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Operating/Safety Instructions
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HSSC-01
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1. Work Area Safety
a. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b. 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.
c. Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2. Electrical Safety
a. 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
risk of electric shock.
b. Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Do not use outdoors.
Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
c. Do not place or store appliance where it
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
Do not place in or drop into water or
other liquid.
3. Personal Safety
a. 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.
b. Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and / or
battery pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your
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 terms tool, power tool, scissors, shears, product or appliance in this manual
refers to the Dremel HSSC-01.
Important Safety Warnings
Safety Symbols
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the
manual and pay attention to these symbols.
!
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
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finger on the switch or energizing power
tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
e. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
f. 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.
g. Keep fingers away from moving parts,
especially the area near the blades.
4. Power Tool Use and Care
a. 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.
b. 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.
c. Ensure the speed wheel is in the "0"
position before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach
of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools and accessories.
Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool
bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
h. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and grasping surfaces
do not allow for safe handling and control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
5. Battery/Tool Use and Care
a. Recharge only with the charger
specified by the manufacturer. A charger
that is suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
b. When tool is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other
small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.
c. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery, avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
d. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or
modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
e. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure
to fire or temperature above 265 °F may
cause explosion.
f. Follow all charging instructions and do
not charge the battery pack or tool
outside the temperature range specified
in the instructions. Charging improperly
or at temperatures outside the specified
range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of fire.
Important Safety Warnings
Safety Rules for Cordless Scissors (Shears)
a. Keep hands away from moving cutting
blades. Contact with blade may cause
personal injury.
b. Keep hands away from cutting area;
never reach underneath the material for
any reason while cutting. Contact with
blade may cause personal injury.
c. Ensure that no material or surface under
the cutting area can be damaged by the
cutting blades.
d. Hold tool by insulated gripping surface
when performing an operation where
the cutting blades may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will
make exposed metal parts of the tool
"live" and shock the operator.
e. In case of electrical or mechanical
malfunction, immediately switch off the
tool or unplug charger from power
source.
f. Battery tools are always in an operative
condition. Be aware of the possible
hazards.
g. Do not run the tool while carrying it at
your side. Blades could become
entangled with clothing and injury may
result.
h. Do not cut material greater than the
rated capacity of the scissors. Cutting
material greater than the capacity of the
scissors may cause damage to the blades.
i. During a cut, don’t remove scissors from
work while blades are moving.
Removing the scissors while running may
cause damage to the blades.
j. Do not use dull or damaged blades or
accessories not intended for these
scissors. Replace worn blades. Sharp
blades minimize stalling.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
b. Never service damaged battery packs.
Service of battery packs should only be
performed by the manufacturer or
authorized service providers.
Important Safety Warnings
Some dust created
by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area,
and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that
are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
Additional Safety Warnings
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Charging Safety Rules
a. This manual contains instructions for
battery charger model 510. Do not
substitute any other charger.
b. Before using battery charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on
(1) battery charger, and (2) product
using battery.
c. Charge only Dremel HSSC-01. Other
types of cordless tools may burst causing
personal injury and damage.
d. Charge tool in temperatures above +41
degrees F (5 degrees C) and below +113
degrees F (45 degrees C). Store tool in
locations where temperatures will not
exceed 120 degrees F (49 degrees C).
This is important to prevent serious
damage to the battery cells.
e. To reduce the risk of fire, personal
injury, and product damage due to a
short circuit, never immerse your tool in
fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside them.
Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as
seawater, certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach containing products,
etc., can cause a short circuit.
f. Do not recharge tool in damp or wet
environment. Do not expose charger to
rain or snow. Water entering battery
charger may result in electric shock or
fire.
g. Battery leakage may occur under
extreme usage or temperature
conditions. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. The battery liquid is caustic and
could cause chemical burns to tissues. If
liquid comes in contact with skin, wash
quickly with soap and water. If the liquid
contacts your eyes, flush them with water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek
medical attention.
h. Place charger on flat nonflammable
surfaces and away from flammable
materials when recharging tool.
Carpeting and other heat insulating
surfaces block proper air circulation,
which may cause overheating of the
charger and tool. If smoke or melting of
the charger or tool is observed, unplug
the charger immediately and do not use
the tool or charger. Contact customer
service immediately.
i. Make sure cord is located so that it will
not be stepped on, tripped over, or
otherwise subjected to damage or
stress. Damaged plug and cord may
result in electric shock or fire.
j. Disconnect the charger by pulling the
plug rather than the cord. Do not
operate charger with damaged cord or
plug; have them replaced immediately.
Damaged plug or cord may result in
electric shock or fire.
k. Do not disassemble charger or operate
the charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped or otherwise
damaged in anyway. Incorrect
reassembly or damage may result in
electric shock or fire.
l. Before each use, check the battery
charger, cable and plug. If damage is
detected, do not use the battery
charger. Never open the battery charger
yourself, take it to a Dremel Factory
Service Center, or qualified serviceman
only using original spare parts. Incorrect
reassembly may result in electric shock or
fire.
m. Do not use attachments not
recommended or sold by Dremel. Using
attachments not recommended may
result in electric shock or fire.
n. Unplug tool from charger when battery
in tool is fully charged. Tool left plugged
in the charger over a long period of time
could lead to tool damage and fire.
o. Unplug charger from outlet before
storage, attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of electric
shock or fire.
p. Keep the battery charger clean by
blowing compressed air on charger
vents and wiping the charger housing
with a damp cloth. Contamination may
result in electric shock or fire.
Battery Care
a. Battery leakage may occur under
extreme usage or temperature
conditions. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. The battery liquid is caustic and
could cause chemical burn to tissues. If
liquid comes in contact with skin, wash
quickly with soap and water. If the liquid
contacts your eyes, flush them with water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek
medical attention.
Tool/Battery Disposal
Do not attempt
to disassemble
the tool or remove any component
projecting from the tool. Fire or injury
may result.
Bosch is committed to environmental
protection. We encourage you to
responsibly recycle your Bosch product
when it reaches end of life, because
recycling saves resources and creates
jobs. Please find a local e-recycling
facility near you to properly dispose of
this product.
Charging Safety Rules
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The manufacturer is not responsible for
radio interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment. Such
modifications could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
NOTE! This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution
This class B digital device complies with ICES-003
Canada ICES-003(B) / NMB-003 (B)
IC Canada
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Symbols
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study
them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you
to operate the tool better and safer.
Symbol Designation / Explanation
V Volts (voltage)
A Amperes (current)
Hz Hertz (frequency, cycles per second)
n
0
No load speed (rotational speed at no load)
.../min
Revolutions or reciprocation per minute (revolutions, strokes,
surface speed, orbits etc. per minute)
0 Off position (zero speed, zero torque...)
1, 2, 3, ...
I, II, III,
Selector settings (speed, torque or position settings. Higher number
means greater speed)
Arrow (action in the direction of arrow)
Alternating current (type or a characteristic of current)
Direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
Class II construction (designates double insulated construction
tools)
Alerts user to read manual
Alerts user to wear eye protection
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian
Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this product is verified by Underwriters
Laboratories to comply with Natural Resources Canada energy
efficiency standards.
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1
3
2
4
5
6
7
11
Battery tools are always in an operative condition. Be aware of
the possible hazards.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Functional Description and Specifications
Dremel HSSC-01 Lithium-ion Cordless Scissors (Shears)
1 Blade attachment
2 Blade attachment release button
3 On/Off trigger
4 Variable speed dial
5 Insulated gripping surface
6 USB-C port
7 Battery charge indicator
8 Replacement blade attachment
9 USB-C cable
10 Power adapter (or “charger”)
11 USB-C port cover
Fig. 1
10
8
9
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Cordless Scissors (Shears)
Model number HSSC-01
Allowed ambient temperature
– during charging 41...113 °F (5...+45 °C)
– during operation/storage –4...122 °F (–20...+50 °C)
AC Power Adapter
Model number 510
Input 120V~60Hz
Output
5V 1.0A
Battery
Chemistry Li-ion
Capacity 2.0 Ah
Charge time Approx. 2.5 Hr.
USB Cable
Rating
5V 2.0A
Functional Description and Specifications
Charging the Tool
Use only Dremel
510 power adapter
and the provided USB cable to charge the
tool. Use of other power adapter or USB
cable may increase the risk of fire, personal
injury and property damage.
Your Dremel HSSC-01 does not come
completely charged from the factory. Be
sure to charge tool prior to initial use.
– Insert USB-C cable 9 into USB port of
power adapter 10 (Fig. 1).
– Plug power adapter 10 into standard
power outlet.
– Plug USB-C plug into USB-C port 6.
The battery charge indicator 7 will blink
indicating that the battery is charging.
See “Battery Charge Indicator” below
for more information.
It is normal for the handle of the tool to
get warm during charging.
Note: The tool cannot be used during
the charging process.
When the battery is fully charged,
disconnect the USB-C end of the cable 9
from the tool.
Unplug the power adapter from the
power outlet (unless you are charging
another tool).
BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR
At each turn on, the battery status
indicator 7 will report the current
charge state of the battery for 3
seconds. See table.
In use, the battery status indicator will
flash red to indicate a low battery
(<10%) condition.
Turn-On Battery Status
LED Charge Status
Green >50%
Orange <50%, >10%
Red <10%
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Turning On/Off Scissors
To turn on tool: slide variable speed dial
4 in left direction to desired speed (you
will hear audible click) (Fig. 2), pull
trigger 3 to turn on tool.
To turn off tool: release trigger 3, slide
variable speed dial 4 in right direction to
"0" position (you will hear an audible
click) (Fig. 3).
Rotate variable
speed dial to
"0" position whenever tool is not being
used. This will reduce the risk of fire,
personal injury and property damage.
Operating Instructions
Ensure tool is turn off before making any assembly, adjustments
or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
ON
Fig. 2
While charging, the battery status
indicator will blink green, transitioning
to steady green when charging is
complete.
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
– Lithium-ion battery will hold its charge
while in storage for up to 2 years so it’s
always ready when you need it.
– The charger was designed to charge the
battery only when the battery
temperature is between 41˚F (5˚C) and
113˚F (45˚C).
– A substantial drop in operating time per
charge may mean the internal battery
pack is nearing the end of its life and
the tool should be replaced. Contact
Dremel customer service at 1-800-4-
DREMEL if there are questions.
– If battery does not charge properly:
a. Check for voltage at outlet by
plugging in some other electrical
device.
b. Check to see if outlet is connected
to a light switch which turns power
“off” when lights are turned off.
c. Check to see if USB cable is
properly connected to the tool and
the power adapter.
d. If you still do not get proper
charging, send tool and power
adapter to your Dremel Service
Center.
Note: Use of power adapters or battery
packs not sold by Dremel may void the
warranty.
Charging Behavior
LED Charge Status
Flashing Green Charging
Solid Green Charge Complete
Charging the Tool
O
OFF
Fig. 3
Making a cut
1. Ensure full charge of scissors (static
green LED).
2. Hold tool in vertical position with
blades perpendicular to the cutting
material.
3. Turn variable speed dial 4 left to turn
ON scissors.
4. Turn variable speed dial 4 left to
increase speed. Speed is variable
from 1 to 5 for lower to higher
speeds.
5. Pull on/off trigger 3 to initiate cutting.
6. Engage cutting blades to material,
Fig. 4.
7. When complete, release trigger 3 and
turn variable speed dial 4 right to “0”
to turn scissors OFF.
Blade Attachment
Your Electronic Scissors are provided
with replacement blades.
To attach blade attachment: Turn off
tool. Hold blade attachment 8 by grip
and slide into position, Fig. 5. You
should hear an audible click, blade
attachment is secure.
To remove blade attachment: Turn off
tool. Press blade attachment release
button 2 and pull blade attachment 8
from lock position, Fig. 6.
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Click!
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
Operating Instructions
Fig. 4
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Extension Cords
Service
NO USER
SERVICE ABLE
PARTS INSIDE. Preventive
maintenance performed by un au -
thorized personnel may result in
misplacing of internal wires and
components which could cause serious
hazard. We recom mend that all tool
service be performed by a Dremel
Service Center. SERVICE MEN:
Disconnect tool and/or charger from
power source before servicing.
Batteries
Be alert for battery packs that are
nearing their end of life. If you notice
decreased tool performance or
significantly shorter running time
between charges then it is time to
replace the battery pack. Failure to do
so can cause the tool to operate
improperly or damage the charger.
Cleaning
Certain cleaning
agents and
solvents damage plastic parts. Some of
these are: gasoline, car bon
tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and household
detergents that contain ammonia.
Ventilation openings and switch levers
must be kept clean and free of foreign
matter. Do not attempt to clean by
inserting pointed objects through
opening.
Maintenance
If an extension
cord is
necessary, a cord with adequate size
conductors that is capable of carrying
the current necessary for your tool
must be used. This will prevent
excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. Grounded tools must use
3-wire extension cords that have 3-
prong plugs and receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number,
the heav i er the cord.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
To avoid accidents, always disconnect the tool and/or charger from
the power supply and turn variable speed dial to "0" position
before cleaning.
Tool’s
Ampere
Rating
Cord Size in A.W.G. Wire Sizes in mm
2
Cord Length in Feet Cord Length in Meters
25 50 100 150 15 30 60 120
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
18
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
–
14
12
12
12
–
0.75
0.75
0.75
1.0
–
0.75
1.0
1.0
2.5
–
1.5
2.5
2.5
4.0
–
2.5
4.0
4.0
–
–
Recommended materials for use:
• Cardboard
Maximum thickness: 1/4"
• Plastic Packaging
• Fabric
• Foam Boards
• Paper goods
Materials not recommended:
• Metal wires
• Sheet metal
• Sand paper (abrasive materials)
Material Usage
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Dremel™ Limited Warranty
Your Dremel product is warranted against defective material or workmanship for a period of two years from date of
purchase. In the event of a failure of a product to conform to this written warranty, please take the following action:
1. DO NOT return your product to the place of purchase.
2. Carefully package the product by itself, with no other items, and return it, freight prepaid, along with:
A. A copy of your dated proof of purchase (please keep a copy for yourself).
B. A written statement about the nature of the problem.
C. Your name, address and phone number to:
UNITED STATES CANADA
Dremel Service Center Giles Tool Agency
4915 21st Street OR 47 Granger Av.
Racine, WI 53406 Scarborough, Ontario Canada
M1K 3K9 1-416-287-3000
OUTSIDE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES
See your local distributor or write to Dremel, 4915 21st Street Racine, WI 53406
We recommend that the package be insured against loss or in transit damage for which we cannot be responsible.
This warranty applies only to the original registered purchaser. DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM
TAMPERING, ACCIDENT, ABUSE, NEGLIGENCE, UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS, UNAPPROVED
ATTACHMENTS OR OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO PROBLEMS WITH MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT
COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY.
No employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorized to give any warranties on behalf of Dremel. If Dremel
inspection shows that the problem was caused by problems with material or workman ship within the limitations of
the warranty, Dremel will repair or replace the product free of charge and return product prepaid. Repairs made
necessary by normal wear or abuse, or repair for product outside the warranty period, if they can be made, will be
charged at regular factory prices.
DREMEL MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATEVER, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE ABOVE
MENTIONED OBLIGATION ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY DREMEL AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. The
obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. The warrantor is not liable for any incidental or
consequential damages due to any such alleged defect. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
For prices and warranty fulfillment in the continental United States, contact your local Dremel distributor.
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