Optional)
1. Use a hex wrench to remove the short bolt, plain
washer, bush and nut at the end of the cutting blade
(Fig. F). Save the plain washer, bush and nut for
reassembly.
Fig. F parts description see below:
F-1 Nut
F-3 Plain Washer
F-2 Bush
F-4 Short Bolt
2. Align the tip protector with the bulge on the cutting
blade and mount it into place. Secure it with the new
long bolt and nut as well as the saved washer, bush
and nut (Fig. G).
Fig. G parts description see below:
G-1 Nut
G-4 Bush
G-2 Tip Protector
G-5 Plain Washer
G-3 Nut
G-6 Long Bolt
OPERATION
DANGER:
Never cut near power lines, electric cords,
or other electric sources. If the cutting blades jam on any
electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE CUTTING
BLADE OR THE ALUMINUM POLE! THEY CAN BECOME
ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND MAY BE VERY DANGEROUS.
Continue to hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated
rear handle or lay it down and away from you in a safe
manner. Disconnect the electrical service to the damaged
line or cord before attempting to free the cutting blade