Description
Yato cordless hedge trimmer 55 cm body (YT-828334) is a hedge trimmer from the Yato 18V battery system whose laser-cut blade has a cutting length of 550 mm (22″). The blade cuts branches up to 16 mm thick, and the cutting speed is 1550 min⁻¹. The body-only model is supplied without a battery or charger.
The rear handle turns to locking positions 0°, ±45° and ±90°. Thanks to the rotating handle, the wrist stays in a natural position even when cutting the vertical sides of a hedge. The handles have a soft, rubber-coated grip surface, and there is a transparent hand guard behind the front handle.
The trimmer starts only with two hands: the power switch lock on the front handle and the power switch on the rear handle are held down throughout the work. When the switch is released, the trimmer stops. The battery is at the rear of the body and locks into a latch. The blade comes with a blade cover for transport and storage.
The trimmer works with all Li-Ion batteries of the Yato 18V system; the battery and charger are purchased separately. The electrical protection class is III. The sound pressure level is 84.4 dB(A), the sound power level 92.0 dB(A) and the vibration 2.27 m/s²; the guaranteed sound power level under Directive 2000/14/EC is 94 dB(A). The same trimmer with a battery and charger is product number YT-828333.
Uses and suitability:
The Yato cordless hedge trimmer 55 cm body is designed for trimming and shaping shrub crowns and hedges and for cutting thin branches. Being battery-powered, it is quieter than a petrol machine and can be used near buildings and in places beyond the reach of a mains cable. A suitable battery is, for example, the Yato 18V Li-Ion battery and a suitable charger the Yato battery charger 18V 2.4-4.5A smart fast charger. A model in the same range with a shorter blade is the Yato cordless hedge trimmer 18V 45 cm, body only, and for tall hedges the Yato cordless long-reach hedge trimmer 18V, body only.
- Top of hedges: move the 550 mm blade in wide arcs tilted 5–10° in the cutting direction; a taut string helps achieve an even height.
- Sides of hedges: vertical cutting is done with curved movements from bottom to top and top to bottom, so both sides of the blade are used; turn the rear handle to the ±45° or ±90° position.
- Shrubs and ornamental shrubs: shaping crowns and cutting thin branches up to 16 mm.
- Gardens and around buildings: the cordless trimmer does not need an extension cable, and its noise level is lower than that of a petrol machine.
Package contents:
- Cordless hedge trimmer 18V, 550 mm blade (body only, without battery and charger)
- Blade cover
Features:
- Laser-cut blade: 550 mm (22″) cutting length, cuts branches up to 16 mm.
- Swivelling rear handle: locking positions 0°, ±45° and ±90° for horizontal and vertical cutting.
- Soft handle: rubber-coated grip surface improves grip.
- Two-handed starting: the power switch lock on the front handle and the power switch on the rear handle prevent accidental starting.
- Hand guard: transparent guard in front of the front handle.
- Tine guard: protects the blade and the user during transport and storage.
- Yato 18V system: the same Li-Ion battery fits other tools in the system.
Technical specifications:
- Cutting speed: 1550 min⁻¹.
- Cutting length: 550 mm (22″).
- Maximum cutting diameter: 16 mm.
- Voltage: 18 V DC.
- Battery type: Li-Ion (Yato 18V).
- Number of batteries: not included.
- Charger: not included.
- Rotating handle: yes, 0°, ±45°, ±90°.
- Soft handle: yes.
- Electrical protection class: III.
- Sound pressure level LpA: 84.4 ± 3.0 dB(A).
- Sound power level LwA: 92.0 ± 3.0 dB(A); guaranteed sound power level 94 dB(A).
- Vibration ah: 2.27 ± 1.5 m/s².
- Blade clearance: 0.2–0.4 mm.
- Standards: EN 62841-1, EN 62841-4-2, EN IEC 55014-1, EN IEC 55014-2.
Yato cordless hedge trimmer 55 cm body user manual:
Preparation: always remove the battery before adjustments, cleaning and maintenance. Inspect the trimmer visually, pull off the blade cover and check that the blades are not damaged. Mark a safety zone around the work area and remove loose branches and debris from previous cutting.
Battery: Push the battery into the trimmer’s battery slot until the latch locks. Remove the battery by pressing the latch and pulling the battery out.
Adjusting the handle: slide the latch button on the rear handle towards the front of the trimmer, hold it down and turn the handle to the desired marked position. Release the button and make sure the handle locks.
Starting and stopping: take a stable stance. Grip the front handle and press the power switch lock, grip the rear handle with the other hand and press the power switch. Keep both pressed throughout the work. The trimmer stops when the power switch is released.
Cutting: cut at full speed with wide movements and tilt the blade 5–10° in the cutting direction. Do not let the unit run at low speed. If the blade jams, switch off the trimmer, remove the battery and let the parts cool before removing the jammed material.
Maintenance and storage: clean the blades with a brush after every use and protect them with lubricant spray. The blade clearance is 0.2–0.4 mm; dull or damaged blades are sharpened or replaced by an authorised service centre. Store the trimmer in a dry, enclosed space with the battery removed and the blade cover in place.
Warnings:
- Keep all parts of the body away from the blade; the blades keep moving for a moment after the switch is released.
- Hold the trimmer only by its insulated handles; the hedge may contain hidden electrical cables.
- Wear safety glasses and hearing protection; also wear protective gloves and sturdy footwear.
- Do not use the trimmer in rain, wet conditions or thunderstorms.
- Remove the battery before clearing jammed material, adjustments, maintenance and transport, and fit the blade cover for transport.
- The gearbox cover gets hot during use; do not touch it.
- Keep children and bystanders away from the work area; take special care on slippery, sloping or uneven ground.
- Take breaks: noise and vibration strain the user. Stop work immediately if you experience nausea, dizziness or visual disturbances.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
Is a battery included with the Yato cordless hedge trimmer 55 cm body? No. The body-only model YT-828334 is supplied without a battery and charger. The set with a battery and charger is YT-828333.
Which batteries fit the trimmer? All Yato 18V system Li-Ion batteries, for example 2 Ah (YT-828461), 3 Ah (YT-828462) and 4 Ah (YT-828463).
How thick branches can the trimmer cut? The maximum cutting diameter is 16 mm. Thicker branches are cut with loppers or a saw.
How is the handle angle adjusted? The latch button on the rear handle is slid forward and the handle is turned to the 0°, ±45° or ±90° position. The handle locks when the button is released.
How often do the blades need maintenance? The blades are cleaned and lubricated after every use. The blade clearance is 0.2–0.4 mm, and dull blades are sharpened by an authorised service centre.
Recycling instructions:
Sort the cardboard packaging for cardboard recycling and plastic parts for plastic recycling. At the end of its life, the Yato cordless hedge trimmer 55 cm body is an electrical appliance (EEE): take it to a collection point for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) or to the retailer, not to mixed waste. Recycle separately purchased Li-Ion batteries at a battery collection point with their terminals taped.
