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KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER

To install the battery:

1.  Align the battery with the cavity in the housing.  
2.  Insert battery in the housing until battery release button 

(E) locks into place. You should hear a “click” once it is 

installed.

To remove the battery:

1.  Press the battery release button (E) on the hedge 

trimmer.

  This will cause the battery to raise out of the tool 

slightly.

2. 

of the tool.

        

IMPORTANT:

 The battery may not be fully charged 

when purchased. Before using the hedge trimmer for the 

charge. Make sure to read all safety precautions, and fol-

low the instructions in the battery and charger manuals.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

To avoid personal injury: 

•  Handle the blade with care.

• 

could get pinched or cut.

•  Never service the blade or hedge trimmer unless the battery is removed.

•  Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles to prevent your hand from touching  

the blade.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in 

this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of  this  
product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

Guard

The guard (G) helps prevent the operator’s hands from slipping into the blades.

Trigger

The lock-out button (I) must be pressed before the trigger (J) can be depressed. The lock-out button (I) 

can be released after the tool has started.

BATTERY

1

E

2

Summary of Contents for KHT 240-07

Page 1: ...efore returning to your retailer call our customer service department at 1 888 3KOBALT 1 888 356 2258 8 a m 8 p m EST Monday Friday ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date 40 V HEDGE TRIMMER ITEM 0796788 MODEL KHT 240 07 Español p 17 ...

Page 2: ... Operating Instructions 11 Care and Maintenance 13 Troubleshooting 14 Warranty 15 Replacement Parts List 16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS COMPONENTS Type Blade length Cutting capacity Reciprocating speed Weight without battery SPECIFICATIONS Cordless battery operated 24 in 3 4 in 3 000 10 SPM 6 86 lbs Symbols 4 ...

Page 3: ...3 PACKAGE CONTENTS PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY A Hedge Trimmer 1 B Scabbard 1 C D Battery Charger 1 1 A B D C ...

Page 4: ... using this product Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft away Eye protection Wear eye protection with side shields that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 when operating this equipment Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property damage Sharp Blade Do not install or use any type of blade on a p...

Page 5: ... product Save these Instructions To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you have read this Owner s Manual thoroughly and understand it completely If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in this Owner s Manual do not use this product Call 1 888 356 2258 for assistance The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into yo...

Page 6: ...o not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Use a battery operated tool only with specified battery pack Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire 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 PERSON...

Page 7: ...ny other condition that may affect the power tools 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 instruction...

Page 8: ...he cutter blade Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material Blades coast after turn off A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible...

Page 9: ...batteries or a separate battery must be recharged only with the GROUNDING In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This battery charger is double insulated and has a two prong polarized plug one blade is wider DO NOT change the plug in any way IN ALL cases make sure the outlet is properly ...

Page 10: ...y Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the Package Contents list are included Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 888 3KOBALT...

Page 11: ...ls OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid personal injury Handle the blade with care could get pinched or cut Never service the blade or hedge trimmer unless the battery is removed Always keep both hands on the hedge trimmer handles to prevent your hand from touching the blade The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator s manual as...

Page 12: ...ANT If the hedge trimmer is accidentally dropped the unit will turn off and the blades will coast to a To turn on and off WARNING Replace the battery or the charger immediately if the battery case or charger cord is damaged Verify that the trigger switch is in the OFF position before inserting or removing the battery Verify that the battery is removed and the trigger switch is in the OFF position ...

Page 13: ...move dirt and debris from blades using a small dry paint brush or equivalent not included 3 After heavy use it is recommended to thoroughly check your blades for deformation or imperfections technician to help sharpen blades Always use a metal 2 Clean blades by spraying an appropriate degreaser not included on the blades and cutting bar ...

Page 14: ...ur model Motor runs but cutting blades do not move 1 Hedge trimmer damaged 1 Do not use the hedge trimmer Call 1 888 3KOBALT 1 888 356 2258 for technical service Hedge trimmer smokes during operation 1 Hedge trimmer damaged 1 Do not use the hedge trimmer Call 1 888 3KOBALT 1 888 356 2258 for technical service Motor hums blades do not move 1 Debris or other may be jamming the blades 1 Remove batter...

Page 15: ... replacement or refund or call 1 888 3KOBALT 1 888 356 2258 for warranty service This warranty is void if defects in materials or workmanship or damages result from repairs or alterations which have been made or attempted by others or the unauthorized use of nonconforming parts the damage is due to normal wear damage is due to abuse including overloading of the tool beyond capacity improper mainte...

Page 16: ...ENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts call our customer service department at 1 888 3KOBALT 1 888 356 2258 8 a m 8 p m EST Monday Friday PART DESCRIPTION PART AA Auxiliary handle guard 341011917 Printed in China AA ...

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