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IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

 

WARNING 

Read this instruction manual carefully before operating this machine. Make sure that you are 

familiar with the controls and properly operate the machine. Following these instructions can 

reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. 

 
IF NOT USED PROPERLY THIS MACHINE CAN BE DANGEROUS!

 

This machine can cause serious injury to the operator and others, the warning and safety 
instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this product. 
The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual 
and on the machine. Never use the product unless the grass box or guards are correctly 
positioned. 

 
DESIGNED FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY. 

This machine is to be used exclusively for trimming light foiliage from bushes and hedges of  
domestic gardens. Never use the line trimmer for other purposes. Any other use can 
endanger your safety and can involve damage to the line trimmer. Persons under 16 years of 
age and persons who are not familiar with the user instructions must not use the machine. 
The user is responsible for the safety of other people in the working area. Keep children and 
domestic animals at a safe distance while the line trimmer is in use. 
Before using, remove all foreign objects from the lawn edges which may be thrown by the 
machine, stay alert for any foreign objects which may have been missed. 
These operating instructions must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the 
equipment is properly used and maintained. The instructions contain valuable information on 
operating, maintenance and servicing conditions. 

 
TRAINING 

Read the instructions carefully: Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the 
equipment. 
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local 
regulations can restrict the age of the operator. 
Never operate while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. 
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards involving the 
machine that occur to other people or their property. 

 

 

WARNING 

The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a 

case of misuse.  

The user/operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any 

kind caused as a result of this. 

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or 

industrial applications.  

Our warranty will be 90 days from the original date of sale for commercial, trade or industrial 

businesses or for equivalent purposes

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Summary of Contents for QG500ERLT

Page 1: ...e safety instructions before use Incorrect use of the product could put the operator or machine in danger Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this manual our policy of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning Images used are for illustration purposes only INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ersonal educational use only Commercial copying redistribution hiring or lending is prohibited No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without written permission from Handy Distribution In all cases this copyright notice must remain intact ...

Page 3: ...age 220 240V 50Hz Power 500W No Load Speed 3300 rpm Cutting Length 560 mm Cutting Diameter 16 mm Guaranteed Noise Power Level LWA 103 dB A Vibration ahv 2 61 m s2 uncertainty K 1 5 m s2 Net Weight 3 7 kg Consistent with our policy of continuous improvement QGARDEN reserves the right to change the design and configuration of any of its products without notice or obligation Therefore please treat th...

Page 4: ...ic animals at a safe distance while the line trimmer is in use Before using remove all foreign objects from the lawn edges which may be thrown by the machine stay alert for any foreign objects which may have been missed These operating instructions must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the equipment is properly used and maintained The instructions contain valuable information on ope...

Page 5: ...mp conditions Keep guards in place and in working order Replace damaged missing or failed parts before using it Moving parts can contact or entangle hands feet hair clothing or accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result Class II Protection Safety alert symbol Used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possi...

Page 6: ...structions to use the machine Local regulations can restrict the operator age 3 This machine is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for their safety 4 Never work while people especially c...

Page 7: ...p children bystanders away while operating the machine Distractions can cause you to lose control PERSONAL SAFETY 1 This machine is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for their safety 2 ...

Page 8: ...aused by poorly maintained machines 4 Use the machine accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of electric machine taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the machine for operations different from intended could result in a hazardous situation PERSON PROTECTION 1 In case of any inju...

Page 9: ...KNOW YOUR MACHINE 1 On Off Trigger 2 Front Handle Safety Trigger 3 Hand Guard 4 Cutting Blade 5 Blade Guard 1 2 3 4 6 5 ...

Page 10: ...llow the below steps to complete assembly FRONT HANDLE 1 Put the hedge trimmer on the level surface Grip the front handle 2 and slide it into the slot on both sides of the trimmer See Fig 1 2 Fix the Front Handle 2 tightly with the two screws supplied See Fig 2 FIG 1 FIG 2 PROTECTIVE GUARD 1 Slide the hand guard 3 into the slots at the end of the housing See Fig 3 2 Fix the hand guard 3 with the s...

Page 11: ...FF To prevent the tool accidental starting this hedge trimmer is designed with a two hand safety switch To turn the hedge trimmer on both the rear handle on off trigger 1 and front handle safety switch 2 are required to be activated to start the hedge trimmer To turn the hedge trimmer off release either the rear handle on off trigger 1 or front handle safety switch 2 CORRECT OPERATING POSITION Hol...

Page 12: ...uses and buildings LEVELING HEDGES Stretch a piece of string along the length of the hedge as a guide when leveling hedges SIDE TRIMMING HEDGES Begin at the bottom and cut in an upward sweeping action so that the debris falls away from the trimmer and does not build up around the dual action cutting blades 4 SHAPING A hedge should be trimmed to a trapezoidal form that is it should widen toward the...

Page 13: ...nder the guard Before any maintenance repairing or checking operations Before carrying lifting or removing the line trimmer If you leave the line trimmer unattended or changing the cutting height After hitting a foreign object stop the hedge trimmer and check thoroughly the machine in order to see if it is damaged Take the machine to a local Approved Service Dealer for inspection if necessary Repa...

Page 14: ...hine at the end of each use Clean the motor air vents with a cloth or brush Motor air vents should be free from debris to allow air circulation around the motor during use Clean the blade rail STORING THE LINE TRIMMER Always unplug the machine from the mains for storage For trouble free service make sure the machine is clean and dry before storing Please ensure the machine is stored away from dire...

Page 15: ...product does not perform properly makes unusual sounds the motor does not start or stop as described the cutting device does not work properly or any other irregularity or malfunction occurs do not attempt to repair the product by yourself PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION Motor does not start No power supply Check fuse extension lead Machine cable defective Contact Approved Service Dealer C...

Page 16: ...QG129 131 ABCD30 0802 Screw ST3x8 1 7 QG129 147 7A60101 LED Light 1 8 QG129 314 7A60101 LED Cover 1 9 QG129 139 7A60101 Switch 1 10 QG129 344 7A60101 Spring 1 11 QG129 293 7A60101 Button 1 12 QG129 313 7A60201 Left Motor Cover 1 13 QG129 131 NBCD30 0801 Screw ST3x8 5 14 QG129 141 7J10301 Capacitor 1 15 QG129 303 7A60101 Left Front Casing 1 QG129 132 8A60101 Screw M6x8 1 16 QG129 324 8A60102 Nut M5...

Page 17: ...rge Gear 1 42 QG129 224 7A60101 Subplate 1 1 43 QG129 324 7A60201 Blade 1 44 QG129 44 Bolt M5 2 45 QG129 361 7A60101 Reciprocator 1 46 QG129 224 7A60102 Subplate 2 1 47 QG129 232 7A60101 Pin 2 48 QG129 130 G0801 Shaft Ring 1 49 QG129 369 A00060603 Bearing 606 1 50 QG129 209 7A60202 Gear Case Bottom Cover 1 51 QG129 131 ABED04 1801 Screw M4x18 4 52 QG129 297 7A60102 Right Rear Casing 1 53 QG129 303...

Page 18: ...ure followed was in accordance with EN 60745 2 15 2009 A1 10 EN 60745 1 2009 A11 10 EN55014 1 2006 A1 2009 A2 2011 EN55014 2 1997 A1 2001 A2 2008 EN61000 3 2 2006 A2 2009 A2 2009 EN61000 3 3 2013 Guaranteed Sound Power Level LWA 103 dB A Emission Sound Pressure Level LPA 91 dB A uncertainty K 3 dB A Vibration Measurement according to EN50636 Annex BB 2 61 m s2 uncertainty K 1 5 m s2 Notified Bodie...

Page 19: ...cement Spare Parts unless normal wear tear component which are covered for 30 days g All machines must be serviced within the first 12 months from the original date of purchase to comply with the warranty if applicable failure to do so will invalidate the 2nd year of the warranty Webb Dynamic Heritage Legacy Handy All non Petrol Electric Mowerland Q Garden a 1 year from the original date of sale t...

Page 20: ...GJ Handy Co Ltd will never warranty in terms of the merchantability or the fitness for a particular purpose b No person is authorised to make any warranties representations or promises expressed or implied on behalf of GJ Handy Co Ltd or to modify the terms conditions or limitation of this warranty policy in any way c Neither GJ Handy Co Ltd nor any company affiliated with GJ Handy Co Ltd shall be...

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Page 24: ...hine please contact us Tel 01793 333212 Email customerservice handydistribution co uk Opening hours weekdays February to October 8 30am 5 30pm November to January 8 30am 5 00pm Closed Bank Holidays Distributed by Handy Distribution Murdock Road Dorcan Swindon Wiltshire SN3 5HY UK ...

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