Husqvarna 215iHD55 Hedge Trimmer Instruction Manual

: June 16, 2024
: Husqvarna

Table of Contents

215iHD55 Hedge Trimmer
Introduction
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
- Battery
- Battery charger
Transportation, storage and disposal
- Transportation and storage
- Disposal of the battery, battery charger and product
Technical data
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215iHD55 Hedge Trimmer

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Introduction

Product description

Husqvarna 215iHD55 is a battery hedge trimmer with an
electrical motor.
Work is constantly in progress to increase your safety
and efficiency during operation. Speak to your servicing
dealer for more information.

Product overview
(Fig. 1)
1. Operator’s manual
2. Rear handle
3. Front handle trigger
4. Front handle
5. Cutter
6. Transport guard
7. Power trigger
8. Control panel
9. Handguard
10. Battery
11. Battery charger 40-C80
12. Connector
13. Battery indicator button
14. Battery status
15. Warning indicator
16. Boost button
17. Start/stop button
18. Power on and warning indicator
19. Battery release buttons
20. Battery charger QC80
21. Power cord
22. Sweeper

Symbols on the product

(Fig. 2) WARNING: This product can be
dangerous and cause serious injury or
death to the operator or others. Be careful
and use the product correctly.
(Fig. 3) Read the operator’s manual carefully
and make sure that you understand the
instructions before you use the product.

Intended use

Use the product to cut branches and twigs. Do not use
the product for other tasks.

(Fig. 4) Wear eye protection.
(Fig. 5) The product agrees with the applicable
EC directives.
(Fig. 6) This product conforms to the applicable
UK regulations.
(Fig. 7) The product or package of the product
is not domestic waste. Recycle it at
a recycling station for electrical and
electronic equipment.
(Fig. 8) Do not expose to rain.
(Fig. 9) Direct current.
(Fig. 10) Noise emission to the environment
label as per EU and UK directives
and regulations, and New South Wales
legislation “Protection of the Environment
Operations (Noise Control) Regulation
2017”. The guaranteed sound power level
of the product is specified in Technical
data on page 17 and on the label.
(Fig. 11) Warning: Keep hands away from the
blade.
yyyywwxxxxx The rating plate shows the serial number.
yyyy is the production year, ww is
the production week.
Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
special certification requirements for certain markets.

Symbols on the battery and/or on the
battery charger
(Fig. 12) Fail-safe transformer.
(Fig. 13) Use and keep the battery charger indoors
only.
(Fig. 14) Double insulation.

(Fig. 15)
Recycle this product at a recycling
station for electrical and
electronic equipment. (Applies
to Europe only)

Safety

Safety definitions

Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.

WARNING: Used if there is a risk of
injury or death for the operator or bystanders
if the instructions in the manual are not
obeyed.

CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of
damage to the product, other materials or
the adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.

Note: Used to give more information that is necessary
in a given situation.

General power tool safety warnings

WARNING: Read all safety warnings
and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Note: Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery operated
(cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.

Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce
risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual circuit interrupter (RCD)
protected supply. Use of a RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock

WARNING: Do not pressure wash the
machine, as water can enter the electrical
system or the motor and cause damage to
the machine or short circuit.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is
in the OFF-position before connecting to a power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached
to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
The vibration emission during actual use of the
power tool can differ from the declared total value
depending on the ways in which the tool is used.
Operators should identify safety measures to protect
themselves that are based on an estimation of
exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as
the times when the tool is switched off and when it is
running idle in addition to the trigger).

Power tool use and care

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the
power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool´s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Battery tool use and care

Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
Use products only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from
the battery may cause irritations or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or
risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130 °C / 265 °F may cause
explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specified in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specified
range may damage the battery and increase the risk
of fire.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of
battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.

Hedge trimmer safety warnings – Personal safety

Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.
Using one hand could cause loss of control and
result in serious personal injury.
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
injury 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 cutting
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.
DANGER -Keep hands away from blade. Contact
with blade will result in serious personal injury.

General safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.

Remove the battery to prevent the product from
being started by accident.
This product is a dangerous tool if you are not
careful or if you use the product incorrectly. This
product can cause serious injury or death to the
operator or others.
Do not use the product if it is changed from its initial
specification. Do not change a part of the product
without approval from the manufacturer. Only use
parts that are approved by the manufacturer.
Injury or death is a possible result of incorrect
maintenance.
Do a check of the product before use. See To
do before you start the product on page 13. Do
not use a defective product. Do the safety checks,
maintenance and service instructions described in
this manual.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the product. Never allow children or
other persons not trained in the use of the product
and/or the battery to use or service it. Local laws
may regulate the age of the user.
Keep the product in a locked area to prevent access
for children or persons that are not approved.
Store the product out of reach of children.
Under no circumstances may the design of the
product be modified without the permission of the
manufacturer. Always use original accessories. Nonauthorized
modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator and others.

Note: National or Local laws can regulate the use.
Comply to given regulations.

Safety instructions for operation

**WARNING:** Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.

If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain
how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact
your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all
usage which you consider to be beyond your
capability.
Never use the product if you are fatigued, while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medication
or anything that could affect your vision, alertness,
coordination or judgment.
Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings
added risk. Due to the added risk, it is not
recommended to use the machine in very bad
weather, for instance in dense fog, heavy rain,
strong winds, intense cold, risk of lightning, etc.
Faulty blades can increase the risk of accidents.
Do not allow children to use or be in the vicinity
of the product. Since the product is easy to start,
children may be able to start it if they are not kept
under full surveillance. This can mean a risk of
serious personal injury. Disconnect the battery when
the product is not under close supervision.
Ensure that no people or animals come closer than
15 metres while you work. When several operators
are working in the same area the safety distance
should be at least 15 metres. Otherwise there is
a risk of serious personal injury. Stop the product
immediately if anyone approaches. Never swing the
product around without first checking behind you to
make sure that no one is within the safety zone.
Ensure that people, animals or other things can
not affect your control of the product or that they
do not come in contact with the cutting attachment
or loose objects that are thrown out by the cutting
attachment. However, do not use the product unless
you are able to call for help in the event of an
accident.
Always inspect the working area. Remove all loose
objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, steel
wire, string, etc., that could be thrown out or become
wrapped around the cutting attachment.
Make sure that you can move and stand safely.
Check the area around you for possible obstacles
(roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etcetera) in case
you have to move suddenly. Take great care when
you work on sloping ground.
Keep a good balance and a firm foothold at all times.
Do not overreach.
Deactivate the product before you move to another
area. Attach the transport guard when the product is
not in use.
Never put the product down unless you have
deactivated it and removed the battery. Do not leave
the product unsupervised when it is switched on.
Make sure that no clothes or parts of the body
come in contact with the cutting attachment when
the product is activated.
If anything jams in the blades while you operate
the product, stop and deactivate the product. Make
sure that the cutting attachment stops completely.
Remove the battery before you clean, inspect or
repair the product and/or the blades.
Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
attachment until it has stopped completely when the
product is deactivated.
Watch out for stumps of branches that can be thrown
out when you cut. Do not cut to close to the ground
where stones and other objects can be thrown out.
Watch out for thrown objects. Always wear
approved eye protection. Never lean over the cutting
attachment guard. Stones, rubbish, etcetera, can be
thrown up into the eyes which can cause blindness
or serious injury.
Listen out for warning signals or shouts when
you wear hearing protection. Always remove your
hearing protection as soon as the product stops.
Never work from a ladder, stool or any other raised
position that is not fully secured.
Use both hands when you hold the product. Hold the
product at the side of your body.
(Fig. 16)

Personal protective equipment

WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.

Use approved personal protective equipment when
you use the product. Personal protective equipment
cannot fully prevent injury but it can decrease the
degree of injury. Speak to your dealer for more
information.
Use a protective helmet where there is a risk of
falling objects.
(Fig. 17)
Use approved hearing protection. Long-term
exposure to noise can result in permanent damage
to the hearing.
(Fig. 18)
Use approved eye protection. If you use a visor,
you must also use approved protective goggles.
Approved protective goggles must comply with the
ANSI Z87.1 standard in the USA or EN 166 in EU
countries.
(Fig. 19)
Use protective gloves during operation and
maintenance.
(Fig. 20)
Use protective boots or shoes with non-slip soles.
(Fig. 21)
Use clothing made of a strong fabric. Your clothing
must be close-fitting but not limit your movements.
Use long pants and put your hair behind your
shoulders. Do not use jewelry and open shoes.
Keep first aid equipment near.
(Fig. 22)

Safety devices on the product

WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.

In this section the product’s safety features, its purpose
and how checks and maintenance should be carried
out to ensure that it operates correctly. See instructions
under the heading Product overview on page 6 to find
where these parts are located on your product.

The life span of the product can be reduced and the risk
of accidents can increase if product maintenance is not
carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs are not
carried out professionally. If you need further information
please contact your nearest servicing dealer.

WARNING: Never use a product with
damaged safety components. The product’s
safety equipment must be inspected and
maintained as described in this section.
If your product fails any of these checks,
contact your service agent to get it repaired.

CAUTION: All servicing and repair work
on the machine requires special training.
This is especially true of the machine′s
safety equipment. If your machine fails
any of the checks described below you
must contact your service agent. When
you buy any of our products we guarantee
the availability of professional repairs and
service. If the retailer who sells your
machine is not a servicing dealer, ask him
for the address of your nearest service
agent.

To do a check of the keypad

Press and hold the start/stop button (A). (Fig. 23)
a) The product is on when the LED (B) is on.
b) The product is off when the LED (B) is off.
Refer to Keypad on page 15 if the warning indicator
(C) comes on or flashes.

To do a check of the front handle trigger

The front handle trigger prevents accidental start. When
you push the front handle trigger, it releases the power
trigger. When you release the handle, the power trigger
and the front handle trigger move back to their initial
positions.

1. Make sure that the power trigger and the front
handle trigger moves freely and that the return
spring works correctly.
2. Start the product.
3. Push the front handle trigger. (Fig. 24)
4. Push the power trigger. (Fig. 25)
5. Release the front handle trigger and make sure that
the cutting attachment stops fully.

To do a check of the hand guard

The hand guard prevents hands from accidental contact
with the blades.

1. Stop the product.
2. Remove the battery.
3. Check that the hand guard is attached correctly.
4. Examine the hand guard for damages.

To do a check of the blades and blade guards
The longer parts of the blades (A) operate as blade
guards.

1. Stop the product.
2. Remove the battery.
3. Put on gloves.
4. Make sure that the blades and blade guards are
not damaged or bent. Replace the blades and blade
guards if they are damaged or bent. (Fig. 26)

Battery safety

WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.

Only use the BLi and 40-B battery. Refer to
Technical data on page 17. The battery is software
encrypted.
Use the BLi and 40-B battery that is rechargable as
a power supply for the related Husqvarna products
only. To prevent injury, do not use the battery as a
power supply for other devices.
Risk of electrical shock. Do not connect the battery
terminals to keys, coins, screws or other metal. This
can cause a short circuit of the battery.
Do not use non-rechargeable batteries.
Do not put objects into the air slots of the battery.
Keep the battery away from sunlight, heat or open
flame. The battery can cause burns and/or chemical
burns.
Keep the battery away from rain and wet conditions.
Keep the battery away from microwaves and high
pressure.
Do not try to disassemble or break the battery.
If the battery leaks, do not let the liquid touch your
body or eyes. If you have touched the liquid, clean
the area with a large quantity of water and soap, and
get medical aid. If you get liquid in your eyes, do not
rub but flush with water for a minimum of 15 minutes
and get medical aid.
Use the battery in temperatures between -10 °C (14
°F) and 40 °C (114 °F).
Do not clean the battery or the battery charger with
water. Refer to To clean the product, the battery and
the battery charger on page 15.
Do not use a damaged battery.
Keep batteries in storage away from metal objects
such as nails, screws or jewelry.
Keep the battery away from children.

Battery charger safety

WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.

Risk of electrical shock or short circuit if the safety
instructions are not obeyed.
Do not use other battery chargers than the one
supplied for your product. Only use QC80 and
40-C80 chargers when you charge BLi and 40-B
replacement batteries.
Do not try to disassemble the battery charger.
Do not use a defective or damaged battery charger.
Do not lift the battery charger by the power cord. To
disconnect the battery charger from a mains socket,
pull out the plug. Do not pull the power cord.
Keep all cables and extension leads away from
water, oil and sharp edges. Make sure that the cable
is not caught between objects, for example, doors,
fences or equivalent.
Do not use the battery charger near flammable
materials or materials that can cause corrosion.
Make sure that the battery charger is not covered.
Pull out the plug to the battery charger if there is
smoke or fire.
Only charge the battery indoors in a location with
good airflow and away from sunlight. Do not charge
the battery outdoors. Do not charge the battery in
wet conditions.
Only use the battery charger where the temperature
is between 5 °C (41 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F). Use the
charger in an environment which has a good airflow,
dry and free from dust.
Do not put objects into the cooling slots of the
battery charger.
Do not connect the battery charger terminals to
metal objects as this can short circuit the battery
charger.
Use approved mains sockets that are not damaged.
Make sure that the cord of the battery charger is not
damaged. If extension cables are used, make sure
that the extension cables are not damaged.
Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries in the
battery chargers.

Safety instructions for maintenance

WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you do
maintenance on the product.

Remove the battery before you do maintenance,
other checks or assemble the product.
The operator must only do the maintenance and
servicing shown in this operator’s manual. Turn to
your servicing dealer for maintenance and servicing
of a larger extension.
Do not clean the battery or the battery charger with
water. Strong detergent can cause damage to the
plastic.
If you do not do maintenance, it decreases the
life cycle of the product and increases the risk of
accidents.
Special training is necessary for all servicing and
repair work, especially for the safety devices on the
product. If not all checks in this operator’s manual
are approved after you have done maintenance, turn
to your servicing dealer. We guarantee that there are
professional repairs and servicing available for your
product.
Only use original spare parts.

Assembly

Introduction

This section describes how to assemble and adjust the
product.

WARNING: Before you assemble the
product, read the safety chapter and the
assembly instructions.

To connect the battery to the product

WARNING: Only use Husqvarna
original batteries in the product.

1. Fully charge the battery.
2. Push the battery into the battery holder of the
product. The battery locks into position when you
hear a click. (Fig. 27)

CAUTION: If the battery does not
move easily into the battery holder, the
battery is not installed correctly. This can
cause damage to the product.

To install the battery charger (40-C80)

on the wall

****CAUTION: Do not use an electric
screwdriver to install the battery charger to
the wall. An electric screwdriver can cause
damage to the battery charger.

Install the battery charger on the wall with the 2
screws (B). Use wall plugs (A) if it is necessary. (Fig.28)
Install the 2 screw hole plugs (C).
Connect the power cord to the battery charger and a mains socket.

Operation

Introduction

WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you use the product.

Keep the battery and the battery charger in the correct
ambient temperatures.

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Ambient temperature

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Operation of the battery

|

5 °C-40 °C / 41 °F-104 °F

Charging of the battery

|

5 °C-40 °C / 41 °F-104 °F

Battery

WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you use the battery.
Read and understand the operator’s manual
for the battery and the battery charger.

Battery status
The display shows the state of charge and if there are
problems with the battery.
(Fig. 29)

LED indicator

|

Battery status (state of charge)

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BLi10

|

40-B70

4 LED lights are on

|

N/A

|

The battery is 76% – 100% charg ed.

3 LED lights are on

|

The battery is 76% – 100% charged.

|

The battery is 51% – 75% charged.

2 LED lights are on

|

The battery is 51% – 75% charged.

|

The battery is 26% – 50% charged.

1 LED light is on

|

The battery is 26% – 50% charged.

|

The battery is 6% – 25% charged.

1 LED light flashes

|

The battery is 0% – 25% charged.

|

The battery is 0% – 5% charged.

To charge the battery

CAUTION: Connect the battery charger to a power outlet with the voltage and
frequency that is specified on the rating plate.

Connect the power cord to the battery charger.
Connect the battery charger to a grounded power
outlet. The charging LED flashes one time. (Fig. 30)
(Fig. 31)
Connect the battery to the battery charger. The
charging LED comes on. Charge the battery for
maximum 24 hours. (Fig. 32) (Fig. 33)
Push the battery indictor button. The battery is fully
charged when all the LED indicators come on.
Pull the power plug to disconnect the battery charger
from the power outlet. Do not pull the power cord.
Remove the battery from the battery charger.

To do before you start the product

Examine the work area. Remove objects that can be
thrown out.
Examine the cutting attachment. Make sure that the
blades are sharp, and have no cracks and damages.
Make sure that the product works correctly. Examine
that all nuts and screws are tight.
Make sure that the handle and safety devices are
not damaged and are attached correctly. Do not
operate a product with missing parts or is changed
from its initial specification. Use protective gloves
when it is necessary.
Make sure that the covers are not damaged and are
attached correctly, before you operate the product.

To start the product

1. Push the start/stop button until the green LED comes on. (Fig. 34)
2. Push the front handle trigger on the front handle. (Fig. 35)
3. Push the power trigger. (Fig. 25)

To operate the product

1. Start near the ground and move the product up
along the hedge when you cut the sides. Make sure
that the body of the product does not touch the
hedge. (Fig. 36)

WARNING: Make sure that the
front of the cutting equipment does not
touch the ground.

2. Hold the product near your body for a stable work
position.
3. Be careful and operate the product slowly.
To use the SavE function
This product has a power saving function, SavE.

Note: The SavE function does not decrease the
cutting power of the product.

1. Push the SavE button on the keypad.
2. Make sure that the green LED comes on.
3. Push the SavE button again to disconnect the
function. The green LED goes off. (Fig. 37)

Automatic shutdown function

The product has a shutdown function that stops the
product if the product is not used. The green LED for
start/stop indication goes off and the product stops after
180 seconds.

To stop the product

1. Release the power trigger and the front handle trigger.
2. Push the start/stop button until the green LED goes off.
3. Push the release buttons on the battery and remove
the battery. (Fig. 38)

Maintenance

Introduction

WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you do maintenance
work on the product.

WARNING: Remove the battery before
you do maintenance on the product.

Maintenance schedule

The following is a list of the maintenance steps that you
must do on the product.

Maintenance

|

Before

use

|

Weekly

|

Monthly

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Clean the external parts of the product.

|

X

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Examine that the ON/OFF button works correctly and is not damaged.

|

X

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Make sure that the power trigger and the front handle trigger operates correctly from a safety point of view.

|

X

|

Make sure that all controls work and are not damaged.

|

X

|

Make sure that the cutter blade and cutter guard have no cracks and that they are not damaged. Replace the cutter blade or the cutter guard if they have cracks or if they have been exposed to impact.

|

X

|

Replace the cutter blade if it is bent or damaged.

|

X

|

Make sure that the hand guard is not damaged. Replace the guard if it is dam aged.

|

X

|

Make sure that the screws and nuts are tight.

|

X

|

Make sure that the battery is not damaged.

|

X

|

Make sure that the battery is charged.

|

X

|

Make sure that the battery charger is not damaged.

|

X

|

Make sure that the screws that hold the cutter blades together are correctly tightened.

|

X

|

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Maintenance

|

Before

use

|

Weekly

|

Monthly

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Do a check of the connections between the battery and the product. Do a check of the connection between the battery and the battery charger.

|

X

Examine that the sweeper is not damaged.

|

X

|

To examine the battery and the battery charger

Examine the battery for damages, for example
cracks.
Examine the battery charger for damages, for
example cracks.
Make sure that the connection cord of the battery
charger is not damaged and that there are no cracks
in it.

To clean the product, the battery and

the battery charger

1. Clean the product with a dry cloth after use.
2. Clean the battery and battery charger with a dry
cloth. Keep the battery guide tracks clean.
3. Make sure that the terminals on the battery and the
battery charger are clean before the battery is put in
the battery charger or the product.

To examine the blade

1. Clean the blade from unwanted materials with an
anti corrosion cleaning agent before and after you
use the product.
2. Examine the edges of the blade for damages and
deformation.

3. Use a file to remove burrs on the blade.
4. Make sure that the blades move freely.

To clean and lubricate the blades

1. Clean the blades from unwanted materials before
and after you use the product.
2. Lubricate the blades before long periods of storage.

3. Use a file to remove burrs on the blade.
4. Make sure that the blades move freely.
To clean and lubricate the blades
1. Clean the blades from unwanted materials before
and after you use the product.
2. Lubricate the blades before long periods of storage.

Note: Speak to your servicing dealer for more
information about recommended cleaning agents and
lubricants.

To lubricate the gear

Apply grease to the gear housing if the gear has been
disassembled by an approved servicing dealer.

Use Husqvarna special grease. Speak to your
servicing dealer for more information about
recommended grease.
Only use a small quantity of a special high quality
grease.

CAUTION: Do not fill the gear
housing fully.

Troubleshooting

Keypad

LED screen

|

Possible faults

|

Possible solutions

---|---|---

The error LED flashes.

|

Overload

|

The cutting attachment cannot move freely. Release the cutting attach ment.

Temperature deviation

|

Let the product cool down.

The product does not start.

|

Push the power trigger and press the start button at the same time.

|

Release the power trigger and stop the product.

The error LED comes on with red light.

|

It is necessary to do servicing on the product

|

Speak to your service dealer.

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Battery

LED display

|

Possible faults

|

Possible action

---|---|---

The green LED flashes.

|

Low battery voltage.

|

Charge the battery.

The error LED flashes.

|

Temperature deviation.

|

Use the battery in temperatures between -10°C (14°F) and 40°C (104°F).

Too much voltage.

|

Make sure that the mains voltage aligns with the voltage stated on the rating plate of the product.

Remove the battery from the battery charger.

The error LED is on.

|

Cell difference is too much (1V).

|

Speak to your servicing dealer.

Battery charger

Problem

|

Possible faults

|

Possible solution

---|---|---

The charging LED is red.

|

Permanent battery charger error.

|

Speak to your dealer.

The charging LED flashes green.

|

Temperature deviation, the battery is too cold or too hot to use or charge.

|

Let the battery cool down or warm it up. When the battery has the correct temperature, it can be used or charg ed again. Use the battery charger in ambient temperatures between 5 °C (41 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F).

The charging LED flashes red.

|

Faulty battery.

|

Speak to your dealer.

Transportation, storage and disposal

Transportation and storage

• The supplied Li-ion batteries obey the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.

• Obey the special requirement on package and labels for commercial transportation, including by third parties and forwarding agents.

• Speak to a person with special training in dangerous material before you send the product. Obey all applicable national regulations.

• Use tape on open contacts when you put the battery in a package. Put the battery in the package tightly to prevent movement.

• Remove the battery for storage or transportation. • Put the battery and the battery charger in a space that is dry and free from moisture and frost. • Do not keep the battery in an area where static electricity can occur. Do not keep the battery in a metal box.

• Put the battery in storage where the temperature is between 5°C/41°F and 25°C/77°F and away from open sunlight.

• Put the battery charger in storage where the temperature is between 5 °C/41 °F and 45°C/113°F and away from open sunlight.

• Use the battery charger only when the surrounding temperature is between 5°C/41°F and 40°C/104°F. • Charge the battery 30% to 50% before you put it in storage for long periods.

• Put the battery charger in storage in a space that is closed and dry.

• Keep the battery away from the battery charger during storage. Do not let children and other not approved persons to touch the equipment. Keep the equipment in a space that you can lock.

• Clean the product and do a full servicing before you put the product in storage for a long time.

• Use the transportation guard on the product to prevent injuries or damage on the product during transportation and storage.

• Attach the product safely during transportation.

Disposal of the battery, battery charger and product

Symbols on the product or the package of the product means that the product is not domestic waste. Recycle

it at a recycling station for electrical and electronic equipment. This helps to prevent damage to the environment and to persons.

Get in touch with your local authorities, domestic waste service or your dealer for more information about how to recycle your product.

Technical data

Technical data

|

215iHD55

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Motor

Motor type

|

BLDC

Weight

Weight without battery, kg

|

3.6

Cutter

Type

|

Double sided

Blade length, mm

|

550

Blade speed, cuts/min (with SavE mode)

|

2400

Blade speed, cuts/min (without SavE mode)

|

3000

Noise emissions 1

Sound power level, measured dB(A)

|

87

Sound power level, guaranteed LWA

|

90

Sound levels

Sound pressure level at the operator’s ear, measured according to EN 62841-4-2, dB(A)

|

79

Vibration levels 2

Vibration levels (ah), front/rear, m/s2

|

1.319 / 1.234

1 Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (LWA) in conformity with EC directive 2000/14/EC. The difference between guaranteed and measured sound power is that guaranteed sound power also includes dispersion in the measurement result and the variations between different products of the same model refer to Directive 2000/14/EC.

2 Reported date for vibration level has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 1.5 m/s2.

The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a standrad test method and may be used for comparing on tool with another.

The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assesment of exposure. 1980 – 002 – 15.11.2023 17

Approved batteries for the product

Battery

|

BLi10

|

40-B70

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Type

|

Lithium-ion

|

Lithium-ion

Battery capacity, Ah

|

Refer to battery rating dec al

|

Refer to battery rating dec al

|

Refer to battery rating dec al

Nominal voltage, V

|

36

|

36.5

|

36

Weight, lb/kg

|

0.7

|

0.7

|

0.8

Approved battery chargers for the product

Battery charger

|

QC80

|

40-C80

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Mains voltage, V

|

100-240

|

100-240

Frequency, Hz

|

50-60

|

50-60

Power, W

|

100

|

72

Output Voltage, V d.c./ Amps, A

|

36/2

|

43/1.6

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Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of conformity

We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel:

+46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that

the product:

Description

|

Battery hedge trimmer

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Brand

|

Husqvarna

Type / Model

|

215iHD55

Identification

|

Serial numbers dating from 2023 and onwards

complies fully with the following EU directives and

regulations:

Directive/ Regulation

|

Description

---|---

2006/42/EC

|

“relating to machinery”

2014/30/EU

|

”relating to electromagnetic compability”

2000/14/EC

|

“relating to the noise emissions in the environment”

2011/65/EU

|

“on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment ”

and that the following standards

and/or technical specifications are applied:

EN 62841-4-2:2019+A1:2022+A11:2022, EN

62841-1:2015+A11:2022, EN IEC 55014-1:2021, EN

IEC 55014-2:2021, EN IEC 63000:2018.

In accordance with directive 2000/14/EC, Annex V, refer

to Technical data on page 17 for the declared sound

values.

Huskvarna, 2023-10-30

Claes Losdal, R&D Manager, Husqvarna AB

Responsible for technical documentation

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UK Declaration of conformity

We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel:

+46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that

the product:

Description

|

Battery hedge trimmer

---|---

Brand

|

Husqvarna

Type / Model

|

215iHD55

Identification

|

Serial numbers dating from 2023 and onwards

complies fully with the following UK regulations:

Description

The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008

Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016

The Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001

The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012

and that the following standards and/or technical specifications are applied: EN 62841-4-2:2019, EN 62841-1:2015, EN IEC 55014-1:2021, EN IEC 55014-2:2021, EN IEC 63000:2018.

In accordance with S.I.2001/1701, schedule 8, refer to Technical data on page 17 for the declared sound values.

Huskvarna, 2023-10-30

Claes Losdal, R&D Manager, Husqvarna AB Responsible for technical documentation