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Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols.  

These represent important information about the  

product or instructions on its use.

 

 Wear hearing protection.  

 

 Wear eye protection.  

 

 Wear breathing protection.

 

 Double insulated for additional protection.

 

 Conforms to relevant standards  

 

 for electromagnetic compatibility.

Keep bystanders  

at a safe distance

 Thrown objects

 Rotating cutting blade

 Direction of edger blade rotation

 

  Warning

 

Read instruction manual

 

Specifications

Voltage:  

230-240V ~ 50Hz

Input power:  

1400 W

No load speed:  

3,600 RPM

Depth of cut: 

15mm, 25mm, 38mm

Size of blade:  

190mm

Bore size: 

18mm

Introduction

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 

special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make 

your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and 

dependability have been given top priority in the 

development of this tool, making it easy to maintain 

and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead 

of disposing of them as waste. All tools, 

hoses and packaging should be sorted, 

taken to the local recycling centre and 

disposed of in an environmentally safe way.

Summary of Contents for EDG3

Page 1: ...1 1400W ELECTRIC LAWN EDGER EDG3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code EDG3 Date 061010 Edition 12 Op PW...

Page 2: ...caused by or resulting from abuse accidents alterations or commercial or business use It also does not cover any bonus items or included accessories Only the powertool is covered under this warranty W...

Page 3: ...ill 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 wi...

Page 4: ...or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of...

Page 5: ...esult in a hazardous situation 5 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 maint...

Page 6: ...r Make sure that other people and pets are at least 5 metres away Always stand to left side of main handle Before landscaping or Trenching check for buried electrical cables To reduce the risk of inju...

Page 7: ...the lawn By raising the edge guide the edger can be used in the garden for such tasks as shaping borders around trees and flowerbeds 1 Handle 2 Power switch 3 Safety levers 4 Upper shaft 5 Shaft lock...

Page 8: ...length is achieved Re tighten the collar Cord routing Always make sure that you route the cord away from the work area to prevent it from coming near the blade of the edger Lay your cable route befor...

Page 9: ...t position to lock the Guide in the down position To set the edge guide in the Up position grasp the Edge Guide Lever and move the knob sideways toward the centre of the edger and then pull upwards to...

Page 10: ...move forward slowly because grass is thickest then Subsequent edging will be completed more rapidly If the tool slows down back it up slightly until the blade returns to normal speed During edging som...

Page 11: ...es not effect the efficiency of the edger and is expected due to the aggressive abrasion of concrete on steel Edger Blades are not a warranty item Edger Blades are available from your local Hardware s...

Page 12: ...New 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 s...

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