GTLi 18V - Grass trimmer AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GTLi 18V AL-KO

Read this documentation before starting up the machine. This is a precondition for safe working and flawless operation. Observe the safety warnings in this docu- mentation and on the product. This documentation is a permanent integral part of the product described and must be passed on to the new owner if the product is sold. Explanation of symbols CAUTION! Following these safety warnings care- fully can prevent personal injury and/or material damage. ADVICE Special instructions for greater ease of understanding and improved handling. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This documentation describes a hand-operated battery lawn trimmer. Product overview The product overview (1) provides an overview of the appliance. 1-1 Upper hand grip 1-2 Switch with child protection 1-3 Battery 1-4 Battery lock 1-5 Charger with mains plug 1-6 Auxiliary hand grip with tip lever 1-7 Holder with additional spool 1-8 Telescopic handle 1-9 Upper guide sleeve 1-10 Lower guide sleeve 1-11 Locking button for cutter head 1-12 Cutter head with motor 1-13 Plant protection bar 1-14 Guide wheel 1-15 Guard plate with line cutter 1-16 Spool Symbols on the appliance Important! Take particular care during handling. Read the operating instructions before starting operation! Danger due to objects being thrown out! Keep other people out of the danger area. Make sure there is a gap of at least 15 m between the appli- ance and other people. Protect the appliance against rain and moisture Wear protective glasses and ear defenders.en Product description 14 GTLi 18V Remove the battery before any adjustment or cleaning of the equipment is made or when the device is left unattended for a while. Adjustable telescopic handle The lawn trimmer is equipped with an adjustable telescopic handle. This allows the appliance to be set to individual body sizes, and allows the motor head to be swivelled. Swivelling and adjustable cutter head GT Li18V has a swivelling cutter head with an ad- justable angle. Automatic tip An automatic tip function is equipped in the spool head, allowing the cutting line to be extended while the motor is running. Safety and protective equipment Child protection The hole (5 mm) on the motor protection switch is provided for a padlock*. The padlock prevents the appliance from being switched on inadvertently.

• Not included in the scope of delivery CAUTION! Risk of injury! Safety and protective devices should not be disabled. Designated use This appliance is intended for trimming a lawn in non-commercial applications. Any use not in ac- cordance with this designated use shall be regar- ded as misuse. This tool is not intended to be used by people (including children) who have restricted phy- sical, sensory or mental capabilities; neither is it intended to be used by people lacking ex- perience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by someone who is responsible for safety, or receive instructions from this su- pervisory person in how to operate the tool. Children should be supervised in order to make sure that they do not play with the tool. CAUTION! The equipment is intended for domestic use only. TECHNICAL DATA GTLi 18V < 2,5 m/s

Lithium-ion battery 18 V

1.3 Ah (lithium-ion)

Technical data acc. to the following standards:Technical data 440084_c 15 Mechanical safety acc. to EN 786, 5.1.1, Annex E and D, sound pressure and sound energy level acc. to

DIN EN ISO 3744:2010

Measurement of mechanical vibration at the hand grip acc. to EN 28662-1:1992 ADVICE The specified values have been establis- hed based on a standardised test pro- cess and can be used for comparing dif- ferent electrical tools with one another. In addition, these values are suitable for estimating in advance the loads to which the user is exposed due to vibration. WARNING! The actual vibration values may differ from those specified, depending on what the electrical tool is used for. Take measures to protect yourself against vibration loads. In doing so, take account of the entire working process, i.e. also times during which the electrical tool is operating without load, or is swit- ched off. Suitable measures include regular main- tenance and care of the electrical tool and the tool attachments, keeping your hands warm, taking regular breaks and planning the working sequences effec- tively. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION! The cutting tools continue to rotate even after the motor has been switched off. Wear suitable clothing, eye protection and gl- oves WARNING! Wear ear defenders to prevent impair- ment of hearing. Never allow children or uninstructed persons to operate or maintain the machine. Local re- gulations may specify the minimum age of people operating the machine Stop using the machine when people, es- pecially children (and also pets) are in the vicinity. Only mow during daylight hours or with good artificial lighting. Before taking the machine into operation, and following any impact, check the machine for signs of wear or damage and undertake the necessary repairs. Never use the appliance if any protective de- vices are damaged or missing. Always keep hand and feet away from the cutting device, above all when switching on the motor. Any device that is used for cutting off the line represents a danger of injury. After pulling out a new line, always hold the machine in its normal working position before switching it on. Never fit metallic cutting elements. Only use genuine spare parts and genuine accessories. Always remove the battery when the appliance is unsupervised before maintenance work before cleaning the appliance if the appliance is not going to be used for some time Make sure that air openings are free from contamination. In spite of technical and additional protec- tive measures, there is always a residual risk when working with the machine. Keep the handles dry and clean. Remove foreign objects from the working area. Use the machine only in perfect working or- der. Always keep the guard, string head and en- gine free of mowing debris. Keep body and clothing away from cutting parts. Persons who are not familiar with the trim- mer should practise handling it with the en- gine switched off. Wear appropriate working clothes. Always ensure stability when working. Always operate the appliance with two hands. Keep others away from dangerous areas. Do not leave the appliance unsupervised. When mowing on sloping ground, always stand downhill of the cutting device.en Safety instructions 16 GTLi 18V If working on slopes: Never work on a smooth and slippery slope. Always make sure you are positioned se- curely. Always work across the slope, never up- ward or downward. Do not work on slopes with a more than 10° gradient! Take particular care when turning! After contact with a foreign object: Switch off the engine. Examine the device for damage. The machine must not be operated if the ope- rator is under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. Comply with the accident prevention regula- tions. Do not get the appliance wet or expose it to moisture. Keep children away from appliances equip- ped with batteries. Safety notes for battery and charger CAUTION! Caution - Risk of fire and explosion! Do not open the appliance. Danger of short circuit. Do not put the appliance onto an open fire. Protect the appliance against heat and direct sunlight. Only recharge batteries in chargers that are recommended by the manufacturer. Using a charger intended for one particular type of battery with a different type of battery repres- ents a fire risk. Only use batteries in the electrical imple- ments that are intended for this purpose. Using other batteries can lead to injuries and represents the risk of fire. Keep the unused battery away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that could short-circuit the con- tacts. A short circuit between the battery con- tacts can result in burns or fire. Incorrect use can result in fluid leaking out of the battery. Avoid contact with the fluid. In case of inadvertent contact, rinse off with wa- ter. If the fluid gets into your eye, seek additio- nal medical assistance. Leaking battery fluid can lead to skin irritations or burns. Each time before using the charger, check the housing, plug and cable for damage. Do not use the charger if it is damaged. Do not open the charger! Renew the charger if it is defective. Protect the appliance, battery and charger against moisture. Only charge indoors. Only have electrical appliances repaired by qualified electricians, and only using genuine spare parts. This ensures that the appliance remains safe. ASSEMBLY CAUTION! The machine must not be put in opera- tion before it has been assembled com- pletely. CAUTION! Do not insert the battery until the appli- ance has been completely assembled. Install the guard plate ADVICE The knife integrated in the guard plate automatically cuts the line to the opti- mum length.

1. Set the guard plate in relation to the cutter

2. Make sure that the line is exposed.

3. Screw the guard plate on at the rear with the

supplied screws (2-1).

4. Place the guide wheel on the guard hood and

tighten the screws (2.2). Installation of auxiliary handle The holder of the auxiliary handle is mounted on the telescopic handle. The supplied replacement spool is integrated in the holder. Installation of auxiliary handle The angle of the handle can be individually adjus- ted using the tip lever.

1. Push the holder onto the shaft.

2. Pull the grip bar of the auxiliary handle slightly

apart (3-1).Startup 440084_c 17

3. Push the auxiliary handle onto the holder

4. Engage the auxiliary handle in the splines.

5. Place the tip lever with pin holder onto the

6. Screw the clamping pin tight so that the tip

lever can be operated with little force (3-3). STARTUP CAUTION! Always perform a visual check prior to start-up. CAUTION! Do not use damaged batteries. Danger of fire! CAUTION! Danger of explosion and fire! The charger heats up during charging. Do not place it on a flammable surface or in a flammable environment. Charging the battery ADVICE The battery is supplied partially charged! Fully charge the battery before the first use. The battery can be charged in any charge level. Interrupting charging does not damage the battery. ADVICE The battery is protected against exces- sive charging by a supply voltage control function, which means it can be left con- nected to the mains for some time.

1. Connect the charger (1-5) to the mains wi-

thout the battery (1-4). The LED on the mains adapter lights up green.

2. Connect the battery to the charger. The LED

on the mains adapter lights up red. Charging starts. ADVICE The temperature range for charging should be between 5 and +45 °C. The charging time for a full charge is max. 200 minutes. If the operating time of the battery is significantly shorter in spite of full charging, this indicates the battery service life has expired and it must be replaced by a new, genuine bat- tery.

3. The charging process has finished when the

LED on the mains adapter lights up green - the battery is fully charged.

4. Disconnect the charger from the mains.

5. Remove the battery from the charger.

Inserting the battery

1. Press the locking catch.

2. Push the battery along the guide until the con-

tact socket on the battery is firmly located on the contact plug of the appliance. Adjusting the telescopic handle

1. To release, turn the upper locking sleeve

through about 180° to the right (4-1).

2. Set the telescopic handle to the individual

physique. The telescopic handle can be ex- tended by approx. 10 cm (4-2).

3. Tighten the locking sleeve (4-3).

Swivelling the cutter head To trim lawn edges, for example, it is possible to swivel the cutter head through 180° (5, 6).

1. Loosen the lower locking sleeve (5-1).

2. Turn the telescopic handle through 180° (5-2).

3. Screw the locking sleeve tight (5-3, 6-1).

Angling the cutter head By changing the pivot angle, it is also possible to trim areas that are difficult to access, e.g. under benches, overhangs, etc.

1. Press the locking button (7-1).

2. Engage the cutter head in the required angle

ADVICE Remove the guard on the line cutter be- fore taking into operation for the first time. Starting the lawn trimmer

2. Hold the appliance with both hands. Do not

place the cutter head on the ground when do- ing this.

3. Hold the auxiliary handle in one hand and the

upper grip with your other hand.

4. Press the switch in the upper grip and hold it

pressed. The appliance runs.en Startup 18 GTLi 18V

5. Let the lawn trimmer run at idling speed for a

few moments. This causes the cutting line to be cut off to the correct length.

6. The appliance switches off when the switch is

released. ADVICE After the appliance has been switched off, the spool head continues to rotate for a few seconds. OPERATION Switch on the appliance before approaching the grass to be cut. Angle the appliance forwards slightly, and walk forwards slowly (9). Sweep the appliance to the right and left in order to cut the grass (9). Long grass must be cut in several passes. Always proceed from top (10-1, 10-2) to bottom. ADVICE Tap the spool head on the ground from time to time when working. The automa- tic tip function always keeps the line at optimum length. Use the plant protection car in order to hold the appliance at the correct distance from obstacles (11-1). Do not overload the appliance during work. Make sure the motor is stopped before you remove any cuttings. CAUTION! The vibration value during use of the electrical implement may differ from the indicated value, depending on what the appliance is used for. If the battery lawn trimmer is overloaded in very long grass, the line will be blocked. Im- mediately remove the appliance from the long grass and reduce the load. Otherwise, the motor could be permanently damaged. After use, remove the battery and check the app- liance for damage.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

CAUTION! Remove the battery before starting any work on the appliance. After use, remove the battery and check the machine for damage. Electrical malfunctions are only allowed to be rectified by authorised specialist workshops. Never use the appliance if the blade of the line cutter is missing or damaged. Always keep the guard, string head and en- gine free of mowing debris. Do not spray the machine with water! Pene- trating water can lead to malfunctions. Do not get the appliance wet or expose it to moisture. Regularly check the appliance is in good working order. Do not use any cleaning agents or solvents. They can cause irreparable damage to the appliance. Changing the spool (Replacement spool GT Li 18V art. no. 112969)

1. Press the two locking catches to open the co-

4. Make sure that the spring is re-inserted (8-3).

5. Guide the line outwards on both sides.

6. Put on the cover and engage the locking cat-

ches. STORAGE Clean the appliance and its accessories after each use. Keep the appliance out of reach of children and unauthorised persons. ADVICE Hang up the lawn trimmer by its handle. This avoids placing unnecessary load on the cutter head. Storing the battery and charger Store the battery in a dry place protected from frost, with an ambient temperature between 0 °C and +35 °C, and with the battery charged to approx. 40 - 60% Completely recharge the battery for about 2 hours after 6 months in storage Do not store the battery near metallic or acid- containing objects - these present a risk of short-circuit!Disposal 440084_c 19 DISPOSAL Do not dispose of worn-out machines or spent batteries (including recharge- able batteries) in domestic waste! The packaging, machine and accessories are made from recyclable materials and must be disposed of accordingly. The user is obliged to return the batteries. Disposal can be handled by the retailer or at recycling centres. Do not dispose of the battery unless it is di- scharged. TROUBLESHOOTING Malfunction Possible cause Solution Motor does not run Motor protection switch has swit- ched off Flat battery Wait until the motor protection switch switches the trimmer back on. Charge the battery Trimmer vibrates Spool is contaminated Clean the spool, renew it if ne- cessary Battery operating time is significantly shorter Grass too long or too wet Cutting height too low Battery flat because not used for some time Battery service life expired Let it dry, set a higher cut Raise the cutting height Charge the battery Renew the battery. Only use ge- nuine accessories from the manu- facturer Battery cannot be charged Charge plug or contact socket con- taminated Battery or charger defective Order spare parts acc. to the spare parts card ADVICE If you encounter any malfunctions that are not listed in this table or which you cannot rectify yourself, please contact our responsible customer service.en Warranty 20 GTLi 18V WARRANTY We will address claims for any defects in materials and workmanship during the statutory period of limi- tation by means of repairs or replacements of our choice. The period of limitation is governed by the laws of the country in which the machine was purchased. Our warranty applies only if: The machine has been properly handled The operating instructions have been adhered

Original replacement parts have been used The warranty is no longer in effect if: Efforts have been made to repair the machine Technical modifications have been made to the machine The machine has not been used for its intended purpose The warranty does not cover: Damage to paint work through normal use Parts subject to wear as indicated in the replacement parts list with a box [xxx xxx (x)] Internal combustion engines – separate warranty conditions of the respective engine manufacturer apply The warranty period begins with the purchase by the first buyer. The warranty period begins on the date that appears on the original purchase receipt. In the event of a warranty claim, please your contact sup- plier or the nearest authorised customer service centre with this warranty declaration and the purchase receipt in hand. This warranty does not affect the legal warranty claims by the purchaser against the seller.

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