Titan TTT831HDC, Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...TTT831HDC Original Instructions_MNL_TTT831HDC_V1_211108 WARNING Read the instructions before using the product EN Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer Pruner ...

Page 2: ...through them thoroughly before use and retain them for future reference Safety information Your product Before you start Product functions Operation Care and maintenance Troubleshooting Recycling and disposal Guarantee Technical specifications Declaration of conformity 02 03 19 20 30 31 35 42 48 49 50 52 55 ...

Page 3: ...apter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock 2 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 General power tool safety warnings Work area safety WARNING Read all safety warnings instruction...

Page 4: ... device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock Personal safety 1 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 2 Use personal protective equip...

Page 5: ...ly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards 8 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 1 Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job ...

Page 6: ...e easier to control 7 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 8 Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry clean and free from oil and grease Slippery handles and grasping surfaces...

Page 7: ...r modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire explosion or risk of injury 6 Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 C may cause explosion 7 Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions Charging improperly or ...

Page 8: ... trimmer always fit the blade cover Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades 4 When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit make sure all power switches are off and the battery pack is removed or disconnected Unexpected actuation of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury 5 Hold...

Page 9: ... can result in serious personal injury 4 Before operating the hedge trimmer the user should make sure the locking device s of any moving elements e g the extended shaft and pivoting element if any are in the locked position Pruner safety warnings 1 Interrupt your work when you feel tired or exhausted Make regular breaks to regenerate A moment of inattention while operating the product may result i...

Page 10: ...er be done 7 Wear safety glasses and hearing protection Further protective equipment for head hands legs and feet is recommended Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain 8 Do not operate a product in a tree Operation of a product while up in a tree may result in personal injury 9 Always keep proper footing and operate the pr...

Page 11: ...g plastic masonry or non wood building materials Use of the product for operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation 16 Pay attention to national and local regulations National and local regulations may restrict the use of this product 17 Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains specified by the manufacturer or equivalent replacements Using non approved cutting at...

Page 12: ...e control of the saw which could result in serious personal injury Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw As a product user you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury Kickback is the result of tool misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below 1 Maintai...

Page 13: ...nded periods of storage it may be necessary to charge and discharge the battery pack several times to obtain the maximum performance 5 Longer life and better performance can be obtained if the battery is charged when the air temperature is between 18 C and 24 C Do not charge the battery in air temperature below 5 C or above 40 C This is important as it can prevent serious damage to the battery 6 D...

Page 14: ...ect attachments for the product and ensure they are in good condition 4 Keep tight grip on the handles grip surface 5 Maintain this product in accordance with these instructions and keep it well lubricated where appropriate 6 Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a longer period of time 7 Prolonged use of the product exposes the user to vibrations that can cause a ra...

Page 15: ... handle risks early Fast intervention can prevent serious injury and damage to property 2 Switch the product off and remove the battery pack if there are malfunctions Have the product checked by a qualified professional and repaired if necessary before you operate it again Residual risks Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the safety requirements potential risks of injury...

Page 16: ...r m s Metres per second squared dB A Decibel A rated Lock to tighten or secure Unlock to loosen Read the instruction Note Remark manual Caution Warning xxWyy Manufacturing date code year of manufacturing 20xx and week of manufacturing Wyy Wear hearing protection Wear eye protection Wear a dust mask Wear protective gloves Wear head protection where there is a risk of falling objects Wear Face prote...

Page 17: ...o move suddenly upward and backwards what may cause serious injury to user Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided Always use the product with two hands Do not use one handed when operating the product Chain oil fill Correct direction of cutting teeth Cutting of fingers or hand Danger of falling objects Guaranteed sound power level value in 96 dB WEEE symbol Waste electrical...

Page 18: ...ll explode and cause injury Do note expose battery packs to heat in excess of 40 ºC Do not charge or store the battery pack in temperatures below 5 C 41 F and above 40 C 104 F The product complies with the applicable European directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives was done UK Conformity Assessed Symbols Safety information ...

Page 19: ...ents 16 Blade cover 17 Hedge trimmer blade a Blade tip protector 18 Guide bar cover 19 Guide bar a Sprocket wheel b Lubrication hole 20 Saw chain 21 Locking wheel 22 Chain saw cover 23 Oil tank cap a Oil level window 24 Oiling port 25 Mounting bolt 26 Tension screw 27 Spiked bumper 28 Tension pin 29 Drive sprocket 30 Harness a Securing clip b Quick release 31 Multi tool 32 Battery pack a Battery c...

Page 20: ... needed for assembly and operation This also includes suitable personal protective equipment WARNING The product and the packaging are not children s toys Children must not play with plastic bags sheets and small parts There is a danger of choking and suffocation You will need items not supplied Suitable personal protective equipment Suitable hex key Lubricant for blade NOTE The accessories requir...

Page 21: ...ten the locking sleeve 12 clockwise to secure the connections Fig 2 step 6 WARNING The product must be fully assembled before operation Do not use a product that is only partly assembled or assembled with damaged parts Follow the assembly instructions step by step and use the pictures provided as a visual guide to easily assemble the product Before using the product familiarise yourself with the o...

Page 22: ...eep the blade cover 16 safely 3 The pole hedge trimmer is ready for use Guide bar cover 1 Remove the guide bar cover 18 from the saw chain 20 and the guide bar 19 before operation Fig 4 2 Keep the guide bar cover 18 safely 3 The pole pruner is ready for use Setup 11 12 13a 13a 11a 13 11a 12 11 13a 10 1 3 6 6 2 4 5 Fig 2 17 16 Fig 3 20 19 18 Fig 4 Before you start 11 12 13a 13a 11a 13 11a 12 11 13a...

Page 23: ...ewing the tension screw 26 with the multi tool 31 in or out to adjust the position of the tension pin 28 if necessary 22 20 19 21 2 1 Fig 5 Cutter Fig 6 The direction of the saw chain cutters must be same as Before you start 2 Unscrew the locking wheel 21 anticlockwise and then remove it together with the chain saw cover 22 the guide bar 19 and the saw chain 20 Fig 5 3 Use the new guide bar 19 and...

Page 24: ...as indicated by the symbol and arrow on the guide bar Ensure the guide bar and saw chain are properly assembled in correct direction otherwise the saw chain cannot work 8 Screw the tension screw 26 with the multi tool 31 clockwise out to adjust the tension pin 28 guide bar 19 towards the right to tighten the saw chain 20 Fig 9 Before you start 29 25 28 20 19 26 28 2 1 Fig 7 20 19 19a Fig 8 The dir...

Page 25: ...ges of the saw chain are sharp Always wear protective gloves when handling chain Always maintain proper chain tension A loose chain increases the risk of kickback A loose chain may jump out of the guide bar groove This may injure the operator and damage the chain A loose chain will cause rapid wear to the chain guide bar and sprocket Tensioning the chain too tightly will overload the motor and cau...

Page 26: ...wheel 21 Chain lubrication WARNING The product is not filled with chain oil It is essential to fill the product with chain oil before using it Never operate the product without chain oil as this will result in extensive damage to the product Operating the saw chain dry or with too little chain oil will decrease cutting efficiency shorten the product life span and cause rapid wear to the saw chain ...

Page 27: ... Refill oil when the oil level is close to the bottom of the oil level window 23a Fig 14 6 Wipe up spilled lubricant with a soft cloth and refit the oil tank cap 23 NOTE Towards the end of the season it is advisable to put only as much lubricant in the tank as you need for each cut so that it is completely used up before you store the product NOTE Always dispose of lubricant used oil and objects c...

Page 28: ... 1 Align the battery pack 32 with the sliding slots of the battery docking port 5 and slide the battery pack in to attach it Ensure it clicks in place Fig 17 2 Press the release button 32c and remove the battery pack 32 from the battery docking port 5 Fig 18 Charging the battery pack The battery pack 32 for this product has been shipped in a low charge condition Charge it fully before first use Re...

Page 29: ...d with the battery capacity indicators 32a which are used to give an indication of the battery pack s remaining capacity Press the battery capacity button 32b to check battery capacity Fig 19 The LEDs will stay lit for approximately 5 seconds 76 100 51 75 26 50 5 25 5 32 32b 32a Fig 19 Before you start ...

Page 30: ...C Li by TITAN In more detail In more detail Product functions Operation Care and maintenance Troubleshooting Recycling and disposal Guarantee Technical specifications Declaration of conformity 31 35 42 48 49 50 52 55 ...

Page 31: ...and horizontal cuts can be performed with this product Longitudinal sections can only be cut by professionals This product should not be used outside of domestic premises e g for cutting firewood in forested areas The use of this product in case of rain or humid environment is prohibited For safety reasons it is essential to read the entire instruction manual before first operation and to observe ...

Page 32: ... 30a Fig 21 6 30a 30 Fig 22 30 30b 30a Fig 23 1 Loosen the locking lever 10 Fig 24 step 1 2 Adjust to the required length by pulling out or pushing in the pole extension 11 Fig 24 step 2 WARNING The length of the extension pole is limited Stop pushing pulling as soon as you feel a resistance Extend the extension only to the length required to reach the hedges being trimmed Do not attempt to use th...

Page 33: ...with the head in an intermediate position Switching on off 1 Ensure the hedge trimmer blade 17 or the saw chain 20 does not touch any objects Remove the blade cover 16 or the guide bar cover 18 from the hedge trimmer blade 17 or the saw chain 20 before switching the product on 2 Hold the product with one hand on the soft grip 7a of the rear pole 7 and the other hand on the rear handle 1 Do not sta...

Page 34: ... product when assembled of pruner cutting unit 1 Hold the product with one hand on the soft grip 7a of the rear pole 7 and the other hand on the rear handle 1 2 Ensure the saw chain 20 does not come into contact anything when switching on 3 Release the on off switch 3 to switch the product off the saw chain must come to a stop WARNING If the saw chain shows any signs of moving stop the motor immed...

Page 35: ... Take care of any problem you find or have the product checked by qualified specialist 2 Double check that the accessories and attachments are properly fixed 3 Check the chain oil level refill if necessary 4 Always hold the product on its handles Keep the handles dry to ensure safe support 5 Ensure that the air vents are always unobstructed and clear Clean them if necessary with a soft brush Block...

Page 36: ...ep the cutting device angled at approximately 15 to the cutting surface Fig 28 9 When cutting wide hedges with the cutting area in sight move the cutting blade lightly through the cutting surface in a sweeping motion following the shape of the hedge or shrub A slight tilt downwards of the cutting blade in the direction of motion is recommended for optimum cutting performance 10 Cut in a number of ...

Page 37: ...hed off NOTE When shaping it is advisable to achieve a trapezoidal shape Fig 31 A trapezoidal cut corresponds to the natural growth of plants and results in optimal hedge growth as it will expose more light to the lower end of the hedge Pruning times Only operate the product at reasonable hours not early in the morning late at night or on weekends public holidays when people might be disturbed Inf...

Page 38: ...e tip of the guide bar Saw with the guide bar at a flat angle Always hold the product firmly with both hands Pruning 1 Make sure that the guide bar cover 18 is removed and the battery pack 32 is assembled before operation 2 Adjust the product to a suitable pole length 3 Always hold the product firmly with both hands on soft grip 7a and rear handle 1 Never operate this product using only one hand F...

Page 39: ... Fig 36 WARNING Never climb into a tree to prune Do not stand on ladders platforms logs or in any position which may cause you to lose your balance or control of the product When pruning trees it is important not to make the flush cut next to main limb or trunk until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the weight This prevents stripping the bark from the main member 8 Never stand on a ...

Page 40: ...cut areas which are difficult to reach 11 Keep a firm steady pressure on the product while working with it Do not try to force the product through the wood let the cutting device do the work using the gripping teeth to apply minimal leverage pressure 12 Beware when reaching the end of the cut The weight of the product may change unexpectedly as it cuts free from the wood Accidents can occur to the...

Page 41: ...lean cut from top to bottom Fig 42 4 You might want to seal the cut with a suitable compound NOTE Remove the branches lying on the floor regularly to avoid stumbling hazards Check the oil level regularly and fill up if necessary Switch the power off and disconnect from power source when leaving the product After use 1 Switch the product off remove the battery back and let it cool down 2 Attach the...

Page 42: ...is from it after each use and before storage 2 Regular and proper cleaning will help ensure safe use and prolong the life of the product 3 Inspect the product before each use for worn and damaged parts Do not operate it if you find broken and worn parts WARNING Only perform repairs and maintenance work according to these instructions All further works must be performed by a qualified specialist NO...

Page 43: ...d close to it Use appropriate tools to remove debris e g a brush or wooden stick Never use your bare hands NOTE It is not necessary to remove the saw chain 20 to lubricate the sprocket wheel 19a Lubrication can be done on the job 1 Clean the sprocket wheel 19a 2 Using a disposable lube gun insert the needle nose into the lubrication hole 19b Fig 43 and inject grease until it appears at the outside...

Page 44: ...dition of the oil passages can be easily checked If the passages are clear the chain will automatically give off a spray of oil within seconds of the product starting Your product is equipped with an automatic oiling system 3 Check the drive sprocket 29 If it is worn or damaged due to strain have it replaced by an authorised service agent 4 Clear residue from the rails on the guide bar 19 by using...

Page 45: ...in sharpening 1 Have the saw chain 20 sharpened professionally at an authorised service centre or sharpen the chain yourself by using a proper sharpening kit Also observe the sharpening instructions supplied with the sharpening kit 2 The height difference between the tooth and the ridge is the cutting depth When sharpening the saw chain 20 you have to consider the following points Fig 47 File angl...

Page 46: ...the correct position 6 File each tooth from the inside towards outside only File one side of the chain first than turn the saw around and repeat the process 7 Sharpen each tooth equally by using the same number of strokes 8 Keep all cutter lengths equal Check the safety depth gauge height every 5 sharpenings If the depth gauges are also trimmed it is essential that the original profile be restored...

Page 47: ...or covering the product with a suitable cloth or enclosure to protect it against dust 9 Empty the oil tank if you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time more than 3 months and before storing it for the winter Repair This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer Contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person to have it ch...

Page 48: ...heck by a specialist electrician 1 4 Check by a specialist electrician 2 Product does not reach full power 2 1 Battery pack capacity is too low 2 2 Air vents are blocked 2 1 Charge battery pack 2 2 Clean the air vents 3 Unsatisfactory cutting result 3 1 Hedge trimmer blade is worn damaged 3 2 Thickness of branches exceeds capacity 3 3 Saw chain not tensioned properly 3 4 Saw chain is dull damaged ...

Page 49: ...are sure that all parts have been delivered and the product is working properly Recycle the package afterwards Disposal of an exhausted battery pack The battery is Li Ion type To preserve natural resources please recycle or dispose of the battery pack properly Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options Discharge your battery pack by ope...

Page 50: ...ntee covers product failures and malfunctions provided the product was used for the purpose for which it is intended and subject to installation cleaning care and maintenance in accordance with the information contained in these terms and conditions in the user manual and standard practice provided that standard practice does not conflict with the user manual This guarantee does not cover defects ...

Page 51: ...e detail TTT831HDC Li by TITAN Guarantee Distributor B Q plc Chandlers Ford Hants SO53 3LE United Kingdom www diy com Screwfix Direct Limited Trade House Mead Avenue Yeovil BA22 8RT United Kingdom www screwfix com ...

Page 52: ...th 203 8 Max cutting length 180 mm Chain pitch 9 525mm 0 375 Chain gauge 1 27 mm 0 050 Drive sprocket 6 teeth x 30 mm Maximum chain speed 4 5 m s Battery pack Model no TTI803BAT Type Li Ion 5 x 3 6 V Capacity 5000 mAh Voltage 18 V Weight approx 0 69 kg Charger for battery pack Model no TTB805CHR Rated output 21 4 V d c 4 A Usable battery pack sold separately Model no TTI802BAT TTB812BAT Capacity 4...

Page 53: ... operator may exceed 80 dB A and ear protection measures are necessary The declared vibration value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method according to EN 62841 4 2 EN ISO 11680 1 The declared vibration total value and the declared noise emission value may be used for comparing one tool with another The declared vibration total value and the declared noise emission value may a...

Page 54: ...r Pruner TTT831HDC Li MODEL NUMBER TTB TITAN brand 831 Series number HDC Hedge trimmer Pruner Battery pack TTI803BAT MODEL NUMBER TTB TITAN brand 803 Series number BAT Battery pack Charger TTB805CHR MODEL NUMBER TTB TITAN brand 805 Series number CHR Charger Technical specifications ...

Page 55: ...EN 55 In more detail TTT831HDC Li by TITAN Declaration of conformity Declaration of conformity ...

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