GS 3 7 Li Multicutter - Hedge Trimmers AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions
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| Product type | Cordless hedge trimmer |
| Brand | AL-KO |
| Model | GS 3 7 Li Multicutter |
| Battery voltage | 36 V (Li-Ion) |
| Blade length | 55 cm |
| Tooth spacing | 22 mm |
| Max cutting capacity | 22 mm |
| Cutting speed | 2800 cuts/min |
| Weight (without battery) | 3.5 kg |
| Sound level (LWA) | 96 dB(A) |
| Vibration (front hand) | 2.5 m/s² |
| Vibration (rear hand) | 2.5 m/s² |
| Power supply | 36 V lithium-ion battery |
| Average runtime | Up to 60 min (depending on use) |
| Blade type | Double-sided ground steel |
| Main functions | Hedge cutting, shrub trimming, precise cutting |
| Safety | Double safety switch, protection against accidental starts |
| Maintenance and cleaning | Clean blade after use, lubricate regularly, store in a dry place |
| Spare parts and repairability | Replacement blade, battery, charger available from AL-KO |
| General information | Cordless product, quiet, low vibration emission |
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USER MANUAL GS 3 7 Li Multicutter AL-KO
Garden + Hobby QUALITY FOR LIFE
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INFORMATION | MANUALS | SERVICE
CORDLESS GRASS AND SHRUB SHEAR GS 3.7 LI MULTI CUTTER
Operating Instructions
474168_a | 10/2010
GB: Instructions for Use .....11
 | 3,7 V /DC |
 | 1,45 Ah (Lithium-Ion) |
 | 350 mA /DC |
 | max. 4 h |
 | ca. 45 min. |
 | 1000 min-1 |
 | 2000 min-1 |
 | 80 mm |
 | 160 mm |
 | max. 8 mm |
 | 73 dB (A) (K= 3,0 dB (A)) |
 | < 2,5 m/s2 (K= 1,5 m/s2) |
 | ◇/III |
About this manual
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
- Read these instructions before start-up. This is a prerequisite for safe and trouble-free operation. ■ Please observe the safety and warning notices in this document and on the unit. This document is a permanent part of the product described and should be handed over to the customer when the unit is sold.
Meaning of symbols
Attention!
Close adherence to these warning notices can prevent personal injury and / or material damage.
Special information for better understanding and correct handling.
The camera symbol refers to illustrations.
Description of product
A rechargeable grass and shrub cutter is described in this documentation.
Intended use
This device is only intended for trimming and cutting ornamental shrubs and bushes that are not very thick. The device can be turned into a grass cutter using the supplied grass blade. Any other use is deemed as being not in accordance with its intended use.
The rechargeable grass and shrub cutter cannot replace a hedge cutter and should not be used as such!
Wrong use
This grass and shrub cutter is not intended for use in public grounds, parks, sporting arenas or in agriculture and forestry. The device must not be used for commercial purposes. Existing safety equipment may not be taken off or by-passed; for example the safety switch may not be fixed. Do not use the device when it is raining and/or on a wet lawn.
Safety and protective devices
Danger - risk of injury!
Safety and protective devices must not be disabled!
Child lock
The hole (5 mm) at the handle is designed for a padlock* (☐). The padlock prevents unintended triggering of the device.
* Not supplied
Product overview
| 1 | Grass cutter |
| 2 | Unlocking buttons |
| 3 | Switch lock |
| 4 | Switch with child lock |
| 5 | LED display |
| 6 | Charging connection |
| 7 | Attachment eyelet |
| 8 | Battery charger |
| 9 | Blade protection |
| 10 | Shrub cutter |
| 11 | Operating instructions |
Symbols on the device
Attention! Special care required during use.
Read the instructions before start-up!
Protect the device from moisture! Do not expose it to the rain!
Attention! Blades continue to run!
Keep a distance from the danger area.
Keep other persons away from the danger area!
Safety instructions
Danger - risk of injury!
Safety and protective devices must not be disabled!
The user is responsible for accidents involving other persons and their property.
Safety instructions for battery and charger
Danger - risk of fire and explosion!
■ Do not open the device. (only when disposing of the rechargeable battery) There is a danger of a short circuit. ■ Use only original chargers from the manufacturer ■ Do not throw the device into an open fire ■ Protect the device from heat and direct sunlight
- Check the housing, plug and cable for damage each time the charger is used. Do not use the device if it is damaged. Do not open the charger! Replace the charger in the event of a defect. Protect the device, battery and charger from moisture. Only charge indoors. Incorrect use can cause fluid to escape from the battery. In case of contact, thoroughly rinse with water, and immediately see a doctor in case of contact with eyes.
Safety instructions for operating
Danger - risk of injury!
Unintentional start-up can lead to severe injuries.
Danger - risk of injury!
The blades continue to run after the motor has been switched off!
Children and persons who are not familiar with these operating instructions are not permitted to use the device. Do not operate the device when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
Prior to each use, check the device and battery charger for damage and have damaged parts replaced. Take any foreign bodies out of the working area before use. Wear suitable work clothing: - Protective goggles - Long trousers - Robust, non-slip footwear
Ensure that you have a sound footing when working. Keep other persons away from dangerous areas. Keep body, body parts and clothing away from the cutter area. Only work when there is adequate daylight or artificial lighting. Move the device away from the body when working. Only remove cuttings when the motor is at a standstill. Never leave the device unattended when it is ready for operation.
Check, after contact with foreign bodies, for damage to the rechargeable grass and shrub cutter. In the event of serious damage, take the device to an AL-KO service centre.
Commissioning
Charge the battery
Danger - risk of fire and explosion!
The charging device becomes warm when charging. Do not operate the device on an easily flammable ground or in a flammable environment.
The device handle can become warm during the charging process. This is normal. The battery in the device is partially charged! Fully charge the battery before using it for the first time. Do not use the device when charging.
The battery can be charged in any state of charge. Interrupting the charging process does not adversely affect the battery.
- Connect the charger using the charging point on the rechargeable grass and shrub cutter. (☐ 1)
- Connect the charger to the mains supply. The charging process starts when the green LED remains constantly illuminated. The battery is fully charged once the LED is no longer illuminated. (1)
The temperature range for the charging process should be between 0 °C and +45 °C.
Maximum charging time: 4 h
- Disconnect the plug from the charging device and from the device.
The battery is protected from overcharging and can thus remain connected to the mains supply.
Operation
Turn on the device
- Push the die kill-switch forwards. ( 24)
- Press the activating switch. ( 2-2)
- You can release the kill switch whilst you press the switch.
A clicking sound can be heard after you have turned the device on. This is due to the mechanics and fully normal.
Turn off the device
- Release the activation switch.
- Wait until the blade stops moving. The blade continues to run after the motor has been switched off!
Changing the blade
Danger - risk of injury!
The blades continue to run after the motor has been switched off!
Danger - risk of injury!
Always put the blade protection into place and wear protective gloves!
- Press both unlocking buttons together to take out the blade. (☐ 3)
- Lubricate the gearbox enclosure with grease regularly.
- Insert the blade into the mounting and press it firmly into the base of the blade to click it into place. (☐ 4)
- Clean the blade with a brush or dry cloth. Remove any impurities that may be present from the gearbox enclosure. (5)
Information on operation
■ Only use if visibility is good. ■ Only work with a sharp cutter blade. The operating time of the shrub cutter depends on the condition of the battery and the properties of the items being cut. Frequently switching the device on and off reduces the operating time.
Storing the rechargeable grass and shrub cutter and charger
Store the device in a place inaccessible to children and unauthorized persons. Only store the device with the blade protection attached. Do not place any other objects on the device. Store the device in a dry, frost-free location with an ambient temperature between 0 °C and +35 °C. Only store the device with the battery fully charged. Recharge the battery for approximately 2 hours after a 6-month storage period.
The optimum temperature for storing the device is between 0 °C and 20 °C.
Repairs
Repairs must only be carried out at AL-KO service centres or authorized specialist firms. Only use original parts.
Maintenance and care
Danger - risk of injury!
Always wear work gloves when carrying out maintenance on the cutter blade!
Danger - risk of injury!
Turn off the device when carrying out maintenance work. The blades continue to move after the motor has been switched off.
After cutting work, thoroughly clean the device with a hand brush or a cloth. - Do not hose down the device with water! Water ingress can damage the switch as well as the battery and the electric motor. Regularly check the cutter blade for damage. Replace stumps or damaged cutting blades before using it for the next time. Treat the cutting blade with oil or a lubricating spray after each use. Switch on the device briefly to distribute the oil better. Professional inspection is necessary:
If the motor is blocked If the cutting blade is bent or damaged If the battery is damaged or drained
Transport
The battery has been tested according to the UN manual. This is why the battery is not subject to the national and international regulations concerning hazardous goods, whether as individual item or when fitted to the device.
Only transport the battery in the device. Regulations in relation to hazardous goods may apply when transporting several batteries. Never carry the device by the cutting blade. Only transport the device with the blade protection attached.
Disposal
Do not dispose of worn-out devices, batteries or rechargeable batteries in the household waste!
Packaging, device and accessories are made of recyclable materials and are to be disposed of accordingly.
The user is obligated to return the batteries and accumulators. The device can be disposed of at the dealer or at a waste disposal centre. Integrated batteries can only be removed for disposal. Removing the batteries:
- Discharge the device fully. Take all screws in the housing. Open the housing. Disconnect the connections to the battery. Take out the battery.
Recycle the battery in an environmentally-friendly manner.
Fault remedy
Wear working gloves during all maintenance work!
Fault during operation | Possible cause | Solution
| Reduced motor performance | Cutter blade is blunt Replace blade stumps with original parts |
| The motor power fades although the battery is displayed as being fully charged | Battery defective Consult AL-KO customer service |
| Battery does not charge Battery defective Consult AL-KO customer service | |
If faults are not listed in this table or you are unable to rectify them yourself, please consult our customer service department.
EC declaration of conformity
We herewith declare that this product, with the design we have introduced on the market, meets the requirements of the harmonized EC guidelines, EC safety standards and the standards applicable to this product.
| Product | Manufacturer | Authorised agent |
| Rechargeable grass and shrub cutter | AL-KO Geräte GmbH | Anton Eberle |
| Serial number | Ichenhauser Str. 14 | Ichenhauser Str. 14 |
| G1821825 | 89359 KOETZ | 89359 KOETZ |
| GERMANY | GERMANY | |
| Type | EC guidelines | Harmonized standards |
| GS 3.7 Li Multi Cutter | EN 55014-1:2006 | |
| 2006/42/EC | EN 55014-2:1997 | |
| 2004/108/EC | EN 61000-3-2:1995 | |
| 2000/14/EC | EN 61000-3-3:1995 | |
| 2006/95/EC | EN 60745-1 | |
| EN 60745-2-15 Appendix K | ||
| EN 50366 | ||
| Acoustic power level | CE marking | EN 60335-2-29 |
| Measured / guaranteed | ||
| GS 3.7 Li Multi Cutter 77.5 / 78 dB(A) | 2000/14/EC | |
| Appendix V |
Kötz, 2010-09-08
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
We will rectify possible material and manufacturing faults on the device during the statutory period of limitation for warranty claims by means of repairs or replacement at our discretion.
The period of limitation is governed by the laws of the country in which the device was purchased.
Our guarantee is valid only if: The guarantee becomes invalid if:
■ The device has been properly handled ■ The operating instructions have been adhered to ■ Original spare parts are used
■ Efforts have been made to repair the device ■ Technical modifications have been made to the device ■ The device has not been used for its intended purpose (e.g. commercial or municipal authority use)
The guarantee does not include:
■ Damage to paint work due to normal use
■ Consumables that are marked in the spare parts list with the parameter xxx xxx (x) Internal combustion engines – separate warranty conditions of the respective engine manufacturer apply for these
In the event of a warranty claim please contact your supplier or the nearest authorised customer service centre with this guarantee declaration and the purchasing receipt. This guarantee does not affect the legal warranty claims of the purchaser against the seller.
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Remove the battery.
Take the battery to an ecological recycling facility.
Troubleshooting assistance
Wear work gloves during maintenance and care!
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director
Warranty
- GARDEN + HOBBY QUALITY FOR LIFE
- AL-KO
- CORDLESS GRASS AND SHRUB SHEAR GS 3.7 LI MULTI CUTTER
- ABOUT THIS MANUAL
- WARRANTY
- MEANING OF SYMBOLS
- ATTENTION
- DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT
- INTENDED USE
- WRONG USE
- SAFETY AND PROTECTIVE DEVICES
- DANGER - RISK OF INJURY
- CHILD LOCK
- PRODUCT OVERVIEW
- SYMBOLS ON THE DEVICE
- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY AND CHARGER
- DANGER - RISK OF FIRE AND EXPLOSION
- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATING
- COMMISSIONING
- CHARGE THE BATTERY
- OPERATION
- TURN ON THE DEVICE
- TURN OFF THE DEVICE
- CHANGING THE BLADE
- INFORMATION ON OPERATION
- STORING THE RECHARGEABLE GRASS AND SHRUB CUTTER AND CHARGER
- REPAIRS
- MAINTENANCE AND CARE
- TRANSPORT
- DISPOSAL
- DO NOT DISPOSE OF WORN-OUT DEVICES, BATTERIES OR RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES IN THE HOUSEHOLD WASTE
- FAULT REMEDY
- WEAR WORKING GLOVES DURING ALL MAINTENANCE WORK
- EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
- TROUBLESHOOTING ASSISTANCE
- WEAR WORK GLOVES DURING MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Brand : AL-KO
Model : GS 3 7 Li Multicutter
Category : Hedge Trimmers