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How to trim and edge

• WARNING
• The use of eye protection is recommended.  

Do not lean over the trimmer whilst trimming or edging,
objects may be thrown by the cutting line.
Do not allow cutting head to rest on the ground.
Do not overload your trimmer.
Overloading can be avoided by making sure the motor
speed does not drop unduly. 

• BEFORE USE

Make sure that the cutting line is fed out.

• Make sure motor is up to full speed before trimming or

edging.

To start your Product
1. Attach your product to the fully charged Power Pack.(J)

The assembled product is provided with a lock-off but-
ton (K1) to prevent accidental starting.

2. To start, press lock-off button (J1), squeeze the switch

lever (K2), release lock-off button.

How to trim
1. Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip. (L).
2. Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area taking

small cuts (M)

3. Line is fed out automatically every time the trimmer

head stops rotating and returns to operating speed.

Extra line can be fed out manually as described in
Manual line feed

4. To stop your trimmer release the switch lever.

How to edge
1. To convert to edging mode, press button (N1) and

twist head (N2).  An audible "click" will confirm that
the head is locked.

2. To start, press lock-off button (K1), squeeze the

switch lever (K2), release lock-off button.

3. Rest product on wheel for extra stability and line up

the edge of the lawn with the two indicators on the
guard (P1). Edge in direction indicated in Fig P.

4. To stop your product release the switch lever.
5. To return to trimming mode, press button and twist

head back the opposite way.  An audible "click" will
confirm that the head is locked.

How to use your product under shrubs & bushes
1. To enable your product to be used under shrubs and

bushes, press the lever at the back of the trimmer
head (Q)

2. Tilt the trimmer head to one of two positions (R)
3. To return to trimming mode, press the lever at the

back of the trimmer head (Q).

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N

M

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Summary of Contents for GCT24A

Page 1: ... IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read before use retain for future reference Sabre Trim Original Instructions ...

Page 2: ...on concerning the use of the product by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator 2 Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the instructions to use the machine 3 Stop using the machine while people especially children or pets are nearby 4 Only use the product in ...

Page 3: ...ts and accessories recommended by Husqvarna UK Ltd 5 To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and hands clear of the line cutter on the leading edge of the guard 6 Clean unit with a dry cloth Never use metal objects to clean the unit 7 Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly Any repairs must be carried out by an authorised repairer 8 Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of children Do not...

Page 4: ...speed before trim ming or edging 3 If the noise of the nylon line being cut cannot be heard more line will need to be fed out 4 To feed more line it is first necessary to to allow the motor to stop completely then re start allowing the motor to reach full speed 5 Repeat step 4 until you hear the line hitting against the cutter Do not repeat this procedure more than 6 times 6 If problems are experi...

Page 5: ...ally every time the trimmer head stops rotating and returns to operating speed Extra line can be fed out manually as described in Manual line feed 4 To stop your trimmer release the switch lever How to edge 1 To convert to edging mode press button N1 and twist head N2 An audible click will confirm that the head is locked 2 To start press lock off button K1 squeeze the switch lever K2 release lock ...

Page 6: ...on line only is also available Both are available from Husqvarna UK Ltd stockists To fit spool and line complete 1 Remove old spool 2 Place new spool into spoolholder with cut out area of the spool in line with eyelet as shown in figureV 3 Release line from cleat and feed line through eyelet V Ensure spool is fully located by gently rotating it during fitment whilst keeping the spoolholder steady ...

Page 7: ... one of the buttons Clean the wheel and groove on trimmer head with a soft brush X3 X4 4 Attach wheel as described in Wheel Assembly 5 Inspect the product carefully especially the parts of the cutting head 6 If your product is damaged in any way contact your local Husqvarna UK Ltd approved service centre Never use a damaged product Storing your product 1 Attach the Steady Handle Storage Holder to ...

Page 8: ...k product rating label 5 If you have a problem with your machine contact your local Approved Service Centre ensuring you have full details of your product as described on the product rating label 6 Should it be necessary for work to be carried out by your Service Centre it is important to take your complete machine including cable and any extension cables used A network of specialist dealers can b...

Page 9: ...tly or indirectly by the fitting of replacement parts or additional parts that are not either manufactured or approved by Husqvarna UK Ltd or by the machine having been modified in any way Guarantee Guarantee Policy EC Declaration of Conformity Husqvarna AB 561 82 Huskvarna Sweden Declare under our sole responsibility that the product s Category Battery Lawn Trimmer Model s GTC24A Identification o...

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