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• Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if
damaged (inadequate extension cords can be
dangerous)
• Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it replaced
by a qualified person
• Never operate the tool with a damaged cutting guard or
without the cutting guard mounted
• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and after
any impact; in case of a defect, have it repaired immediately
by a qualified 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
• Avoid using the tool in bad weather conditions, especially
when there is a risk of lightning
• Do not use the tool on wet lawns
• Keep proper balance and footing at all times; do not
overreach
• Keep proper footing on slopes and do not mow extremely
steep slopes
• Operate the tool at a walking pace only (do not run)
• 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 switch off tool, disconnect plug from power source,
and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
- whenever leaving the tool unattended
- before clearing jammed material
- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool
- after striking a foreign object
- whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally
• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of
debris
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL
3 warning! Read the instruction manual
4 Do not expose tool to rain
5 Wear protective glasses and hearing protection
6 Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by flying
debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area)
7 Immediately disconnect the plug if the (extension) cord is
damaged or cut through while working
8 Double insulation (no earth wire required)
9 Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste
material
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
• If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this tool, it
must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire in
the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
USE
• Assembly instructions 0
- the sequence of the numbers appearing in the drawing
corresponds with the sequence of the steps to be
followed for assembling the tool
- guide handle A 2 can be adjusted by loosening/
tightening knob B 2
! never use the tool without cutting guard C 2
! firmly tighten all screws, bolts and nuts
• Cord restraint !
- hook the loop in the extension cord over restraint D as
illustrated
- pull tight to secure the extension cord
• Height adjustment @
For adjusting the tool height so that your front arm is
straight when trimming
- unlock tube E by pushing button F
- extend tube E to the desired height (3 positions)
• On/off #
- switch on tool by pressing trigger switch G
- switch off tool by releasing trigger switch G
! after switching off the tool the cutting lines
continue to rotate for a few seconds
- allow the cutting lines to stop rotating before switching
on again
! do not rapidly switch on and off
• Trimming
! ensure that the cutting area is free of stones,
debris and other foreign objects
! start trimming only when tool runs at full speed
- start trimming near the mains socket and move away
while working
- cut long grass in layers (always start from the top)
- only trim with the tip of the cutting line
- do not cut damp or wet grass
- prevent the cut grass from clogging the spool (do not
make heavy cuts)
- do not overload the tool
- carefully cut around trees and bushes, so that they do
not come into contact with the cutting lines
- use flower guard H $ to protect vulnerable flowers
- keep the tool away from solid objects in order to
protect the cutting lines against excessive wear
- be aware of the kickback forces that occur when solid
objects are touched
• Holding and guiding the tool %
- for cutting long grass slowly swing the tool from right to
left and vice versa
- for cutting shorter grass tilt the tool as illustrated
- for trimming edges turn the cutting head 180° as
illustrated (possible only when lower tube E is
fixed in one of the three height positions)
- hold tool firmly with both hands, so you will have full
control of the tool at all times
- maintain a stable working position
- always hold the tool well away from your body
• Line feeding ^
- two cutting lines will be released and cut off to the
correct length by line cutting blade J each time the tool
is switched on
! take care against injury from line cutting blade J
- after line feeding always return the tool to its normal
operating position before switching on
- feed the lines regularly to maintain full cutting circle
- when the motor runs without load and no grass is cut,
the cutting lines are worn or broken; rewind the spool
or replace the spool system
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