KARCHER HGE 18-45 Cordless Hedge Trimmer Instruction Manual

June 21, 2024
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KARCHER HGE 18-45 Cordless Hedge Trimmer

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General notes

  • Read these safety instructions, these original instructions, the safety instructions provided with the battery pack, and the original instructions supplied with the battery pack/standard charger before using the device for the first time.
  • Act by them. Keep the booklets for future reference or future owners.
  • In addition to the notes in the operating instructions, you also need to take into consideration the general safety regulations and accident prevention guidelines applicable by law.

Hazard levels

  • DANGER Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death.
  • WARNING Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to severe injuries or even death.
  • CAUTION Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to minor injuries.

ATTENTION

  • Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to damage to property.

Safety instructions

  • You must adhere to special safety measures and rules of conduct when working with hedge trimmers, otherwise a danger of injury exists.
  • In addition to the safety instructions, the country-specific safety and training regulations must also be observed, e.g. from authorities, trade associations, or social insurance funds.
  • Local regulations may limit the times during which hedge trimmers can be used (time of day or season). Observe the local regulations.

General Product 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) product or battery-operated (cordless) product.
  1. Work area safety
    • a Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
    • b 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 the dust or fumes.
    • c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
  2. Electrical safety
    • a power tool plug 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.
    • b 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.
    • c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
    • Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
    • d 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.
    • e 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.
    • f 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.
  3. Personal safety
    • a 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.
    • b Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
    • c 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.
    • d 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.
    • e Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
    • f Dress properly. 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.
    • g 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.
    • h 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.
  4. Power tool use and care
    • a 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.
    • b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
    • c 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.
    • d 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.
    • e 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.
    • f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
    • g Use the power tool, accessories tool bits, etc. per 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.
    • h 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.
  5. Battery tool use and care
    • a 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.
    • b Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
    • c When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paperclips, 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.
    • d 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.
    • e Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
    • f Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause an explosion.
    • g 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.
  6. 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.
    • b Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

Safety instructions for hedge trimmers

  • a) Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This reduces the risk of being struck by lightning.
  • b) Keep all power cables and lines away from the cutting area. Power cables and lines can be hidden in hedges or bushes and accidentally cut by the blade.
  • c) Wear hearing protection. Appropriate protective gear reduces the risk of hearing damage.
  • d) Only hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated grip areas as the blade may touch hidden lines. If the blades come into contact with a live line, exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer may come to life and give the operator an electric shock.
  • e) Keep all body parts away from the blade. Do not remove cut material or hold the material to be cut when the blades are moving. The blades continue to move after the switch is turned off.
  • A moment of carelessness while operating the hedge trimmer can cause serious injuries.
  • f ) When removing trapped material or servicing the hedge trimmer, make sure all power switches are turned off and the battery is removed or disconnected.
  • Unexpected operation of the hedge trimmer when clearing trapped material or performing maintenance can cause serious injury.
  • g) Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the blade stopped and take care not to operate any switch. Carrying the hedge trimmer correctly reduces the risk of accidental start and resulting injury from the blades.
  • h ) Always use the blade cover when transporting or storing the hedge trimmer. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer reduces the risk of injury from the blades.

Safe operation

  • DANGER Never use the device when persons, especially children, are within a radius of 15 m of the working area, because the danger exists of objects being flung out by the cutting blade.
  • Severe injuries when objects are flung by the cutting blade or when the cutting tool becomes entangled in wires or cords. Inspect the work area thoroughly for objects such as stones, sticks, metal, wires, bones, or toys, and remove them before using the device.

WARNING

  • Children and minors must not use the device.
  • The device is not intended for use by persons with restricted physical, sensory, or mental abilities or those lacking in experience and/or lacking in knowledge.
  • Keep children and other persons out of the work area while you are using the device.
  • You need an unobstructed view of the work area to be able to recognize any potential dangers.
  • Use the device only under good lighting conditions.
  • Do not operate the device in the vicinity of posts, fences, buildings, or other immovable objects.
  • Switch the motor off, remove the battery pack, and make sure that all moving parts have stopped moving:
  • Before adjusting the working position of the cutting mechanism.
  • Before cleaning the device or removing a blockage.
  • When leaving the device unattended.
  • Before changing accessories.
  • Risk of incision injuries and crushing injuries. Avoid contact with the cutting tools. Do not place your hands or fingers between the cutting tools or in a position where they can be cut or crushed.
  • The danger of injury. Do not make any modifications to the device.
  • Ensure that all protective devices, deflectors, and handles are correctly fitted and securely fastened.

CAUTION

  • Wear especially safety glasses and hearing protection.
  • Hearing protection can impair your ability to hear warning sounds, so pay attention to hazards in your vicinity and the work area.
  • Wear head protection when working in areas with a danger of falling objects.
  • Risk of injury from sharp cutting tools. Wear non-slip, sturdy protective gloves when handling the cutting tool.
  • Risk of injury when loose-fitting clothing, hair, or jewelry is caught by moving parts of the device. Keep clothing and jewelry away from moving parts of the device. Tie long hair back.
  • You must not operate the device when you are under the influence of medication or drugs that restrict your reactive capacity. Only work with the device when you are well-rested and in good health.
  • Do not use the device if it vibrates unusually or makes unusual noises.
  • Check the device for damage before use and make sure that the screws on the blade are firmly tightened.
  • Do not use the device if it has been dropped beforehand, has received an impact, or is visibly damaged.
  • Have any damage repaired correctly before using the device again.
  • Do not use the device on ladders or unstable surfaces.
  • Check that the cutting tool cannot come into contact with anything before starting the device.
  • Risk of injury from exposed blades. Fit the blade guard when not using the device, and also during short work breaks.

ATTENTION

  • Do not force the device through dense bushes. This can block and slow down the cutting tool. Reduce the working speed of the cutting tool blocks.
  • Do not attempt to cut boughs and branches that are too large to fit between the cutting blades.
  • Use a non-motorized hand saw or branch saw for cutting larger boughs and branches.
  • Only operate the device at temperatures between 0 °C and 40 °C.
  • Store the device in a place where the temperature is between 0 °C and 40 °C.

Additional Battery Safety Warnings

  • To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside it.
  • Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
  • Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10°C and 38°C.
  • Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
  • Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.

Safe servicing and care

  • WARNING Switch the motor off, remove the battery pack, and make sure that all moving parts have stopped moving:
  • Before cleaning or servicing the device.
  • Before changing accessories.
  • Risk of injury from sharp cutting tools. Exercise special care when removing and fitting the blade guard, and cleaning and oiling the device.
  • Ensure that the device is in a safe condition by regularly checking that all bolts, nuts, and screws are screwed tight.
  • Each time after using the device, remove dirt from the cutting tools using a hard brush and apply a suitable oil for rust protection before fitting the blade guard.
  • The manufacturer recommends using a spray for rust protection and oiling. Ask your Customer Service department to recommend a suitable spray. You can oil the cutting tools as described, each time before using the device.
  • CAUTION Only use accessories and spare parts that are approved by the manufacturer. Only original accessories and original spare parts ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
  • ATTENTION Clean the product with a soft, dry cloth each time after use.
  • Note Service and maintenance work may only be performed by suitably qualified and specially trained personnel. We recommend sending the product to an authorized service center for repair.
  • You may only perform the adjustments and repairs described in these operating instructions. Contact your authorized Customer Service department for other repairs.

Safe transport and storage

  • WARNING Switch the device off, allow it to cool down, and remove the battery pack before storage or transportation.
  • CAUTION To prevent accidents or injuries, you must only transport and store the device with the blade guard installed and with the rechargeable battery removed.
  • Risk of injury and damage to the device.
  • Secure the device against movement or falling during transport.
  • ATTENTION Remove all foreign bodies from the device before storage or transportation.
  • Store the device in a dry, well-ventilated location out of the reach of children.
  • Keep the device away from corrosive substances such as garden chemicals.
  • Do not store the device outdoors.

Residual risks

WARNING

  • Certain residual risks remain present, even when the device is operated in the prescribed manner. The following dangers can be present when using the device:
  • Severe injuries through contact with the cutting tools. Keep the cutting tools away from your body and below hip height. Fit the blade guard when not using the device, and also during short work breaks.
  • Vibration can cause injuries. Use the correct tools for the job, use the handles provided, and restrict the working time and hazard exposure time.
  • Noise can cause hearing injuries. Wear hearing protection and limit the duration of exposure.
  • Injuries due to flung objects.

Risk reduction

CAUTION

  • Using the device for longer periods can cause poor circulation in the hands due to vibrations. A general period of use cannot be set, because this depends on several influencing factors:
  • Personal tendency to suffer from poor circulation (frequently cold fingers, tingling sensation in the fingers)
  • Low ambient temperature. Wear warm gloves to protect your hands.
  • Holding the device too tightly hinders blood circulation.
  • Continuous operation is more harmful than an operation interrupted by work breaks.
  • You should see a doctor if using the device regularly and for lengthy periods, and in the event of repeated occurrences of symptoms such as tingling in the fingers or cold fingers.

Intended use

DANGER Improper use

  • Danger of death from incision injuries
  • Only use the device for its proper use.
  • The hedge trimmer is only intended for private use.
  • The hedge trimmer is intended for outdoor use.
  • For safety reasons, always hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands.
  • The hedge trimmer is only suitable for cutting plants, e.g. hedges and bushes.
  • Do not use the hedge trimmer in a wet environment or the rain.
  • Use the hedge trimmer only in a well-lit environment.
  • Modifications and changes to the device that are not authorized by the manufacturer are prohibited for safety reasons.
  • Any other use, e.g. cutting grass, trees, or branches, is impermissible. The user is liable for all hazards resulting from impermissible use.

Environmental protection

  • The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging according to the environmental regulations.
  • Electrical and electronic devices contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries, or oil, which – if handled or disposed of incorrectly – can pose a potential danger to human health and the environment.
  • However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with household rubbish.
  • Notes on the content materials (REACH) Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Accessories and spare parts

  • Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
  • They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
  • Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery

  • The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

Safety devices

CAUTION

  • Missing or modified safety devices
  • Safety devices are provided for your protection.
  • Never modify or bypass safety devices.

Unlocking button

  • The trigger lockout button on the rear handle ensures two-handed operation.
  • The lockout button blocks the trigger and thus prevents the hedge trimmer from starting up in an uncontrolled manner.

Blade guard

  • The blade guard is an important component of the safety devices of the hedge trimmer.
  • A damaged blade guard must not be used and must be replaced immediately.

Symbols on the device

KARCHER-HGE-18-45-Cordless-Hedge-Trimmer-FIG-9

Device description

  1. The maximum amount of equipment is described in these operating instructions. Depending on the model used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see packaging).

See the graphics page for illustrations Illustration AKARCHER-HGE-18-45
-Cordless-Hedge-Trimmer-FIG-1

  1. Blade
  2. Handguard
  3. Handle, front
  4. Power switch unlocking button
  5. Type plate
  6. Power switch
  7. Battery pack unlocking button
  8. Handle, rear
  9. Blade guard
  10. Fast Charger Battery Power 18V
  11. Rechargeable battery pack optional

Rechargeable battery pack

The device can be operated with a Kärcher 18 V Battery Power battery pack.

Initial startup

  • WARNING Uncontrolled startup Risk of fatal injury from incision injuries
  • Remove the battery from the device for all preparatory work.

Inserting the battery pack

ATTENTION

  • Dirty contacts Damage to the device and battery
  • Check the battery mount and the contacts for soiling and clean them as necessary before inserting the battery.
  • Note Use only fully charged batteries. Illustration B
  1. Push the battery into the mounting in the device until it audibly latches into place.

Operation

New users should be instructed by an experienced person and practice handling and techniques before carrying out any work.

Basic operation

  1. Check the cutting material for foreign bodies, such as paper, films, or wires, and remove them as necessary.
  2. Remove the blade guard.
  3. Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands.

Switch on the device

  1. Press the trigger lockout button. Illustration C
    • Press the trigger.
    • The device starts up.
  2. Release the trigger.
    • The device stops.

Working techniques

Note Use a snapping line to achieve an even cut.

  1. Switch on the device and move it towards the cutting material.
  2. Cut leaves and thin branches with an oscillating movement. Illustration D
  3. For thicker branches, use a sawing movement, but do not stab into the plant.
  4. Cut bushes and hedges from the bottom upwards.
  5. When cutting tips, make a large swinging movement and tilt the blade slightly in the process.
  6. Hold the blade horizontally to cut lower-lying plants such as groundcovers.

Removing the battery pack

Note

  • During longer work breaks, remove the battery pack from the device and secure it against unauthorized use.
  • Pull the battery pack unlocking button in the direction of the battery pack. Illustration E
  • Press the battery pack unlocking button to unlock the battery pack.
  • Remove the battery pack from the device.

Transport

  • CAUTION Failure to observe the weight Risk of injury and damage
  • Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.
  • CAUTION Uncontrolled startup Incision injuries
  • Remove the battery pack from the device before the transport.
  • Transport the hedge trimmer only with the blade guard fitted.

Storage

  • CAUTION Failure to observe the weight
  • Risk of injury and damage
  • Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
  • CAUTION Uncontrolled startup Incision injuries
  • Remove the battery pack from the device before transport.
  • Store the hedge trimmer only with the blade guard fitted.
  • The device may only be stored indoors.

Care and service

  • CAUTION Uncontrolled startup Incision injuries
  • Remove the battery from the device before all work on the device.
  • CAUTION Risk of injury from sharp blades Wear safety goggles and protective gloves when working on the device.

Cleaning the device

  • ATTENTION Incorrect cleaning Damage to the device
  • Clean the device with a damp cloth.
  • Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents.
  • Do not immerse the device in water.
  • Do not clean the device with a hose or high-pressure water jet. Illustration F
  1. Allow the device to cool down.
  2. Remove plant residue and dirt from the blade and motor casing with a brush.
  3. Clean the ventilation slits on the device with a brush.

Checking the blade screw connection

  • CAUTION Loose screw connections
  • Incision injuries through uncontrolled blade movements
  • Check the screw connection of the blade regularly to ensure it is firmly fastened. Illustration G
  1. Check that all screws/nuts are tight.
  2. Tighten any loose screws/nuts.

Oiling the blade sections

  • To maintain the blade quality, the blade sections should be oiled after each use.
  • Note Using thin machine oil or spray oil will yield very good results. Illustration H
  1. Place the device on a flat surface.
  2. Apply oil to the top of the blade sections.

Sharpening the blade sections

  • Note Remove as little material as possible during sharpening and maintain the original angle of the blade tooth in the process.
  • CAUTION Sharp blade Incision injuries
  • Wear suitable protective gloves when sharpening the blade sections.
  1. Clamp the blade in a vice.
  2. Sharpen the exposed side of the blade teeth with a file.
  3. Carefully push the blade further by hand so that the unsharpened blade teeth are accessible.
  4. Sharpen the exposed side of all blade teeth with a file.

Troubleshooting guide

  • Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview.
  • When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorized Customer Service.
  • As the battery pack ages, even if it is looked after, its capacity reduces such that the full run time will no longer be reached when fully charged. This does not indicate a defect.
Fault Cause Rectification
The device does not start up The battery pack is
not inserted correctly. l  Push the battery pack into the mounting until it

latches into place.
The battery pack is empty| l  Charge the battery pack.
The battery pack is defective.| l  Replace the battery pack.
The device stops during the operation| Blade blocked with cutting material.| l  Remove cutting material from the blade.
The battery has overheated| l  Stop working and allow the battery to cool down to normal battery temperature.
Motor has overheated| l  Stop working and allow the motor to cool down.
Warranty| Vibration and noise value

Warranty

  • The warranty conditions issued by our sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your device within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause.
  • In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorized customer service site.
  • See overleaf for the address

Technical data

  HGE 18-

45
Device performance data|  |
The working voltage of the battery| V| 18
Idling speed (normal setting)| /min| 1500
Cut material diameter (max.)| mm| 18
Determined values in acc. with EN 62841-1, EN 62841-4-2

Vibration and noise value

  • The declared vibration total values and the declared noise emission values have been measured under a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
  • The declared vibration total values and the declared noise emission values may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

WARNING

  • The vibration and noise emissions during the actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared values depending on how the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
  • Identify safety measures to protect the operator 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 time).
  • The device with a hand-arm vibration value > 2.5 m/s² (see chapter Technical Data in the operating instructions)
  • CAUTION Uninterrupted use of the device for several hours can lead to numbness.
  • Wear warm gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take regular breaks from work.

Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

  • We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us.
  • This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.
  • Product: Hedge trimmer
  • Type: HGE 18-45 Battery 1.444-23x.x

Currently applicable EU Directives

  • 2000/14/EC (+2005/88/EC)
  • 2014/30/EU
  • 2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
  • 2011/65/EU

Harmonized standards used

  • EN IEC 63000:2018
  • EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
  • EN 55014-2: 1997+A1: 2001+A2: 2008
  • EN 62841-1:2015+A11:2022
  • EN 62841-4-2:2019+A1:2022+A11:2022

Conformity evaluation procedure used

  • 2000/14/EC and amended by 2005/88/EC: Annex V
  • (with shrub blade only)

Sound power level dB(A)

  • Measured:91,1
  • Guaranteed :93
  • The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.
  • Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser
  • Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
  • Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
  • 71364 Winnenden (Germany)
  • Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
  • Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
  • Winnenden, 01.01.2023

Declaration of Conformity (UK)

  • We hereby declare that the product described below complies with the relevant provisions of the following
  • UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us.
  • This declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is modified without our prior approval.
  • Product: Hedge trimmer
  • Type: HGE 18-45 Battery 1.444-23x.x

Currently applicable UK Regulations

  • S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended)
  • S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)
  • S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)
  • S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)

Designated standards used

  • EN IEC 63000:2018
  • EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
  • EN 55014-2: 1997+A1: 2001+A2: 2008
  • EN 62841-1:2015+A11:2022
  • EN 62841-4-2:2019+A1:2022+A11:2022

Applied conformity assessment procedure

  • S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended): Schedule 8
  • Sound power level dB(A)
  • Measured:91,1
  • Guaranteed:93
  • The undersigned acts on behalf and under the power of attorney of the company management.
  • Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser
  • Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
  • Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
  • 71364 Winnenden (Germany)
  • Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
  • Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
  • Winnenden, 01.01.2023

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