GasLessTM Hedge Trimmer CHT 410 Instruction Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 20.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….…………………………………………… Table of contents ……………………………………………………………. General safety warnings …………………………………………………… Eye and facial, hearing, breathing & body protection …………………… Electrical safety ……………………………………………………………… Product safety notices – Owner’s registration …………………………… General power tool safety warnings ……………………………………… Work area safety …………………………………………………………….
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. This instruction manual includes the following: General Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules and Symbols Functional Description Assembly Operation Maintenance Accessories WARNING: Retain this manual for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS BREATHING PROTECTION WARNING: Always wear breathing protection BODY PROTECTION WARNING: Always wear non-slip gloves that fit properly to protect your hands and to help you grip the tool. WARNING: Always wear sturdy clothing with long sleeves and long pants. Never operate the tool while wearing shorts, short sleeve shirt or while shirtless. WARNING: Always wear non-slip safety boots to prevent foot injuries and slipping that could cause loss of control of the tool.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS Do not expose power tools, chargers or Power Cells to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the tool, chargers or Power Cells will increase the risk of electric shock. GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS ! WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the power cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the charger.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Personal Safety – cont’d Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for the application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer when used at the rate for which it was designed. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Power tool use and care – cont’d General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Service Use the power tool and accessories 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.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ! WARNING: Dust created by use of this product may contain chemicals known to the State of California and medical experts to cause cancer, respiratory injuries, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Compounds in fertilizers • Compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. • Commercial and household chemicals.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES When transporting (even for short distances), leaving the tool idle or unattended, or storing the hedge trimmer always carefully fit the protective blade guard over the cutting blades. Carry the hedge trimmer by the forward assist handle with the cutting blades stopped and the cutting blades facing rearward. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce the risk of injury from the cutting blades.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Liquid ejected from the Power Cell may cause irritation or burns. If the cutting blades strike a foreign object of the hedge trimmer starts making any unusual noise or vibration, turn the switches OFF, wait for the cutting blades to stop and remove the Power Cell. Tighten any loose parts and inspect the tool for damage. Replace any damaged parts with identical replacement parts.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES SERVICE Have your hedge trimmer serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure the safety of the hedge trimmer is maintained. MAINTENANCE & STORAGE When the hedge trimmer is being stopped for servicing, inspection, transport or storage, turn the switches OFF, wait for the cutting blades to come to a complete stop and remove the Power Cell.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS If the housing of the Power Cell breaks, cracks, swells, or is punctured immediately discontinue its use and do not recharge. NOTE: Detailed instructions are packed with the Power Cell and Charger. ! Do not charge or use the Power Cell if it has been dropped or has received a sharp blow, a heavy weight has been imposed upon it, has been overheated, or is cracked, crushed, deformed or punctured.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING: Leakage from the Power Cell may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions, or if the Power Cell is damaged, crushed or punctured. This leakage indicates a failure of the Power Cell and the Power Cell should be properly disposed of per local hazardous material regulations. If this leakage gets on your skin, or eyes follow these steps: 1. Wash skin immediately and thoroughly with soap and water. 2.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use the charger only in a standard 120 V AC, 60 Hz electrical outlet. Do not operate the charger if the cord or plug is damaged. Have a qualified technician replace the damaged cord and plug immediately. ! WARNING: Do not use the charger in wet or damp conditions. The charger is intended for indoor use only. Do not use outdoors. Do not expose to dew, rain or garden sprinklers, frost, or snow. Do not use the charger near sinks or tubs.
SYMBOLS ! WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the Hedge Trimmer, Power Cell or Power Cell chargers, or this manual. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool.
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER Forward assist handle Lock-off switch Power Cell Core direct drive motor Nose guard Start switch Hand guard Rear handle Trigger switch Cutting blades ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES Before using any accessory, carefully read the instructions or the owner’s manual for the accessory. See chart below ! WARNING: Use only accessories that are recommended for this gasless hedge trimmer. Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories.
CONTENTS HEDGE TRIMMER COMPONENTS KEY DESCRIPTION QTY A Hedge trimmer 1 Carefully unpack the hedge trimmer and Depending upon if a Hedge Trimmer compare the contents against the kit was purchased, one or more Power "HEDGE TRIMMER COMPONENTS" Cells and/or one of the following chart at right.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING THE BLADE GUARD ! WARNING: The blade guard must be installed on the hedge trimmer at all times except when the hedge trimmer is being operated. Carrying or storing the hedge trimmer without the blade guard installed may result in serious personal injury. 1. Slide the blade guard (1) over the cutting blades (2) (Fig. 1). 2. Make sure the blade guard slides fully onto the cutting blades to ensure all cutting teeth are covered (Fig. 2). Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING MOTOR CONTROL SWITCHES – cont’d 3. While squeezing the trigger switch, push the START switch (3) forward momentarily with your thumb. At this point, the hedge trimmer will start reciprocating the cutting blades. NOTE: Once the hedge trimmer has started, release the START button and the hedge trimmer will continue to run. 4. To stop the hedge trimmer, release the trigger switch. Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING ! WARNING For safety reasons, the operator must read the sections of this Owner’s Manual entitled "GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS", "GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS", "SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES", "POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" and "SYMBOLS" before using this hedge trimmer. Verify the following every time the hedge trimmer is used: 1. 2. 3. Safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection device, hearing protection and all required safety clothing are being worn.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING THE POWER CELL – cont’d 2. Slide the Power Cell into the matching cavity (3) in the rear of the upper cowling (4). NOTE: Make sure you push the Power Cell fully into the cavity. The locking latch (5) will click when the Power Cell is properly installed. 3. Pull outward on the Power Cell to verify that it is being held in place by the locking latch. Fig. 4 To remove the Power Cell for recharging or storage, press the locking latch toward the Power Cell.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING CUTTING THE VERTICAL SIDES OF THE HEDGE To cut the vertical sides of the hedge, swing the blade upward from the bottom of the hedge in an arc (Fig. 7). Repeat the arc motion by lowering the blade to the bottom of the hedge and swinging it upward in an arc again to make the cut. Gradually move forward as the hedge is trimmed the desired amount. NOTE: Cutting the sides of a tall hedge where your arms are raised above head height is very tiring.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL POWER CELL REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING ! WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To preserve our natural resources, please recycle or dispose of Power Cells properly. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and disposal options. ! WARNING: DO NOT use solvents for cleaning the trimmer, the chargers or the Power Cells.
REPLACEMENT PARTS ! WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the hedge trimmer. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this hedge trimmer may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician. For more information, call the Toll-free Helpline, at 1-855-831-CORE (2673). Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number.
WARRANTY CORE™ Outdoor Power - Limited Product Warranty Statement for CHT 420 CORE GasLess™ Hedge Trimmer and Accessories Sold Only in the 48 Contiguous United States of America and Canada, effective September 18, 2012.
WARRANTY CORE™ Outdoor Power - Limited Product Warranty Statement for CHT 420 CORE GasLess™ Hedge Trimmer and Accessories Sold Only in the 48 Contiguous United States of America and Canada, effective September 18, 2012. Page 2 of 5 A copy of the valid proof of original purchase [which proof documentation provides identification of the product model and the date of original purchase] must be included with the returned product in order to obtain warranty service.
WARRANTY CORE™ Outdoor Power - Limited Product Warranty Statement for CHT 420 CORE GasLess™ Hedge Trimmer and Accessories Sold Only in the 48 Contiguous United States of America and Canada, effective September 18, 2012. Page 3 of 5 Commercial Application 2 Year Warranty – All products used for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, or for income producing use [e.g. professional landscape services] will be covered by this limited warranty for two (2) years from the original date of purchase.
WARRANTY CORE™ Outdoor Power - Limited Product Warranty Statement for CHT 420 CORE GasLess™ Hedge Trimmer and Accessories Sold Only in the 48 Contiguous United States of America and Canada, effective September 18, 2012. Page 4 of 5 Also, some units are sold by retailers as “used” or “reconditioned”. These denotations or comments that the unit may have been sold “as is” are generally stated on the receipt. Used or reconditioned products are not extended coverage under this warranty.
WARRANTY CORE™ Outdoor Power - Limited Product Warranty Statement for CHT 420 CORE GasLess™ Hedge Trimmer and Accessories Sold Only in the 48 Contiguous United States of America and Canada, effective September 18, 2012.
WARRANTY SERVICE Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Repair Service or Aftermarket Non-Warranty Repair Service: To arrange for CORE™ Outdoor Power product warranty or aftermarket repair service: 1. Before returning a non-functioning GasLess™ Hedge Trimmer to a CORE™ Authorized Service Center for service, please first determine if the difficulty is potentially due to: 1) a non-functional Power Cell, or 2) a non-functional Power Cell charger, or 3) a non-functional hedge trimmer tool.
WARRANTY SERVICE The original purchaser will be able to obtain a free replacement from the local authorized dealer of a Power Cell, Power Cell charger, if: a. b. The CORE™ Outdoor Power local authorized dealer determines that there is a non-functioning Power Cell or Power Cell charger. And that such non-functional component is found to be as a result of a defect in material or workmanship as covered within the applicable terms and period of the limited warranty.
WARRANTY SERVICE d. Attach a copy of the valid proof of original purchase [which documentation identifies the product model and the date of original purchase] with the service request form. Please retain for your records, your original of the valid proof of original purchase. 5. We recommend the package be shipped insured for full value utilizing ground freight.
WARRANTY SERVICE Can I have parts sent to me under the CORE™ Outdoor Power warranty? Unfortunately, we are unable to send out warranty replacement parts directly to consumers. However, local authorized retailers or dealers may assist consumers directly with warranty or aftermarket service replacement of Power Cells, Power Cell chargers and CORE™ accessories. As our warranty states, warranty service is available with valid proof of original purchase through CORE™ Outdoor Power’s Authorized Service Center.
CORE™ Outdoor Power Authorized Service Request Form Date:_______________________ Company or Institution Name [if applicable]: _____________________________________________ Name of Purchaser [or name of contact person for Company or Institutionallyowned product]: ________________________________________________ Physical Return Delivery Address [Note: we are unable to deliver to PO boxes]: Street Address: ________________________________________________ Address continued: ____________________________________
CORE™ Outdoor Power Authorized Service Request Form – cont’d Tool or accessory Model Number: _______________________________ Tool or accessory Serial Number: _______________________________ Type of usage [mark with an X]: Personal Home Use ______ Commercial / Institutional Use ______ Rental Tool Use ______ Description of problem with product / part: Attach a copy of valid proof of original purchase [which documentation identifies product model and date of original purchase] Rev 1.
