VOLPI PV280 Electrical Pruning Shear User Manual

VOLPI PV280 Electrical Pruning Shear

Notes of safety

Before first using the machine, please read this instruction manual carefully, for your own safety and for the safety of others. Keep the manual in a safe place and pass it on to any subsequent owner to ensure that the information therein is available at any times.

Symbols Defined

This part includes safety indications for using the machine.

Symbols in the Manual

• Warning symbol
• Risk of cutting and severe injuries
• Hot surface
• Instruction symbol
• Read through the instruction manual carefully
• Wear protective gloves
• Wear eye protection.
• Wear protective shoes with non-slip soles
• Do not use the pruning shear in the rain or wet hedge or branch.
• Do not place with domestic waste.

Symbols on the battery

• Li-on battery. Do not dispose with household waste.
• Do not dispose the battery in fire where it will explode.
• Do not disassemble the battery.
• The battery can be recharged and recycled. Discarded batteries should be recycled in an environmentally friendly way.

Symbols on charger

• Warnings
• Only use the charger indoor
• Insulation Class II
• Electrical equipment cannot be disposed to domestic waste.

General Power Tool Safety Instructions

Warning! Read all safety directions and instructions.
Omissions in the compliance with safety directions and instructions can cause electric shock and fire and/or severe injuries.
Retain all safety directions and instructions for future use.
The term “Power Tools” used in the safety instructions refers to mains- operated power tools (with power cord) and battery-operated power tools (without power cord).

Safety of working area

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

Electrical Safety

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

Power Tool Use Safety

• Do not over load the tool, select suitable tool to work make you safe and high efficiency.
• Do not use the tool if the switch doesn’t work properly. Tool should be repaired if the switch doesn’t work.
• Disconnect the battery from the tool before adjusting, repair, replace or storage the tool. This will avoid injuries due to unexpected start of the tool.
• Store the tool away from the children, do not put tool to non-training person operate.
• Maintain tools. Always check tool, moving parts, any damage parts are all can cause injury, the correct maintenance of the tool can avoid injury.
• Keep blade sharp and clean. Sharp and clean blade can be easily controlled and not jams.
• Read manual before using the tool, select suitable tools and right accessories to avoid injury.

Battery-Operated Tool Precautions

• Use only the charger specified by the manufacturer. Use of other charger can damage the battery and cause risk of fire.
• The tool is only designed for original battery. Using other battery to match the tool can cause damage and risk of injuries.
• Battery should be stored away from metal parts, like clip, coin, key, nail, screw or other small metal parts. Short circuit the battery will cause fire.
• Inappropriate usage will cause leakage of liquid. If your body is splashed by the liquid, please flush by clean water. Must see a doctor if liquid touches eyes. Liquid of battery will canker or burn.

Personal safety

• Be awake, alert and pay close attention during the operation of power tools. Do not operate the power tool when you are tired, intoxicated or on medication. Falling asleep or losing consciousness during in the operation of the power tool can result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear goggles and safety equipment such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, etc. Wearing safety gear in appropriate conditions can reduce personal injury.
• Inserting the plug when the tool is plugged in or when it is turned on can be dangerous.
• Remove all adjustment keys or wrenches before the power tool is on. A wrench or key left on the moving parts of the power tool can cause personal injury.
• Do not overextend your reach and lose balance. Always pay attention to your foothold and body balance. This allows for good control of the power tool especially during unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep clothing, gloves and hair away from moving parts. Wearing loose clothes, accessories, or long hair may get caught in moving parts.

Special Safety Instructions

Pruning shear special safety instruction

• Keep anybody away at least 1.5m from the blade, Do not move cutting parts at blade working. Keep any part of your body away from the blade at least 15cm.
  Carefully operate the equipment can avoid injury.

• Move the tool at blade not moving. Protection guard is must at storage the tool. Protect blade to reduce damage.

Other Safety Instructions

• Wear suitable work clothes such as boots with non-slip soles, sturdy long trousers, gloves and goggles.
• Wear protection gloves
• Wear eye protection
• Do not wear long flowing clothing or jewelry, as moving parts may catch this.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use a power tool when you are tired or under the effect of drugs, alcohol or medicines.
• Do not use the pruning shear in the rain.
• The appliance is designed for trimming hedges or branches. Do not use to cut twigs, hard wood or other objects.
• Do not attempt to dislodge a blocked/trapped blade before switching the tool off.
• Before start with the trimming check the hedge or branch for hidden objects such as wire etc.
• When operating the tool hold it firmly with one hand, and keep the blade at least at 15cm from the other hand and other parts of the body
• Do not use the tool in the proximity of flammable liquids or gasses. Fire and explosion risk exists in the event of a short circuit.
• The blades have to be checked for wear in regular intervals and reshape ended. Blunt blades will overload the machine. Resulting damages are not covered by warranty.
• Do not attempt to repair the tool your-self, bring the tool to our Service Center in case of need. All works, which are not described in this manual, may only be performed by our Service-Centre

Special safety instruction for battery tool

• Charger design for use only indoor. Charging operations have to be performed indoor.
• Remove the battery before cleaning the charger to avoid damage and risk of electrical shock.
• Do not expose battery in strong light. Do not put battery on hot surface. It can cause battery explosion.
• Fully cold battery before charging.
• Do not disassemble the battery; do not damage battery, in order to avoid injury.

Use charger correctly

• Charger only use on rechargeable battery. If not, it can cause fire or explode. Use original charger to keep safety.
• Always check charger, wire and plug before use. If damaged, please move to Customer Assistance Service to repair.
• Do not use damaged charger, Do not repair by yourself, this will keep the tool safe.
• Check voltage of charger match the battery value, if not may injury yourself.
• Keep charger clean, away from drippy or rain environment. Do not use the charger outdoor, dirt or water can cause injury.
• The charger is designed for original battery only. Otherwise may be cause damage or fire.
• Avoid damaged charger will reduce injury.
• Do not use chargers on tinder surface (e.g. paper or dry goods).
• The battery is not fully charged when you buy it, you must charge 2,5 hours before first use the tool. Connect the battery to charger before power on.
• Normal charging time is 2,5 hours, Do not charge the battery for too long time, it will damage the battery.

Caution (Residual risk)
Keep use the tool carefully avoid risk as below:

• Cutting or injuries due to sharp edges
• Long times operate or irrationally use the tool will damage your body.

Warning! The equipment will bring electromagnetism; it can interfere with some medical device in body. It is suggested to ask for doctor advise before the usage of the tool at the same time with medical devices.

Warning!

• Do not touch the blade when the battery is mounted on the tool.
• Keep a minimum distance of 15cm between the blades and any part of your body.
• Keep other people at a minimum distance of 1.5m

Warning! In particular situations of very hard use, the blade and the handle could reach high temperatures. It is recommended to handle the pruner with care, using protective gloves.
Sound and vibration measurements:

• Sound pressure level: < 70 dB(A)
• Total vibration value: < 2.5 m/s2

Purpose

The device is designed only for cutting hedge, brush, and branch.
Other not suitable work may damage tool and yourself.
The equipment is designed for adult use, Do not use in rain or damp brush. Vendor is not responsible for any damage due to not following the instructions in this manual.
Check blade sharpening before to use the tool. Blade should be sharp before to use. Damages due to use of a blunt blade are not covered by warranty.

Function description

The tool is made in special grade SK5 steel. Strong blades, light design to easy operation with single hand. The blade can be very close to branch, cutting softly, not damaging plant. In case of any abnormal operation, just loose trigger, blade will open to maximum position to reduce damage.

Parts List

1. Cutting blade
2. Fixed blade
3. Blade fixing mechanism
4. Trigger
5. Grip
6. Switch
7. Battery indicator
8. Battery
9. Charger

Included Items
Please carefully open the package and check that the parts are complete:

• Electric Pruning Shears
• 1 Battery
• Battery charger
• Tool box
• Instruction Manual
• Warranty Card

Specification

Pruning Shear specifications

1| Maximum cutting| 22mm (live branches)

15mm (dead branches)

2| Rated Voltage| DC14.4V
3| Rated Power| 150 W
4| Rated Current| 10.0 A
5| Current Protection Stop Point| ≥35A
6| Protection Level| Ⅱ
7| Weight| 0.7Kg
Battery (lithium-ion)
1| Capacity| 2.5 Ah
2| Voltage| 14.4V
3| Operating Hours| 2 h *
4| Weight (battery)| 0.25kg
Charger
1| Input Voltage| 100-240V AC ,50-60Hz
2| Output Voltage| DC16.8V
3| Recharging Current| 1.0A
4| Protection Level| Ⅱ
5| Charging Time| 2,5 h

Charging the Battery

• Do not dispose battery under high temperature or vibration environment to avoid liquid leakage from the battery.
• Disconnect the battery from tool before charging.
• Always make sure the battery is dry and clean before charging.
• Make sure the battery is fully charged before first time using.
• The battery is not fully charged when you buy, you must charge 2,5 hours before using first time.
• Re-charging battery when indicator shows a blinking light.
• Need to replace battery if battery running time is not enough. Users can only use the original equipment manufactured by the customer center (OEM) battery pack.
• Keep safety rules and environment protection information in mind all the time.

Battery charging procedure.

• Charge at temperature of ＋10°C~＋22°C indoor.
• Put the battery into the charger correctly.
• Make sure specifications on battery and adapter matched before charging.
• Red LED light on the charger indicates the battery is charging, green LED light indicates fully charged, average charging time is about 2,5 hours.
• Please make sure the battery charged at least once every 4 months when the battery is not using.

Working environment

• Keep temperature of environment at 10°C ~ 22°C when charging battery, 0°C ~ 45°C when battery is working.
• Keep tool at temperature of 0°C ~ 60°C when working
• Do not use in explosive atmosphere or near flammable substances or gases.
• Do not use in case of rain or on wet branches

Assembly

Check that the pruning shears and batteries are clean and dry, and then place the battery in the battery compartment on the pruner.

Operations start procedure

Please wear suitable cloth and glove when operate this tool. Always check tools before use, make sure on/off switch and safe switch are all ok. The power should be put off when you loosen the trigger. Stop using the tool in case of switch failure. Always check rated voltage of battery match pruning shear.
Switch off the machine, blade will stop in many second, must sure blade stop fully before touch it, otherwise blade will hurt your body.

• Press the power switch. After warning tone, please pull the trigger two times without holding. And the shear will be on working condition after one more warning tone. Do not overload cutting, it will protect pruning shear and battery not be damaged. Do not cutting over the dimension specified in the technical information table.
• User just loose trigger when the blade has been jammed by branch, the blade will resume maximum position.

Caution: Do not sway the pruner from the left to right in order not to damage the edge of blade during the resume process of blade.
Check the working frequency of the blade in order to verify the good working condition.

Cutting

• Wear suitable work clothes such as boots with non-slip soles, sturdy long trousers, gloves and goggles.
• Wear protection gloves
• Wear eye protection
• Risk of cutting and severe injuries

Warning! In particular situations of very hard use, the blade and the handle could reach high temperatures. It is recommended to handle the pruner with care, using protective gloves.

• When ready to cut, place the blade on the branch to be cut and press the trigger;
• When operating the tool, keep the other hand and any other part of your body at a minimum distance of 15cm from the blade;
• Keep all other people at a minimum distance of 1.5m
• Blade will be hurt or jammed if cutting bigger branch forcedly.
• Do not move the tool during the pruning shear cutting, it can cause danger.
• Do not use the device in rain or humidity environment.
• Switch off the device after use and remove the battery from the pruner.

Caution: please check battery charge level or blade sharpening when cutting is difficult or not smooth.

Maintenance and cleaning

Tools to be repaired must be sent to Customer Assistance Service. Use original part keeps the tool good condition and safe.
Disconnect the battery from the tool before checking, maintaining and repairing the pruning shear, to avoid risk of unexpected activation of the tool.

Warning! In particular situations of very hard use, the blade and the handle could reach high temperatures. It is recommended to handle the pruner with care, using protective gloves. Please wear glove before you check the blade is sharp or not, that is to avoid blade hurt you. Check the pruning shear frequently, this will keep tool safe and reliable.

• Do not flush the tools or put it in water, it will cause short circuit or damage the device.
• Keep ventilation, motor and handle cleaning, always use feather clean the device. Do not use cleanser flush device, it will rust parts.
• Clean the blade after every use, protect by oil or spray protection.
• After continuous work for 8 hours, please open the trigger cover protection of the equipment and clean up wood chips and other impurities

Sharpening

• Sharpening is very important to keep blade in good condition and ensure long life.
• Check blade is in good condition before to start work. Of course, the frequency of sharpening depends on the nature of the sheared wood (hardness and diameter), pruning rate and sharpening tools (special abrasive tools are provided). As a result, the blade must be checked frequently during the initial period of use to determine the appropriate grinding time (check every 15 minutes and you will quickly calculate)

Greasing of the blades
The greasing of the blades has sto be repeated each 2-3 working days to guarantee the correct performance of the tool and to avoid the seize of the blades.

• Open the blades of the pruner.
• Turn off the tool and remove the battery.
• Apply the grease between the moving blade and the fix blade (see the picture below).
• Put together the battery and the tool.
• Turn on the pruner and pull the trigger some times to get the grease through the blades.
• Clean the blades from the grease leftover.

Greasing and blade replacement

General maintenance, cleaning, lubrication and blade replacement requires some disassembly and assembly of your pruner.
The cover is fastened to the pruner by 2 screws. The center bolt is secured with an adjustable gear nut, which is locked into place by a gear nut clip. A single bolt secures the gear nut clip.
With the removal of the cover, adjustment clip, gear nut, and center bolt you can access, maintain, clean, lubricate and replacement of blades when necessary.
It is recommended to grease the gears each 3-4 working days to guarantee the correct operating life of the tool.

• A. Loosen the screw of the adjustment clip with an Allen key M4 (1). Remove the screw (1) and the adjustment clip (2). Loosen the nut with a wrench and remove (3). Remove the center screw (4).
• B. Unscrew the cover screws (5).
• C. Remove the cover (6).
• D. Remove the blade (7) and apply grease (8) on the teeth.
• E.Clean the old grease (9) and apply grease on the counter blade (10).
• F. Insert the blade again (11).
• G. Place the cover (12).
• H. Tighten the cover screws (13).
• I. Insert the central screw (14).
  Tighten the nut with a wrench (15). Place the clip with the nut and assemble the screw (16). Tighten the screw with an M4 Allen wrench (17).

Pruner Storage

The most important thing to keep in mind before storing your pruner’s lithium ion batteries is to make sure that the batteries are fully charged up. Storing your battery pack for long extended periods with little or no charge will damage your battery and void your warranty.

• Ensure that the battery is fully charge.
• Avoid storing the device in extremely hot or cold environments.
• If the device will not be used for a long time, remove the battery before storing it.
• Batteries and chargers must be placed in a secure location prevent heat, dust and moisture from entering.
• Batteries should be stored in a dry environment.

Recommended storage temperatures:

• The battery and flammable matter must be kept at least 5-feet apart.
• In order to ensure the service life of the equipment and to prevent its degradation, it must be stored with enough battery power.
• When not in use, charge the battery at least once every 4 months.

Tool indications and warning signals

Charge level indication
To determine your pruner battery charge level your pruner is supplied with a simple to read LED readout.

When the green light is illuminated then your battery is suitable for operation. Depending on operating variables such as diameter of cut, density of wood and frequency of the cuts a typical battery charge will last 3 hours.
Note: When the red light is blinking then you should charge the battery as soon as possible.

Warning tone of batteries
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical parts for replacement. This will ensure the safety of the power tool.

1  long

2  short

| 0.3 seconds

0.1 seconds

| Hold trigger 4 seconds, enter standby mode
2 times| 0.1 seconds| No operation for 3 minutes, Enter standby mode.

Note: Pruners that have cut over 100,000 times, require comprehensive inspection and maintenance.

Waste Disposal and Environmental Protection

Move battery from equipment; recycle battery, tool, accessory and package to kind of waster. The equipment is not part of household waste.
Send the equipment to a recycling center. The metal and plastic in the equipment can be recycled after be screened. For detailed information, please contact the Service Center.
Do not discard the battery in household waste, fire (danger of explosion) or water. In case of the leakage of toxic gas or liquid, damaged battery may cause potential environmental and personal health risk.
Before discarding the battery, please use up electricity. It is recommended to stick the two poles with adhesive tape to prevent short circuit. Do not open the battery.
Dispose the battery according to local regulations. The battery shall be sent to a battery recycling station for environmental-friendly recycling. For detailed information, please consult your local waste management agency or our service center. Dispose the pruned branches in the designated stacks. Do not dispose them with household waste.

Spare parts

If additional spare parts are required, please use the original product and we can provide you with high quality components.

• Battery pack
• Battery charger
• Blades

Warranty

24 months warranty for private users and 12 months warranty for professional users. It covers core parts, including Li-battery, charger, motor and transmission mechanism.
Following conditions invalidate the warranty:

• Any abnormal operation
• Tool not maintained as per the Maintenance Instruction
• Tool modifications
• Any damages even if made by mistake
• Damaged after amateurish repairing.
• Nature caused damages
• Battery not recharged with the requested frequency
• Components subjected to wear (such as blades) during normal operation are not covered by warranty.

This warranty will be applied only if the buyer will fill in the WARRANTY CARD in all requested blanks indicating the Serial number, the purchase date (corresponding to the sale document) and the mark of the dealer. The dealer will have to hold the warranty card and the buyer will have to hold a copy of it and a copy of the sale document. In case of warranty claims the buyer will have to give these documents to the dealer together with the machine. If these documents are missing the machine will be considered out of warranty.

Troubleshooting and repair

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical parts for replacement. This will ensure the safety of the power tool.

Pruner doesn’t start

| Battery out of charge| Charge Battery
Battery not connected| Connect battery
Safety switch cannot be initiated| Open by initiating safety on switch
On / off switch failure| Send to repair service center

Intermittent Operation

| Loose internal connections|

Send to repair service center

On / off switch failure

Hot Blades

| Blade dull| Sharpen or replace the blade
Blade gap| Sharpen or replace the blade
Poor lubrication, resulting in excessive friction| Lubricate blade

Poor Trimming Performance

| Lubrication is not in place, resulting in excessive friction| Lubricate blade
Dirty blade| Clean blade
Blade dull| Sharpen or replace the blade
Trimming quality is poor| Read the instructions carefully
The battery is not fully charged| Charge the battery

Will not charge. Charger red light flashes.

| The battery is not properly placed in the charger| Insert the battery correctly
The battery charger is not connected properly to the power supply| Connect properly
Battery contact point is dirty| Clean the battery contacts
Invalid battery| Replace battery
Battery charger is invalid| Replace Battery Charger

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