Simplicity CORDLESS GRASS SHEARS/SHRUBBER User manual
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- Power tools
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This Book Contains Important Information Regarding:
SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE.
Please Read And Keep This Book For Future Reference.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Cordless Shrubber / Shear
F–041508C
Model HCS471201
You Must Charge
The Battery
For Eight Hours
Before First Use.
Record The Following Information About Your Unit. This Information
Is Necessary When Ordering Parts Or In Case Of Loss Or Theft.
Where Purchased:
Date Purchase: Month Day Year
Model No.: Date of Manufacture:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WARRANTY 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATOR’S INFORMATION 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATOR 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SHIPPING CARTON CONTENTS 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KNOW YOUR TOOL 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASSEMBLY 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATION 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CLEANING AND STORAGE 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BATTERY RECYCLING 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS 15. . . . .
Murray, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in material and work-
manship under normal use and service for a period of Two (2) Years from the date of purchase. Subject
to the terms and conditions noted in this Limited Warranty, we shall, at our option, repair or replace at no
cost to the original purchaser any part covered by this Limited Warranty during the applicable warranty
period.
The limited warranty does not cover the Normal Wear Parts. The Normal Wear Parts are defined as cutting
parts/attachments including shrubber blades and shear blades. These parts are warranted to be free from
defects in material and workmanship as delivered with the product.
This Murray, Inc. Two (2) Year Limited Warranty is your exclusive remedy; however, this warranty is void
or does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with, altered, misused, abused or used for rental or
other commercial and/or professional (non–homeowner and income–producing) uses. Your warranty
does not cover minor mechanical adjustments which are not due to any defect in material or workmanship.
For assistance in making such adjustments, consult your Operator’s Manual.
To make a claim under this Murray, Inc. Two (2) Year Limited Warranty, Please call us at 1–800–251–8007.
This Murray, Inc. Two (2) Year Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. This Limited Warranty is given in lieu of all other expressed and
implied warranties including the implied warranty of merchantability and warranty of fitness for a particular
purpose. If you need additional information on this written warranty or assistance in obtaining service, write
or call: MURRAY, INC., Customer Service Department, P.O. Box 268, Brentwood, Tennessee 37024.
(Tel: 1–800–251–8007). Visit us at: www.murray.com.
MURRAY, INC. TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
OPERATOR’S INFORMATION
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READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
YOU USE THIS UNIT. The instructions are written for a person with some
mechanical ability. Like most service books, not all the steps are described.
Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with
some mechanical ability.
Know your product: If you understand the unit and how the unit operates,
you will get the best performance. As you read this manual, compare the il-
lustrations to the unit. Learn the location and the function of the controls. To
help prevent an accident, follow the operating instructions and the safety
rules. Keep this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT: Many units are not assembled and are sold in cartons. It is the
responsibility of the operator to make sure the assembly instructions in this
manual are exactly followed. On assembled units, it is the operator’s respon-
sibility to make sure the unit is correctly assembled. The operator must care-
fully check the unit according to the instructions in this manual before it is first
used.
When using electric gardening appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
Careless or improper use may cause seri-
ous or even fatal injury.
Read AND UNDERSTAND All Instructions.
WARNING
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OPERATOR
The responsibility of the operator is to follow the instruc-
tions below.
SCarefully read and follow all safety rules. The rules for safe op-
eration and the other instructions in this manual must be re-
viewed with any operator of this unit.
SBefore using the product for the first time, follow all the prepa-
ration instructions.
SMake sure the operator of the unit understands and knows
how to correctly use all the controls.
SCorrectly maintain the unit.
SService the unit only with authorized or approved replacement
parts.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Carefully read and understand the Operator’s Manual before
using the tool. Pay close attention to the Operating Instructions and
Safety Warnings.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SBattery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards,
such as cutting attachment, even when tool is not
operating. Remove battery before servicing,
cleaning, or removing material from the unit.
SDo not use the unit in rain, in wet conditions, or on
wet surfaces.
SMinors should never be allowed to use the unit.
Keep Children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet
away. If approached stop unit immediately.
SRead all instructions carefully. Become familiar
with the product controls and the proper use of the
unit.
SAlways remain alert. Watch what you are doing,
use common sense. Do not operate this unit if you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SKeep hands away from blades. Do not attempt to
remove cut material or hold material to be cut
when blades are moving. Make sure battery is re-
moved and trigger is not engaged when clearing
jammed material from blades. Do not grasp or lift
unit by the exposed cutting blades.
SDo not use the unit in rain, in wet conditions, or on
wet surfaces.
SDo not handle the unit with wet hands.
SDress correctly for outside work. Wearing sturdy
gloves, non–skid footwear, and safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields are recommended.
Wear hearing protection.
SUse the tool properly. Use only for the functions for
which it is designed. Do not abuse the unit. Never
force the unit to work at a faster pace than it was
designed.
SKeep lock–off button and other safety devices in
place and in proper working order.
BATTERY AND CHARGER
SBefore using charging stand, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on charg-
ing stand, and product using charging stand.
SUse only an identical 12V Murray authorized bat-
tery that was designed for your cordless tools. Use
of any other battery may cause personal injury and
damage the unit.
SAlways exercise care in handling the battery. Con-
ducting materials, such as rings, bracelets, and
keys, should never be used around an un–installed
battery. If these material contact with battery termi-
nals, they may overheat the battery or conductor,
resulting in personal injury.
SUse only the identical Murray authorized battery
charger set that was designed for its matching bat-
tery. Use of any other charger set could cause bat-
teries to explode, resulting in serious personal
injury.
SDo not use charger in or expose charger to rain or
snow. Do not charge battery in a damp or wet loca-
tion.
SDo not place cordless tools or its battery near fire
or heat. The battery might explode.
SThe battery tool and charger should be charged
and stored in a location where the temperature is
more than 50_F (10_C) but less than 100_F
(38_C).
STo reduce risk of damage to charger cord, pull by
the cord plug, rather than cord, when disconnect-
ing charger.
SMake sure charger cord is located so that it will not
be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise sub-
jected to damage or stress.
SDo not operate charger with a damaged cord or
plug. Inspect the charger cord periodically. If dam-
aged, have it replaced immediately.
SDo not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
way. If damaged, have it replaced immediately.
SDo not disassemble charger. Incorrect re–assem-
bly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
STo reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Do not use charger outdoors.
SDisconnect charger from power supply when not in
use.
SNever dispose of the battery in a fire, as the cell
may explode. Do not disassemble or mutilate the
battery. Released electrolyte is toxic and corrosive,
and may cause personal injury. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
SPlease recycle the battery according to your local
laws.
BEFORE OPERATING
SInspect the unit before use. Replace damaged
parts. Make sure all parts are in place and secure.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SKeep all bystanders away, especially children and
pets.
SAvoid unintentional starting of the unit. Before in-
serting battery into the unit, be sure power switch
is off. Do not carry the tool with finger on trigger.
SClear the area to be cut before each use. Remove
all objects such as wire, or string which can be
thrown or become entangled in the cutting attach-
ment. Clear the area of children, bystanders, and
pets.
SBe sure the cutting part is not in contact with any-
thing before starting the unit.
WHILE OPERATING
SUse the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
SAlways stop the unit when operation is delayed or
when walking from one work location to another.
SDo not overreach or use the unit on unstable sup-
port. Keep good footing and balance at all times.
SNever use in an explosive atmosphere. Sparking of
the motor could ignite fumes.
SIf you strike or become entangled with a foreign
object, stop the unit immediately and check for
damage. Do not operate before repairing damage.
Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged
parts.
MAINTENANCE
SRelease the trigger, ensure the lock–off button re-
sets and allow the motor to stop, and remove bat-
tery before maintenance or repair.
SKeep unit clean of vegetation and other materials.
SCheck for damaged parts. Before further use of the
unit, any part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for align-
ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tion that may effect the unit operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly re-
paired or replaced unless indicated elsewhere in
this manual.
SMaintain cordless tools with care. Keep the handle
dry and clean, and free from oil and grease. In-
spect the unit periodically. Should damage occur,
call us at 1–800–251–8007.
SDo not attempt any maintenance or repair work not
described in your operator’s manual.
SSee that only identical replacement parts are used.
The use of non–standard parts, or other accesso-
ries or attachments not designed for this unit, could
result in serious injury to the user or damage the
tool, and void your warranty.
STORAGE
SClean after each use. Always use a clean cloth
when cleaning the unit. Never use strong deter-
gents, gasoline, petroleum–based products, or any
strong solvents to clean the unit.
SAllow the unit to cool before storing or transporting.
SBe sure to secure the unit while transporting.
SNever douse or squirt the unit with water or any
other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from
debris.
SClean, sharp blades are needed for best and saf-
est performance. Follow maintenance instructions.
SWhen not in use, store the unit indoors in a dry
place, up high or in a locked area, out of the reach
of children.
Save these instructions.
Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users.
If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
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SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product.
Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each symbol.
Safety Alert Symbol Indicating Warning, Caution or Danger
Symbol Meaning
Please Read Operator’s Manual
Wear Eye And Hearing Protection
Keep Bystanders Away
Keep Hands Away from Blade
Do Not Use in The Rain
Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly
SHIPPING CARTON
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The loose parts in carton include the following items :
Battery Charger Stand
Battery Charger
Shrubber Blade
Blade Alignment Key
KNOW YOUR TOOL
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Trigger
Grass Shear Blade Assembly
Safety Switch Release
Latch
Battery
Shrubber Blade Assembly
Cutting Blade Blade Guide
ASSEMBLY
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Press here (both sides)
Figure 1
(2) (1) (3)
Figure 2
Figure 3
Removing The Battery
Locate latches on end of each side of battery and
depress to release and remove the battery from
your unit. (Figure 1)
Charging The Battery
The battery for this unit has been shipped in a low
charge condition. Charge the battery for at least 8
hours before using.
1. Insert the battery into the charger stand (2).
Make sure that the shape of the battery matches
the shape of the charger stand socket.
(Figure 2)
2. Press down on battery. Make sure that the
battery engages properly with the charger stand.
3. Plug charger’s barrel connector (1) into the
charger stand (2).
4. Plug the charger (3) into the wall outlet (120V,
60Hz, AC).
5. When the red light is on, the battery is being
charged.
6. Charge the battery for a minimum of 8 hours
before first use and between each use.
7. When the battery if fully–charged, the red light
will go off.
8. After charging, disconnect the 12V charger from
the wall outlet and remove the battery from the
charger stand.
Tips and Notes:
SCharge and store the battery in a location where
the temperature is more than 50_F (10_C) but
less than 100_F (38_C). Otherwise the efficiency
of the charging and life of the battery will be
affected.
SThe unit is designed so that the battery can not
be overcharged. The battery can remain on the
charger stand longer than 8 hours.
Installing The Battery
1. Align the raised rib on the battery with the notch
inside the unit housing. (Figure 3)
2. Make sure that the latches on each side of the
battery snap in place and that the battery is
secured in the unit before beginning operation.
ASSEMBLY
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OPERATION
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2Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
To Start Unit
The unit is equipped with a safety switch (1), which
reduces the possibility of accidental starting.
(Figure 4)
1. Push and hold the safety switch (1). This
allows the trigger to operate.
2. Press and hold the trigger (2).
3. Release safety trigger, operation will continue
untill trigger is released.
To Stop Unit
Release the trigger to stop the unit. The safety
swtich will reset.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal
injury, make sure the safety switch w
ill
reset every time your release trigger.
Using The Grass Shears
Use the cordless grass shears for decorative
trimming of grass around walkways, trees,
flowerbeds, and etc. (Figure 5)
Tips:
SDo not force the unit through dense growth. If
the blades slow down, reduce your pace.
SAvoid trimming too close to dirt, sand or gravel.
This will dull the blades and reduce the cutting
efficiency.
Using The Shrubber
Use the shrubber for trimming and the shaping of
hedges, shrubs, and bushes. Do not trim branches
greater than 3/16 inch in diameter. (Figure 6)
WARNING: Keep hands away from
blades. Do not hold cut material whe
n
blades are moving.
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Figure 7
Figure 8
To Change/Replace The Blades
1. Remove the battery from the unit.
2. Use both thumbs to push the blade cover off.
(Figure 7)
3. Lift the old blade out of the unit.
4. While aligning the blade sprocket with the
gear on the unit, install the new blade.
5. Insert the blade alignment key into the
alignment hole. (Figure 8)
6. Slowly turn the key until the teeth of the gear
match with the teeth of sprocket. (Figure 8)
7. Slide in the blade cover, use both thumbs to
pull the blade cover back into place. (Figure 7)
8. Install the battery.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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WARNING: Always stop the unit and re-
move the battery for ANY maintenanc
e.
WARNING: Always use genuine factory
replacement parts.
Before Each Use Check For Damaged/Worn
Parts, especially:
SBlade –– Check for the proper alignment and
binding of blade.
SBattery –– Make sure the battery is properly
installed.
SLock–off Button –– Make sure the lock–off
button resets.
After Each Use Clean Unit And Labels
1. Clean the unit with a damp cloth.
2. Wipe off the unit with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
Lubricating The Shrubber And Shear Blades
1. For easier operation and longer blade life,
lubricate the shrubber and shear blades before
and after each use. (Figure 9)
2. Before lubricating, be sure the switch is in the off
position and the battery is removed from the
unit.
3. Apply light machine oil as shown in the following
figure.
Figure 9
Re–sharpening The Shrubber Cutting Blade
1. Allow the shrubber to stop with the cutting blade
and blade guide positioned as shown in
Figure 10.
2. Remove the battery.
3. Clamp the blade assembly in a vise and file the
exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth. Be
sure to retain the original angle of tooth when
filing.
4. Remove the shrubber from the vise. Re–install
the battery. Restart and stop the shrubber so
that the unsharpened edges of the blade teeth
are exposed.
5. Remove the battery and repeat the sharpening
procedure as described above.
Figure 10
Do not Re–sharpen The Shear Blades
CLEANING AND STORAGE
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Clean And Store The Unit
1. Stop the unit and remove the battery.
2. Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild
detergent.
3. Wipe off the unit with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
4. Store the unit and accessories in a dry,
well–ventilated area, out of the reach of children
and other unauthorized user.
WARNING: Do not use any strong deter-
gents on the plastic housing or the han
-
dle. They can be damaged by certa
in
aromatic oils such as pine and lemo
n,
and by solvents such as kerosen
e.
Moisture can also cause a shock ha
z-
ard. Wipe off any moisture with a so
ft
dry cloth.
BATTERY RECYCLING
Please Recycle The Battery
The battery in the unit is recyclabe. Call
1–800–8–BATTERY or visit the RBRC website at
www.rbrc.org for information on the battery
recycling and disposal bans in your area. Protect
our environment, recycle the battery.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION
Motor operates slowly or will
Weak or dead battery Charge battery
Motor operates slowly or wi
ll
not operate Cutting blades jammed Stop the unit, remove bat-
tery and clean the cutting
blades
Charger not connected to
wall outlet Make sure wall outlet has
power and re–plug in the
charger
The charging indicating ligh
t
is not on after inserting bat-
tery into the charger stand
Charger not connected to
the charger stand Connect the charger and
stand
Battery is not properly
installed into the charging
stand
Take out the battery, insert
it in right direction and press
down
Battery will not charge Battery failed Replace the battery
If further assistance is required, call 1–800–251–8007.
MODEL HCS471201 REPAIR PARTS
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BATTERY
7769103
SHEAR BLADE ASSEMBLY
7769102
CHARGER SET
7769100
SHRUBBER BLADE ASSEMBLY
7769101
BLADE ALIGNMENT KEY
7769104
Part No. Description
7769103 Battery
7769101 Shrubber Blade Assembly
7769102 Shear Blade Assembly
7769100 Battery Charger Set
7769104 Blade Alignment Key
NOTES
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