KAERCHER BTA-5756332-000-01 K 7 Smart Control Instruction Manual

KAERCHER BTA-5756332-000-01 K 7 Smart Control

Product Information

Product Name: MT HT 550/36
Languages: Deutsch, English, Italiano, Nederlands, Dansk, Norsk, Svenska, Suomi, Magyar, Cestina, Slovenscina, Polski, Slovencina, Hrvatski, Srpski, Eesti, Latviesu, Lietuviskai

Contents of the User Manual:

• Safety instructions
• Environmental protection
• Package contents
• Start-up
• Operation
• Transportation
• Storage
• Maintenance and care
• Warranty
• Technical specifications

Product Usage Instructions

1. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always attach the blade cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer reduces the risk of injury from the blades.
2. Before removing any trapped material or performing maintenance on the hedge trimmer, ensure that the motor is turned off and the battery pack is removed. Also, make sure that loose clothing, hair,or jewelry are kept away from moving parts to avoid serious injuries.
3. When adjusting the cutting tool’s working position, ensure that you have a firm and secure footing and hold the rear handle with one hand while keeping the front handle steady with the other hand.
4. Familiarize yourself with the quick-release mechanism on the handle. Never obstruct access to the quick-release.
5. Wear full eye and head protection while operating the hedge trimmer. Keep loose clothing, hair, and jewelry away from moving parts to prevent injuries.
6. After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
7. Dispose of packaging materials in an environmentally-friendly manner.
8. Read the user manual and all safety instructions before using the product.

Safety instructions

Read this safety chapter and these original operating instructions before using the device for the first time. Act in accordance with them. Keep the original operating instructions for future reference or for future owners.

Hazard levels

• DANGER
  Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death.

• WARNING
  Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to severe injuries or even death.

• CAUTION
  Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to minor injuries.

• ATTENTION
  Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to damage to property.

Pole hedge trimmer safety warnings

• Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Blades continue to move after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
  Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the blade stopped and taking care not to operate any power switch. Proper carrying of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from the blades.

• When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always fit the blade cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal in-jury from the blades.
  When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit, make sure all power switches are off and the battery pack is removed or disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.

• Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the blade may contact hidden wiring. Blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer
  “live” and could give the operator an electric shock. Keep all power cords and cables away from cut-ting area. Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
  Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
  To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the pole hedge trimmer near any electrical power lines. Contact with or use near power lines may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting in death.
  Always use two hands when operating the ex-tended-reach hedge trimmer. Hold the extended-reach hedge trimmer with both hands to avoid loss of control.
  Always use head protection when operating the pole hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris can result in serious personal injury.

Additional safety instructions

DANGER

•  Severe injuries when objects are flung by the cutting blade or when the cutting tool becomes entangled in wires or cords. Inspect the work area thoroughly for objects such as stones, sticks, metal, wires, bones or toys and remove these before using the device.
•  Never use the device when persons, especially children, are within a radius of 15 m of the working area, because the danger exists of objects being flung out by the cutting blade.
•  No changes may be made to the device.
•  Severe injuries through a lack of concentration when working. Do not use the device when under the in-fluence of drugs, alcohol, or medication, or when you are tired.

WARNING

• The device is not intended for use by children, persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities or persons unfamiliar with these instructions.
•  You need an unobstructed view of the work area in order to be able to recognize any potential dangers. Use the device only under good lighting conditions.
•  Before operation, make sure the device, all control elements, and safety devices are working properly. Check for loose locks, make sure all protective covers and handles are properly and securely fastened. Only use the device when it is in a correct condition. Replace any worn or damaged parts before operating the device.
•  Wear long, heavy trousers, clothing with long arms and non-slip boots when working with the de-vice. Do not work barefoot. Do not wear sandals or short trousers. Avoid wearing loose clothing or clothing with cords and straps.
• Risk of kickback due to loss of bal-ance. Avoid an abnormal posture, keep a stable, safe footing and maintain your balance.
• Always hold the device with both hands. Hold the front handle with one hand. With the other hand hold the rear handle, operate the trigger lockout button and the trigger.
•  You must wear the carrying belt provided when using the device. The carrying belt is fitted with a quick-release buckle. The carrying belt helps you to control the device when it is lowered after cutting and to hold the weight of the de-vice during cutting.
• Serious injuries if the carrying belt  cannot be removed quickly enough in an emergency. Familiarize yourself with the carrying belt and the quick-release buckle before using the device. Do not wear clothing over the shoulder strap or otherwise interfere with access to the quick-release buckle.
•  Risk of electric shock. Do not work with the device within 10 m of overhead lines.
• Do not operate the device in the vicin-ity of posts, fences, buildings or other immovable objects.
•  The blades on the device are sharp. Wear sturdy protective gloves and work carefully when installing, replacing, cleaning or checking the seating of screws.
• Replace any worn or damaged parts before operating the device.
• Immediately stop the device and check for damage or identify the cause of the vibration if the device has been dropped, hit or vibrates ab-normally. Have damage repaired by the authorized Customer Service or replace the device.
• Before each use, check that the shaft connection of the rod and the cutting tool are securely fastened.
•  Before cutting a hedge or a bush, check if people or animals are behind or in it.
• Switch the motor off, remove the battery pack and make sure that all moving parts have stopped moving:
  • Before adjusting the working position of the cutting tool.
  • Before cleaning the device or removing a blockage.
  • Before leaving the device unattended.
  • Before checking, maintaining or working on the de-vice.

CAUTION

•  Wear especially safety glasses and hearing protection.

• Wear head protection when working in areas with a danger of falling objects.

•  Risk of injury when loose fitting clothing, hair or jewellery is caught by moving parts of the device. Keep clothing and jeweler away from moving parts of the device. Tie long hair back.

•  Check that the cutting tool cannot come into contact with anything before starting the device.

•  Do not use the device on ladders or unstable surfaces.
  Hearing protection can impair your ability to hear warning sounds, so pay attention to hazards in your vicinity and in the work area.

•  The noise from the device can impair your ability to hear, so pay attention to possible hazards in your vicinity and in the work area.

ATTENTION

•  Do not force the device through dense bushes. This can block and slow down the cutting
  tool. Reduce the working speed if the cutting tool blocks. Do not attempt to cut boughs and branches that are obviously too large to fit between the cutting blades. Use a non-motorized hand saw or branch saw for cut-ting larger boughs and branches.

Safe transport and storage
WARNING

•  Switch the device off, allow it to cool down and remove the battery pack before storage or transportation.

CAUTION

•  In order to prevent accidents or injuries, you must only transport and store the device with the blade guard installed and with the rechargeable battery removed.
•  Risk of injury and damage to the de-vice. Secure the device against movement or falling down during transport.
•  Store the battery pack sepa-rately from the device for safety.

ATTENTION

•  Remove all foreign bodies from the device before storage or transportation.
•  Store the de-vice in a dry, well ventilated location out of the reach of children. Keep the device away from corrosive substances such as garden chemicals.
•  Do not store the device outdoors.

Safe servicing and care
WARNING

• Switch the motor off, remove the battery pack and make sure that all moving parts have stopped moving:
  • Before cleaning or servicing the device.
  • Before changing accessories.
• Risk of injury from sharp cutting tools. Exercise special care when removing and fitting the blade guard, cleaning and oiling the device.
• Ensure that the device is in a safe condition by regularly checking that all bolts, nuts and screws are screwed tight.
•  Each time after us-ing the device, remove dirt from the cutting tools using a hard brush and apply a suitable oil for rust protection before fitting the blade guard. The manufacturer recommends using a spray for rust protection and oiling. Ask your Customer Service department to recommend a suitable spray. You can oil the cutting tools as de-scribed, each time before using the device.

CAUTION

•  Only use accessories and spare parts which are approved by the manufacturer. Only original accessories and original spare parts ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.

ATTENTION

• Clean the product with a soft, dry cloth each time after use.

Note

•  Service and maintenance work may only be performed by suitably qualified and specially trained personnel. We recommend sending the product to an authorized service center for repair.
•  You may only perform the adjustments and repairs described in these operating instructions. Contact your authorized Customer Service department for other repairs.

Residual risks
WARNING

• Certain residual risks remain present, even when the device is operated in the prescribed manner. The fol-lowing dangers can be present when using the de-vice:
• Severe injuries through contact with the cutting tool. Keep the cutting tool away from your body. Use the blade guard when not cutting.
• Vibration can cause injuries. Use the correct tools for the job, use the handles provided and restrict the working time and hazard exposure time.
• Noise can cause hearing injuries. Wear hearing protection and limit the duration of exposure.

Risk reduction
CAUTION

• Using the device for longer periods can cause poor circulation in the hands due to vibrations. A general period of use cannot be set, because this depends on several influencing factors:
• Personal tendency to suffer from poor circulation (frequently cold fingers, tingling sensation in the fingers)
• Low ambient temperature. Wear warm gloves to protect your hands.
• Holding the device too tightly hindering blood circulation.
• Continuous operation is more harmful than operation interrupted by work breaks.

You should see a doctor if using the device regularly and for lengthy periods of time, and in the event of re-peated occurrences of symptoms such as tingling in the fingers or cold fingers.

Intended use

• The pole hedge trimmer accessory is suitable for commercial use.
• The accessory is intended for use with the MT 36 Bp Multi-Tool.
• The device is intended for outdoor use only.
• For safety reasons, always hold the device firmly with both hands.
• The device is intended for cutting hedges, shrubs and similar plants. The user stands securely on the ground.
• The device may only be used in a dry, well-lit environment.

Any other use, e.g. cutting grass, trees or branches, is prohibited.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which – if handled or disposed of incorrectly – can pose a potential threat to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.com/REACH

Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-er.

Symbols on the device

| General warning symbol
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| Read the operating instructions and all safety instructions before operating the device for the first time.
| Always wear suitable eye protection and hearing protection when working with the device.
| Wear non-slip, sturdy gloves when working with the device.
| Wear non-slip safety shoes when working with the device.
| Risk of injury. Do not touch the sharp cut- ting tools.
| Electrical hazard. Keep a minimum distance of 10 m away from overhead lines when working with the device.
****| Danger due to flung objects. Keep spectators, especially children and pets, at least 15 m away from the work area.

Description of the device
The maximum amount of equipment is described in these operating instructions. Depending on the model used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see packaging).
See graphics page for illustrations

Illustration A

1. Blade guard
2. Cutting blade
3. Cut material sweep
4. Shaft
5. Type plate
6. Lever lock
7. Lever for adjusting the cutting angle

Initial startup
Assembling the Multi-Tool

1. Connect the shaft with the coupling of the Multi-Tool  (see operating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp).
   Illustration B

Fitting the cut material sweep

1. Install the cut material sweep.
   Illustration C

Operation

New users should be instructed by an experienced person and practice handling and techniques be-fore carrying out any work.

Adjusting the cutting angle
The angle between the shaft and hedge trimmer can be adapted to the working conditions.
Illustration D

CAUTION
Sharp cutting blade

Incision injuries
Wear protective gloves when working on the cutting blade.

1. Mount the blade guard.
   Illustration E

2. Place the device on a flat surface.

3. Press the handle lock.
   Illustration F
   The handle for adjusting the cutting angle is un-locked.

4. Press the handle for setting the cutting angle.
   Illustration G

5. Adjust the angle between the shaft and hedge trimmer.

6. Release the handle for setting the cutting angle. Make sure that the handle engages in a notch.

7. Release the handle lock.
   The handle for setting the cutting angle is locked.

8. Remove the blade guard.

Operation

CAUTION
Risk of injury from sharp blades
Wear safety goggles and protective gloves when working on the device.

WARNING
Risk of injury due to uncontrolled movements of the device
Always hold the device firmly with both hands. Always wear the carrying belt.

1. Check the cutting material for foreign bodies, such as film, wires, stones or posts, and remove them as necessary.
2. Remove the blade guard.
   Illustration H
   Switch on the device, see operating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp.
   Trim the hedge.
   Illustration I

Ending operation

1. Remove the battery pack from the device (see operating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp).
   Clean the device (see Chapter Cleaning the de-vice).

Disassembling the Multi-Tool

1. Disconnect the accessories from the Multi-Tool (see  Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp operating instructions).

Transport
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.

WARNING
Uncontrolled startup
Incision injuries
With the Multi-Tool assembled, remove the battery pack from the device before transporting it.
Transport the device only with the blade guard fitted.

• Secure the device against slipping and tipping over when transporting in vehicles.

Storage
Always clean the device before putting it into storage (see Chapter Cleaning the device).

CAUTION
Risk of injury and damage!
The device may tip over on sloping surfaces.
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.

WARNING
Uncontrolled startup
Incision injuries
With the Multi-Tool assembled, remove the battery pack from the device before storage.
Store the device only with the blade guard fitted.

1. Remove the carrying belt.
2. Disassemble the Multi-Tool if necessary (see operating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp).
3.  Store the device in a dry, well ventilated location. Keep away from corrosive substances such as gar-den chemicals and defrosting salt. Do not store the device outdoors.

Care and service

WARNING
Uncontrolled startup
Incision injuries
Remove the battery from the assembled Multi-Tool be-fore all work on the device.

CAUTION
Risk of injury from sharp blades
Wear safety goggles and protective gloves when working on the device.

Cleaning the device

1. Use a brush to remove any dirt and debris from the blade.
   Illustration J

2. Clean the shaft with a soft, dry cloth.

Maintenance work

Checking the blade screw connection
CAUTION
Loose screw connections
Incision injuries through uncontrolled blade movements Check the screw connection of the blade regularly to en-sure it is firmly fastened.
Illustration K

1. Check that all screws/nuts are tight.
2. Tighten any loose screws/nuts.

Oiling the blade sections
In order to maintain the blade quality, the blade sections should be oiled after each use.
Note
Using thin machine oil or spray oil will yield very good results.
Illustration L

1. Place the device on a flat surface.
2. Apply oil to the top of the blade sections.
   Note
   You will improve the result if, after applying the oil, you briefly start up the Multi-Tool so that the oil spreads out in the gaps (see operating manual Multi-Tool MT 36 Bp).

Sharpening the blade sections
Note
Remove as little material as possible during sharpening and maintain the original angle of the blade tooth in the process.

CAUTION
Sharp blade
Incision injuries

Wear suitable protective gloves when sharpening the blade sections.

1. Clamp the blade in a vice.
2. Sharpen the exposed side of the blade teeth with a file.
3. Carefully push the blade further by hand so that the unsharpened blade teeth are accessible.
4. Sharpen the exposed side of all blade teeth with a file.

Troubleshooting guide

Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorized Customer Service.

As the battery pack ages, even if it is looked after, its capacity reduces such that the full run time will no longer be reached when fully charged. This does not indicate a defect.

Remove cutting material from the blade.
Motor has overheated| Stop working and allow the motor to cool down.
Problems when mounting the shaft components| The connection points are dirty.|

• Clean the shaft ends of adhering dirt.
• Only place the accessories on clean sur- faces.

Warranty
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorized customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)

Technical data

Vibration and noise value
The total vibration values given and the noise emission values given were measured according to a standard test procedure and can be used to compare one tool with another. The declared total vibration values and the declared noise emission values can also be used for a preliminary exposure assessment.

WARNING
Vibration and noise emissions during actual use of the power tool may differ from the values given, depending on the tool and in particular the type of workpiece used. Identify the safety measures to protect the operator on the basis of an exposure estimate under actual use conditions (taking into account all parts of the operating cycle, such as the release time).

Device with a hand-arm vibration value 2.5 m/s² (see chapter Technical Data in the operating instructions)

CAUTION

• Uninterrupted use of the device for several hours can lead to numbness.
•  Wear warm gloves to protect your hands
• Take regular breaks from work.

EU Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.

Product: Battery-powered pole hedge trimmer
Type: 1.042-511.0 + 1.042-513.0

Currently applicable EU Directives

• 2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
• 2014/30/EU
• 2000/14/EC (+2005/88/EC)
• 2011/65/EU

Harmonized standards used

• EN 62841-1: 2015 +A11: 2022
• EN 62841-4-2:2019
• EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
• EN 55014-2: 1997+A1: 2001+A2: 2008
• EN IEC 63000: 2018

Conformity evaluation procedure used 2000/14/EC and amended by 2005/88/EC: Annex V
Sound power level dB(A)
Measured:93,9
Guaranteed:95
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40 71364 Winnenden (Germany) Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 Winnenden, 2022/05/01

Declaration of Conformity (UK)

We hereby declare that the product described below complies with the relevant provisions of the following UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is modified without our prior approval.

Product: Battery-powered pole hedge trimmer
Type: 1.042-511.0 + 1.042-513.0

Currently applicable UK Regulations

• S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)
• S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)
• S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)

Designated standards used

• EN 62841-1: 2015 +A11: 2022
• EN 62841-4-2:2019
• EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
• EN 55014-2: 1997+A1: 2001+A2: 2008
• EN IEC 63000: 2018

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40 71364 Winnenden (Germany) Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 Winnenden, 2022/05/01

References

• Cher - Official Site
• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Dealer Search | Kärcher International
• Home and Garden Warranty Registration USA - Kärcher

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