February 19, 2026, 4:02 pm | Read time: 2 minutes
A malfunction can turn a practical garden tool into a safety risk. This concerns a potentially defective switch on a specific cordless hedge trimmer–with potentially dangerous consequences.
Malfunction Possible with Einhell Hedge Trimmer
Einhell Germany AG is informing about a possible malfunction in certain units of their cordless hedge trimmer GE-CH 36/65 Li-Solo. According to the company, it may occur that the rear on/off switch remains in the on position during operation and does not automatically return.
In this case, the two-hand safety function of the hedge trimmer does not work properly. While the device does not continue running indefinitely, it can potentially be turned on by simply pressing the front switch.
The company therefore strongly advises against continuing to use the hedge trimmer. This is not a classic recall, as myHOMEBOOK learned in a conversation with an Einhell employee, but rather a consumer advisory.
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This Cordless Hedge Trimmer is Affected
The warning specifically refers to the following product:
- Manufacturer: Einhell Germany AG
- Name: Einhell Cordless Hedge Trimmer GE-CH 36/65 Li-Solo
- Article Number: 3410960
- Ident Number: 11018 and 21022
- Affected Year of Manufacture: up to July 2024
The relevant information can be found on the device’s nameplate, which is located near the motor.
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What Affected Customers Should Do
“If the consumer detects a defect, they are asked to contact Einhell customer service directly for further action,” the manufacturer states. “In this case, it is requested to immediately cease use.”
Customers who own one of the affected hedge trimmers should therefore not continue to use the device. Consumers can obtain information about a possible repair or replacement of the cordless hedge trimmer by calling 09951 959 3200.