Instruction manual

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Line trimmer 0730
INTRODUCTION
• This tool is intended for the cutting of grass and weeds
under bushes as well as on slopes and edges that can
not be reached with a lawn mower
• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as
illustrated in drawing 2
• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your
dealer
• Readthisinstructionmanualcarefullybeforeuse
andsaveitforfuturereference3
• Payspecialattentiontothesafetyinstructionsand
warnings;failuretofollowthesemayresultin
seriousinjury
TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS1
TOOL ELEMENTS 2
A Cutting guard
B Guide handle
C Cord restraint
D Locking sleeve
E Telescopic tube
F Trigger switch
G Cutting blade cover
H Button for line feeding
J Line cutting blade
K Spool cap
L Ventilation slots
M Storage rail (screwsnotsupplied)
N Storage hook
SAFETY
SPECIFICSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSFORLINE
TRIMMERS
GENERAL
• Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tool
• The user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property
• Only use the tool when the ambient temperature is
between 0°C and 40°C
• Never mount metal cutting elements onto this tool
PERSONALSAFETY
• Thistool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
toolbyapersonresponsiblefortheirsafety
• Ensurethatchildrendonotplaywiththetool
• Never allow children or people who are not familiar with
the operating instructions to use the tool
• Keepyourfingersawayfromthelinecuttingblade
integratedinthecuttingguard
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting lines while
trimming, especially when switching on the tool
• Always wear eye protection, long trousers and sturdy
shoes when operating the tool
• Never operate the tool in the direct vicinity of persons;
stop using the tool while persons (especially children) or
pets are nearby
• Never operate the tool when you are tired, sick or under
the inuence of alcohol or other drugs
ELECTRICALSAFETY
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the charger
(chargers with a rating of 230V or 240V can also be
connected to a 220V supply)
• Inspect the cord periodically and have it replaced by a
qualied person, if damaged
• Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if
damaged (inadequateextensioncordscanbe
dangerous)
• Only use an extension cord which is intended for outdoor
use and equipped with a watertight plug and coupling-
socket
• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
• When operating the tool use a residual current device
(RCD) with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum
• Do not run over, crush or pull the (extension) cord
• Protect the (extension) cord from heat, oil and sharp
edges
• Keepthe(extension)cordawayfromtherotating
cuttinglines
• Always switch o tool and disconnect plug from power
source if the power supply cord or the extension cord is
cut, damaged or entangled (donottouchthecord
beforedisconnectingtheplug)
BEFOREUSE
• Only use the tool in daylight or with appropriate articial
lighting
• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and after
any impact; in case of a defect, have it repaired immediately
by a qualied person (never open the tool yourself)
• Before use, thoroughly inspect the cutting area and
remove any object that the tool may sling during cutting
(such as stones, loose pieces of wood, etc.)
DURING USE
• Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it
replaced by a qualied person
• Never operate the tool with a damaged cutting guard or
without the cutting guard mounted
• Thecuttinglinescontinuetorotateforashorttime
afterthetoolisswitchedoff
• Do not cut grass which is not on the ground (e.g. on walls
or rocks)
• Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the tool still
running
• Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what
you are doing
• Always disconnect plug from power source
- whenever leaving the tool unattended
- before clearing jammed material
- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool
- after striking a foreign object