Sun Joe HJ15HTE - User Manual

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A Division of Snow Joe

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, LLC

Model HJ15HTE

Form No. SJ-HJ15HTE-880E-MR1

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER

15-INCH | 3.8-AMP

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These

Instructions Before Use

Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may

result in serious bodily injury or death.

General Safety WARNINGS!

You and any other operator of this hedge trimmer must read,

understand, and follow these instructions in their entirety.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in

ELECTRIC

SHOCK, FIRE

, and/or serious

PERSONAL INJURY.

Notice the personal safety alert symbol

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used in this

manual to draw your attention to a

WARNING

given along

with the particular operating instruction. This means that

the operation requires special

ATTENTION, CAUTION,

and

AWARENESS.

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WARNING!

This unit can be dangerous! Careless or

improper use can cause serious injury.

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WARNING!

The moving blades can cut you. Keep

hands and feet away from the blades and the cutting area.
Before using the hedge trimmer, familiarize yourself with

the controls, especially how to stop the hedge trimmer in

an emergency. The only individuals who should use the

hedge trimmer are those who thoroughly understand these

instructions and know how to properly operate the unit.

Children should never be allowed access to the hedge trimmer.
Retain this manual for future reference and reread it at the start

of each trimming season.

1. Keep work area clean and well-lit –

Cluttered, dark

areas invite accidents.

2. Replacement parts –

When servicing this unit, use only

identical replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged

cords immediately.

3. Keep children, bystanders, and pets away –

All spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe

distance away from the work area.

4. Know your product –

Know how to start and stop the

machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

5. Use the right tool –

Do not use this machine for any job

except that for which it was intended.

6. Dress properly –

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as

such articles can become caught in moving parts. Wear

a protective covering to contain long hair. Wearing rubber

gloves and substantial non-slip footwear is recommended

when working outdoors.

7. Extension cords –

To prevent electric shock, use only

with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

8. Avoid accidental starting –

Do not carry the hedge

trimmer with your finger on the switch. Make sure the

switch is off before plugging in or unplugging the unit.

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CAUTION!

Moving parts will continue to run for several

seconds after turning off the machine.

9. Do not abuse the cord –

Never carry the hedge trimmer

by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the

receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp

edges.

10. Moving parts –

Keep hands and feet away from moving

parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order.

11. Do not force the tool –

It will perform better with less

likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at

the rate for which it was designed.

12. Do not overreach –

Keep proper footing and balance at

all times.

13. Use safety glasses –

Also use safety footwear,

snug-fitting clothing, protective gloves, hearing,

and head protection.

14. Disconnect the tool –

Disconnect the hedge trimmer

from the power supply when it is not in use, before

servicing it, when changing accessories, and when

performing any other maintenance task.

15.

Store idle tool indoors –

When not in use, the hedge

trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry and high or

locked-up place out of the reach of children.

16. Maintain the hedge trimmer with care –

Keep the

cutting edges sharp and clean for optimal performance

and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect the extension

cord periodically and immediately replace it if damaged.

Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

Follow the additional recommendations described in the

maintenance section of this manual.

17. Avoid dangerous environments –

Do not use the hedge

trimmer in rain or in damp or wet locations. Do not operate

the hedge trimmer in gaseous or explosive atmospheres

or use the hedge trimmer near flammable or combustible

liquids. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the

sparks might ignite fumes.