SUN JOE HJ605CC-RM Cordless Telescoping Grass Trimmer User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
2-IN-1 CORDLESS TELESCOPING
GRASS SHEAR + HEDGE TRIMMER
7.2V LITHIUM-ION
Model HJ605CC-RM
Form No. SJ-HJ605CC-RM-880E-MR8-V3
A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC

HJ605CC-RM Cordless Telescoping Grass Trimmer

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IMPORTANT! Safety Instructions

All Operators Must Read These Instructions Before Use
Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury or death.

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

1. Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Don’t Use In Rain.
3. Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
4. 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.
5. Use Safety Glasses – Always use a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
6. Use Right Appliance – Do not use an appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
7. Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don’t carry a plugged-in appliance with a finger on the switch. Be sure the switch is off when plugging in.
8. Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the appliance. (For grass shears and similar appliances only.)
9. 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.
10. Don’t overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
11. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliances when you are tired.
12. Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up places – out of reach of children.
13. Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep the cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
14. 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.

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/ or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work Area Safety

1. Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite dust, liquid, or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. 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 tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the 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 grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. The 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 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.
2. Use personal equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a 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 a power source and/ or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. The use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

Power Tool Use and Care

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack 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.
4. 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.
5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. 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.

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 pack.
2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3. When the 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.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Service

1. 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.

Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. Blades coast after turn off.

• Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.

• DANGER – Keep hands away from blade. Contact with blade will result in serious personal injury.

• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury.

• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal
  parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• Do not overreach and to keep the balance at all times. Always be sure of the footing on slopes. Walk when operating the power tool, never run.

• Do not touch moving hazardous parts before the battery pack is removed and the moving hazardous parts have come to a complete stop.

• Always wear eye and ear protection. Wear a protective mask if necessary. Dress properly, do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that could become caught in moving parts of the unit. Safe, sturdy, nonskid footwear should always be worn. Long hair should be tied back.

• Remove the battery pack:
  1. whenever the machine is left by the user;
  2. before clearing a blockage;
  3. before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;
  4. after striking a foreign object to inspect the machine for damage;
  5. if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, immediately check.

• Do not use the machine in bad weather conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning.

• Inspect the area to be cut and remove any foreign objects that will influence your cutting. If foreign objects can not be removed, e.g. wire fences, please mark and emember to avoid touching them during cutting.

• Hold the hedge trimmer properly with both hands.

Additional Safety Warnings

1. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to the battery pack, picking up, or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliances that have the switch on invites accidents.

2. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
   risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
   NOTE: This warning is not applicable for batteries that cannot be disconnected from the appliance in normal use.

3. 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.

4. Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

5. When the 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.

6. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

7. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.

8. Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause an explosion. The temperature of 130°C can be replaced by the temperature of 265°F.

9. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

10. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

Battery Safety Warnings

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for your battery and charger.

1. Before using the charging, thoroughly read all instructions and cautionary markings on the charger, the telescoping pole, and the cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer.
   WARNING! If the grass shear + hedge trimmer housing is cracked or damaged, do not insert the charging adaptor into the power tool or plug the power tool into the mains outlet. There is a danger of electric shock or electrocution.

2. This charger is ONLY intended to charge this rechargeable battery. Any other use poses a risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution.

3. Do not place any object on top of the charger or place the charger on a soft surface that may result in excessive internal heat. Keep the charger away from any heat source.

4. To reduce the risk of damaging the electric plug and cord, pull the plug, not the cord when disconnecting the charger from the electric outlet.

5. Make sure the battery charging cable is located in a safe place so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

6. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Using an improper extension cord poses a risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution.

7. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow or has become damaged in any way. Contact the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563) before continuing use.

8. Do not disassemble the charger. If the charger requires service or repair, contact an authorized Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® dealer or call the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563). Incorrect reassembly poses a risk of electric shock, electrocution, or fire.

9. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before cleaning the unit.

10. Never attempt to connect two (2) chargers together.

11. DO NOT store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 104ºF (40ºC). Dangerous storing locations include outdoor sheds or metal buildings in the summer.

12. The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power (120V). Do not attempt to use it with any other voltage!
    NOTE: The integrated battery is not fully charged out of the carton. Read the safety instructions and then follow the charging notes and procedures.

13. The longest life and best performance can be obtained if the integrated battery is charged when the air temperature is between 64.4ºF – 75.2ºF (18ºC – 24ºC). Do not charge the battery pack when the air temperature falls below 50ºF (10ºC) or above 104ºF (40ºC). Following these safety measures will prevent damage to the battery pack.

14. Do not incinerate the integrated battery even if it is seriously damaged or completely worn out. The battery can explode in a fire.

15. Battery chemicals cause serious burns – Never let a damaged battery pack contact the skin, eyes, or mouth. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. If a damaged battery pack leaks battery chemicals, use rubber or neoprene gloves to safely dispose of it. If the skin is exposed to battery fluids, wash the affected area with soap and water and rinse with vinegar. If eyes are exposed to battery chemicals, immediately flush with water for 20 minutes and seek medical attention. Remove and dispose of contaminated clothing.

Safety Symbols

The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand and follow all instructions on this tool before attempting to assemble and operate it.

in the
user manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.| | SAFETY ALERT – Indicates a precaution, a warning or a danger.
| WARNING! Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions. Keep dry.| | The battery charger contains a safety transformer.
| Wear protective gloves and non-slip footwear when using the machine and handling debris.| | Wear protective, slip-resistant footwear during operation to protect feet.
| Only use a battery charger indoors.| | Risk of Injury. Use safety
glasses, hearing protection
and dust mask.
| Thrown objects and rotating blades can cause severe injury.| | Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the work area.
| DANGER! Keep hands away from blades.| | WARNING! The cutting attachment continues to move after the motor is switched OFF.

Know Your Cordless Grass Shear + Hedge Trimmer

1. Safety lock-off button
2. Pole handle
3. Power ON/OFF trigger switch
4. Upper pole
5. Telescopic lock
6. Lower pole
7 Connecting cord
8. Angle adjustment lock
9. Angle adjustment button
10. Wheel
11. Cutting head
12. Cutting headlock
13. Grass shear blade sheath| 14. Hedger trimmer blade sheath
15. Grass shear + hedge trimmer handle
16. Charge level indicator
17. Safety lock-off button
18. Power ON/OFF trigger switch
19. Motor housing
20. Blade cover
21. Grass shear blade
22. Hedge trimmer blade
23. Charger plug
24. Charger adaptor
25. Charging socket
26. Telescoping pole socket
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Technical Data

Motor ………………………………………………………………………. 30 W
Battery Voltage* ………………………………………………….. 7.2V D.C.
Battery Capacity ……………………………………………………… 1.5 Ah
Charger Input…………………………………… 100 – 125V ~ 50/60 Hz
Charger Output ……………………………………………….. 9V 0.4 A
Charge Time Max ………………………………………………….. 5 hours
Grass Shear Blade Cutting Length ………………….. 4 in. (10.2 cm)
Hedge Trimmer Blade Cutting Length ……………… 6 in. (15.2 cm)
Cutting Diameter ……………………………………………0.3 in. (8 mm)
Cutting Head Rotates …………………………………………………. 180°
No Load Speed ………………………………………..1,250 ± 10% rpm
Pole Length …………………………………………….. 47.2 in. – 51.2 in. (120 cm – 130 cm)
Net Weight …………………………………………………….. 4 lbs (1.8 kg)

• Initial no-load voltage, when fully charged, peaks at 8.4 volts; nominal voltage under typical load is 7.2 volts.

Unpacking

Carton Contents

• Cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer
• Telescoping pole assembly
• Hedge trimmer blade
• Hedge trimmer blade cover
• Grass shear blade
• Grass shear blade cover
• Charger
• Manual with registration card

1. Carefully remove the cordless grass shear + hedger trimmer and check to see that all of the above items are supplied.
2. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or missing parts, DO NOT return the unit to the store. Please call the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563).
   NOTE: Do not discard the shipping carton and packaging material until you are ready to use your new cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer. The packaging is made of recyclable materials. Properly dispose of these materials in accordance with local regulations.
   IMPORTANT! The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. These items can be swallowed and pose a suffocation risk!

Assembly
This cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer comes completely assembled with the grass shear blade pre-installed.
CAUTION! Wear protective gloves before handling the blades.
WARNING! Make sure the unit is powered off before handling the blades.
Fitting and Changing the Blades
The grass shear + hedge trimmer is equipped with two interchangeable blades that are designed for do-it-yourself grooming projects around your garden. The hedge trimmer blade is used to cut hedges and shrubs (Fig. 1) while the grass shear blade is used to cut grass and hedges where finer detail is required (Fig. 2).

1. To fit or change the blade, place the grass shear + hedge trimmer on a hard surface. Turn the unit upside down in one hand and use the other hand to gently lift the tab of
   the blade cover. Slide the tab back until the cover can be removed (Fig. 3).
   

2. Gently remove the blade by lifting the end tip of the blade off of the grass shear + hedge trimmer unit (Fig. 4).
   

3. Insert the desired blade into the base of the motor housing (Fig. 5).
   NOTE: You may need to manually move the blade or gear shaft in order to align the gear shaft with the gear in the center of the unit.

4. Align the gear shaft in the middle of the blade with the gear in the middle of the unit. Align four lugs so that the blade lays flat against the housing for a secure fit (Fig. 6).
   

5. Once the blade is in position, replace the blade cover by aligning the cover with the slots on the base of the motor housing and push forward on the blade cover until it slides and clicks into place (Fig. 7).
   NOTE: If you have any questions, please call the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service department at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563) for assistance.

Telescoping Pole Assembly (Optional)

1. Unlock the telescoping lock by flipping it up (open), and insert the lower pole into the upper pole. Make sure the groove in the end of the lower pole is facing the opposite
   direction of the telescoping lock. Keep the power cord inside of the pole tubes (Figs. 8 – 9).
   

2. When the pole reaches the desired length, latch the telescoping lock by pushing it back down (Fig. 10).
   

Attaching the Telescoping Pole (Optional)
WARNING! Make sure the power ON/OFF switches in both the unit and the telescoping pole are in the OFF position before attaching the telescoping pole.

1. Turn the telescoping pole upside down. Press the end of the cutting headlock; the front part of the lock will go up (Fig. 11).
   

2. While pressing the cutting headlock, align the grass shear + hedge trimmer with the pole head, and insert the grass shear + hedge trimmer into the opening of the pole head. Release the cutting headlock when the grass shear + hedge trimmer fits into place (Fig. 12).
   

3. Insert the connecting cord into the telescoping pole socket on the handle of the grass shear + hedge trimmer (Fig. 13).
   

4. To disconnect the grass shear + hedge trimmer from the telescoping pole, unplug the connecting cord from the telescoping pole socket, and remove the grass shear + hedge trimmer from the pole head while pressing the cutting headlock (Fig. 14).

Before Using

Charging Procedure
The battery charger supplied matches the lithium-iON battery installed in the tool. Do not use other battery chargers. The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharging. When the battery is empty, a protective circuit will automatically switch OFF the machine. The blade will no longer move and a slight whistling sound will be heard.
Charge the battery for 3 to 5 hours then use it until it runs down (i.e. the tools start to operate slowly). Recharge for 3 to 5 hours again before resuming operation.

WARNING! Continued and excessive overuse of the ON/OFF trigger switch can permanently damage the lithium-ion battery.
CAUTION! This charger does not automatically turn off when the battery is fully charged. Please take care not to leave the grass shear + hedge trimmer plugged into the charger. Switch off or unplug the charger at the mains when charging is complete.
NOTE: The charge level indicator LED light will illuminate red when the charger is plugged in and is charging the grass shear + hedge trimmer. The middle LED light will turn green when the grass shear + hedge trimmer is fully charged. The charging process starts as soon as the charger is plugged into both the proper electrical outlet and the tool.

• During the charging procedure, the handle of the tool will feel slightly warm to the touch. This is normal.
• When no further use is planned for an extended period of time, disconnect the battery charger from the outlet and the unit.
• Do not use the tool during the charging procedure.

Battery Charging
The length of service between each charge varies depending on the type of work you are doing. The battery in this grass shear + hedge trimmer has been designed to provide maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, it will eventually wear out. To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the following:

• Store and charge your grass shear + hedge trimmer in a cool area. Temperatures above or below normal room temperature will shorten battery life.
• Never store the grass shear + hedge trimmer with the battery in a discharged condition. Recharge the unit immediately after it is discharged.
• All batteries gradually lose their charge. The higher the temperature is, the faster they lose their charge. If you store your grass shear + hedge trimmer for long periods of time without using it, recharge the battery every 6 months. This will extend battery life.

NOTE: The grass shear + hedge trimmer has been shipped in a low-charge condition and should be fully charged before use.

1. Plug the charger adaptor into an appropriate AC power outlet. Connect the AC adaptor charger plug into the charging socket of the grass shear + hedge trimmer (Fig. 15).
   

2. LED no.1 will illuminate red when charging. LEDs 2 and 3 will not illuminate when charging (Fig. 16).
   

3. The battery will take approximately 3 hours to charge. Charging may take up to 5 hours due to the level of charge left in the battery and the ambient temperature.
   NOTE: A charge level indicator LED light will always be illuminated when the charger is plugged in and the mains power is turned on. The charge indicator indicates the charge status of the grass shear + hedge trimmer as shown below:

3- Not illuminated
Fully Charged| Green| 1- Not illuminated, 2- Green,
3- Not illuminated
Low Charge| Yellow| 1- Not illuminated,
2- Not illuminated, 3- Yellow

Operation

IMPORTANT! The product is intended for light-duty trimming of shrubs and lawn edges for residential properties.
NOTE: Charge the battery for 3 to 5 hours then use it until it runs down (i.e. the tool will only slowly operate and the yellow charger indicator will be illuminated). Recharge for 3 to 5 hours again before resuming operation.

WARNING! The blades continue to move for a few seconds after the tool is switched OFF. Turn OFF the tool and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before adjusting or cleaning.
CAUTION! Never touch the blade rail while the tool is in operation and be aware of the sharp edges even when the grass shear + hedge trimmer is not in use.
NOTE: Do not touch the rotating blades.

Pole Length Adjustment (Optional)

1. Loosen the telescopic lock by flipping it up (Fig. 17).
   

2. Pull the lower pole out or push it together to adjust to the desired length (Fig. 18).
   

3. Tighten the telescopic lock by latching it back down (Fig. 19).
   NOTE: The cam-lock nut may need to be loosened slightly in order to adjust the telescoping pole length (Fig. 20). Use pliers or a hex key wrenches, as needed.

Cutting Head Angle Adjustment (Optional)
The telescoping pole is equipped with an adjustable head which can be rotated to 5 different angles: -90°, -45°, 0°, 45°, 90° (Fig. 21). Follow the instructions to adjust the angle.

1. Pull the angle unlock button backward and hold it in position (Fig. 22).
   

2. Turn the cutting head slightly clockwise or counterclockwise (Fig. 23).
   

3. When the cutting head clips at the desired angle, release the angle lock button.
   WARNING! Always ensure the cutting head is in one of the five positions. Never adjust it into an intermediate position.
   WARNING! Always ensure the angle unlock button snaps back into place after adjusting the angle. Leaving the pole head unlocked during operation is dangerous (Fig. 24). The telescoping pole’s cutting head can also be set to 7 vertical angles: -90°, -67.5°, -45°, -22.5°, 0°, 22.5°, 45° (Fig. 25). Follow the instructions to adjust the angle.
   

4. Rotate the cutting head to the desired cutting angle while pressing the angle adjustment button (Fig. 26).
   

5. Release the button when the cutting head is fixed into the desired angle.

Starting + Stopping

1. To power ON, push and hold the safety lock-off button with your thumb while pressing the ON/OFF trigger switch with your forefinger. Once the trigger switch engages, you can release the safety lock-off button and proceed with the operation (Fig. 27).
   NOTE: The safety lock-off button reduces the risk of accidental starting.

2. To power OFF, simply release the ON/OFF trigger switch (Fig. 26).

3. If using the telescoping pole, push and hold the safety lock-off button on the handle with your thumb, while depressing the ON/OFF trigger switch on the handle with your forefinger. Once the trigger switch engages, you can release the safety lock-off button and proceed with the operation (Fig. 28).
   

4. To power OFF, simply release the ON/OFF trigger switch.

CAUTION! Do not force the blades through dense growth. If the blades slow down, then reduce your cutting pace. Should the blades jam, release the trigger immediately.
Do not use your fingers to free up jammed blades. Jammed blades can release suddenly causing serious injury.
CAUTION! Always ensure proper footing and balance in a clean and clear work environment before switching on the grass shear + hedge trimmer.
NOTE: The yellow charge indicator LED light will illuminate when the battery is running low and requires charging.

Trimming Tips
WARNING! Only use the hedge trimmer blade for this operation. Never use the telescoping pole with the hedge trimmer for trimming hedges.
NOTE: Try to keep the cutting device angled at approximately 15° to the cutting surface (Fig. 29).

1. Shaping – A hedge should be trimmed to achieve a trapezoidal form; it should widen toward the bottom on both sides. Shaping a hedge in this manner improves the penetration of light to the lower extremities. A general guideline is to slant the hedge approximately 4 in. (10 cm) for each 39 in. (1 m) of hedge height.
2. Cutting Sequence – First cut both sides; start at the bottom and work towards the top. This prevents cuttings from falling into an area that you have yet to trim.
3. Trimming the Top – Where the branches have grown extremely long, cut back the hedge in several stages. The shorter cuttings obtained are best suited for composting.
4. Pruning Thick Branches – When older hedges are to be cut a substantial amount, use pruning shears or some other device to trim thicker branches (greater than 0.3 in. [8 mm] in diameter) to the desired length before starting work with the hedge trimmer.
   To shape precisely, run a taught line between the extreme edges of the hedge and then trim along the length of the line.
   Ensure that the blade does not come into contact with any object made of hard material that could damage it, such as fencing wire or metallic plant supports.

Shearing Tips
WARNING! Only use the grass shear blade for this operation.
NOTE: Use the telescoping pole for shearing grass at a lower position if necessary. Adjust the pole length and pole head angle according to the intended use before operation.

1. Avoid shearing grass in a stooped or bent-over position for lengthy periods of time. If prolonged stooping or bending is unavoidable, then regularly interrupt by standing upright and successively bending backward several times.

2. Pay attention when performing work close to trees and bushes. The cutting device can damage sensitive bark and damage fence posts.

3. Do not move the product too fast as this will result in ineffective cutting and possible damage.

4. Walk, never run, when using the product with the telescoping pole.

5. Cut repeatedly from up and down in layers when the grass is very high (Fig. 30).
   

6. Keep the cutting device at an angle of about 10° to the ground when shearing. Avoid touching the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the product.

7. Let the cutting device do the work. Let it work at its own pace, never press it into the area to be cut.

8. Carefully maneuver the product around objects, such as trees and bushes, ensuring it does not come into contact with them. Avoid the cutting device from coming in contact with sensitive plants.

9. Our Environment – At Snow Joe® + Sun Joe®, we care about the environment and consider what we may do to protect it. If you share this concern, you may already be aware of the suggestions below; if not, please consider them as a small step in protecting our future.
   Don’t throw your clippings in a trash bag; where possible, dispose of your garden waste in a landfill. Alternatively, many communities provide a collection point where you
   can dispose of your garden waste in an environmentally-friendly manner.

Maintenance

WARNING! Always switch the product off and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance, and cleaning work.

1. Keep the ventilation vents of the tool clean at all times. If possible, prevent foreign matter from entering the vents.

2. If the enclosure of the trimmer requires cleaning, do not use solvents to clean it. Only use a moistened soft cloth. Never let any liquid get inside the tool, and never immerse
   any part of the tool into a liquid.

3. The blade rail should be cleaned and treated with light machine oil or spray lubricant (such as WD40, CRC 5.56 or RP7) after each use. When a job lasts for a long period of time, it is recommended that the blade rail also be treated with spray lubricant at regular intervals during operation.

4. Inspect the product before each use for worn and damaged parts. Do not operate it if you find broken and worn parts.

Blade Maintenance
To ensure years of efficient and trouble-free operation, blade cleaning should be performed if sap and debris have built up, or if you live in an area where the soil is sandy. Cleaning unusually heavy deposits may require the removal of the blades.
NOTE: Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® will not be held responsible for any damage or injuries caused by the repair of the trimmer by an unauthorized person or by mishandling of the trimmer.

1. Keep the cutting blades clean and free of debris. Remove trimmings.

2. Apply a small amount of suitable lubricant on the blades to retain a good cutting performance (Fig. 31).
   

3. Keep the blades sharp. Have a worn or damaged cutting device replaced with a new one of the same type by a qualified specialist. Spare parts may be ordered online at sunjoe.com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563).

Storage
When the tool will not be used for several months, it is ideal to leave the battery connected to the charger. For optimal storage, proceed as follows:

• Fully charge the battery.
• Clean the product as described above.
• Assemble the blade covers over the blades (Fig. 32).

• Store the tool in a secure and dry location. The storage temperature must always remain in the range of 41°F (5°C) to 104°F (40°C).
• Before using the tool after prolonged storage, fully recharge the battery.

Battery Caution + Disposal
Always dispose of your battery pack according to federal, state, and local regulations. Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling locations.

CAUTION! Even discharged battery packs contain some energy. Before disposing of, use electrical tape to cover the terminals to prevent the battery pack from shorting, which could cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury or explosion, never burn or incinerate a battery pack even if it is damaged, dead, or completely discharged. When burned, toxic fumes and materials are emitted into the surrounding atmosphere.

1. Batteries vary according to the device. Consult your manual for specific information.
2. Install only new batteries of the same type in your product (where applicable).
3. Failure to insert batteries in the correct polarity, as indicated in the battery compartment or manual, may shorten the life of the batteries or cause batteries to leak.
4. Do not mix old and new batteries.
5. Do not mix Alkaline, Standard (Carbon-Zinc), or Rechargeable (Nickel Cadmium, Nickel Metal Hydride, or Lithium-Ion) batteries.
6. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
7. Batteries should be recycled or disposed of as per state and local guidelines.

Service and Support

If your Sun Joe® 2-in-1 cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer with telescoping pole requires service or maintenance, please call the Snow Joe®+ Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563).

Model and Serial Numbers
When contacting the company or reordering parts, you will need to provide the model and serial numbers of your product. These are found on the decal affixed to the housing or handle of your cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer. Copy these numbers into the space provided below.

HJ605CC-CHRG
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

WARNING! Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Class B device:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Optional Accessories

WARNING! ALWAYS use only authorized Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® replacement parts and accessories. NEVER use replacement parts or accessories that are not intended for use with this cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer. Contact Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your cordless grass shear + hedge trimmer. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage.

NOTE: Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® to provide notice of such changes. Accessories can be ordered online at sunjoe.com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563).

SNOW JOE®+ SUN JOE® REFURBISHED GOODS WARRANTY

GENERAL CONDITIONS:
Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® operating under Snow Joe®, LLC warrants this refurbished product to the original purchaser for 90 days against defects in material or workmanship when used for normal residential purposes. If a replacement part or product is needed, it will be sent free of charge to the original purchaser except as noted below. The duration of this warranty applies only if the product is put to personal use around the household. It is the owner’s responsibility to correctly perform all maintenance and minor adjustments explained in the owner’s manual.
HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR REPLACEMENT PART OR PRODUCT:
To obtain a replacement part or product, please visit snowjoe.com/help or email us at help@snowjoe.com for instructions. Please be sure to register your unit beforehand to speed up this process. Certain products may require a serial number, typically found on the decal affixed to the housing or guard of your product. All products require valid proof of purchase.

EXCLUSIONS:

• Wearing parts like belts, augers, chains, and tines are not covered under this warranty. Wearing parts can be purchased at snowjoe.com or by calling 1-866-SNOW JOE (1-866-766-9563).
• Batteries are covered in full for 90-days from the date of purchase.

Snow Joe®+ Sun Joe® may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Snow Joe®

• Sun Joe® to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective.

This warranty is intended to cover product defects only. Snow Joe®, LLC is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use or misuse of the Snow Joe®  products covered by this warranty. This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use of this product while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty. Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions may not apply in all states. This warranty may give you specific legal rights in your state.+ Sun Joe®

HOW TO REACH US:
We’re here to help Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 7 PM EST and Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM. You can reach us at 1-866-SNOW JOE (1 866-766-9563), online at snowjoe.com, via email at help@snowjoe.com, or tweet us at @snowjoe.

EXPORTS:
Customers who have purchased Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® products exported from the United States and Canada should contact their Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® distributor (dealer) to obtain information applicable to your country, province or state. If for any reason, you are not satisfied with the distributor’s service, or if you have difficulty obtaining warranty information, contact your Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® seller. If in the event your efforts are unsatisfactory, please reach out to us directly.

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References

• Snow Joe: America's #1 Leader In Cordless Equipment, Pressure Washers & Snow Throwers
• Customer Support | Snow Joe® | Sun Joe® | Aqua Joe®
• Snow Joe: America's #1 Leader In Cordless Equipment, Pressure Washers & Snow Throwers

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