Nordic POBA4280 User manual

Brand: Nordic

Model: POBA4280

Category: Power hedge trimmers

Type: User manual

Nordic POBA4280 is a versatile 2-in-1 cordless device that combines the functionality of a pole saw and a hedge trimmer. With its powerful 18V battery, it provides ample runtime for tackling various gardening tasks. The trimmer boasts a 400mm cutting length and a 1500rpm rated speed, making it ideal for shaping and trimming hedges with ease. The pole saw attachment features an 8" blade with a 2500rpm no-load speed and a 5m/s chain speed, allowing you to effortlessly cut through branches and limbs up to 400mm in length.

OPERATING MANUAL

PSH-L0118

CORDLESS POLE SAW

& HEDGE TRIMMER

2 IN 1

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

Voltage: 18V

TRIMMER

Rated Speed: 1,500rpm

Max Cutting Length: 400mm

Length Of Blade 415mm

SAW

No-load Speed: 2,500rpm

Chain Speed: 5 m/s

Blade Length: 8”

Cutting Length: 400mm

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to heed warnings and follow instructions may result in

electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Keep safety warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the safety warnings refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery-

operated (cordless) power tool.

2.1 WORKING AREA

• Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Never operate the machine with damaged guards or shields or without guards or shields in place.

• Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are away from the cutting

2.2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use adapter plugs with earthed

power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of an electric shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, kitchen ranges and refrigerators. There is an

increased risk of an electric shock if your body is earthed.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. If water gets inside a power tool, it will increase the risk of an

electric shock.

• Do not damage the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away

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from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of an electric shock.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cable suitable for outdoor use. Using a cord suitable for

outdoor use reduces the risk of an electric shock.

• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a power supply protected by a residual current

device (RCD). Using an RCD reduces the risk of an electric shock.

2.3 PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool

when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention when operating

a power tool may result in serious personal injury.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Using safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety

shoes, a hard hat, or hearing protection whenever it is needed will reduce the risk of personal injury.

• Avoid accidental starts. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting the plug. Carrying power tools with your

finger on the switch or plugging in power tools when the switch is in the on position makes accidents more likely.

• Remove any adjusting keys or spanners before turning on the power tool. A spanner or key left attached to a

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet firmly on the ground at all times. This will enable you retain control over the

power tool in unexpected situations.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from the power

tool. Loose clothes, jewelery or long hair can become entangled in the moving parts..

• If there are devices for connecting dust extraction and collection facilities, please ensure that they are attached and

used correctly. Using such devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

2.4 POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

• Do not expect the power tool to do more than it can. Use the correct power tool for what you want to do. A power

tool will achieve better results and be safer if used in the context for which it was designed.

• Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot turn it on and off. A power tool with a broken switch is dangerous and

must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source before making adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power

tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

• Store power tools, when not in use, out of the reach of children and do not allow people who are not familiar with the

power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are potentially dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or jammed moving parts, breakages or any other feature that might

affect the operation of the power tool. If it is damaged, the power tool must be repaired. Many accidents are caused

by using poorly maintained power tools.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to jam

and are easier to control.

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• Use the power tool, accessories and cutting tools, etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner

intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work which needs

to be done. Using a power tool in ways for which it was not intended can lead to potentially hazardous situations.

2.5 SERVICE

Your power tool should be serviced by a qualified specialist using only standard spare parts. This will

ensure that it meets the required safety standards.

a) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts and accessories.

b) Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have the machine repaired only by an authorized repairer.

c) When not in use, store the machine out of the reach of children.

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRIMMER

• Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not remove cuttings or hold material to be cut when blades are

moving.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped and keep your fingers away from the power

switch.

• Always pull the cover over the blade when transporting or storing the hedge trimmer.

• Make sure that all power switches are turned off and the battery pack is removed or disconnected when removing

any jammed cuttings or performing maintenance work.

• Make sure that all power switches are turned off and the switch-on lock is activated when removing any jammed

cuttings or performing maintenance work.

• Hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated gripping surfaces only, because the blade make come in contact with

hidden electrical cables.

• Keep any electrical cables away from the cutting area.

• Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather, especially when there is a risk of lightning.

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POLE SAW

• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the pole saw is operating. Before you start the pole saw,

make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating pole saws may cause

entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain.

• Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces only. Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts

of the tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• 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.

• Do not operate a pole saw in a tree. Operation of a pole saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury.

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• Always keep proper footing and operate the pole saw only when standing on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery

or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the pole saw.

• When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibers is released

the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the pole saw out of control.

• Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw chain and be

whipped toward you or pull you off balance.

• Carry the pole saw by the front handle with the pole saw switched off and away from your body. Proper handling of

the pole saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.

• Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated

chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.

• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.

• Cut wood only. Do not use pole saw for purposes not intended. For example: do not use pole saw for cutting plastic,

masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of the pole saw for operations different than intended could result in

a hazardous situation.

• Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches

the saw chain in the cut.

• Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.

• Either of these reactions may cause you to lose 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 pole saw 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:

• Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the pole saw handles, with both hands on the saw and

position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator,

if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the pole saw.

• Do not overreach. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the pole saw in

unexpected situations.

• The first time user should request an experienced operator in the use of the pole saw and the protective equipment,

and should be have the initial practice cutting branches on a saw horse or cradle.

• Before any cutting, you must wait for the saw chain running to reach a stable speed.

• When cutting wood, please do not press the pole saw with big force.

• During cutting, if the saw chain is stuck in the wood, please stop the saw immediately, and take the saw out of the

wood carefully. Restart the saw till the saw chain reaches a stable speed, and then re cut again.

• Operate the machine properly, activate the trigger completely during use. And do not work continuously for a long

time to avoid overuse fatigue.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

Use only batteries and chargers applicable for this machine.

4.1 BATTERIES

• Never attempt to open for any reason.

• Do not store in locations where the temperature may exceed 40 °C.

• Charge only at ambient temperatures between 4 °C and 40 °C.

• When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in the section “Protecting the environment”.

• Do not cause short circuits. If connection is made between the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal directly or via

accidental contact with metallic objects, the battery is short circuited and an intense current will flow causing heat

generation which may lead to casing rupture or fire.

• Do not heat. If batteries are heated to above 100 °C, sealing and insulating separators and other polymer

components may be damaged resulting in electrolyte leakage and/or internal short circuiting leading to heat

generation causing rupture or file. Moreover do not dispose of the batteries in fire, explosion and/or intense burning

may result.

• Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur. When you notice liquid on the battery, proceed as follows:

• Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact.

• In case of skin or eye contact, follow the instructions below:

1. Immediately rinse with water. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.

2. In case of eye contact, rinse abundantly with clean water for at least 10 minutes.

3. Consult a physician.

Fire hazard! Avoid short-circuiting the contacts of a detached battery. Do not incinerate the battery.

4.2 CHARGERS

• Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.

• Have defective cords replaced immediately.

• Do not expose to water.

• Do not open the charger.

• Do not probe the charger.

• The charger is intended for indoor use only.

SYMBOLS

In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used:

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Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool.

Read manual before use

Wear eye protection

Wear ear protection

Wear safety gloves

In accordance with essential requirements of the European directive(s)

Class II - The machine is double insulated; Earthing wire is therefore not necessary (only for

charger)

Ambient temperature 40°C max. (only for battery)

Do not expose charger and battery pack to water

Use battery and charger only in closed rooms

Do not incinerate battery pack or charger

Danger of injury from flying parts!

Keep the bystanders away from the danger zone!

Protect from the rain.

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TRIMMER ASSEMBLY / USE

SAW ASSEMBLY / USE

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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 product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous

condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove

the battery pack from the product when assembling parts

OPERATION

BATTERY CHARGER (SOLD SEPARATELY)

The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time and will not develop a “memory” when charged after

only a partial discharge. It is not necessary to run down the battery pack charge before recharging. Remove

the battery pack from the tool when convenient for you and your job. You can “top-off” your battery pack’s

charge before starting a big job or long period of use.

Due to lithium-ion’s fade-free properties, the only time it is necessary to charge the lithium-ion battery

pack is when the pack has reached the end of its charge. To signal the end of charge, power to the tool will

drop quickly. Charge the battery pack as needed.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

This lithium-ion battery pack is shipped partially charged. Before using it the first time, fully charge the

battery pack. A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between 0°C and 40°C will charge in

about 1 hour.

Plug the charger adapter into power source. The green light on the charger stand will illuminate, indicating

the charger is powered.

Slide the battery all the way into the charger stand. The red light on the charger stand will illuminate,

indicating that the battery is charging.

The red light will go off after charging is complete and a green light will appear.

NOTE: Batteries may become warm while charging. This is normal. If the battery is hot after continuous use in the

tool, allow it to cool down to room temperature before charging. This will extend the life of your batteries.

WARNING: Always disconnect the battery pack from the tool before any assembly, adjustments or

changing accessories.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE TRIMMER / SAW

SWITCHING ON/OFF

To switch ON, firstly press and hold the lock-out button for On/Off switch, then press the On/Off switch

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and keep it pressed.

To switch OFF, release the lock-out button for On/Off switch and then release the On/Off switch

HOLDING THE TRIMMER / SAW

The unit has both a front and rear handle. With the blade directed away from you, hold the unit by both

handles.

WARNING: Always keep both hands on the trimmer / saw handles. Never hold shrubs with one hand

and operate the hedge trimmer with the other. Improper operation of the hedge trimmer may result

in serious injury.

CUTTING TIPS

DANGER: Never cut near electric cords or lines. If blade jams on any electrical cord or line, DO

NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY DANGEROUS. Continue

to hold the hedge trimmer by the insulated rear handle or lay it down and away from you in a safe

manner. Disconnect the electrical service to the damaged line or cord before attempting to free the

blade from the line or cord. Contact with the blade, other conductive parts of the hedge trimmer, or live

electric cords or lines will result in death by electrocution or serious injury.

WARNING: Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as cords, lights,

wire, or loose string which can become entangled in the cutting blade and create a risk of serious

personal injury.

• Before starting the hedge trimmer, hold the unit with both hands with the cutting blades directed away from

you. Always use the hedge trimmer properly.

• Do not force the hedge trimmer through heavy shrubbery. This can cause the blades to bind and slow down. If

the blades slow down, reduce the pace.

• Do not try to cut stems or twigs that are larger than 3/4 inch thick, or those obviously too large to feed into the

cutting blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning saw to trim large stems.

• If blades do become jammed, stop the motor, allow the blades to stop and remove the battery pack before at-

tempting to remove the obstruction.

• If desired, you can use a string to help cut your hedge level. Decide how high you want the hedge. Then, stretch a

piece of string along the hedge at this height. Trim the hedge just above this guide line of string. Trim the side of a

hedge so that it will be slightly narrower at the top. More of the hedge will be exposed when shaped this way, and

it will be more uniform.

• Always hold hedge trimmer with both hands when operating. Use a firm grip on the handles. The unit is used for

cutting in either direction in a slow, sweeping action from side to side.

• 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 trimmed easiest by using a sawing movement.

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9.2 MAINTENANCE

Our machines have been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.

Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper machine care and regular cleaning.

10. REPAIR

Only use accessories and spare parts recommended by the manufacturer.

If the device is damaged after a few days, despite our quality control and your maintenance, only an

authorized electrician can repair it.

11. ENVIRONMENT

Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not dispose of it with the household

refuse, but in an environmentally safe way.

Waste produced by electrical machine items should not be handled like normal household rubbish. Please

recycle where recycle facilities exist. Check you’re your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.

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Nordic POBA4280 User manual

Brand: Nordic

Model: POBA4280

Category: Power hedge trimmers

Type: User manual

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