Flymo Sabre Trim Original Instructions Manual

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IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT:- Husqvarna UK Ltd. Customer Service Department direct Telephone : 0844 844 4558 UK 1800 882 350 ROI Fax : 01325 302530 Safety WARNING. When using the product the safety rules must be followed. For your own safety and that of by- standers please read these instructions before operating the product. Please keep the instructions safe for later use. Explanation of Symbols on your product Warning Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls and what they do. Keep others, including children, pets and bystanders outside the 10 metre hazard zone. Stop the trimmer immediately if you are approached. The use of eye protection is recommended to protect against objects thrown by the nylon line. To avoid the possibility of electric shock, do not use in damp or wet conditions. Switch off! Remove plug from battery pack before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is damaged. Warning The cutting line continues to rotate after the machine has been switched off. 360º 10m steady handle guard instruction manual wheel trimmer head Trimmer Head storage holder screws x 4 steady handle storage holder screws x 2 General 1. This product is not intended for use by persons (in- cluding children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowl- edge, unless they have been given supervision or in- struction concerning the use of the product by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. 2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the in- structions to use the machine. 3. Stop using the machine while people, especially chil- dren, or pets are nearby. 4. Only use the product in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions. 5. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine. 6. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. 7. Keep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst people, especially children or pets are in the area. Battery Cordless Battery Powered Products require special care. 1. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING - KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THE SWITCH LEVER WHILE CARRYING THE PRODUCT. 2. Do not attempt to repair the unit including the battery. Nylon line replacement and cleaning the unit are the only items suitable for user maintenance. 3. Do not insert any object into the motor area. Keep free of debris to avoid overheating. 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. Before use, inspect the area for wildlife, especially hedgehogs. 5. Check that the cutting head, spool and cap are fit-

2. Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where feasi- ble. 3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing. 4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear non-slip footwear. 5. Do not walk backwards when trimming, you could trip. Walk, never run. 6. Switch off before pushing the trimmer over sur- faces other than grass. 7. Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or without guards in place. 8. Never fit metal cutting elements. 9. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on the motor. 10.Keep cutting head below waist level. 11.Do not lean over the trimmer guard whilst trimming or edging - objects may be thrown by the cutting line. 12.Beware of cut-off pieces of nylon line ejected dur- ing use. 13.If you hit an object, do not use your trimmer until you are sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe operating condition. 14.If the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally, check im- mediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury. Maintenance and storage 1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the trimmer is in safe working condition. 2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. 3. Only use the replacement cutting line specified for this product. 4. Only use replacement parts and accessories recom- mended by Husqvarna UK Ltd.. 5. To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and hands clear of the line cutter on the leading edge of the guard. 6. Clean unit with a dry cloth. Never use metal ob- jects to clean the unit. 7. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Any repairs must be carried out by an authorised repairer. 8. Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of chil- dren. Do not store outdoors. 9. Allow the product to cool for atleast 30 minutes before storing. Assembly Instructions Safety Guard Assembly (A) & (B) 1. Locate the safety guard (B1) over the cutting head (A2). Ensure the nylon line is fed through the hole in the safety guard as illustrated in fig A. 2. Push into location and turn safety guard in the direc- tion illustrated in Fig B, until a click is heard and the safety guard is securely locked in position. • ENSURE THE SAFETY GUARD IS SECURELY IN PLACE BY ATTEMPTING TO TWIST GUARD. Wheel Assembly (C) & (D) 1. Fix the 2 halves of the wheel together as illustrated in fig C. 2. Attach the wheel to the trimmer making sure that it is lo- cated into the groove on the trimmer head (D1). 3. Clip the wheel together on the other side, making sure it is secure. 4. The wheel should turn freely. B A C D 1 2 1 Attatching the Trimmer Head to the Sabre Handle 1. Push the Trimmer Head onto the Sabre Handle until you hear a click. (E1) 2. Push the Trimmer Head further onto the Sabre Handle until it reaches the mark shown in Fig E2. 3. Turn the Trimmer Head collar until it is secure. (E3) E2 E1 E3

Auto Line Feed System To adjust the Sabre handle length 1. Loosen the Sabre Handle collar. (G1) 2. Adjust length of the handle to the most comfort- able operating position (G2). 3. Re-tighten the Sabre Handle collar. G2 G1 Sabre Handle Length Adjustment H line cutter How the automatic line feed works (H) 1. When initially switching on the trimmer, a small length of line is fed out. 2. A ‘clattering’ noise will be heard when the nylon line hits the line cutter. DO NOT BE ALARMED this is quite normal. After approximately 5 seconds the line will be cut to the correct length and the noise will reduce as the motor reaches full speed. • Make sure the motor is up to full speed before trim- ming or edging. 3. If the noise of the nylon line being cut cannot be heard, more line will need to be fed out. 4. To feed more line, it is first necessary to to allow the motor to stop completely, then re-start, allowing the motor to reach full speed. 5. Repeat step 4. until you hear the line hitting against the cutter. (Do not repeat this procedure more than 6 times) 6. If problems are experienced with the automatic line feed refer to Fault Finding Chart. F1 F2 F3 Fitting the Steady Handle 1. Squeeze the lever on the steady handle (F1) 2. Attach the steady handle to product by releasing the lever and letting the handle latches fix into the slots on the Sabre Handle.(F2) 3. Removal is the reverse procedure. Adjusting the Steady Handle 1. Adjust the steady handle to a comfortable operating position by squeezing the lever and moving the handle up and down the Sabre Handle (F3)

• WARNING • The use of eye protection is recommended. Do not lean over the trimmer whilst trimming or edging, objects may be thrown by the cutting line. Do not allow cutting head to rest on the ground. Do not overload your trimmer. Overloading can be avoided by making sure the motor speed does not drop unduly. • BEFORE USE Make sure that the cutting line is fed out. • Make sure motor is up to full speed before trimming or edging. To start your Product 1. Attach your product to the fully charged Power Pack.(J) • The assembled product is provided with a lock-off but- ton (K1) to prevent accidental starting. 2. To start, press lock-off button (J1), squeeze the switch lever (K2), release lock-off button. How to trim 1. Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip. (L). 2. Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area taking small cuts (M) 3. Line is fed out automatically every time the trimmer head stops rotating and returns to operating speed. • Extra line can be fed out manually as described in Manual line feed 4. To stop your trimmer release the switch lever. How to edge 1. To convert to edging mode, press button (N1) and twist head (N2). An audible "click" will confirm that the head is locked. 2. To start, press lock-off button (K1), squeeze the switch lever (K2), release lock-off button. 3. Rest product on wheel for extra stability and line up the edge of the lawn with the two indicators on the guard (P1). Edge in direction indicated in Fig P. 4. To stop your product release the switch lever. 5. To return to trimming mode, press button and twist head back the opposite way. An audible "click" will confirm that the head is locked. How to use your product under shrubs & bushes 1. To enable your product to be used under shrubs and bushes, press the lever at the back of the trimmer head (Q) 2. Tilt the trimmer head to one of two positions (R) 3. To return to trimming mode, press the lever at the back of the trimmer head (Q). L N M 1 2 1 P K 1 2 Q R J

S manual line feed button To manually feed the nylon line (S) 1. If required line can be fed out manually. 2. To operate, press and release manual line feed button, whilst gently pulling on the line until it reaches the line cutter. 3. If the line extends past the line cutter, too much line has been fed out. 4. If too much line is fed out, remove the spool cap and click spool anti-clockwise until the line is at the desired length. Cutting Head To remove spool cap 1. Press and hold in the two cap release latches. (T). 2. Pull cap away from the spoolholder. (T). When refitting the spool cap 1. Keep all areas of the cap and spoolholder clean. Failure to do so may prevent the cap being securely located in the spoolholder. 2. Replace the cap, pressing firmly DOWN towards the spoolholder to ensure cap is fully located. 3. Check that the cap is correctly fitted by trying to re- move it without depressing the two latches. To replace nylon line. For your convenience it is recommended you buy spool and line complete. Nylon line only is also available. Both are available from Husqvarna UK Ltd. stockists. To fit spool and line complete: 1. Remove old spool. 2. Place new spool into spoolholder with cut out area of the spool in line with eyelet as shown in figure V. 3. Release line from cleat and feed line through eyelet (V). • Ensure spool is fully located by gently rotating it during fitment, whilst keeping the spoolholder steady. 4. Refit the cap. To fit nylon line only: • Remember! Your product is designed to use only nylon line with a maximum diameter of 1.5mm. Use only genuine Flymo nylon line. 1. Take approximately 10 metres of line. Insert 15mm of line into the hole in the spool (W) and wind line in the di- rection of the arrows on the top of the spool. Leave ap- proximately 100mm of line unwound and place into cleat as illustrated in figure W1. 2. Care should be taken to ensure that the line is neatly coiled on the spool. Failure to do so will impair the efficiency of the automatic line feed. 3. Then fit spool as described in ‘To fit spool and line complete’, section above. Always return the product to its normal operating po- sition before switching on. Cap Cap release latch Spool Spoolholder Eyelet T V W Cleat Cut out area of spool Eyelet W1

has been switched off. Keep fingers and hands clear of the line cutter on leading edge of guard. Caring for your product After you have finished using your product follow the procedure below: 1. Never clean your trimmer with water, cleaning flu- ids, or solvents, just remove debris with a suitable tool, a soft brush or dry cloth. 2. Using a soft brush, clean around the inside of the safety guard, the cutting head (X1) and the motor housing air vents. (X2) 3. Remove the wheel by pressing one of the buttons. Clean the wheel and groove on trimmer head with a soft brush (X3 & X4). 4. Attach wheel as described in Wheel Assembly. 5. Inspect the product carefully, especially the parts of the cutting head. 6. If your product is damaged in any way contact your local Husqvarna UK Ltd. approved service centre. • Never use a damaged product. Storing your product 1. Attach the Steady Handle Storage Holder to the wall with the two screws provided (Y1) 2. Store the Steady Handle in the holder as illustrated in Fig Y2 3. Attach the Trimmer Head Storage Holder to the wall with the two screws provided (Z1) 4. Store the Trimmer Head in the holder as illustrated in Fig Z2 • Store in a cool, dry place and out of reach of chil- dren. Do not store outdoors. X4 X3 Y1 Z1 Y2 Z2

FAULT CHECK ACTION Is the automatic line feed work- ing? Manually feed out line. SEE “MANUAL LINE FEED” Is the line fed out and visible? Has line been removed from cleat? Remove cap and spool, free line and re-fit spool and cap. SEE “CUT- TING HEAD” The line may be jammed on the spool. Rewind line to remove crossed loops. Check that line is in correct section of spool. Is the manual line feed working? Has too much line been fed out? SEE “MANUAL LINE FEED” Contact your local approved Service Centre or Husqvarna UK Ltd. Customer Service. Is the line cutter missing from the safety guard? Contact Husqvarna UK Ltd. Customer Service Telephone : 0844 844 4558 UK 1800 882 350 ROI No No No Yes Yes LINE NOT FEEDING OR LINE TOO SHORT OR TRIMMER VIBRATES CONTINUOUS CLATTER- ING NOISE LINE SNAPS CONTINU- OUSLY IF NONE OF THE ABOVE OR IF FAULT PERSISTS Has the motor reached full speed before use? No Allow the motor to reach full speed before use. Are you using the trimmer cor- rectly? ? Only use tip of nylon line to trim. SEE “How to trim and edge” Is the line jamming on the spool? Yes Rewind the line on the spool, if symptoms still persist, change spool and line. Clean wheel and groove on trimmer head. SEE “MAINTENANCE” WHEEL STOPS TURNING Environmental Information 1. We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at least every twelve months, more often in a professional application. 2. Always use genuine Flymo Spare Parts. 3. Prepacked spares are available from most Husq- varna UK Ltd. stockists. 4. Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black product rating label. 5. If you have a problem with your machine contact your local Approved Service Centre ensuring you have full details of your product as described on the product rat- ing label. 6. Should it be necessary for work to be carried out by your Service Centre, it is important to take your complete ma- chine including cable and any extension cables used. A network of specialist dealers can be found in your local Yellow Pages. To obtain service on your Flymo product sim- ply telephone or visit your local Service Centre. Should you require service under the terms of our guarantee the Serv- ice Centre will require proof of purchase. All of the centres listed stock genuine Flymo Spare Parts. NOTE: Our Service Repairers act on their own behalf and are not empowered to commit or legally bind Husqvarna UK Ltd. in any manner whatsoever. Service Recommendations • Awareness of the environment must be considered when disposing of ‘end-of-life’ product. • If necessary, contact your local authority for disposal in- formation. The symbol on the product or on its packaging in- dicates that this product may not be treated as house- hold waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential neg- ative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropri- ate waste handling of this product. For more detailed in- formation about recycling of this product, please contact your local council office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Replacement Parts Single spool and line Reference no. FLY047 Part no. 510747890

the guarantee period, Husqvarna UK Ltd., through its Authorised Service Repairers will effect the repair or replacement to the cus- tomer free of charge providing: (a) The fault is reported directly to the Authorised Repairer. (b) Proof of purchase is provided. (c) The fault is not caused by misuse, neglect or faulty adjust- ment by the user. (d) The failure has not occurred through fair wear and tear. (e) The machine has not been serviced or repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by Husqvarna UK Ltd.. (f) The machine has not been used for hire. (g) The machine is owned by the original purchaser. (h) The machine has not been used outside of the country for which it was specified. (i) The machine has not been used commercially. * This guarantee is additional to, and in no way diminishes the customers statutory rights. Failures due to the following are not covered, therefore it is important that you read the instructions contained in this Operator's Manual and under- stand how to operate and maintain your machine: Failures not covered by guarantee * Replacing Nylon Line. * Failures as a result of not reporting an initial fault. * Failures as a result of sudden impact. * Failures as a result of not using the product in accordance with the instructions and recommendations contained in this Opera- tor's Manual. * Machines used for hire are not covered by this guarantee. * The following items listed are considered as wearing parts and their life is dependent on regular maintenance and are, therefore not normally subject to a valid warranty claim: Nylon Line., Spool & Line * Caution! Husqvarna UK Ltd. does not accept liability under the warranty for defects caused in whole or part, directly or indirectly by the fitting of replacement parts or additional parts that are not either manufac- tured or approved by Husqvarna UK Ltd., or by the machine having been modified in any way. Guarantee & Guarantee Policy EC Declaration of Conformity Husqvarna AB, 561 82, Huskvarna, Sweden Declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s); Category........................................ Battery Lawn Trimmer Model(s).........................................GTC24A Identification of Series................... See Product Rating Label Year of Construction...................... See Product Rating Label Complies with the essential requirements & provisions of the following EC Directives: 2006/42/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2000/14/EC based on the following EU harmonised standards applied: EN60335-1, EN60335-2-91, EN786, EN60335-2-29, EN50366, EN55014-1, EN55014-2, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3 The maximum A weighted sound pressure level LpA at the operator’s position, recorded on a sample of the above prod- uct(s) corresponds to the Level given in the table. The maximum hand / arm vibration weighted value measured according to EN ISO 5349 on a sample of the above product(s) corresponds to the Value ah given in the table. 2000/14/EC: The Measured Sound Power LWA & Guaranteed Sound Power LWA values are according to the tabulated figures. Conformity Assessment Procedure.................. Annex VI Notified Body.................................................... Intertek, Cleeve Road Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7SB, England Newton Aycliffe, 11/06/2010 M. Bowden, Global R & D Director - Walk behind Husqvarna UK Ltd. Keeper of Technical documentation GCT24A 25 10,000 89 93 75.6 2.5 1.87 1.5 6.89 Type Width of Cut (cm) Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device (RPM) Measured Sound Power LWA (dB(A)) Guaranteed Sound Power LWA (dB(A)) Level (dB(A)) Uncertainty (dB(A)) Value ah (m/s 2) Uncertainty K of ah (m/s2) Weight (Kg) Husqvarna AB 561 82 Huskvarna Sweden Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time to time without prior notice. Copyright © 2010 Flymo S.A. All rights reserved. Flymo® and other product and feature names are registered or unregistered trademarks of Flymo S.A.