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Scotts Ltd. Cotswold House, 1 Crompton Road, Groundwell, Wiltshire. SN25 5AW 

Enquiries: 0344 482 1107 

 

*DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 

 

The crossed out Wheelie Bin logo is used to highlight electrical products that should not 
be disposed of with normal household waste. Scotts Ltd. has contributed to the funding 

of an alternative network of UK recycling facilities. Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk 

to find where your nearest recycling point is and recycle this product at the end of its 

life. 

 

 

 

 

                

               

 

 

 

 

 

 

Made in China 

for  

Scotts Ltd.

 

 

Summary of Contents for M951817

Page 1: ...1 Scotts Ltd Cotswold House 1 Crompton Road Groundwell Wiltshire SN25 5AW Enquiries 0344 482 1107 Product Code M951817 Telescopic Hedge Trimmer INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please retain for reference ...

Page 2: ...ontents I Technical Data 3 II Intended Use 3 III Explanation of Symbols on your product 4 IV Safety Instructions 4 9 V Part Identification 10 VI Assembly 11 14 VII A Ap pp pl li ic ca at ti io on n R Ra an ng ge e 14 VIII Connection 14 IX Operation 14 17 X Maintenance and Servicing 17 XI Guarantee 18 ...

Page 3: ...2 m s2 Overall Length 3 0m Length of cutter blade 450mm Maximum Diameter Cut of The reciprocating Hedge Trimmer blade 16mm 1 2 Weight of hedge trimmer with handle 4 58KGS Minimum reach of hedge trimmer 2 33M Blade Adjustment Degrees 60 to 80 II Intended Use This Telescopic Hedge Trimmer is intended for the cutting of hedges shrubs branches and grass coverings in private domestic gardens and allotm...

Page 4: ... Do not expose to rain Do not leave the product outdoors while it is raining The use of eye protection is recommended IV Safety Instructions If this product is not used properly it can be dangerous The warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this product The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this man...

Page 5: ...uch as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions may cause an accident Electrical safety a Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and match...

Page 6: ...ot wear loose clothing or jewellery Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts g 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 Power tool use and care a Do not force the power ...

Page 7: ...om the cutter blades Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Cutter blades contacting a live wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool live and could give the operator an electric shock Keep cable away from the cutting area During operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can be accidentally cut by t...

Page 8: ... to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects All adjustments turning the blade unit inclining the blade head should be made with protective sheath in place and the Telescopic Hedge Trimmer must not rest on the blade in the process Before using the product and after any impact check for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary Before using the Telescopic Hedge Trimmer always ma...

Page 9: ...e operating condition If the product starts to vibrate abnormally check immediately Excessive vibration can cause injury Before passing to another person Maintenance and storage RISK OF INJURY Do not touch blades When finishing or interrupting work fit protective cover Keep all nuts bolts and screws secure to be sure the Telescopic Hedge Trimmer is in a safe working condition Store disconnected in...

Page 10: ...10 Scotts Ltd Cotswold House 1 Crompton Road Groundwell Wiltshire SN25 5AW Enquiries 0344 482 1107 V Part Identification 1 2 3 4 5 6 12 7 8 9 10 11 13 ...

Page 11: ... calling the Scotts and co helpline on 0344 482 1107 WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in...

Page 12: ...houlder strap to ensure the machine is well balanced and as comfortable as possible Use the strap to take the weight of the trimmer especially when the telescopic poles are fully extended Using the strap to its potential will make trimming much easier faster and less tiring Telescopic Hedge Trimmer Assembly 1 Remove from packaging and extend the telescopic pole to its longest operating position as...

Page 13: ...to shorten the overall length or pull apart to lengthen See Figure 19 below Fig 19 NOTE Extend the telescopic pole only to the length required to reach the hedges and branches being trimmed Do not extend the handle above waist height When the desired length is achieved tighten the extension pole knob screw NOTE Adjust hand placement on the telescopic pole grip or additional handle to achieve prope...

Page 14: ...gned for cutting and trimming hedges branches bushes and shrubs around your house or allotment Any other usage will invalidate your guarantee The electric hedge trimmer is designed for use by adults Adolescents over 16 years may use it only under supervision DO NOT USE this machine in the rain or damp conditions The operator or user is responsible for accidents or damage to other people or their p...

Page 15: ...ble serious injury Wear head protection when using the trimmer WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury Starting and Stopping See Figure 11 as below Fig 11 1 Connect the hedge trimmer plug to power supply 2 To start the blade movement push the loc...

Page 16: ...djust trimmer angle adjustment head until it snaps securely into place at one of their available positions indicated CAUTION Do not place hand between pivoting head and threaded base Failure to heed this caution could result in a pinch point injury Cutting Tips WARNING Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles Never hold shrubs or branches with one hand and operate hedge trimmer with the...

Page 17: ... More of the hedge will be exposed when shaped this way and it will be more uniform Take extra care not to cut or entangle the string in the cutting blades of the trimmer Wear gloves when trimming branches thorny or prickly growth hedges When trimming new growth use a wide sweeping action so that the stems are fed directly into the cutting blade Older growth will have thicker stems and will be tri...

Page 18: ...This product is guaranteed against faulty workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of purchase Your guarantee will be invalidated if the machine is modified in any way used for purposes outside the parameters of this instruction manual or willfully damaged or abused Your statutory rights remain unaffected ...

Page 19: ...t Wheelie Bin logo is used to highlight electrical products that should not be disposed of with normal household waste Scotts Ltd has contributed to the funding of an alternative network of UK recycling facilities Please visit www recycle more co uk to find where your nearest recycling point is and recycle this product at the end of its life 回 Made in China for Scotts Ltd ...

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