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Original instructions 

 

 

 

SYMBOLS 

 

WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous 
tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read 
and understand the contents of this operator

s manual. 

 
 

Always wear: 

  

• 

Approved hearing protection 

 

• 

Approved eye protection 

 

 
 
 

Always wear approved protective gloves. 

 

 
 

 

Symbols on the product or its packaging indicate that this product cannot be handled as 
domestic  waste.  It  must  instead  be  submitted  to  an  appropriate  recycling  station  for 
the recovery of electrical and electronic equipment. (Applies to Europe only) 

 

 
 
 

Do not expose to rain. 

 

Direct current 

 

 
 

 

Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community

s Directive 

The machine

s emission is specified in the Technical data chapter and on the label. 

 
 

Symbols on the battery and/or on the battery charger: 

 
 

This product must be deposited at an appropriate recycling facility 

Applies to Europe only

 

 

 

Li-ion 

 

 

Fail-safe transformer 

 

 

 

Use and store battery charger only indoors. 

 

 

 

Double insulation 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

6-English 

Summary of Contents for RBTF40

Page 1: ...Original instructions RATO LITHIUM ION CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER RBTF40 Owner s Manual Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool 1 English...

Page 2: ...information 3 Symbols 6 Know your 40v cordless hedge trimmer 7 Assembly instruction 8 Operating instructions 10 Maintenance 11 Environmentally safe battery disposal 12 Troubleshooting 13 Technical da...

Page 3: ...ectric shock E 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 F If operating a power tool...

Page 4: ...y accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools H Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to contro...

Page 5: ...ed Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only because the cutter blade may contact hidden...

Page 6: ...cannot be handled as domestic waste It must instead be submitted to an appropriate recycling station for the recovery of electrical and electronic equipment Applies to Europe only Do not expose to rai...

Page 7: ...s 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 ope...

Page 8: ...ve the blade assembly unless it needs sharpening straightening or replacing Take it to a qualified person for repair W A R N I N G Follow these instructions in order to avoid injury and to reduce the...

Page 9: ...in the blade or in any position where they could get pinched or cut Never service the blade or hedge trimmer unless the battery pack is removed Do not use if the blade assembly is damaged or bent Take...

Page 10: ...ton 2 toward the rear of the handle and hold 3 Squeeze the trigger switch 3 The hedge trimmer will turn ON 4 Release the lock OFF button The hedge trimmer will stay on as long as the trigger handle th...

Page 11: ...e charger and disconnect the charger from the outlet Do not store the battery pack on the tool or in the charger After charging the battery pack may be stored in the charger as long as the charger is...

Page 12: ...he battery pack cracks or breaks with or without leaks do not recharge it and do not use Dispose of it and replace with a new battery pack DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT To avoid injury and risk of fire...

Page 13: ...rge the battery pack according Battery is not charged to the instructions included with your model Motor runs but cutting blades do Hedger damaged Call for technical service not move Do not use hedge...

Page 14: ...und power level measured according to ISO22868 dB A 94 6 K 3 Guaranteed Sound power level dB A 98 Vibration Levels Vibration Levels at handles measured according to EN60745 1 and EN60745 2 15 m s 3 1...

Page 15: ...the market and excludes components which are added and or operations carried out subsequently by the final user Category Cordless hedge trimmer Model BHT236 Serial number 000001 999999 Applicable EC D...

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