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Gardener’s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide

Technical specifi cations.

Model number

GCT260

Drive train

Auto clutch, spiralbevel gear, fl exible shaft

Reduction gear ratio

1:1

Engine type

2-stroke vertical piston valve

Engine model

1E34F petrol engine

Fuel mix

25:1 unleaded petrol to 2-stroke oil

Engine idling speed

2,800rpm

Engine power

0.71kW@6,000rpm

Spark plug type

NGK BPMR7A

Spark plug gap

0.6 to 0.7 mm

Length of main pipe

1520 mm

Length of drive shaft

1375 mm

Fuel tank capacity

600ml

Length of line out of hub

100-150 mm

Noise level

79dBA

Dry weight

4.4kg

Warranty

1 year domestic warranty

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Summary of Contents for GCT-260

Page 1: ...al carefully before operating your new Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer GCT 260 GRASS TRIMMER USER MANUAL 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 1 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 1 7 4 09 3 40 03 PM 7 4 09 3 40 03 PM ...

Page 2: ...y questions on usage safety or any other issue please call our Customer Help Line on 1800 466 068 Gardener s Choice products are monitored and enhanced on an on going basis to comply with changing technical standards and requirements As a result Gardener s Choice reserves the right to alter design and specifications at any time without prior notice Contents Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer features...

Page 3: ...er 4 Fuel Tank 5 Ignition Switch 6 Throttle Control 7 Fuel Mixing Bottle 8 Tool Kit 9 Ergonomic Handle 10 Sliding Sleeve 11 Spark plug and gasket set 12 Safety Guard 13 Line Trimmer Head 14 Bent Shaft 15 Gear Head 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 3 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 3 7 4 09 3 40 10 PM 7 4 09 3 40 10 PM ...

Page 4: ...ect the spark plug cap before cleaning transporting or making adjustments 8 We recommend you avoid trimming when it is raining or after nightfall 9 Do not fill the tank or start the Grass Trimmer indoors or in a poorly ventilated area as exhaust gases contain poisonous substances and petrol fumes are flammable and dangerous 10 Never open the fuel filler cap or fill the tank if the engine is still ...

Page 5: ...s back clip the guard onto the shaft lining the holes up with the guides see Figure 2 then locate the bolt through the guard and guide plate as indicated Place the washer over the bolt and tighten wing nut Attaching the trimmer head Insert the allen key provided into the hole on the gear head to stop it from rotating Then wind the trimmer head clockwise onto the head Figure 3 Figure 1 Figure 2 Fig...

Page 6: ...espective channels see Figure 5 In order to stop the line from unravelling slip each end into the lugs on the bottom edge of the spool see Figure 6 Insert ends of lines through holes in side of spool casing and place the spool into the centre of the casing see Figure 7 When in position pull the ends further out of the casing Then return the lid click into place and return to hub Replacing trimmer ...

Page 7: ... Figure 9 Set choke lever into closed position if starting from cold Figure 10 Pull the starter cord until the Grass Trimmer starts or sounds like it wants to start then return choke to open position After it starts allow the engine to warm up for at least 20 to 30 seconds For warm restarts do not prime just pull the cord and it will start after one or more pulls To stop the engine simply move the...

Page 8: ...nleaded petrol to 2 stroke oil Engine idling speed 2 800rpm Engine power 0 71kW 6 000rpm Spark plug type NGK BPMR7A Spark plug gap 0 6 to 0 7 mm Length of main pipe 1520 mm Length of drive shaft 1375 mm Fuel tank capacity 600ml Length of line out of hub 100 150 mm Noise level 79dBA Dry weight 4 4kg Warranty 1 year domestic warranty 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 8 5285 Gardeners Choi...

Page 9: ... fuel 25 1 Clean or replace with a new spark plug Press firmly on the terminal cover Drain stale fuel and replace with fresh 2 stroke fuel Contact an authorised Gardener s Choice dealer Engine stops often Blocked fuel supply Fuel cap is not venting Incorrect type of fuel Ensure the fuel line is not pinched or blocked Ensure vent hole in the fuel tank cap is clear Drain tank and fill with 2 stroke ...

Page 10: ...itting the spark plug take care not to over tighten If adjusting yourself note that the spark plug gap must be set initially to 0 6 see Figure 12 but after the machine has been used for some time regulate the gap to 0 7 mm 2 Air filter Ensure that the engine is cool remove the air filter cover and then take out the air filter element see Figure 13 Put the cover back on the housing immediately to p...

Page 11: ...ol is highly flammable so extreme caution must be taken Always store petrol in approved containers and ensure petrol is less than three months old Notes 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 11 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 11 7 4 09 3 40 44 PM 7 4 09 3 40 44 PM ...

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