EGO POWER PH1400 56 Volt Lithium Ion Power Head Instruction Manual

FOR USE WITH EGO POWER+
POWER HEAD ATTACHMENTS
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION
POWER HEAD
MODEL NUMBER PH1400/PH1400-FC

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The  instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION” before using this machine. Failure to follow all instructions listed  below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.

| This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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DANGER| DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING| WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION| CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word “NOTICE”, as in the example below:
NOTICE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.

SYMBOLS

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate it.

| Safety Alert| Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
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| Read & Understand Operator’s Manual| To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
| Eye Protection| Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
| Recycle Symbols| This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
IPX4| Ingress Protection Degree| Protection from splashing water
V| Volt| Voltage
mm| Millimeter| Length or size
cm| Centimeter| Length or size
in.| Inch| Length or size
kg| Kilogram| Weight
lb| Pound| Weight
****| Direct Current| Type or a characteristic of current

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

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DANGER! Do not rely on the tool’s insulation against electric shock. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate the tool in the vicinity of any wires or cables which may carry electric current.
CAUTION! Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

• Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.

• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a distance away from work area.

• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

• Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.

• Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the appliance when you are tired.

• Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place with the battery pack removed – out of reach of children.

• Maintain Appliance with Care – Keep the appliance clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

• Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

• Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.

• Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
  BATTERY PACK| CHARGER
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  BA1400, BA1400-FC, BA2800, BA2800-FC, BA4200, BA4200-FC, BA1400T, BA1400T-FC,
  BA2242T, BA2242T-FC, BA2800T, BA2800T-FC, BA3360T, BA3360T-FC, BA4200T, BA4200T-FC,
  BA4480T, BA4480T-FC, BA5600T, BA5600T-FC, BA6720T, BA6720T-FC| CH2100, CH2100-FC, CH3200, CH3200-FC, CH5500, CH5500-FC,
  CH2800D, CH2800D-FC, CH7000, CH7000-FC

• This 56V power head PH1400/PH1400-FC may be used with only the following EGO attachments:
  ATTACHMENT TYPE| MODEL NUMBER
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  Extension Pole| EP7500/EP7500-FC/EP7501/EP7501-FC
  Edger| EA0800/EA0800-FC
  String Trimmer| STA1500/STA1500-FC
  Pole Saw| PSA1000/PSA1000-FC
  Hedge Trimmer| HTA2000/HTA2000-FC
  Cultivator| CTA9500/CTA9500-FC
  Bristle Brush| BBA2100/BBA2100-FC
  Rubber Broom| RBA2100/RBA2100-FC
  Snow Shovel| SSA1200/SSA1200-FC

• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

• Replacement Parts – When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement parts.
  Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.

• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing maintenance or service.

• Remove or disconnect the battery pack before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the appliance.

• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.

• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.

• Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical connections.

• If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.

• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

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ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES CAN BE FOUND IN THE APPLICABLE ATTACHMENT’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of the EGO 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Power Head. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.

SERIAL NUMBER ___DATE OF PURCHASE ____
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

SPECIFICATIONS

Recommended Accessory

PACKING LIST

DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR POWER HEAD (Fig.1)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

ADJUSTABLE FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE
Adjusts for ease of operation and to help prevent loss of control.
REAR HANDLE
Ergonomic handle with overmold improves comfort and grip.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
Helps to prevent accidental or unauthorized activation of the trigger. It must be
depressed before the trigger can be activated.
VARIABLE-SPEED TRIGGER
To turn the tool On and Off and control speed.
HIGH/LOW-SPEED SWITCH
Provides high and low speeds for different tasks as needed.
COUPLER
Aids in quick connection of the attachment shafts.
SHAFT-RELEASE BUTTON
For releasing the attachment shaft.
WING KNOB
Tightens the coupler and attachment shaft connection.
BATTERY-RELEASE BUTTON
Releases the battery pack from the tool.
LATCH
Locks the battery pack when installing it on the tool.
EJECTION MECHANISM
Aids in battery removal.
RUBBER PAD
Helps to protect the housing from impacts during use.

ASSEMBLY

**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 power head. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possibly serious personal injury.
WARNING:** Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.

UNPACKING

• This product requires assembly.
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

WARNING: Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.

• Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of purchase.

INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD

WARNING: Read and understand entire Operator’s Manual for each optional attachment used on this power head and follow all warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions could result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
WARNING: This 56V power head PH1400/PH1400-FC is designed to be used only with the EGO attachment models that are specified in this Operator’s Manual or subsequently introduced by EGO for use with this power head. Use of other, unauthorized attachments could cause serious personal injuries or property damage.
WARNING: Some accessories have specific requirements related to safety. Always pay special attention to such instructions in the manual that accompanies each accessory.
WARNING: Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while the power head is running or with the battery installed. Failure to stop the motor and remove the battery can cause serious personal injury. NEVER OPERATE THE POWER HEAD WITHOUT AN ATTACHMENT.

The attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device.

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.

2. Loosen the wing knob.

3. Remove the end cap from the attachment and place it in a safe place for later use. Align the arrow on the attachment shaft with the arrow on the coupler (Fig. 2a) and push the attachment shaft into the coupler until you hear a clear “click” sound. The coupler should be positioned all the way to the RED LINE labeled on the shaft that the attachment shaft is properly mounted into place (Fig. 2b).

4. Pull the shaft of the attachment to verify that it is securely locked into the coupler.
   If not, rotate the attachment shaft from side to side in the coupler until it snaps into place.

5. Tighten the wing knob securely.

**WARNING: Be certain that the wing knob is fully tightened before operating equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal injury.
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD**

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob.
3. Press the shaft-release button and, with the button depressed, pull or twist the attachment shaft out of the coupler.

MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE

WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack, if installed.

2. Loosen the four screws in the frontassist handle with the supplied hex wrench and remove the screws and lower clamp from the front-assist handle (Fig. 3a).

3. Attach the front-assist handle and lower clamp on the power-head shaft and secure them by pretightening the four screws.
   Turn the front-assist handle upwards so that it points toward the top of the rear handle (Fig. 3b).

4. Adjust the front-assist handle position between the rear handle housing and the coupler on the power-head shaft (Fig. 3b).

5. Tighten the four screws so that the handle cannot be rotated on the shaft.

WARNING: Never operate the tool without the front-assist handle firmly in place.
NOTE: Optional quick-adjust front-assist handle (Model number AQH1500) can be used instead of the front-assist handle included in the kit. Follow the instructions below to install the AQH1500 quick-adjust front-assist handle:

1. Loosen and remove the quick-release lever and wing nut from the front-assist handle (Fig. 4a).

2. Push the front-assist handle onto the shaft within the mounting zone between the rear handle housing and the coupler on the power-head shaft. (Fig. 4b).

3. Insert the clamping block into the handle slot (Fig. 4c).

4. Mount the quick-release lever and pre-tighten the wing nut. Make sure that the front-assist handle is positioned upwards and points toward the top of the rear handle (Fig. 4d).

5. Pull the quick-release lever up to move/rotate the front-assist handle to a comfortable operating position (Fig. 4e).
   NOTICE: The front-assist handle should be positioned on the shaft only within the mounting zone (Fig. 4e).

6. Engage the quick-release lever to secure the front-assist handle in place.
   WARNING: Never use the trimmer without the front handle securely attached.

OPERATION

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shield marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK
WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

NOTE: Fully charge the battery pack before first use.

To install battery pack (Fig. 5)

1. Align the ribs of the battery pack with the mounting slots in the power head’s battery port.
2. Press the battery pack towards the power head until it snaps into position.

NOTE: Make sure that the latch on the bottom of the battery pack snaps in place and the battery pack is secured to the power head before beginning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.

To remove battery pack (Fig. 6)
WARNING: Always be aware of the location of your feet and children or pets around you when pressing the batteryrelease button. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove the battery pack at a high location.

1. Hold the battery pack in the palm of your hand.
2. Press the battery-release button with your thumb; the battery pack will disengage from the latch.
3. Grasp the battery pack and remove it from the power head.

**WARNING:** To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock-off button and trigger when carrying or transporting the tool.

STARTING/STOPPING THE POWER HEAD (Fig.7)
WARNING: NEVER OPARATE THE POWER HEAD WITHOUT AN ATTACHMENT.
Do not attempt to start the power head without an attachment.

To start the power head

1. Press the lock-off button down and hold it in that position. Depress the trigger to turn on the power head. Release the lock-off button and continue to squeeze the trigger for continued operation.
2. The rotational speed of the tool is controlled with the variable-speed trigger.
   More pressure on the trigger results in higher speed; less pressure on the trigger results in lower speed. Adjust the speed to suit the task at hand.
   NOTICE: The motor runs only when the lock-off button and trigger are both pressed.

Speed-Adjustment Function (Fig. 7)
The power head has two speeds. Position“1” is for low speed while Position “2” is for high speed. Push or pull the high/low-speed switch to choose the suitable speed during operation.
To stop the power head
Release the trigger to stop the power head.
WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the power head during work breaks and after finishing work.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage.

NOTICE: Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

**WARNING:** Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.

CLEANING THE POWER HEAD

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Clean dirt and debris from the power head using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

NOTICE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene.

STORING THE POWER HEAD

1. Remove the battery pack from the power head before storing.
2. Clean all foreign material from the power head.
3. Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
4. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

TROUBLESHOOTING
See the applicable attachment’s operator’s manual.

EGO LIMITED WARRANTY

WARRANTY POLICY TERMS AND DURATION
Chervon North America, Inc. (“Chervon North America”) provides the following Limited Warranty for EGO products to the original purchaser of EGO products.
The detailed warranty period for each EGO product can be found online at http://egopowerplus.com/warranty-policy.
Please contact EGO Customer Service Toll-Free at 1-855-EGO-5656 any time you have questions or warranty claims or would like a hard copy of the warranty.

LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY
EGO products are warranted against defects in material or workmanship from the date of original retail purchase for the applicable warranty period. For any properly and timely submitted warranty claim, if Chervon North America determines a product to be defective during the warranty period, the product will receive free repair or replacement as determined by Chervon North America.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
For warranty service, within the applicable warranty period, please contact EGO customer service toll-free at 1-855-EGO-5656. When requesting warranty service, you must present the original dated sales receipt. An authorized service center will be selected to evaluate and repair the product if defective according to the stated warranty terms. When bringing your product to the authorized service center, there may be a small deposit that will be required when dropping off your tool. This deposit is refundable when the repair service is deemed to be covered under warranty.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS & EXCLUSIONS
This limited warranty applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized EGO retailer and is not transferable. EGO products shall not be considered defective, and this warranty will not apply, where the claimed defect is attributable to any cause other than the above-defined defects. This warranty shall be void if the product has been used for rental purposes. This warranty shall not apply to damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, alteration, modification, unauthorized repair, liquid contact, fire, earthquake or other external cause; operating the product outside EGO’s instructions, specifications or guidelines; or failure to properly service of maintain the product. This warranty also does not apply to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches or dents; defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to the normal aging of the product.
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, WHICH ARE DISCLAIMED. Any implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to the applicable warranty period defined at the beginning of this article. The sole and exclusive remedy in connection with the purchase, installation, use, and/or performance of the EGO products is repair or replacement of the product as determined by Chervon North America. Chervon North America’s maximum liability shall not in any case exceed the purchase price paid for the product. CHERVON NORTH AMERICA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE USER OR TO ANYONE ELSE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, INDIRECT, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM USE OF THE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOST PROFITS, OR OTHER ECONOMIC INJURY. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the limitations on time to bring certain actions, so such limitations contained herein do not apply to individual consumers in those states.

This warranty is subject to and shall be interpreted according to Michigan law without regard to principles of conflicts of laws. No legal action shall be brought against Chervon North America unless filed within one (1) year after the basis for such legal action becomes known, or with the exercise of reasonable diligence should have become known. Any action not timely filed shall be deemed waived.

For customer service contact us toll-free at: 1-855-EGO-5656 or EGOPOWERPLUS.COM.
EGO Customer Service
769 Seward Ave. NW, Suite 102
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504.

56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION POWER HEAD
PH1400/PH1400-FC

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