RTX2300 - Grass trimmer EGO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RTX2300 EGO

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READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL

WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs

and replacements should be performed by a qualified service technician. SAFETY SYMBOL The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all

safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION, may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

WARNING: The operation of any power tools can

result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the tool before attempting to assemble and operate it.Safety AlertPrecautions that involve your safety.Read Operator’s ManualTo reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.Wear Eye ProtectionAlways wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield when operating this product.Wear Ear ProtectionAlways wear ear protection when operating this product.Wear Head ProtectionWear an approved safety hard hat to protect your head.Wear Protective GlovesProtect your hands with gloves when handling blade or blade guard.Wear Safety FootwearWear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.Beware of blade thrustWarn the operator of the danger of blade thrust.Ricochet and Keep Bystanders Away Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property damage. Ensure that other people and pets remain away from the brush cutter when it is in use 15m Keep Bystanders Away Ensure that other people and pets remain at least 15m away from the line trimmer when it is in use.No round bladeDo not install round cutting blades.IPX5 IP Symbol Protection against water jets WEEE Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Take to an authorized recycler.

NoiseGuaranteed sound power level. Noise emission to the environment according to the European community’s DirectiveOriginal instructions6

This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives.V Volt Voltage

No Load SpeedRotational speed, at no load min

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,

illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. ◾ Avoid Dangerous Environments – Don‘t use appliances on damp or wet slope. ◾ Keep guards in place and in working order. ◾ Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area. ◾ To reduce the risk of injury, never work on a ladder or on any other insecure support. Never hold the cutting unit above waist height. ◾ Check the cutting unit at regular short intervals during operation, or immediately if there is a noticeable change in cutting behavior. ◾ For best results, your battery should be charged in a location where the temperature is greater than 5° C and less than 40° C. Do not store it outside or in vehicles. ◾ If you are approached, stop the motor and cutting unit. ◾ Warn the operator of the danger of blade thrust. ◾ Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts an object that it does not immediately cut. ◾ Blade thrust can be violent enough to cause the unit and/or operator to be propelled in any direction, and possibly lose control of the unit. ◾ Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls or binds. ◾ Blade thrust is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut. ◾ Do not attach any blade to a unit without proper installation of all required parts. Failure to use the proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously injure the operator and/or bystanders. Discard blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any way. Use a sharp blade A dull blade is more likely to snag and thrust. ◾ A coasting blade/line can cause injury while it continues to spin after the motor is stopped or trigger is released. Maintain proper control until the blade/line has completely stopped rotating. ◾ Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing maintenance or service. ◾ Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical connections. ◾ If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! SPECIFICATIONS No-load Speed Up to 450/minCutting Blade ABR2300Recommended Operating Temperature0°C-40°CRecommended Storage Temperature-20°C-70°COptimum Charging Temperature5°C-40°CWeight 1.9 kgMeasured sound power level L

96.1 dB(A) K = 3.8 dB (A)Sound pressure level at operator’s ear L

83.2 dB(A) K = 2.5 dB(A)Guaranteed sound power level L

(measured according to 2000/14/EC)100 dB(A)Valuation of vibration a

MachineWith STX3800With BCX3800Left handle0.7 m/s

ROTOCUT — RTX2300 ◾ The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another; ◾ The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure. NOTICE: The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value in which the tool is used; In order to protect the operator, user should wear gloves and ear protectors in the actual conditions of use. DESCRIPTION KNOW YOUR ROTOCUT (Fig. A) 1. Sealing Screw2. Gear Case3. Blade4. Blade Sheath5. Guard Assembly6. Wrench7. Allen Key 8. Bush (For using with 25mm diameter tube) PACKING LIST PART NAME QUANTITYROTOCUT 1Guard Assembly 1Wrench 1Allen Key 1Bush 1Operator’s Manual 1 ASSEMBLY

WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do

not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product

or create accessories not recommended for use with this machine. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could

cause serious personal injury, always unplug the battery connector from the socket when assembling parts. REPLACE THE TRIMMER HEAD WITH ROTOCUT HEAD 1. Hold your line trimmer/brush cutter and use the allen key to remove trimmer guard, trimmer head and gear case from the drive shaft (Fig. B1-B3 ). The drive shaft will be used for assembly of the ROTOCUT later.2. Remove the ROTOCUT from its packaging, loosen the two Screw 1# and hold them on the fixing plate, loosen and remove the Screw 2# from the fixing plate. (Fig. B4)B-1 Screw 1# B-2 Screw 2#B-3 The fixing plate3. Insert the ROTOCUT head onto the drive shaft removed in step 1, make sure the hole of B-2 screw is aligned with the hole on the drive shaft (Fig. B5).4. Insert the B-2 screw first and tighten it, and then tighten the two screws of B-1 (Fig. B6). 5. Remove the ROTOCUT guard from its packaging and loosen the two bolts in the guard. Remove and reserve the two bolts and spring washers from the guard (Fig. B7).6. Lift the ROTOCUT head and face it downward; align the two mounting holes in the guard with the two assembly holes in the ROTOCUT fixing plate. Make sure the guard direction is as the picture below, the arc shape around the cutting teeth. (Fig. B8).7. Use the allen key to lock the guard in place.8. Remove the blade sheath from the blade during operation. OPERATION

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product

to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING: Always wear eye protection, along with

hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.

WARNING: Do not use any attachments or

accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.8

WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury,

disconnect the battery power from the tool before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the unit. APPLICATIONS The product may be used in rain. You may use this product for the purposes listed below: Cutting: used for cutting the grass around stakes or guard rails, wall edges, road curbs, fences in the running traffic, or trimming the vegetation on parking lots. NOTICE: When using the ROTOCUT, ensure that no foreign objects are thrown out which entails strong risks: broken windows, dented car bodies, slit fences, torn tree bark or personal injury.

TO CONNECT/DISCONNECT THE BATTERY POWER

(Fig. C) Fully charge before first use. Align ▲ of plug with ▲ of the machine. Insert the plug into the tool until the green seal completely disappeared into the socket. To disconnect the battery power, just unplug it by holding and pull backward.

STARTING/STOPPING THE TOOL (FOR STX3800 &

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, wear

goggles or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty locations. Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects, such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or line, that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment. Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders and pets at least 15m away; there still may be risk to bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the motor and cutting attachment immediately. Before each use, check for damage/worn parts Check the ROTOCUT head, guard and loop handle and replace the parts that are cracked, warped, bent, or damaged in any away.

WARNING: Always wear gloves when mounting

the guard or servicing the blade. Take care of the blade and protect your hand from cutting. After each use, clean the tool. CAUTION: Obstructions in the vents will prevent the air from flowing into the motor housing and result in overheating or damaged of the motor. ◾ Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. ◾ Keep air vents in the motor housing from debris at all times. MAINTENANCE

WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Inspect and maintain the tool regularly. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician.

WARNING: Battery tools do not have to be

plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. To prevent serious personal injury, take extra precautions and care when performing maintenance, service or for changing the cutting attachment or other attachments.

WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury,

disconnect the battery power from the tool before servicing, cleaning, changing add-on attachments or removing material from the unit.

ROTOCUT BLADE REPLACEMENT

WARNING: If the blades become loose after it is

fixed in position or the blades are badly worn, replace the blades immediately. Never use a tool with a loose or ineffective cutting attachment. Know the ROTOCUT head as Fig. D1 shown. D-1 Shaft Cup D-2 Top-BladeD-3 Bottom-Blade D-4 Support CupD-5 Washer D-6 Gliding BowlD-7 Nut1. Place the gear case of the ROTOCUT head against a solid surface. Clamp the up and down blades with pliers or in a vise, then use the wrench to loosen the nut (Fig. D2).9

2. Remove the nut, gliding bowl, washer, support cup,

down blade, up blade and shaft cup in sequence as Fig. D1 shown.

3. Before installing new blades, put the shaft cup on the

shaft (Fig. D3). Put the top-blade with big hexagonal hole onto the shaft with the surface printed “EGO” logo facing toward the gear case (Fig. D4), then put the bottom-blade with small hexagonal hole onto the shaft with the surface printed EGO” logo facing toward operator (Fig. D5). NOTICE: Make sure the hexagon holes on the blades and hexagon shaft shoulder fit in place. Otherwise once the blades are mounted reversely, the ROTOCUT cannot work correctly and will damage the blades.

4. Follow the sequence shown in Fig. D1 to reassemble

For best operation and longer lifetime, lubricate the gear case with a special grease (4-5g each time) after every 50 hours operation. The special grease should meet the following requirements.

1. Belong to DIN51818: NLGI-1 cone penetration degree.

2. Ester base grease.

3. Excellent low-temperature startup, EP, mechanical

shearing, abrasion resistance and oxidative stability properties.

4. Operation temperature must contain -40~180°C.

Remove the sealing screw. Fill grease into the gear case through the oil-hole.

WARNING: Do not lubricate while the tool is still

connected with battery or running.

◾ Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. ◾ Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils, such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene. Moisture can also cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any moisture with a soft dry cloth.

◾ Disconnect the battery power from the tool when it is not in use. ◾ Clean the tool thoroughly before storing it. ◾ Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area, locked- up or up high, out of the reach of children. Do not store the unit on or adjacent to fertilizers, petrol, or other chemicals. ◾ Use of a transport cover for metal blades during transport and storage. Protecting the environment WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Do not dispose of electrical equipment, used battery and charger into household waste! Take this product to an authorized recycler and make it available for separate collection. Electric tools must be returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility.10

ROTOCUT — RTX2300 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION ROTOCUT fails to start. ◾ The battery pack is not properly connected to the power head. ◾ Connect the battery pack to the power head. ◾ The battery pack is depleted. ◾ Charge the battery pack with an EGO charger listed in this manual. ◾ The lock-off lever and trigger are not depressed simultaneously. ◾ Press the lock-off lever and hold it, then depress the trigger to turn on the unit.ROTOCUT stops while cutting. ◾ The motor is overloaded. ◾ The motor will recover when the load is removed. For continuous work, decrease the load on the ROTOCUT and avoid deep cutting; instead, make progressively deeper cuts. ◾ The battery pack is too hot. ◾ Allow the battery pack to cool down naturally, or air blow to speed up the cooling. ◾ The battery pack is disconnected from the tool ◾ Reconnect the battery pack. WARRANTY

Please visit the website egopowerplus.euegopowerplus.eu for full terms and conditions of the EGO Warranty policy.11 ROTOCUT — RTX2300

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