WORX NITRO WG286 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer User Manual

June 16, 2024
WORX NITRO

WORX NITRO WG286 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer User Manual

40V Cordless Hedge trimmer



PRODUCT   SAFETY

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and otherconstruction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

  • Lead from lead-based paints;
  • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products;
  • Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce

  1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite
  2. 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
  3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power Distractions can cause you to lose control.
  • Electrical safety
1.  **Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power** Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
2.  **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
3.  **Do not expose power tools to rain or wet** Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
4.  **Do not abuse the 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.  7 your exposure to these chemical: work in a well e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an       _
_ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and Di(2- ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP) which areknown to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

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

  • Work area safety

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

  1. f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device

(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

  • Personal safety
1.  **Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power 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.
2.  **Use personal protective 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.
3.  **Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to 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
4.  **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.

  1. Do not Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
  2. Dress Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
  3. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
  4. 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
  • Power tool use and care
1.  **Do not force the power 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.
2.  **Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and** Any power tool that cannotbe 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.

  1. 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.

  1. Maintain power tools and 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.
  2. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
  3. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits , 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.
  4. 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
1.  **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
2.  **Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.** Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and
3.  **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.

  1. 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 irritation or
  2. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of
  3. 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
  4. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
  • Service
1.  **Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement** This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
2.  **Never service damaged battery** Service of battery packs should only be performedby the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

  1. Keep all parts of the body away from the

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 personalinjury.

  1. 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
  2. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always fit the blade Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.
  3. When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit, make sure all power switches

are off and the battery back is removed or disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.

  1. 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
  2. Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting Power cords or cables may

be hidden in hedges or bushes and can be

or be short-circuited by other metal objects. 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 fire.

  1. Do not subject battery pack to mechanical
  2. In the event of battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical
  3. Do not use any battery pack which is not designed for use with the equipment.
  4. Keep battery pack out of the reach of
  5. Always purchase the battery pack recommended by the device manufacturer for the
  6. Keep battery pack clean and
  7. Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
  8. Battery pack needs to be charged before Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions.
  9. Do not leave battery pack on prolonged charge

accidentally cut by the blade. when not in use.

  1. Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather m) After extended periods of storage, it may conditions, especially when there is a risk  be necessary to charge and discharge the

of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.

  1. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects, g. wire fences and hidden wiring.
  2. Hold the hedge trimmer properly, g. with both hands if two handles are provided.
  3. The hedge trimmer is intended to be used by the operator at ground level and not on ladders or any other unstable
  4. Before operating the hedge trimmer, the user should make sure the locking device(s) of any moving elements (e.g. the extended shaft and pivoting element), if any, are in the locked
  5. Have any adjustable stopping mechanism maintained at regular intervals.

SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK

  1. Do not dismantle, open or shred battery

  2. Do not expose battery pack to heat o Avoid storage in direct sunlight.

  3. Do not short-circuit a battery Do not store battery packs haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.

  4. Recharge only with the charger specified by Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment.

  5. Retain the original product literature for future

  6. Use only the battery pack in the application for which it was

  7. Remove the battery pack from the equipment when not in use.

  8. Dispose of

  9. Do not mix cells of different manufacture, capacity, size or type within a device.

  10. Keep the battery away from microwaves and high

SYMBOLS

To reduce the risk of injury, use must read instruction manual

**** POSITEC Inc. has established a partnership with the RBRC
Corporation to recycle any Positec batteries with the RBRC-call2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash. After the batteries’ life cycleis ended, then please call 1-800- 822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery.

COMPONENT LIST

1. ROTATING REAR HANDLE
2. POWER INDICATOR LIGHT
3. **BATTERY PACK***
4. FRONT HANDLE
5. OPERATOR PRESENCE SWITCH(ALL AROUND SWITCH FUNCTION)
6. SAFETY GUARD
7. BLADE
8. BLADE SHEATH
9. LOCKING SWITCH FOR ROTATING
10. THROTTLE TRIGGER
11. *BATTERY PACK RELEASE BUTTON (SEE FIG. E)**

TECHNICAL DATA

  WG286 WG286.X **
Voltage 40V       MAX(2x20V MAX)***
No-load speed 3400/min
Blade length 24”(61 cm)
Cutting length 23”(58 cm)
Cutting diameter 1” (27 mm)
Machine Weight (Bare Tool) 5.9 Ibs (2.7 kg)

** X may be followed by one or two characters. All models are the same except model number and trademark. The suffix in models may be number from “1” to “999” or English letter “A” to “Z” or “M1” to” M9” which means different package or the various of accessories packed in the package.  Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.

SUGGESTED BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

Category Type Capacity

20V Battery

| WA3575| 2.0 Ah
WA3669| 2.0 Ah


20V Charger

| WA3770| 2.0 A
WA3884| 4.0 A

We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that sold you the tool. Choose the type according to the work you intend to undertake. Refer to the accessory packaging for further details. Store personnel can assist you and offer advice

4. INTENDED USE

The machine is intended for cutting and trimming hedges and bushes in domestic use.

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Before using the tool, read the instruction book carefully.
Warning! Do not use the product without attaching the guard and front handle.

ASSEMBLY &  OPERATION

ACTION FIGURE
BEFORE USING YOUR CORDLESS HEDGETRIMMER
Assembling the safety guard See Fig. A

Assembling the front handle NOTE : The handle is designed to prevent being assembled in wrong direction . If you find it cannot be installed, please turn it around.|

See Fig. B1, B2

Charging the battery pack

NOTE :

•    The batteries are shipped uncharged. Each battery must be fully charged before the first use.

•    Always fully charge the two batteries at same time. More details can be found in charger’s manual.

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See Fig. C

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Installing and Removing the battery pack

NOTE :

•    This machine will only run when 2 batteries are installed. It is recommended to use the same two batteries and charge the two batteries at the same time.

•   When you use two batteries with different power, the machine will only run to the lower common denominator.

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See Fig. D

OPERATION|
Only one green light (

) is illuminated.

| At least one battery is almost depleted and needs to be charged.
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No light is illuminated.

| At least one battery is not fully installed or battery may be defective.


Only one light is flashing

twice per cycle.

| At least one battery is over discharged (please refer to the battery charge condition), please recharge the two batteries at once before use again or storage.
Only one light is flashing

three times per cycle.

| At least one battery is hot, wait for them cool down before start again.
Only one light is flashing

four times per cycle.

| The machine is over load. Remove tool from cutting area and try again.

. MAINTENANCE

Remove the battery from Hedge trimmer before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or

There are no user serviceable parts in your power travail. Pour réduire votre exposition à ces tool.
Never use water or chemical cleaners to cleanproduits chimiques:Travaillez dans une zone  your power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store your power tool in a dry place. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working controls free of dust.

FOR BATTERY TOOLS:

The ambient temperature range for tool and battery use and storage is 0 oC-45 oC (32 OF-113 OF).
The recommended ambient temperature range for the charging system during charging is 0 oC-40 oC (32 OF-113 OF).

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