EGO MHC1502 Le manuel du propriétaire

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION

POWER HEAD

MODEL NUMBER PH1400

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the

Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.

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FOR USE WITH EGO POWER+

POWER HEAD ATTACHMENTS

56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION POWER HEAD—PH14002

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Symbols ..........................................4

Safety Instructions ......................................5-8

Introduction .............................................8

Speciﬁcations ...........................................9

Packing List .............................................9

Description .........................................10-11

Assembly ...........................................13-16

Operation ...........................................17-19

Maintenance ...........................................20

Troubleshooting .........................................21

Warranty ...........................................22-23

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

READ & UNDERSTAND

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

WARNING:

Some dust created by power cutting contains chemicals known to

the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some

examples of these chemicals are:

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Lead from lead-based paints

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Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

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Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of

work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and

work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially

designed to ﬁlter out microscopic particles.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The

safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and

understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger.

The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident

prevention measures.

WARNING:

Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this

Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”

and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below

may result in electric shock, ﬁre, and/or serious personal injury.

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.

May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

WARNING!

The operation of any power tools can result in foreign

objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye

damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety

goggles or safety glasses with side shield and a full face shield when

needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over

eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection

which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read,

understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble

and operate it.

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read &

Understand

Operator's

Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and

understand the operator’s manual before using

this product.

Eye Protection

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses

with side shields and a full face shield when

operating this product.

Recycle Symbols

This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries.

Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal

of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your

local waste authority for information regarding

available recycling and/or disposal options.

IPX4

Ingress Protection

Degree

Protection from splashing water

V Volt Voltage

mm Millimeter Length or size

cm Centimeter Length or size

in. Inch Length or size

kg Kilogram Weight

lb Pound Weight

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock, and personal injury,

including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER!

Do not rely on the tool’s insulation against electric shock. To reduce

the risk of electrocution, never operate the tool in the vicinity of any wires or cables

which may carry electric current.

CAUTION!

Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some

conditions and durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

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Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don’t use appliances in damp or wet

locations.

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Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a distance away from work

area.

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Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in

moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended

when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

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Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

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Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it

is intended.

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Don’t Force Appliance - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk

of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

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Don’t Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

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Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the

appliance when you are tired.

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Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use, appliances should be stored

indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place with the battery pack removed - out

of reach of children.

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Maintain Appliance with Care - Keep the appliance clean for best performance

and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing

accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

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Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other

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part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate

properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition

that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be

properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated

elsewhere in this manual.

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Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.

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Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:

BATTERY PACK CHARGER

BA1120, BA1400, BA2240,

BA2800, BA4200

CH2100

CH5500

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This 56V power head PH1400 may be used with only the following EGO

attachments:

ATTACHMENT TYPE MODEL NUMBER

Extension Pole EP7500

Edger EA0800

String Trimmer STA1500

Pole Saw PSA1000

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Do not dispose of the battery in a ﬁre. The cells may explode. Check with

local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

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Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and

may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

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Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with

conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or

conductor may overheat and cause burns.

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Replacement Parts - When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement parts.

Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.

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Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet;

therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible

hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing

maintenance or service.

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Remove or disconnect the battery pack before servicing, cleaning or

removing material from the appliance.

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Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical

connections.

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If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and

good judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.

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Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct

others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend

these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES CAN BE FOUND IN THE

APPLICABLE ATTACHMENT’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of the EGO 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Power Head. It

has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible

dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO

customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.

This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and

maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this

manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.

SERIAL NUMBER _____________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _________________

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A

SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage 56V

PACKING LIST

PART NAME QUANTITY

Power Head 1

Adjustable Front-Assist Handle 1

Operator's Manual 1

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DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR POWER HEAD (Fig.1)

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

in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before

using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

1

Wing Knob

Shaft-Release Button

Coupler

Adjustable Front-Assist Handle

High/low-Speed Switch

Power-head

Shaft

Ejection

Mechanism

Electric

Contacts

Battery-Release

Button

Rubber Pad

Protection

Latch

Trigger

Lock-off Button

Air Inlet

Air Outlet

Rear Handle

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ADJUSTABLE FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE

Adjusts for ease of operation and to help prevent loss of control.

REAR HANDLE

Ergonomic handle with overmold improves comfort and grip.

LOCK-OFF BUTTON

Helps to prevent accidental or unauthorized activation of the trigger. It must be

depressed before the trigger can be activated.

VARIABLE-SPEED TRIGGER

To turn the tool On and Off and control speed.

HIGH/LOW-SPEED SWITCH

Provides high and low speeds for different tasks as needed.

COUPLER

Aids in quick connection of the attachment shafts.

SHAFT-RELEASE BUTTON

For releasing the attachment shaft.

WING KNOB

Tightens the coupler and attachment shaft connection.

BATTERY-RELEASE BUTTON

Releases the battery pack from the tool.

LATCH

Locks the battery pack when installing it on the tool.

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EJECTION MECHANISM

Aids in battery removal.

RUBBER PAD

Helps to protect the housing from impacts during use.

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ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product

until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could

result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not

recommended for use with this power head. Any such alteration or modiﬁcation is

misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possibly serious personal

injury.

WARNING:

Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are

assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.

UNPACKING

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This product requires assembly.

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Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that

all items listed in the packing list are included.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List are already

assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to

the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product

that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.

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Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred

during shipping.

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Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and

satisfactorily operated the tool.

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If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of

purchase.

56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION POWER HEAD—PH140014

INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD

WARNING:

Read and understand entire Operator’s Manual for each optional

attachment used on this power head and follow all warnings and instructions. Failure to

follow all instructions could result in electric shock, ﬁre and/or serious personal injury.

WARNING:

This 56V power head PH1400 is designed to be used only with the

EGO attachment models that are speciﬁed in this Operator’s Manual or subsequently

introduced by EGO for use with this power head. Use of other, unauthorized

attachments could cause serious personal injuries or property damage.

WARNING:

Some accessories have speciﬁc requirements related to safety.

Always pay special attention to such instructions in the manual that accompanies each

accessory.

WARNING:

Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while the power

head is running or with the battery installed. Failure to stop the motor and remove the

battery can cause serious personal injury. NEVER OPERATE THE POWER HEAD WITHOUT

AN ATTACHMENT.

The attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device.

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.

2. Loosen the wing knob.

3. Remove the end cap from the attachment. Align the arrow on the attachment

shaft with the arrow on the coupler and push the attachment shaft into the

coupler until you hear a clear “click” sound, which indicates that the attachment

shaft is mounted into place (Fig.2).

2

Arrow on the Coupler

Arrow on the Attachment Shaft

Attachment Shaft

Shaft-Release Button

Power-head Shaft

Wing Knob

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4. Pull the shaft of the attachment to verify that it is securely locked into the coupler.

If not, rotate the attachment shaft from side to side in the coupler until it snaps

into place.

5. Tighten the wing knob securely.

WARNING:

Be certain that the wing knob is fully tightened before operating

equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal

injury.

REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.

2. Loosen the wing knob.

3. Press the shaft-release button and, with the button depressed, pull or twist the

attachment shaft out of the coupler.

MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE

FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE

WARNING:

Always remove the

battery pack from the product when you

are assembling parts, making adjustments,

cleaning, or when the product is not in use.

1. Stop the motor and remove the

battery pack, if installed.

2. Loosen the four screws in the front-

assist handle with the supplied hex

wrench and remove the screws and

lower clamp from the front-assist

handle (Fig. 3).

3. Attach the front-assist handle and

lower clamp on the power-head

shaft and secure them by pre-

tightening the four screws. Turn the

front-assist handle upwards so that

it points toward the top of the rear handle (Fig. 4).

3

Lower Clamp

Front-Assist Handle

Screws

4

Coupler

Power-head Shaft

Rear Handle

Housing

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4. Adjust the front-assist handle position between the rear handle housing and the

coupler on the power-head shaft (Fig. 4).

5. Tighten the four screws so that the handle cannot be rotated on the shaft.

WARNING:

Never operate the tool without the front-assist handle ﬁrmly in place.

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless.

Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufﬁcient to inﬂict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shield

marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown

into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.

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.

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

WARNING:

Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are

assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the

battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

NOTE: Fully charge the battery pack before ﬁrst use.

To install battery pack (Fig. 5)

1. Align the ribs of the battery pack

with the mounting slots in the power

head's battery port.

2. Press the battery pack towards

the power head until it snaps into

position.

NOTE: Make sure that the latch on the

bottom of the battery pack snaps in place

and the battery pack is secured to the power head before beginning operation. Failure

to securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in

serious personal injury.

5

Mounting Slot

Rib

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To remove battery pack (Fig. 6)

WARNING:

Always be aware of the

location of your feet and children or pets

around you when pressing the battery-

release button. Serious injury could result

if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove

the battery pack at a high location.

1. Hold the battery pack in the palm of

your hand.

2. Press the battery-release button with your thumb; the battery pack will disengage

from the latch.

3. Grasp the battery pack and remove it from the power head.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack and

keep hands clear of the lock-off button and trigger when carrying or transporting the

tool.

STARTING/STOPPING THE

POWER HEAD (Fig.7)

WARNING:

NEVER OPARATE THE

POWER HEAD WITHOUT AN ATTACHMENT.

Do not attempt to start the power head

without an attachment.

To start the power head

1. Press the lock-off button down and

hold it in that position. Depress the trigger to turn on the power head. Release the

lock-off button and continue to squeeze the trigger for continued operation.

2. The rotational speed of the tool is controlled with the variable-speed trigger.

More pressure on the trigger results in higher speed; less pressure on the trigger

results in lower speed. Adjust the speed to suit the task at hand.

NOTICE: The motor runs only when the lock-off button and trigger are both pressed.

6

Press to release

7

High/Low-Speed Switch

Lock-off Button

Trigger

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Speed-Adjustment Function (Fig. 7)

The power head has two speeds. Position“1” is for low speed while Position “2” is for

high speed. Push or pull the high/low-speed switch to choose the suitable speed during

operation.

To stop the power head

Release the trigger to stop the power head.

WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the power head during work

breaks and after ﬁnishing work.

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, stop the motor,

wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these

instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any

other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage.

NOTICE: Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose

parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps

and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please

contact customer service or a qualiﬁed service center for assistance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to

damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.

Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING: Do not at any time let brake ﬂuids, gasoline, petroleum-based

products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can

damage, weaken or destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.

CLEANING THE POWER HEAD

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.

2. Clean dirt and debris from the power head using a damp cloth with a mild

detergent.

NOTICE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They

can be damaged by certain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such

as kerosene.

STORING THE POWER HEAD

1. Remove the battery pack from the power head before storing.

2. Clean all foreign material from the power head.

3. Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.

4. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

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