Einhell GC-HH 5056 Electric Pole Hedge Trimmer Instruction Manual

GC-HH 5056 Electric Pole Hedge Trimmer
Instruction Manual

GC-HH 5056 Electric Pole Hedge Trimmer

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Danger!
When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.
Explanation of the symbols on the equipment (Fig. 16):

1. Warning!
2. Protect the equipment from rain and damp!
3. Watch out for falling and catapulting parts.
4. Keep your distance.
5. Read the directions for use before operating the equipment!
6. Wear protective headgear, goggles and ear muff s!
7. Wear safety gloves!
8. Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear.
9. If the cable is damaged or cut, disconnect the power plug from the mains immediately.
10. Electric shock can cause fatal injury. When holding the pole-mounted pruner, keep it well away from overhead power cables.
11. Danger! Moving blade. Keep hands and feet away from the blade.
12. This equipment complies with Protection Class II (double-insulated)
13. Guaranteed sound power level: 105 dB

Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet.
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Layout and items supplied

2.1 Layout (Fig. 1/2)

1. Handle
2. On/Off switch
3. Safety lock-off
4. Mains power cable
5. Shoulder strap
6. Shoulder strap attachment
7. Grip area
8. Lock nut
9. Lock for telescopic handle
10. Tube with motor housing/hedge trimmer
11. Tube with operating element
12. Cutter rail guard
13. Screw
14. Cable strain-relief clip
15. Lock-off button for angle adjustment

2.2 Items supplied
Please check that the article is complete as specified in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

Danger!
The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suffocating!

• Handle with tube
• Hedge trimmer section with tube and cutter rail guard
• Shoulder strap
• Original operating instructions
• Safety instructions

Proper use

This electric pole hedge trimmer is suitable for cutting hedges, bushes and shrubs.
Caution! Do not use this equipment to cut grass.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been de- signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Technical data

Danger!
Sound and vibration
Sound and vibration values were measured in accordance with EN 62841-1.

Wear hearing protection.
Noise can cause loss of hearing.
Total vibration values (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 62841-1.
Handle under load
Handle (front)
Vibration emission value ah = 4.749 m/s²
K uncertainty = 1.5 m/s²
Handle (rear)
Vibration emission value ah = 3.715 m/s²
K uncertainty = 1.5 m/s²
The specified vibration value was established in accordance with a standardized testing method. It may change according to how the electric equipment is used and may exceed the specified value in exceptional circumstances.
The specified vibration value can be used to compare the equipment with other electric power tools.
The specified vibration value can be used for initial assessment of a harmful effect.
Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

• Only use appliances which are in perfect working order.
• Service and clean the appliance regularly.
• Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.
• Do not overload the appliance.
• Have the appliance serviced whenever necessary.
• Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
• Wear protective gloves.

Caution!
Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain residual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:

1. Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
2. Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a prolonged period or is not properly guided and maintained.
4. Health damage resulting from hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a long period of time or if it is not properly guided and serviced.

Before starting the equipment

Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to the mains data.
Warning!
Always pull the power plug before making adjustments to the equipment.
The plug on the power tool must fit into the socket. The socket must not be modified in any way. Do not use adapter plugs together with power tools with a protective earth. Unmodified plugs and matching sockets will reduce the risk of an electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, heating systems, stoves and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of suffering an electric shock if your body is earthed.
If you use an electric power tool outdoors, use only extension cables that are suitable for outdoor use. The use of an extension cable which is suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of an electric shock.
If you cannot avoid using the power tool in a damp location, use a residual current device (RCD) circuit breaker. The use of a residual current device (RCD) circuit breaker will reduce the risk of suffering an electric shock.
We recommend that you connect the hedge trimmer only to an electricity source protected by a residual current device (RCD) breaker with a maximum trip current of 30 mA.
5.1 Fitting the shoulder strap
(Fig. 3): Attach the carabiner hooks (Item 5a) of the shoulder strap (Item 5) to the shoulder strap attachments (Item 6).
5.2 Assembling the tube
Insert the tube with the motor housing / hedge trimmer (Fig. 4/Item 10) into the tube with the operating element (Fig. 4/Item 11) and screw the two tubes together with the lock nut (Fig. 4/ Item 8). Then use the screw to fasten the motor housing (Fig. 4/Item 13).
The electric pole hedge trimmer is now fully assembled. To dismantle, proceed in reverse order.
5.3 Using the shoulder strap
Warning! Always use a shoulder strap when working with the equipment. Always switch off the equipment before you release the shoulder strap. Otherwise there is a risk of injury.

1. Slip the shoulder strap (Fig. 5/Item 5) over your shoulder.
2. Adjust the length of the shoulder strap so that the strap attachment is at waist level (Fig. 5).
3. The shoulder strap is equipped with a buckle. Press the hooks together (Fig. 6) if you need to put down the equipment quickly.
4. To change the strap position on the equipment, slacken the socket head screw (Fig. 7/ Item 6a) by turning it counterclockwise and move the strap attachment to the desired position on the tube. Then tighten the socket head screw again (Fig. 7/Item 6a) by turning it clockwise.

5.4 Adjusting the angle of the motor housing/hedge trimmer (Fig. 8)
Press the lock-off button (Item 15) and adjust the angle of the hedge trimmer head (Item 10) to any of 5 latching positions.
5.5 Adjusting the telescopic handle (Fig. 8)
Open the nut (Fig. 8/Item 9) and adjust the handle to the required length. Then fasten the handle by closing the nut again.

Operation

Please note that the statutory regulations governing noise abatement may differ from one location to another.
Caution! Always use a shoulder strap when working with the equipment. Always switch off the equipment before you take off the shoulder strap. Otherwise there is a risk of injury.
Put on the shoulder strap as described above, fi t the required mounting kit and adjust the equipment to suit your needs.
Connecting to the power supply

• Connect the power cable to a suitable extension cable. Make sure that the extension cable is designed for the power rating of the hedge trimmer.
• Secure the extension cable as shown in Fig. 9 to protect it against pulling forces and accidental disconnection.
• Connect the extension cable to a professionally installed safety mains socket with ground contact. We recommend using a cable with a bright and highly visible color (red or yellow). This will reduce the risk of accidentally damaging it with the hedge trimmer.

Switching On/Off
Switching on (Fig. 9)

• Hold the equipment firmly by the handle and grip surface with both hands
• Press and hold the safety lock-off (Item 3).
• Switch on the equipment with the On/Off switch (Item 2). You can then release the safety lock-off.

Switching off
Let go of the On/Off switch (Fig. 9/Item 2).

Working with the equipment

• Before you start work, inspect the electric pole hedge trimmer for damage. Never use equipment which is obviously damaged.
• Check that the blades work properly. With their twin cutting edges, the blades rotate in opposite directions, thus guaranteeing a high cutting performance and smooth operation.
• Take care to maintain a steady foothold and hold the tool firmly in both hands away from your body. Before you switch on, make sure that the equipment is not touching any objects.

Work practice

• A hedge trimmer can be used to cut shrubs and bushes as well as hedges.
• To obtain the best cutting results, hold the hedge trimmer so that the cutter teeth are at an angle of approx. 15° in relation to the hedge (see Figure 10).
• The twin-bladed cutters rotate in opposite directions, thus enabling cutting in both directions (see Figure 11).
• It is recommended to tie a guide line along the hedge so that you cut the hedge to a level height. Cut off the branches which protrude beyond the guide line (see Fig. 12/13).
• Cut the sides of the hedge with curve-shaped movements from the bottom up (see Figure 14).

Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Danger!
Always pull out the mains power plug before starting any cleaning work.
8.1 Cleaning

• Keep the handles free of oil so that you can maintain a firm grip.
• Never immerse the equipment in water or other liquids in order to clean it.
• Use a brush to remove deposits from the safety guards.
• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.
• We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device. The ingress of water into an electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock.

8.2 Carbon brushes
In case of excessive sparking, have the carbon brushes checked only by a qualified electrician.
Danger! The carbon brushes should not be rep laced by anyone but a qualified electrician.
8.3 Maintenance
The cutters should be cleaned and lubricated at regular intervals in order to ensure best perfor- mance at all times. Remove deposits with a brush and apply a thin film of oil (Figure 15).
8.4 Ordering replacement parts:
Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

• Type of machine
• Article number of the machine
• Identification number of the machine
• Replacement part number of the part required

For our latest prices and information please go to www.Einhell- Service.com

Faults

The equipment does not work:
Check that the power cable is connected properly and check the mains fuses. If the tool will not work in spite of the voltage supply being OK, please send it to the customer service address provided.

Storage

• Clean and service the equipment before putting it into storage.
• Store the equipment and its accessories in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 5 and 30 °C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging.
• Use the cutter rail guard.

Transport
Secure the equipment during transportation in order to prevent damage or injuries. Use the cutter rail guard.

Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Never place defective equipment in your household refuse. The equipment should be taken to a suitable collection center for proper disposal. If you do not know the whereabouts of such a collection point, you should ask in your local council offices.

For EU countries only
Never place any electric power tools in your household refuse.
To comply with European Directive 2012/19/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric power tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment-friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot.
Recycling alternative to the return request: As an alternative to returning the equipment to the manufacturer, the owner of the electrical equipment must make sure that the equipment is properly disposed of if he no longer wants to keep the equipment. The old equipment can be returned to a suitable collection point that will dispose of the equipment in accordance with the national recycling and waste disposal regulations. This does not apply to any accessories or aids without electrical components supplied with the old equipment.
Please note that batteries and lamps (e.g. light bulbs) must be removed from the tool before it is disposed of.
The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the Einhell Germany AG.
Subject to technical changes

Service information

We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certificate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certificate. These partners will help you with all service requests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables.
Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables.

• Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery!
  In the effect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.Einhell-Service.com.
  Please ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:

  • Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?
  • Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?
  • What malfunction does the equipment have in your opinion (main symptom)? Describe this malfunction.

Warranty certificate

Dear Customer,
All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. You can also contact us by telephone using the service number shown. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made:

1. These guarantee terms apply to consumers only, i.e. natural persons intending to use this product neither for their commercial activities nor for any other self-employed activities. These warranty terms regulate additional warranty services, which the manufacturer mentioned below promises to buyers of its new products in addition to their statutory rights of guarantee. Your statutory guarantee claims are not affected by this guarantee. Our guarantee is free of charge to you.

2. The warranty services cover only defects due to material or manufacturing faults on a product which you have bought from the manufacturer mentioned below and are limited to either the rectification of said defects on the product or the replacement of the product, whichever we prefer. Please note that our devices are not designed for use in commercial, trade or professional applications. A guarantee contract will not be created if the device has been used by commercial, trade or industrial business or has been exposed to similar stresses during the guarantee period.

3. The following are not covered by our guarantee:
   – Damage to the device caused by a failure to follow the assembly instructions or due to incorrect installation, a failure to follow the operating instructions (for example connecting it to an incorrect mains voltage or current type) or a failure to follow the maintenance and safety instructions or by exposing the device to abnormal environmental conditions or by lack of care and maintenance.
   – Damage to the device caused by abuse or incorrect use (for example overloading the device or the use or unapproved tools or accessories), ingress of foreign bodies into the device (such as sand, stones or dust, transport damage), the use of force or damage caused by external forces (for example by dropping it).
   – Damage to the device or parts of the device caused by normal or natural wear or tear or by normal use of the device.

4. The guarantee is valid for a period of 24 months starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This also applies if an on-site service is used.

5. To make a claim under the guarantee, please register the defective device at: www.Einhell-Service.com. Please keep your bill of purchase or other proof of purchase for the new device. Devices that are returned without proof of purchase or without a rating plate shall not be covered by the guarantee, because appropriate identification will not be possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, then the item in question will either be repaired immediately and returned to you or we will send you a new replacement.

Of course, we are also happy offer a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service, please send the device to our service address.
Also refer to the restrictions of this warranty concerning wear parts, consumables and missing parts as set out in the service information in these operating instructions.

Declaration of conformity: We declare conformity in accordance with the EU directive and standards for article
*Elektro-Stab-Heckenschere GC-HH 5056 (Einhell)*
GB Electric pole hedge trimmer ·

Declaration of conformity
We, Einhell UK Ltd
Champions Business Park, First Floor Unit 10, Arrowe Brook Rd, Upton, Wirral CH49 0AB, United Kingdom
declare the conformity to UK standards and legislation was assessed for:
Electric Pole Hedge Trimmer GC-HH 5056 (Einhell)

Art.-Nr.: 34.038.70
I.-Nr.: 21011
Art.-Nr.: 34.038.70
I.-Nr.: 21011

References

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