ITEM #0813635 80 V HEDGE TRIMMER MODEL #KHT 260B Español p. 17 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........ 2 Package Contents .................................................................................................................... 3 Symbols .................................................................................................................................... 4 Safety Information .................................................................................................................... 6 Preparation ......................................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS A B PART DESCRIPTION A Hedge Trimmer B Scabbard 3 QUANTITY 1 1
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOLS Save these Instructions The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injuries. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. 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 • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
SAFETY INFORMATION • 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. • If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dustrelated hazards. Always wear eye protection.
SAFETY INFORMATION HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS • Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury. • 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. Blades coast after turn off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow safety rules listed below may result in • Do not place the charger where the power cord might be stepped on, tripped on, or subjected to damage. • A battery-operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery must be recharged only with the • GROUNDING In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current, and reduces the risk of electric shock.
PREPARATION Make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product. Remove the hedge trimmer from the box, then remove scabbard and place the charged battery in the hedge trimmer before beginning operation. UNPACKING • This product requires no assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the Package Contents list are included.
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. Guard The guard (D) helps prevent the operator’s hands from slipping into the blades.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING • Replace the battery or the charger immediately if the battery case or charger cord is damaged. • Verify that the trigger switch is in the OFF position before inserting or removing the battery. • Verify that the battery is removed and the trigger switch is in the OFF position before inspecting, adjusting, or performing maintenance on any part of the hedge trimmer. • Read, understand, and follow the instructions contained in the charger manual.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Hedge Trimmer Blade Maintenance Note: Before performing maintenance, remove the battery from the hedge trimmer. 1. Remove dirt and debris from blades using a small dry paint brush or equivalent (not included). 2. Clean blades by spraying an appropriate degreaser (not included) on the blades and cutting bar. 3. After heavy use, it is recommended to thoroughly check your blades for deformation or imperfections technician to help sharpen blades.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 4. After each blade is sharpened, it is required to apply a light machine oil or lithium based spray-on grease (not included) to the blades. TROUBLESHOOTING If you still have questions or an unresolved issue after going through this troubleshooting guide, or just want to speak to a Kobalt product expert, please call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Friday. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Motor fails to start 1.
WARRANTY 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Kobalt 80 V Hedge Trimmer is warranted to the original purchaser from the original purchase This Kobalt 80 V Hedge Trimmer is warranted for the original user to be free from defects in material and workmanship.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
