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1700W 

ROTARY  

COLLECT  

MOWER

   

RC1700

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Summary of Contents for 1700W

Page 1: ...1 1700W ROTARY COLLECT MOWER RC1700 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...d under this warranty With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our website www gmcompany com For prompt service we sug...

Page 3: ...ion Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take sp...

Page 4: ...se reduces the risk of electric shock 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 safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment su...

Page 5: ...size of extension cord is not lighter than 1 5mm2 at 30 metres in length or 1 0mm2 at 20 metres in length Completely uncoil your extension cable before use to prevent overheating and loss of mower efficiency When tidying away the cable wind it carefully to avoid kinking WARNING After switching off the machine the cutting blade continues to rotate for a few more seconds Frequently inspect the condi...

Page 6: ...lammable and or explosive substances such as liquids gasses and powders Always stop the mower and switch off at the mains when cutting is delayed emptying the grass box or when walking from one cutting location to another Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the machine still running Do not move the machine by pulling on the electrical cable Always use the handgrip Keep a balanced and stable st...

Page 7: ... this unit also loan them these instructions The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property Failure to follow operating instructions and safety precautions in this instruction manual can result in serious injury Read the manual before starting or operating this unit Wear eye protection Wear hearing protection Wear respiratory protection WAR...

Page 8: ...x 2 5 Power cable 6 Motor cable 7 Handle joint x 2 8 Handle twist lock x 2 9 Wing knob x 2 10 Power cable tidy 11 Blade spanner 12 Motor cable saddle clip x 2 13 Hinged cover 14 Cover latch 15 Mower body 16 Height adjustment lever 17 Lower handle 18 Lower handle fixing clip x 2 19 Grass box 20 Wheel x 4 21 Front handle 22 Blade 23 Blade bolt 24 Blade height spacer blue 25 Blade height spacer yello...

Page 9: ...der the blade one coloured blue 24 and one coloured yellow 25 5 The blue spacer can be removed to increase the incremental cutting heights by an extra 6mm at all 5 settings of the height adjustment lever 16 The mower must not be operated without the yellow spacer 25 in position under the blade Instructions on how to remove the blue spacer are given in the section on changing the mower blade CAUTIO...

Page 10: ...nd this can influence other equipment e g dimming lights So for technical reasons we advise if the mains impedance is Zmax 0 444 Ohm these disturbances are not expected If you require further clarification you may contact your local power supply authority 1 Before use check that the mower is in good working order 2 Ensure the power button is in the off position and disconnect the cable plug from t...

Page 11: ...motor EMERGENCY STOP 1 To stop the motor in an emergency simply release the pressure on both motor on off grips 2 Keep your hands on the upper handle in order to control the mower 3 Allow the motor to stop completely before releasing control of the handle MOWING WARNING Only use this mower when a Residual Current Device RCD with a tripping current of not more than 30mA is in the circuit Note Cut g...

Page 12: ... repair centre If there are rounded or broken ends thinned metal or other damage replace the blade 2 With the power button 2 in the off position and the power plug removed from the supply take out the grass box 19 and turn the mower on its side 3 Put on a pair of sturdy gloves to protect your hands Block the rotation of the blade 22 and use the blade spanner 11 to unscrew the blade bolt 23 in an a...

Page 13: ... power point before making any adjustments or maintenance procedures 1 Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight They may vibrate loose over time 2 In order to take up less space when storing the mower loosen both wing knobs 9 and fold the upper handle 1 over the lower handle 17 3 When not in use keep the cord wrapped around the cable tidy 4 Keep the tool s air vents accessible when the...

Page 14: ...caustic agents to clean plastic parts CAUTION Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic parts of the tool A mild detergent on a damp cloth is recommended Water must never come into contact with the tool POWER CORD MAINTENANCE If the supply cord needs replacing the task must be carried out by the manufacturer the manufacturer s agent or an authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety ...

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Page 16: ...ew Zealand 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair or replacement is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt n...

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