VonHaus 3500228 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- vonhaus
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VonHaus 3500228 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer Instruction Manual
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Please read all instructions carefully before use and retain for future reference.
CAUTION Do not immerse in water.
Wear a dust mask.
Protect your hands.
Protect your ears.
Protect your eyes.
Please read all instructions carefully before use and retain for future reference.
INTENDED USE Only operate the power tool/machine for its intended purpose
and within the parameters specified in this manual.
This power tool/machine is for domestic use only. This power tool/machine is
not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or given
appropriate instruction concerning the product’s use by a person responsible
for their safety.
GENERAL PRECAUTION Do not allow to be used as a toy. Children should be
supervised to ensure they do not play with the power tool/machine. If the
power tool/machine is not functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or immersed
in liquid, do not use, contact DOMU Brands Customer Services.
Do not use the power tool/machine if any parts appear to be faulty, missing or
damaged.
Ensure all parts are securely attached before use.
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY 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 Prevent
unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off position before connecting to the 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 are switched on, invites 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.
Always wear eye protection. Any power tool can throw foreign objects into your
eyes and cause permanent eye damage. Always wear safety goggles (not glasses)
that comply with ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Every day glasses have only
impact resistant lenses. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering the power tools will increase the risk of electric shock.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool/machine. Do not use a power tool/machine while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tool/machine 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 power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool.
Carrying power tool/machine with your finger on the switch or energizing power
tool/machine that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or spanner before turning the power tool/machine on.
A spanner or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool/machine
may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool/ machine in unexpected situations.
Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing or je-wellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves 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.
WORK AREA SAFETY Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tool/machine in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tool/machine create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool/machine.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
GENERAL POWER TOOL USE AND CARE Do not force the power tool/machine. Use
the correct power tool/machine for your application. The correct power
tool/machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
Do not use the power tool/machine if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool/machine that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the
power tool/machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tool/machine tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool/machine accidentally.
Store idle power tool/machine out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool/ machine or these instructions to
operate the power tool/ machine.
Maintain power tool/machines. Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power
tool/machines operation. If damaged, have the power tool/machines re- paired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tool/machines.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edg- es are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool/machine accessories and tool bits in accordance with these
instructions, take into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed.
Use of the power tool/machine for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Never soak or immerse electrical components and or a component that has a plug attached.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Ensure the motor has fully stopped before cleaning, clearing a blockage,
checking, or carrying out any maintenance on the tool.
Maintain your power tool. 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 by a qualified repair
person 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.
Regularly check external nuts and fixings to ensure vibration caused by normal
use has not begun to loosen them. Store idle power tools out of reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the product.
Locate the power tool out of reach of children, in a dry, locked unit.
Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
Remove the plug from the mains socket / battery (where applicable) before
carrying out any adjustment or maintenance.
Always store the power tool/machine in a dry place.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified service
technician.
Keep the ventilation slots and motor housing as free of dirt and dust as
possible (where applicable).
Clean the power tool/machine by rubbing it with a clean cloth and blow it
clean using low-pressure compressed air is recommended.
Ensure the blades are lubricated before storing for a long period of time.
Ensure you have all the pieces listed. If you are missing any components,
contact our customer services department at
support@domu.co.uk DO NOT proceed with assembly if any
components are missing.
LAWN TRIMMERS & LAWN EDGE TRIMMERS
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach underneath the workpiece for
any reason. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the blade and
blade release switch.
BATTERY WARNINGS (INCLUDING BUTTON CELLS, AA BATTERYS, LITHIUM PACKS)
WARNING The use, and particularly abuse of portable sealed secondary
lithium cells and batteries may result in the creation of hazards and may
cause harm. Do not dismantle, open or shred secondary cells or batteries.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
NOTE the battery pack is not fully charged out of the box. Secondary
cells and batteries need to be charged before use, always refer to the cell or
battery manufacturer’s instructions and use the correct charging procedure.
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 the appliance/power tool/machines only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
First read the safety instructions and then follow the charging notes and
procedures.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
Protect the battery and charger against water and moisture. Always keep cells
and batteries clean and dry.
Wipe the cell or battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become
dirty.
Protect the battery from heat and fire. Place the charger in a position away
from any heat source and avoid storage in direct sunlight.
Do not maintain secondary cells and batteries on charge when not in use.
After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge
the cells or batteries several times to obtain maximum performance.
Do not short-circuit a cell or battery.
Do not store cells or batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may
short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive materials. When
the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects such as
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another. Short-circuiting the battery
terminals together may result in burns or a fire.
Do not expose cells or batteries to mechanical shock.
Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason or if the plastic
housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue use and
do not recharge.
When possible, remove the battery from the appliance/power tool/machine when
not in use.
Do not leave a battery on prolonged charge when not in use or stored for
extended periods of time as this may
cause damage to the battery.
To facilitate cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger
or battery pack in a warm environment such as a metal shed or an uninsulated
trailer.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet
before attempting any cleaning. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this
risk.
In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come into contact
with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with
copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or battery has been swallowed.
Always observe the polarity marks (+) and (-) on the cell, battery and
equipment and ensure correct use.
Retain the original cell and battery literature for future reference
When disposing of secondary cells or batterie, keep cells or batteries of
different electrochemical systems separate from each other.
Do not use any cell or battery which is not designed for use with the
equipment.
Do not mix any cells of different manufacturers, capacity, size or type within
a device.
Always purchase the battery recommended by the device manufacturer for the
equipment.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION FOR BATTERY CHARGERS.
This appliance should not be used by children and/or persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental ca- pabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge. Children shall not play with the appliance.
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.
Do not attempt to disassemble the charger. Take it to an electrician or tool
repairer when service or repair is required.
Appliances/power tools/machines with Lithium-ion batteries shall only be
charged with the specifically designed Lithium-ion battery charger purchased
with this tool. Do not attempt to charge the battery with any charger other
than the one supplied as this is potentially dangerous.
Before using the charger, read all instructions, labels and cautionary
markings on the charger.
The charger is not intended to be used for any purpose other than charging the
battery pack for this tool. Any other use may result in risk of fire or
electric shock. Do not attempt to use the charger on any other voltage or
rating than those stated on the rating plate.
Do not use the charger for any purpose other than that for which it is
intended.
Do not use the charger to charge any device other than the appliance/power
tool/machine it was sold with.
Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely neces- sary. The use of an
improper extension cord could result in fire or electric shock.
Never attempt to connect two chargers together.
Use the battery charger indoors only.
Make sure that the charger cable is positioned where it will not be stepped
on, tripped over or otherwise subject- ed to damage or stress. Keep the cord
away from operat- ing appliance/power tool/machine.
Do not operate the charger in a cabinet or other enclo- sure unless
ventilation is adequate.
Do not place any object onto the charger or allow any object to rest on the
charger.
Never place the appliance/power tool/machine or charg- er near or over a heat
source such as radiator or heater.
WARNING Never charge your Lithium-ion battery below or above temperatures
recommended as this may result in fire or permanent damage to the battery.
The most suitable temperatures to charge the battery are between 20°C/68°F
and 25°C/77°F.
WARNING Do not allow water or any other liquid to come into contact with the charger as this may result in electric shock. Do not position the tool or battery charger near water. Take care not to spill liquid of any kind on the tool or charger.
DANGER Do not use the charger if it has been subjected to a heavy knock,
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take the charger to an authorised
service centre for it to be checked and repaired.
Do not attempt to disassemble the charger by opening or removing covers.
To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug
rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Battery Rating: 40V MAX 4000mAh
Charger Input: 220V-240V 50/60Hz, 100W
Charger Output: 42V 2.0Ah
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We
DOMU Brands Ltd
5th Floor The Tower
Deva City Office Park
Manchester
M3 7BF
DOMU Brands Ltd
Unit 30, Finlan Road
Stakehill Industrial Estate
Middleton, Manchester
M24 2RW
Declare under our sole responsibility the product:
SKU
3500228
Description
40V Hedge Trimmer
Complies with the essential requirements of the following directives:
2006/42/EC
2000/14/EC
2014/30/EU
2011/65/EU
2014/35/EU
2006/66/EC + 2013/56/EU
2014/56/EU
And the Standards
EN 60745-1:2009+A11, EN 60745-2-15:2009+A11, EN 50636-2-94:2014, EN 55014-1:2006+A1+A2, EN 55014- 2:2015, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013, EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014, EN 60335-2-29:2004+A2:2010, EN60335-2-29:2004+A2:2010, IEC62133:2012, UN 38.3
Authorised Signatory on behalf of DOMU Brands Ltd.
CONTENTS
- Dual Action Cutting Blades
- Front Handle Trigger
- Rear Handle Trigger
- Handle Rotate Button
- Safety Guard
- Blade Storage Cover
- Battery Charger
- 40V Battery
- Battery Release
- Battery Level Indicator Lights
- Battery Indicator Light Button
BATTERY
OPERATION
HANDLE ROTATION
DISPOSAL INFORMATION Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority for recycling advice.
CUSTOMER SERVICE If you are having difficulty using this product and require support, please contact support@domu.co.uk
WARRANTY To register your product and find out if you qualify for a free extended warranty please go to www.vonhaus.com/warranty. Please retain a proof of purchase receipt or statement as proof of the purchase date. The warranty only applies if the product is used solely in the manner indicated in the warnings page of this manual, and all other instructions have been followed accurately. Any abuse of the product or the manner in which it is used will invalidate the warranty. Returned goods will not be accepted unless re-packaged in its original packaging and accompanied by a relevant and completed returns form. This does not affect your statutory rights. No rights are given under this warranty to a person acquiring the appliance second-hand or for commercial or communal use.
COPYRIGHT All material in this instruction manual are copyrighted by DOMU Brands. Any unauthorized use may violate worldwide copyright, trademark, and other laws.
THANK YOU
Thank you for purchasing your product/appliance. Should you require further
assistance with your pur- chase, you can contact us at
support@domu.co.uk
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