310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 1 EN OWNER’S MANUAL and SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Double Edged (Models DEHT19, DEHT24) Electric Hedge Trimmers ! WARNING DANGER ! BLADES ARE EXTREMELY SHARP. TO AVOID INJURY WHEN UNPACKING THE HEDGE TRIMMER, DO NOT GRASP THE BLADES.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page I. IMPORTANT INFORMATION A. Introduction .......................................................................................................2 II. GENERAL SAFETY RULES ...........................................................................................3 A. Safety Decals......................................................................................................4 B.
10706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 3 II. GENERAL SAFETY RULES Warning: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions. For safe operations: 1) Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries. 2) Consider work area environment.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 4 ! WARNING DANGER ! ! WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, ! HEED IT’S WARNING!! STAY ALERT!! A. SAFETY DECALS AND DANGER ! TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR ACCIDENTS, COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 5 ! C. SPECIAL SAFETY RULES 1. Read and understand the owner’s manual. Pay particular attention to all sections regarding safety. 2. Always keep a firm grip on both handles while the blades are moving and/or the motor is running. On Double Edged units, one hand grasps the front ‘loop’ handle, while the other hand grasps the rear handle. BE AWARE!! The blades coast after triggers are released or motor is switched off.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 6 III. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING DANGER ! ! WARNING DANGER ! BLADES ARE EXTREMELY SHARP. TO AVOID INJURY WHEN UNPACKING THE HEDGE TRIMMER, DO NOT GRASP THE BLADES. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER Your Mantis hedge trimmer has been assembled for you at the factory.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 7 1. Read care and safety instructions carefully before attempting to use this trimmer. Only after you are familiar with your hedge trimmer and all of its controls and the functions should you start the trimmer. 2. Before plugging into an electric circuit, be sure that the voltage supply is as specified on hedge trimmer. Models DEHT19 and DEHT24 are rated at 390 watts at 115 volts. 3.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 8 VI. SERVICE A. TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy 1. Blades don’t cut cleanly. Blades are dull or not adjusted properly. Have blades sharpened and adjusted. 2. Blades don’t move when turned on. Blades are adjusted too tight. Re-adjust blades following service instructions. 3. Excessive electrical arcing from vents in top of trimmer. Worn brushes. Replace brushes - follow service instructions. B.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 9 VII.
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310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 11 Double Edge Front Loop Handle Assembly KEY # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PART # 3033 310405 310219 310203 310207 310504 310500 310218 DESCRIPTION Switch Normally Open Switch Normally Closed Loop Handle Trigger Set Loop Handle Set Shield Screw Plasti-Tite #8 x 1” Screw Plasti-Tite #8 x 3/4” Loop Handle Trigger Strap QTY.
310706 Electric Trimmer EN_310700 Electric Trimmer.qxd 7/28/10 3:01 PM Page 12 VIII. SPECIFICATIONS Model DEHT19 DEHT24 Cutting Length cm (in.) 48 (19) 61 (24) Weight kg (lb) 3.89 (8.6) 4.04 (8.9) All listed hedge trimmers are rated for 230 volts AC at 50 hertz. The A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the operator position has been measured at: LPA = 80 dB(A). These measurements were made in accordance with EN ISO 11201:1996 under no-load conditions. The Hand-Arm weighted r.m.s.
