0230 CA - Grass trimmer SKIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 0230 CA SKIL

EU Declaration of conformity Cordless line trimmer Article number We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the directives and regulations listed below and are in conformity with the following standards.

Z11 operation of the tool and they understand the associated dangers (otherwise, there is a danger of operating errors and injuries)

• Supervise children (this will ensure that children do not play with the tool)

• Cleaning and user maintenance of the battery charger shall not be made by children without supervision

• Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tool

• The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property

• Use only accessories and replacement parts recommended by SKIL

• Never mount metal cutting elements onto this tool PERSONAL SAFETY

• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting line while trimming, especially when switching on the tool

• Always wear eye protection, long trousers and sturdy shoes when operating the tool

• Never operate the tool in the direct vicinity of persons; stop using the tool when persons (especially children) or pets are nearby

• Never operate the tool when you are tired, sick or under the inuence of alcohol or other drugs BEFORE USE

• Only use the tool in daylight or with appropriate articial lighting

• 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 qualied 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

• Operate the tool at a walking pace only (do not run)

• The cutting line continues to rotate for a short time after the tool is switched o

• 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 o the tool and remove the battery - whenever leaving the tool unattended - before clearing jammed material - before checking, cleaning or working on the tool

• This tool is intended for the cutting of grass and weeds under bushes as well as on slopes and edges that can not be reached with a lawn mower

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as illustrated in drawing

• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer

• Read this instruction manual carefully before use and save it for future reference

• Pay special attention to the safety instructions and warnings; failure to follow these may result in serious injury TECHNICAL DATA

A Cutting guard B Guide handle C Handle adjustment knob D Locking sleeve E Telescopic tube F Trigger switch G Safety switch H Pivoting button J Spool cover K Spool L Spool hole M Flower guard N Line cutting blade P Edging button Q Storage rail R Storage adapter S Edging wheel T Line feed button V Spool holder W Ventilation slots X Main handle Z Line slots AA Battery level indicator SAFETY GENERAL

• This tool can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons who have physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge if a person responsible for their safety supervises them or has instructed them in the safe12 ! when 2 levels of the battery indicator start ashing after pressing button AA

c, the battery is not within the allowable operating temperature range

• Battery protection The tool is suddenly being switched o or prevented from being switched on, when - the load is too high --> remove load and restart - the battery temperature is not within the allowable operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C --> 2 levels of the battery level indicator start ashing when pressing button AA

c; wait until battery has returned within the allowable operating temperature range - the battery is nearly empty (to protect against deep discharge) --> a low battery level or ashing low battery level

b is shown by the battery level indicator when pressing button AA; charge battery ! do not continue to press the on/o switch after the tool is switched o automatically; battery may be damaged

• Setting the tube length

• Setting the main handle orientation

1. downwards for trimming

2. sidewards for edging

- set tube angle according

1. free standing storage

2. trimming in narrow spaces

4. trimming under low objects

• Using the ower guard

Use the ower guard to protect precious plants from unintentional pruning - fold ower guard M downwards Disengage ower guard for edging function or for trimming near hard obstacles - fold ower guard M upwards

• Setting up the tool for trimming - set tube length D

- set main handle orientation in trimming position

• Setting up the tool for edging - set tube length D

- set main handle orientation in edging position

- disengage ower guard M

- for edging, support the tool by the edging wheel S

• Trimming ! ensure that the cutting area is free of stones, debris and other foreign objects ! start trimming only when tool runs at full speed - 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 line - after striking a foreign object - whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally

• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of debris AFTER USE

• Store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out of reach of children - store the battery pack separately from the tool BATTERIES

• The battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using your power tool for the rst time)

• Only use the following batteries and chargers with this tool - SKIL battery: BR1*31**** - SKIL charger: CR1*31****

• Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be replaced

• Do not disassemble the battery

• Do not expose tool/battery to rain

• Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery): - when charging 4...40°C - during operation –20...+50°C - during storage –20...+50°C

Read the instruction manual before use

Batteries may explode when disposed of in re, so do not burn battery for any reason

Store tool/charger/battery in locations where temperature will not exceed 50°C

Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by ying debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area)

Wear protective glasses and hearing protection

Do not expose tool to rain

Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material USE

• Assembly instructions - mount cutting guard A as illustrated with 2 screws

! never use the tool without cutting guard A - use ower guard M

- mount the guide handle B as illustrated

• Charging battery ! read the safety warnings and instructions provided with the charger

• Removing/installing the battery

- switch on tool by rst pressing knob G (= safety switch which cannot be locked) and then pulling trigger F - switch o tool by releasing trigger switch F ! after switching o the tool the cutting line continues to rotate for a few seconds - allow the cutting line to stop rotating before switching on again ! do not rapidly switch on and o

- press the battery level indicator button AA to show the current battery level

! when the lowest level of the battery indicator starts ashing after pressing button AA

b, the battery is empty13 - clean line cutting blade N

after each use - clean ventilation slots W

regularly with a brush or compressed air

• Regularly check the condition of the cutting head and the tightness of nuts, bolts and screws

• Regularly check for worn or damaged components and have them repaired/replaced when necessary

- securely mount storage rail Q on the wall with 2 screws (not supplied) and horizontally leveled - attach the storage adapter R and move it against the mounting base of the storage rail Q - store the tool with the storage hole in the handle over the tip of the storage adapter Storage method 2

- use pivot position 1 and let the tool stand by itself on the ground

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools - send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

• Be aware that damage due to overload or improper handling of the product will be excluded from the warranty (for the SKIL warranty conditions see www.skil.com or ask your dealer) TROUBLESHOOTING

• The following listing shows problem symptoms, possible causes and corrective actions (if these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your dealer or service station) ! in case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch o the tool and remove battery

Tool does not operate - empty battery -> charge battery - hot battery -> let battery cool down - internal fault -> contact dealer/service station

Tool operates intermittently - internal wiring defective -> contact dealer/service station - on/o switch defective -> contact dealer/service station

Tool vibrates abnormally - grass too high -> cut in stages

Tool does not cut - line too short/broken o -> feed the line manually

Line is not cut o to correct length -> remove cover from cutting blade

Line keeps breaking - line entangled inside spool -> inspect spool; rewind if necessary - trimmer incorrectly used -> only trim with the tip of the line; avoid stones, walls and other hard objects; feed the line regularly - keep the tool away from solid objects in order to protect the cutting line 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 - hold tool rmly 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 - for edging let the tool be supported by the edging wheel S

• Line feeding The line is automatically fed when the tool is switched on or o - the cutting line will be released and cut o to the correct length by line cutting blade N ! take care against injury from line cutting blade N

• Feeding the line manually

- switch o the tool and remove the battery - pull the line and keep pulling, then press and release the line feed button T - after line feeding always return the tool to its normal operating position before switching on - feed the line regularly to maintain full cutting circle - when the motor runs without load and no grass is cut, the cutting line is stuck, worn or broken; rewind the spool or replace the spool system

In case the cutting line fails to protrude from spool hole L ! always switch o the tool and remove the battery - remove spool cover J and take out spool K from spool holder V - tightly rewind the cutting line evenly in layers in arrow direction - insert the cutting line into spool slot Z and ensure that it is securely in place (leave sucient length of line) - thread the cutting line through spool hole L before placing the rewound spool into spool holder V ! ensure that the spool is located securely in place, then pull the cutting line from slot Z - mount spool cover J

! always switch o the tool and remove the battery - remove old spool and mount new spool as illustrated - only use SKIL spool 2610S00818 with this tool (damage due to using other spools will be excluded from the warranty) - after replacing the spool test-run the tool for at least one minute without load to ensure that the tool is operating properly ! be sure tool is switched o when inserting the battery MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Always switch o the tool, remove battery pack, and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill

• Always keep tool clean (especially ventilation slots W

• Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries, accessories and packaging together with household waste material (only for EU countries) - in observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on waste of electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility - symbol

will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs ! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with heavy tape to prevent short-circuit NOISE / VIBRATION

• 0230 Measured in accordance with EN 60335 the sound pressure level of this tool is 72.1 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 2.5 dB) and the sound power level 85.6 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 1.1 dB), and the vibration 2.7 m/s² (triax vector sum; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²)

• 0240 Measured in accordance with EN 60335 the sound pressure level of this tool is 77.2 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 2.5 dB) and the sound power level 88.6 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 2.0 dB), and the vibration 3.9 m/s² (triax vector sum; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²)

• The vibration emission level has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60335; it may be used to compare one tool with another and as a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when using the tool for the applications mentioned - using the tool for dierent applications, or with dierent or poorly maintained accessories, may signicantly increase the exposure level - the times when the tool is switched o or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may signicantly reduce the exposure level ! protect yourself against the eects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns