Safety Precautions
If not used properly this trimmer can be dangerous! This trimmer can cause serious injury to the operator and others, the warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this trimmer. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the trimmer.
Explanation of Symbols on the Power Trim/ET500/ET700
| Warning | |
| Read the user instructions carefully to | |
| make sure you understand all the | |
| controls and what they do. | |
10m | Keep others, including children, pets | |
and bystanders outside the 10 metre | ||
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| hazard zone. Stop the trimmer | |
| immediately if you are approached. | |
| The use of eye protection is | |
| recommended to protect against | |
| objects thrown by the cutting line. | |
| To avoid the possibility of electric | |
| shock, do not use in damp or wet | |
| conditions. | |
| Switch off! Remove plug from mains | |
| before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is | |
| entangled or damaged. |
Warning: The cutting line continues to rotate after the machine has been switched off.
General
1.Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the trimmer. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2.Only use the trimmer in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions.
3.Never operate the trimmer when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
4.The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Electrical
1.The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA is recommended. Even with a R.C.D. installed 100% safety cannot be guaranteed and safe working practice must be followed at all times. Check your R.C.D. every time you use it.
2.Before use, examine cable for damage. If there are signs of damage or ageing, it must be replaced by the manufacturers service agent or a similar qualified person to avoid hazard.
3.Do not use the trimmer if the electric cables are damaged or worn.
4.Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged. Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or damaged cable. Replace it with a new one.
5.Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your trimmer.
6.Keep the cable clear of the cutting area and obstacles at all times.
7.Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
8.Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
9.Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
10.Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine electric supply cable for damage or ageing before winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable, replace it with a new one. Use only Electrolux Outdoor Products replacement cable.
11.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
12.Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label.
13.Electrolux Outdoor Products trimmers are double insulated to EN60335. Under no circumstance should
an earth be connected to any part of the trimmer.
Cables
Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length maximum.
Maximum rating:
1.00mm2 size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC
1.Mains cables and extensions are available from your local Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre.
2.Only use extension cables specifically designed for
outdoor use.
Preparation
1.While using your product always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
2.Before using the machine and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
3.Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, wire, string etc, which can be thrown or become entangled in the trimmer head.
4.Check that the cutting head is fitted correctly.
Use
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. REMOVE PLUG FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM THE SWITCH LEVER WHEN:- CLEANING AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE SAFETY GUARD, REMOVING OR REFITTING SPOOL CAP, MANUALLY FEEDING OR REPLACING NYLON LINE.
1.Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
2.Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where feasible.
3.Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4.On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
5.Do not walk backwards when trimming, you could trip. Walk never run.
6.Keep cutting head below waist level.
7.Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces other than grass.
8.Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or without guards in place.
9.Never fit metal cutting elements.
10.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on the motor.
11.Never pick up or carry a trimmer by the cable.
12.Do not lean over the trimmer guard - objects may be thrown by the cutting line.
