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General| Power Source | Electric |
|---|---|
| Cutting Width | 25 cm |
| Line Diameter | 1.5 mm |
| Power | 550 W |
| Voltage | 230 V |
Following is a list of the parts that will be mentioned in this instruction leaflet and are shown in the appropriate diagrams.
Your machine is designed for use on AC (mains) electrical supplies only. Do not attempt to use on any other supply.
The power supply cord should be regularly inspected for signs of damage or ageing and only used if in good condition.
Take care against injury from line trimming blade (7) during unpacking and assembly and any excess line which may be cut off.
Always wear safety glasses when using your machine. To protect your feet, always wear stout shoes or boots.
Always use your machine in the manner outlined in this manual. Your machine is designed to be used in an upright position.
Never allow children or persons who are unfamiliar with this type of machine to use it, nor anyone who has not read this leaflet.
Store your machine in a dry place when not in use, out of the reach of children. Do not use solvents or cleaning fluids.
Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competant to do this, proceed as instructed below. If you are in doubt, contact a service centre.
Warning! Never connect Live or Neutral wires to Earth pin marked 'E' or . Your machine is supplied with cable fitted with a non-wireable plug.
You can use up to 100 feet (30 metres) extension cord without undue loss of power. Extension cables and cordsets should comply with national regulations.
Take the trimmer and the guard (6) out of the box. Remove the guard screw (22) which is located on the base of the trimmer body (1).
With the skid (25) on the grass edge and the edge guide (9) hooked over the edge, pull the unit along.
With the trimmer switched off and the edge guide (9) resting on the ground, turn the locking ring (4) anti-clockwise.
While keeping hold of the switch handle, grasp the trimmer body (1) and rotate half a turn in the direction of the arrow (24).
While still holding the switch handle, tighten the locking ring clockwise, using the other hand.
How to fit a new spool of cutting line (Fig. 4 & 5). Disconnect your trimmer from the power supply.
How to wind new line onto an empty spool (Fig. 6 & 7). Remove any remnant of old cutting line from the spool (17).
Line still jammed on spool. Disconnect the power supply and remove the cover, as previously described.
If the trimmer will not start, check that all power cords are properly connected. If this does not work, check your power point.
If the automatic line feed fails to operate, it could be for one of the following reasons: Line too short or line jammed on spool.
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