SNOWJOE sunjoe 24V-HT18-LTE Manuel De L'opérateur page 12

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WARNING!
Never spray or clean the hedge shears
with water.
1. Clean the hedge shears with a dry towel, particularly
the ventilation slits, after each use, or use a brush in the
event of heavy soiling. Spray the blades with lightweight
machine oil after each use.
2. Store the hedge trimmer in the blade cover provided.
Store the hedge trimmer in a dry location out of the reach
of children.
3. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage. Please contact an authorized
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(1-866-766-9563) for all replacement parts and
accessories for your product.
Lubricate the Blades
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge
trimmer blade before and after each use.
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery.
2. Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply any
lightweight machine oil along the edge of the top blade
(Fig. 7).
Fig. 7
If you will be using the hedge trimmer for an extended period,
it is advisable to stop work intermittently in order to re-oil the
blade.
NOTE: Do not oil while the hedge trimmer is running.
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery.
2. Lubricate the hedge trimmer as described above.
3. Insert the battery and resume use.
Sharpening the Blades
The blade must be re-sharpened if cutting performance and
behavior begin to deteriorate (i.e. if blades frequently snag on
branches).
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery. Clamp the blade
in a vise.
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2. File the exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth with
a smooth round file. Be sure to retain the original angle of
the tooth when filing.
3. Remove the blade from the vise, and power on the motor
until the unsharpened edges of the remaining blade teeth
are exposed.
4. Remove the battery and repeat the sharpening procedure
as necessary.
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WARNING!
or damaged cutting blades. This may cause overload and will
give unsatisfactory cutting results.
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Cleaning the Hedge Trimmer
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery.
2. Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer
using a damp cloth and mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic
housing or the handle. These parts can be damaged by certain
aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as
kerosene.
Storage
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery.
2. Clean the hedge trimmer thoroughly before storing.
3. Always place the blade cover on the blade before storing
or transporting the hedge trimmer. Use caution to avoid
the sharp teeth of the blade.
4. Store the hedge trimmer indoors, in a dry place that is
inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents
such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
5. Always store the hedge trimmer in a place that is
inaccessible to children. The ideal storage temperature is
between 50ºF and 86ºF (10ºC and 30ºC).
6. We recommend using the original package for storage or
covering the product with a suitable cloth or enclosure to
protect it against dust.
Recycling + Disposal
The product comes in a package that protects it against
damage during shipping. Keep the package until you are
sure that all parts have been delivered and the product is
functioning properly. Recycle the package afterwards.
WEEE symbol. Waste electrical product should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with you local authority or
local store for recycling advice.
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Do not operate the hedge trimmer with dull