WORKPRO 7.2V Cordless Grass Shear & Shrubbery Trimmer

Product Overview

The WORKPRO 7.2V Cordless Grass Shear & Shrubbery Trimmer is a versatile handheld garden tool designed for trimming grass and small hedges. It features interchangeable blades for different tasks and is powered by a rechargeable 7.2V lithium-ion battery. The tool is charged via a USB Type-C cable.

Parts Identification (Fig. 1)

Operating Instructions

General Safety Warnings

⚠️ Danger! - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.

❗ Hazard symbols provide information on the prevention of personal injury and property damage.

Keep all other persons away from the danger zone. ?

Protect the tool from dampness and never expose it to rain. ?️

❗ Important: The cutter blades continue to run after the motor is switched off. Wait for the blades to come to a standstill. Risk of injury!

Guaranteed sound power level: 86 dB

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

⚠️ Warning! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term "power tool" refers to your mains-operated (corded) or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• 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.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

Personal Safety

• 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.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position before connecting to the power source and/or battery pack, picking up, or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch ON invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
• 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

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Battery Safety

• Never store or leave your lithium ion battery in temperatures over that recommended, otherwise fire may occur.
• DO NOT store the Lithium Ion battery anywhere that the temperature can easily reach higher temperatures than recommended - this includes garden type sheds and vehicles where the inside temperature can climb to dangerous levels in direct sunlight and on high temperature days. THINK BEFORE LEAVING YOUR LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK IN STORAGE.
• The battery can be charged or operated at temperatures between 4°C (40°F) and 40°C (104°F). NEVER CHARGE YOUR LITHIUM ION BATTERY BELOW OR ABOVE RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURES, OTHERWISE FIRE OR SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY PACK MAY OCCUR.
• The most suitable temperatures to charge the battery pack are between 20°C (68°F) - 25°C (77°F).
• Always allow the battery pack to cool down after charging; do not place it in a hot environment such as a metal shed or open trailer left in the sun.
• Take care where the tool is stored. Do not store in areas of corrosive fumes, or salt air, or similar conditions. Try to store the tool in the packaging supplied with the tool.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire or put the battery into a microwave oven, conventional oven, dryer, or high-pressure container. Under these conditions, the battery may explode.
• Never attempt to open the battery pack, puncture the battery, or subject the battery to strong physical shock.
• If you detect leakage or a foul odour, it is especially important to keep the battery away from fire. If battery liquid leaks onto your skin or clothes, wash well with clean water immediately. If liquid leaking from the battery gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes. Rinse your eyes well (for at least 10 minutes) with clean water, and consult a doctor immediately.
• Do not use a leaking battery.
• Handle batteries with care to avoid shorting the battery with conducting materials, such as nails, screws, metal watch bands, rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery may overheat and could burn you.
• After the battery has reached the end of its useful life, we recommend recycling the materials at your local municipal council recycling centre. DO NOT attempt to replace the battery cells in the battery pack, repair, or modify any part of the battery pack assembly.
• When the battery pack starts to cut out due to low voltage, or previous tasks undertaken can no longer be performed, it is suggested to stop using the tool and recharge the battery.
• For storage, it is suggested to recharge the battery between 50% and 75% charge, and charge the device at least once in 3-6 months to preserve battery lifespan.
• When charging the battery: New batteries are shipped in a low charged condition and should be recharged before use. The battery pack can be recharged at any time during use, provided the pack is not overheated.

Cordless Grass Trimmer Safety Warnings

❗ 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:

1. Avoid dangerous environment - Do not use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Don't use in rain.
3. Keep children away - All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
4. 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.
5. Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
7. Avoid Unintentional Starting - Do not carry appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is OFF before inserting battery pack.
8. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the appliance.
9. Do not 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.
10. Do not Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
11. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
12. Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place out of reach of children.
13. Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep cutting edge sharp and 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.
14. Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other 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.
15. Keep hands away from blades.
16. Do not use or charge appliance in rain, or in wet locations.
17. Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
18. Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
19. Use only the battery(ies) listed in “SPECIFICATIONS". Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
20. 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.
21. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
22. Be aware that this appliance is always in an operating condition, because it does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet.
23. Do not operate appliances in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Appliances create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
24. A battery operated appliance with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
25. Use battery operated appliance only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
26. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the appliance on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the appliance may result in personal injury.
27. Do not use appliance if switch does not turn it on or off. An appliance that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
28. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one appliance may create a risk of injury when used on another appliance.
29. Appliance service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
30. When servicing an appliance, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
31. Before cutting grass, remove foreign matter such as rocks and large sticks from the work area. Be careful not to catch foreign matter between blades, otherwise blades may be jammed. If this happens, switch the appliance off. Then remove the obstruction from the blades.
32. When not in use, be sure to cover the blades with blade cover.
33. If the blades stop moving due to stuck foreign objects between the blades during operation, switch off the tool and remove the battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign objects using tools such as pliers. Removing the foreign objects by hand may cause an injury for the reason that the blades may move in reaction to removing the foreign objects.

Operation

Charging the Battery (Fig. 2)

Connect to power supply (DC 5V, 500mA to 2000mA), it can be any mobile phone charger or USB port of the computer or power bank (output 5V DC).

• LED illuminates red when charging.
• The battery will take approximately 3 hours to charge. Charging may take up to 5 hours due to the level of charge left in the battery, the ambient temperature, and output current of power supply.
• LED illuminates green when fully charged.

❗ For safety reasons, it is not possible to work with the battery while it is being charged.

To ensure that the battery pack provides long service, you should take care to recharge it promptly.

You must recharge the battery pack when you notice that the power of the cordless grass shear & shrubbery trimmer drops. Never fully discharge the battery pack. This will cause it to develop a defect.

❗ Warning! The switching devices installed on the tool by the manufacturer are not allowed to be removed or bypassed, e.g. by fitting a switching button to the handle, as this may result in risk of injury and the tool will no longer switch off automatically.

Switching on (Fig. 3 & Fig. 4)

Plug in the safety key on the rear end of handle (Fig. 3). Activate the safety lock-off by pressing it and pressing the ON/OFF switch (3) at the same time.

Switching off

To switch off the equipment, let go of the ON/OFF switch.

If not used for a period of time, please pull out the safety lock key (4).

Cutting grass (6.1)

Allow the grass cutter to glide above the ground. The best results are achieved when the lawn is dry.

When you notice a drop in cutting performance, re-charge the tool immediately so that the battery does not become fully discharged.

Trimming hedges (6.2)

The tool can be used to trim small hedges and shrubs.

Hold the tool slightly tilted in relation to the hedge you want to cut. First cut the sides from the bottom up, then cut the top.

Watch out for foreign objects in or on the hedge which could damage the blades.

When is the best time to trim hedges?

As a general rule, hedges which lose their leaves in the autumn should be trimmed in June and October. Hedges which do not lose their leaves should be cut in April and August.

Rotating rear handle (See Fig. 5-8)

The handle of this grass shear & shrubbery trimmer can be rotated to three different angles (-90°, 0°, 90°) to assist with your job requirements.

• Middle position (0°) will assist you for grass cutting or trimming hedges top conveniently.
• Left position (-90°) and right position (+90°) will provide you comfortable gripping posture when trimming left or right side of hedges. (Fig 7, 8)

To return the handle to the different angles, pull back the handle rotation button (11) and rotate the handle clockwise or anticlockwise till the handle locks into position. (Fig 5, 6)

Changing the blade (See Fig. 9-13)

❗ Warning! Risk of injury! Remove the safety key from the tool before changing blades.

The grass and shrubbery shears is equipped with two interchangeable blades that are designed for do-it-yourself grooming projects around your garden. The shrubbery blade (6) is used to cut hedges and shrubbery (Fig. 9) while the grass shear blade (1) is used to cut grass and hedges where finer detail is required (Fig. 10).

To fit or change the blade, hold the grass shear & shrubbery trimmer on head top.

• Press the blade release button (5). Meanwhile, remove the blade mechanism by pulling down the blade rear box with other hand. (Fig 11, 12)
• Insert the desired blade into the base of the motor housing till the blade rear box locks into position. (Fig. 13)

Cleaning, Maintenance

Cleaning (7.1)

Keep all safety devices, air vents, and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.

It is recommended to clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.

Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents, these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device.

A few drops of oil (e.g. sewing machine oil) will improve the cutting performance of the blades, but never apply any grease to the blades.

To ensure constant exact cutting, it is also important to remove grass remnants and dirt from between the upper and lower blade.

❗ Caution! Never clean the tool under running water and particularly never with high pressure washer, because of the potential danger to persons and property. Keep your cordless grass and shrubbery shear in a dry and frost-proof place. Choose a place that children are unable to enter.

Maintenance

To achieve good results, you should keep the blades sharp at all times. In particular, it is recommended to immediately level off any ridges caused by stones or the like. The tool should be thoroughly cleaned both before and after use.

There are no parts inside the equipment which require additional maintenance.

Disposal and Recycling (8)

The unit is supplied in packaging to prevent its being damaged in transit. This packaging is raw material and can therefore be reused or can be returned to the raw material system.

The unit and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Defective components must be disposed of as special waste. Ask your dealer or your local council.

❗ Think of the environment when disposing of batteries. Contact your local authorities to find out where your nearest disposal area is. Do not dispose of batteries with domestic refuse. Do not dispose of by burning, risk of explosion. ?

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