Assembly

SDo not repair unit yourself.

SBefore using the unit, have your service deal- er replace blades or parts that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in any other

way. Throw away damaged or bent blades.

SUse only WEED EATER blades and other replacement parts and accessories as re- commended.

CUTTING SAFETY

WARNING: Inspect area to be trimmed before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be wrap around or be thrown by blades or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.

S Do not use hedge trimmer without hand- guard attached.

SDon’t force unit; it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

SKeep children away. Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and helpers at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the work area. Stop the unit immediately if you

are approached.

SAlways keep unit in front of your body. Hold

handles firmly with both hands.

SDon’t overreach or stand on unstable support such as ladders, stools, truck beds, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.

SDo not raise unit above your shoulders.

SKeep all parts of your body away from the blades.

S Use unit properly. Use only for jobs ex- plained in this manual.

SUse only in daylight or in good artificial light.

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

WARNING: Disconnect unit from the power supply before performing mainte- nance.

S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures.

SHave all service and maintenance not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- thorized service dealer to avoid creating a

hazard.

SNever douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

SKeep the blades and air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the mo- tor. Clean after each use.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

S Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use.

S Carry the unit with motor stopped and the blades away from your body.

SSecure the unit before storing or transport- ing it in a vehicle.

S Store unit so blades cannot accidentally cause injury.

S Do not store near fertilizers or chemicals which can corrode metal parts.

SStore unit indoors in a high, dry place out of

the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.

SDo not hang unit so that the trigger switch is depressed.

DOUBLE INSULATION

CONSTRUCTION

This unit is double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction consists of two separate “layers” of electrical insulation instead of grounding. Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. No grounding means is provided on this unit, nor should a means of grounding be added to this unit. As a result, the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged into any standard 120 volt electrical outlet.

Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool. The double in- sulation system only provides added protec- tion against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure.

WARNING: All electrical repairs to this unit, including housing, switch, motor, wires, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be recommended by the manufacturer. A double insulated appliance is marked with the words “double insulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol (square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by qualified service person- nel can cause the double insulation construc- tion to become ineffective and result in seri- ous injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Before using the hedge trimmer, ensure all fasteners are secure.

Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- aged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.

ASSEMBLY

Your hedge trimmer is fully assembled; no as- sembly is necessary.

545117507, HT1700, HT2400 specifications

The Weed Eater HT2400 and HT1700 are two high-performance hedge trimmers designed to provide exceptional cutting efficiency and convenience for homeowners and garden enthusiasts. These tools are part of the renowned Weed Eater brand, known for its commitment to quality and innovation in outdoor power equipment.

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