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Original instructiOns

18 Volt 

cordless grass trimmer

HElPlinE nO 0844 8010979

gEnEral POwEr tOOl 

safEty warnings

WARNING! Read all safety warnings 

and all instructions.

 Failure to follow 

the warnings and instructions may result in 
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAve All WARNINGS ANd INStRuctIoNS foR 

futuRe RefeReNce.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers 
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool 
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1) WoRk AReA SAfety

a) keep work area clean and well lit.

 

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

b) do not operate power tools in explosive 

atmospheres, such as in the presence of 

flammable liquids, gases or dust.

 Power 

tools create sparks which may ignite the 
dust or fumes.

c)  keep children and bystanders away while 

operating a power tool.

 Distractions can 

cause you to lose control.

2) electRIcAl SAfety

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. 

Never modify the plug in any way. do 

not use any adapter plugs with earthed 

(grounded) power tools.

 Unmodified plugs 

and matching outlets will reduce risk of 
electric shock.

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or 

grounded surfaces, such as pipes, 

radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

 There 

is an increased risk of electric shock if your 
body is earthed or grounded.

c)  do not expose power tools to rain or wet 

conditions.

 Water entering a power tool 

will increase the risk of electric shock.

d) do not abuse the cord. Never use the 

cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging 

the power tool. keep cord away from 

heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.

 

Damaged or entangled cords increase 
the risk of electric shock.

e)  When operating a power tool outdoors, 

use an extension cord suitable for outdoor 

use.

 Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use 

reduces the risk of electric shock. 

f)  If operating a power tool in a damp 

location is unavoidable, use a residual 

current device (Rcd) protected supply. 

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric 
shock.

Note: 

The term “residual current device 

(RCD)” may be replaced by the term 
“ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)” or 
“earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”. 

3) PeRSoNAl SAfety

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and 

use common sense when operating a 

power tool. do not use a power tool while 

you are tired or under the influence of 

drugs, alcohol or medication.

 A moment 

of inattention while operating power tools 
may result in serious personal injury. 

b) Use personal protective equipment. 

Always wear eye protection.

 Protective 

equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing 
protection used for appropriate conditions 
will reduce personal injuries. 

c)  Prevent unintentional starting. ensure 

the switch is in the off-position before 

connecting to power source and/or 

battery pack, picking up or carrying the 

tool.

 Carrying power tools with your finger 

on the switch or energising power tools 
that have the switch on invites accidents. 

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench 

before turning the power tool on.

 A 

wrench or a key left attached to a 
rotating part of the power tool may result 
in personal injury. 

e)  do not overreach. keep proper footing 

and balance at all times.

 This enables 

better control of the power tool in 
unexpected situations. 

f)  dress properly. do not wear loose clothing 

or jewellery. keep your hair, clothing and 

gloves away from moving parts.

 Loose 

clothes, jewellery or long hair can be 
caught in moving parts.

g) If devices are provided for the connection 

of dust extraction and collection facilities, 

ensure these are connected and properly 

used.

 Use of dust collection can reduce 

Summary of Contents for cgt183a

Page 1: ...OPErating instructiOns cgt183a 18 Volt cordless grass trimmer HElPlinE nO 0844 8010979 ...

Page 2: ...able for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock NOTE The term residual current device RCD may be replaced by the term ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI or earth leakage circuit breaker EL...

Page 3: ...are a Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack b Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire c When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like pape...

Page 4: ...provided or recommended by the manufacturer k Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of debris l Under abusive conditions liquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact accidentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns MAINTENANCE a When not in use store the mach...

Page 5: ...cking mechanism 6 height adjustment locking mechanism 7 Flattening head adjustment button 8 Safety Guard 9 Cutting head assembly 10 Edge guide 11 Motor housing 12 Auxiliary handle 13 Cutting head cover See Fig S 14 Cutting head cover release latch See Fig S 15 Spool See Fig S 16 Eyelet See Fig S 17 Cutting head See Fig S 18 Line feed button See Fig Q 1 11 12 10 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 4 ...

Page 6: ... the safety guard onto the trimmer head with the screw provided assembled on the guard B WARNING Take great care when doing this as the guard has a very sharp cutting edge See Fig C c a WARNING Never operate the tool without the guard properly in place Use of the unit without having installed the guard will cause the motor to overheat and void the warranty 3 FITTING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE See Fig D1...

Page 7: ...AD ROTATION See Fig F G Pull Handle rotation locking collar and turn the top of the shaft 1800 counter clockwise The head will only move in one direction Release the locking collar to lock shaft in place f G OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK WARNING The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together so do not attempt to use any other devices Never insert or a...

Page 8: ... cool first to ambient temperature and then recharging can be started If you charge a second battery pack immediately after the first one then the charger adapter can be overheated Always allow at least 15 minutes rest between battery pack charging H 4 TO REMOVE OR INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Fig I Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress both sides to release battery pack from your grass t...

Page 9: ...before contacting material to be cut Warning Make sure that line is fed out before operation Make sure motor is up to full speed before trimming 1 Let the trimmer run for a few seconds without touching the working area and allow the trimmer to cut the line 2 Use the trimmer at an angle of approximately 20 degree to the working area See K 20o k 3 Swing the trimmer from side to side See L l 4 If the...

Page 10: ...wing the motor to reach full speed Repeat above until you hear the lines hitting against the line cutter Do not repeat this procedure more than 6 times TO MANUALLY FEED THE LINE See Fig Q If required line can be fed out manually To operate press and release manual line feed button 18 while gently pulling out the lines until the lines reach the line cutter When the required amount of line is fed ou...

Page 11: ...complete MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Important note Always remove battery before cleaning repair and storage 1 Always remove the battery pack whenever you carrying out any cleaning or repair 2 Your tool requires no additional lubrication or maintenance There are no user serviceable parts in your tool 3 Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your power tool Wipe clean with a dry cloth 4 Always c...

Page 12: ...r drilled The tool being in good condition and well maintained The use of the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good condition The tightness of the grip on the handles and any anti vibration accessories are used And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions This tool may cause hand arm vibration syndrome if its use is not adequately manage...

Page 13: ...umber of days ACCESSORIES Auxiliary handle 1 Charger 1 Safety guard 1 Battery pack 1 We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that sold you the tool Use good quality accessories marked with a well known brand name Choose the type according to the work you intend to undertake Refer to the accessory packaging for further details Store personnel can assist you and offer adv...

Page 14: ... Grass Trimmer HELPLINE NO 0844 8010979 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice ...

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