Environmental Information
• Awareness of the environment must be considered
when disposing of ‘end-of-life’ product.
• If necessary, contact your local authority for disposal information.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
• This product contains a NiMH battery and should not
be discarded with normal household waste at the end
of its life.
• The battery must be removed from the product before
disposal.
• The battery should be disposed of safely.
• Do NOT dispose of used battery with household
waste.
• Do NOT dispose of battery to water.
• NiMH batteries can be harmful and should be
disposed of through the recognised recycling facility in
accordance with European Regulations.
• Do NOT incinerate.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more
detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local council office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
ENGLISH - 2
Battery
Battery Pack Care
1. If over a period of time the Battery Pack quickly
runs down after a full 6 hour charging period, a
replacement Battery Pack is needed.
2
. There will be some charge present in the Battery
Pack but to ensure maximum running time,
charge your Battery Pack for 6 hours before first
u
se.
3
. To prevent permanent Battery Pack damage,
never store in a discharged condition.
4. Contact your local approved service
centre/dealer/distributor for a replacement Battery
Pack and for safe disposal of your old Battery
Pack.
5.
Battery
18 Volt 1.7 Amp/Hour "High Power"
No maintenance required
•
IMPORTANT
DISPOSE OF YOUR OLD BATTERIES PACK
SAFELY
DO NOT CUT OPEN, BURN OR INCINERATE.
Winter Storage
1
. Fully charge for 5-6 hours before winter storage.
2
. Re-charge the Battery Pack every 3 to 4 months
for a full 6 hour charging period to top up the
battery charge during winter storage.
3. Avoid extended storage without re-charge.
4. Store in a cool dry place.
For Further information on Battery Pack replacement,
contact your local dealer.
Charging the Battery
Initial Charging Procedure
1. Use the charger indoors only.
2. Ensure the charger is not exposed to moisture.
Keep the charger and the Battery Pack dry at all
times.
Keep the charger well ventilated during charging.
3. Attach the charger connector
(F1)
to the Battery
Pack.
4. Plug the charger
(F2)
into a suitable household
electrical wall socket and switch on.
5. The red indicator lamp
(F3)
glows continuously
during charging.
6. Full charge will be achieved in 5-6 hours. During
charging the charger becomes warm. This is
normal and means the charger is operating
correctly.
Re-Charging the Battery Pack
1. Re-charge the Battery Pack as soon as the
cutting power of your trimmer begins to die and
slow down.
2. Avoid running the Battery Pack into "deep"
discharge, i.e. avoid flattening the Battery Pack
completely.
3. Follow the procedure outlined in the
Initial
Charging Procedure.
4. Charging the Battery Pack according to these
instructions should ensure maximum battery life.
Battery Pack Assembly (G)
1. Attach the Battery Pack as illustrated in
Figure G
,
ensuring that it clicks into position and is located
firmly.
2. To remove, press the two buttons
(G1)
on either
side of the Battery Pack and slide off.
1
2 If the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
immediately. Excessive vibration can cause
injury.
Maintenance and storage
1
. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the trimmer is in safe working condition.
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
3
. Only use the replacement cutting line specified for
this product.
4. Only use replacement parts and accessories
recommended by Husqvarna UK Ltd.
5. After any maintenance in dealing with the cutting
l
ine, always return the product to its normal
o
perating position before switching on
6. To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and hands
clear of the line cutter on the leading edge of the
g
uard.
7
. Clean unit with a dry cloth. Never use metal
objects to clean the unit.
8. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Any
r
epairs must be carried out by an authorised repairer.
9. Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of children.
Do not store outdoors.
10.Allow the product to cool for at least 30 minutes
before storing.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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