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Operating Instructions
GB-6
WARNING!
Never use the tool unless the guard
is properly fitted
6. Preparing the line trimmer for use
Edging mode
(Fig. 5, 6, 7 and 11)
WARNING!
Before marking this change, make
sure that line trimmer is switched off and un-
plugged.
In order to use the line trimmer as an edger, adjust as
follows:
• Push the shaft forward. Turn the handle to desired
position: adjust to 180 when trimming near edges and
walls (Fig.11).
• Allow the handle will lock in place when it is rotated to
a correct position.
WARNING!
Always ensure the handle is locked in
a secure position. Only adjust to indicated angle!
Never adjust to an intermediate position.
Extension cord retainer
(Fig. 8)
To avoid detaching the extension cord always check
that it is attached to the cord retainer (1) before using
trimmer.
1. Make a loop with the extension cord and push it
though the square hole under the grip of the On/
Off switch (7).
2. Place the end of the loop round cord retainer (1) and
ensure it is pulled firmly enough to prevent it from
coming loose whilst operating the trimmer.
3. Connect the extension cord socket to the line trim-
mer cord plug
7. Starting the line trimmer
(Fig. 9)
• Connect the extension cord to a power supply.
• Adopt a safe stance. Hold the strimmer in both hands.
Do not set the cutting device down on the ground.
• Press the switch-on inhibit (10) to the left or right and
actuate the switch (7). After switching on, the switch-
on inhibit (10) must no longer be held.
• To switch OFF simply release the On/Off switch (7).
WARNING!
The line trimmer runs for a few sec-
onds after it has been switched off. Let the motor
come to a complete standstill before setting
the tool down.
8. Trimming grass and weeds
(Fig. 10)
WARNING!
Make sure that the work atrea is free
of rocks, debris,lines and other foreign objects.
Your line trimmer will work at its best if you observe the
following instructions:
• Never use the line trimmer without its safety devices.
• Do not cut grass when it is wet. The best results are
achieved on dry grass.
• Press the switch-on inhibit (10) to the left or right and
actuate the switch (7).
• Do not move the line trimmer against the grass until
the switch is pressed, i.e. wait until the line trimmer is
running before placing in grass.
• For the correct cutting action, swing the line trimmer
from side to side as you walk forward, holding it at an
angle of approx.30°as you do so.
• Make several passes to cut long grass shorter step by
step from the top.
• Keep the line trimmer away from hard objects in order
to avoid unnecessary line wear
Note:
Periodically clean out the grass between the spool
and the guard to prevent the tool form vibrating, ensure
the line trimmer is switched off and unplugged.
9. Adjusting nylon line
(Fig. 12 and 13)
Check the nylon line regularly if it is damaged or if it still
has the correct length.
When cutting performance deteriorates: Hold the run-
ning trimmer above a patch of grass. Tap the cutting
head on the ground. Note the fresh line will be advanced
only if lines are still at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) long. If the
lines are shorter: Switch off the trimmer, disconnect plug
from power supply. Press in the spool (14) and pull end
of lines (11) firmly outwards). If end of lines are not vis
-
ible - see (replacement of spool).
Your trimmer has a thread cutting blade that continu-
ously cuts the thread down to the appropriate length.
Note:
Clean the thread cutting blade from grass re-
mainders in order to guarantee an unaffected cutting
performance.
Attention:
Danger of injury through the cutting blade!
10. Replacement of spool
(Fig. 14 and 15)
WARNING!
Before making this change, make
sure that line trimmer is switched OFF and un-
plugged.
First, switch off and unplug the device. Wait until the
nylon thread has come to a halt. T hen push the two
locking devices (13) at the sides of the cutting head, and
remove the cutting head cover (12)
(fig. 14). Remove the
used thread coil and put in the new coil (14) such, that
one end of the thread comes out of each outlet (15) at
the sides of the cutting head (fig. 15). Please take care
that the spring (17) is properly seated under the thread
coil. Finally, close the cover by pushing it in its seat. Both
locks must properly engage.
11. Trouble shooting
•
Trimmer does not work:
Check power supply (e.g.
by testing on another socket or by means of a voltage
tester). Should it still not work, although the socket is
o.k., send it undismantled to an authorised service sta-
tion for repair.
•
Cutting line disappears into spool:
Remove spool,
pull end of line through the metal outlet and reinsert
spool. In case nylon line is used up insert a new spool
with line.
Do not make any other repairs on your own; have your
trimmer checked and repaired by an authorised dealer.
Note:
The manufacturer will not be reponsible for any
damage or injuries caused by the repair of the tool by an
unauthorised person or by mishanding of the tool.
