AEG ALP18, Original Instructions Manual

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Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY 

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any 
way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, 
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. 

There is an increased risk of electric 

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

 Water entering a 

power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or 
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or 
moving parts. 

Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable 
for outdoor use.

 Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of 

electric shock.

If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual 
current device (RCD) protected supply.

 Use of an RCD reduces the risk of 

electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY 

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when 
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired 
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

 A moment of 

inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat 
or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal 
injuries.

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position 
before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or 
carrying the tool. 

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or 

energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.

 A 

wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result 
in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 

This 

enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair 
and clothing away from moving parts.

 Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair 

can be caught in moving parts.

TECHNICAL DATA

CORDLESS SECATEURS

ALP18

Rated voltage  

18 V d.c.

Cutting capacity 

Softwood 

30 mm

Hardwood 

25 mm

Product length 

 0.29 m

Noise emission values determined according to IEC 62841-1:

Sound Pressure Level at Operator Position 

L

pA

 = 71.8 dB(A)

Uncertainty 

K

= 3.0 dB

A-weighted sound power level 

L

WA

 = 82.8 dB(A)

Uncertainty 

K

 = 3.0 dB

Vibration total values determined according to EN IEC 62841-1:

Vibration emission value (front/rear) 

a

h

 = 1.4 m/s²

Uncertainty 

K

 = 1.5 m/s²

Weight (without battery) 

0.96 kg

Weight with the heaviest battery pack 

2.1 kg

Cutting cycle time 

≤ 1 second

Recommended use: Allow 1 second between each cut.  

If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection 
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.

 Use of dust 

collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to 
become complacent and ignore tool safety principles.

 A careless action can 

cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your 
application. 

The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate 

for which it was designed.

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.

 Any 

power tool that cannot be controlled with switch is dangerous and must be 
repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery 
pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, 
changing accessories, or storing power tools.

 Such preventive safety 

measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow 
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate 
the power tool.

 Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding 
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may 
affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool 
repaired before use.

 Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power 

tools.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

 Properly maintained cutting tools with 

sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these 
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work 
to be performed.

 Use of the power tool for operations different from those 

intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and 
grease.

 Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling 

and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE 

Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.

 A charger 

that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used 
with another battery pack.

Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.

 Use of 

any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, 
like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that 
can make a connection from one terminal to another.

 Shorting the battery 

terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid 
contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts 
eyes, additionally seek medical help.

 Liquid ejected from the battery may 

cause irritation or burns.

Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified.

 Damaged 

or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, 
explosion or risk of injury.

Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature.

Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.

Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or 
tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.

 Charging 

improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the 
battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only 
identical replacement parts.

 This will ensure that the safety of the power 

tool is maintained.

Never service damaged battery packs.

 Service of battery packs should only 

be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

CORDLESS SECATEURS SAFETY WARNINGS

DANGER! 

Keep hands away from the blade. Contact with the blade will 

result in serious personal injury.

WARNING! 

Do not leave the product unattended before the LED and 

sound indicate that it is off.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently, and use them to instruct 
others who may use the product. If you loan someone the product, loan them 
these instructions also to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental 
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, or people who are unfamiliar 
with these instructions to use the product. Local restrictions may limit the age 
of operator.
Do not operate the product in poor lighting. Use the product only in daylight 
or good artificial light.
Do not use the product to cut wires.
Do not use the product where there is a risk of hidden wiring.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting moving parts, always 
turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and make sure that all moving 
parts have come to a stop:

■

before clearing a blockage

■

before checking, cleaning, or working on the product

■

before changing accessories 

■

before leaving the product unattended

■

before performing maintenance

Keep the product clean of clippings and other materials. They may 
become lodged between the jaw and blade.
Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets while operating 
the product.
When cutting a limb under tension, be alert for springback so that you 
will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibres is released.
Maintain the product with care. Keep the cutting blades sharp and 
clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow the 
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 
Before using the product, check for damaged parts and press the trigger 
to ensure that the cutting blades open and close correctly. Check the 
product regularly to make sure that it will operate properly and perform 
the intended function. Keep hands away from the blade.
Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating the product, 
wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is reported that cold 
weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use of the product. 
When using any product for prolonged periods, ensure to take regular 
breaks.
Operate the product only in temperatures between 0°C and 40°C.
Store the product in a location where the ambient temperature is 
between 0°C and 40°C.

ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS

To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a 
short circuit, never immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in fluid or 
allow fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as 
seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing 
products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is 
between 10°C and 38°C.
Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is 
between 0°C and 40°C.
Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient temperature is 
between 0°C and 40°C.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow both to cool before 
storing or transporting.
Remove all foreign materials from the product. Install the blade cover.