RG-CT 18/1 Li - Brush cutter EINHELL - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Einhell
Model	RG-CT 18/1 Li
Product type	Cordless brush cutter
Rotation speed	8500 rpm
Cutting diameter	24 cm
Max. running time	Approx. 40 min
Protection category	III
Sound power level	94 dB
Sound pressure level	78 dB
Battery	18 V / 1500 mAh (Li-Ion)
Charger	230 V ~ 50 Hz, output 21.3 V / 1000 mA
Weight	2.2 kg
Main functions	Grass cutting, edging (90° rotating head), adjustable handle, additional handle
Maintenance and cleaning	Cleaning with damp cloth, blade replacement, no internal maintenance
Safety	Start lock, protective cover, rotating head stop device
Spare parts and repairability	Replacement blade (ref. 34.057.30), battery, charger, after-sales service
General information	Private garden use, non-professional, 2-year warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - RG-CT 18/1 Li EINHELL

How to charge the battery of the Einhell RG-CT 18/1 Li brush cutter?

Remove the battery pack from the device by pressing the side buttons. Plug the charger into a 230 V socket and insert the charging plug into the battery connector. The red light indicates charging; the green light turns on when the battery is fully charged (approx. 2 hours). Never completely discharge the battery.

What safety instructions must be followed?

Wear eye protection, keep people at a distance, read the instruction manual before use, protect the device from moisture, and be aware that the tool continues to run by inertia after switching off. Always use the protective cover.

How to mount the protective cover?

Slide the protective cover onto the motor housing in the direction of the arrow until it snaps into place. Make sure the edging guide does not obstruct the blade head. Check the engagement as shown in the manual.

How to adjust the height of the brush cutter?

Loosen the union nut on the handle, adjust the desired working height, then retighten the nut to secure the position.

How to convert the brush cutter into an edger?

Remove the battery, then pull the stop device of the rotating motor head in the direction of the arrow and turn the head 90° until it locks. You can then cut edges vertically.

How to replace the blade?

Make sure the battery is removed. Push the blade inward and remove it through the large opening. Install the new blade in reverse order, ensuring correct locking. The replacement blade has reference number 34.057.30.

What to do if the device does not start?

First check that the battery is charged and the charger works. If everything is correct but the device still does not start, contact after-sales service for a return.

What accessories are supplied with the brush cutter?

The delivery includes: the grass trimmer, protective cover, battery, charger, additional handle with replacement blades, instruction manual and safety instructions.

What is the warranty period and how to claim it?

The warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase. To claim, send the defective device with the original receipt and a description of the problem to the after-sales service. Shipping costs are at your expense. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damage due to improper use or unauthorized intervention.

How to clean and maintain the brush cutter?

After each use, clean the device with a damp cloth and a little soap. Do not use aggressive products. Avoid water getting inside. Remove deposits on the cover with a brush. No other internal maintenance is required.

USER MANUAL RG-CT 18/1 Li EINHELL

GB Original operating instructions Cordless Grass Trimmer

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Inhaltsverzeichnis

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1. Safety information.... 17
2. Layout and items supplied....17
3. Intended use....17
4. Technical data 18
5. Before putting into operation....18
6. Operation 19
7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts 19
8. Disposal and recycling 20
9. Faults....20
   Warranty certificate....22

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Caution - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry

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When using equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete original operating instructions and safety information with due care. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these original operating instructions and the safety information as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to failure to follow these instructions and the safety information.

1. Safety information

For the relevant safety information please refer to the booklet included in delivery.

WARNING

Read all the safety information and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety information and instructions set out below may result in an electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep all the safety information and instructions in a safe place for future use.

Explanation of the warning signs on the equipment (see Fig. 20)

1: Warning!
2: Wear eye protection!
3: Protect from moisture!
4: Read the instruction manual before starting!
5: Keep other people out of the danger area!
6: The equipment continues to rotate!

2. Layout and items supplied

2.1 Layout (Fig. 1/2)

1 Safety lock-off
2 On/Off switch
3 Adjustment lock for turning the handle
4 Additional handle
5 Height adjustment
6 Edge guide
7 Blade head
8 Safety hood
9 Blade
10 Charging unit
11 Battery
12 Compartment for spare blades
13 Lock for rotatable motor head

2.2 Items supplied

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

IMPORTANT

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suff ocating!

• Trimmer
• Guard hood
• Battery
• Charging unit
  • Additional handle with spare blades
  • Original operating instructions
  • Safety information

3. Intended use

The equipment is designed for cutting lawns and small areas of grass in private and hobby gardens.

Equipment designed for use in private and hobby gardens is regarded as unsuitable for use in public facilities, parks and sports centers, along roadways, or in agriculture and forestry. The operating instructions as supplied by the manufacturer must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the equipment is properly used and maintained.

Important. This equipment must not be used for composting purposes (shredding) as this could result in injury or damage to property.

The equipment may be used only for the tasks it is designed to handle. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind resulting from such misuse.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

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4. Technical data

Speed n_0 8,500 min ^-1

Cutting circle 24 cm

Max. operating time .... approx. 40 min

Protection class ....III

L_WA sound power level 94 dB

L_pA sound pressure level 78 dB

Interchangeable battery .....18 V d. c. / 1500 mAh

Vibration 5,8 m/s ^4

K uncertainty 1.5 m/s ^2

Weight 2,2 kg

Charging unit

Mains voltage 230 V \~ 50 Hz

Output

Rated voltage 21,3 V d. c.

Rated current 1000 mA

The machine may exceed 85 dB (A). The operator will require noise protection measures if this is the case. The noise was measured in accordance with prEN ISO 10518. The value of the vibrations emitted by the handle was determined in accordance with prEN ISO 10518.

⚠️ Important.

The vibration value changes according to the area of application of the electric equipment and may exceed the specified value in exceptional circumstances.

Reduce noise generation and vibration to a minimum!

• Use only equipment that is in perfect condition.
• Maintain and clean the equipment regularly.
  • Adapt your way of working to the equipment.
• Do not overload the equipment.
  • Have the equipment checked if necessary.
• Switch off the equipment when not in use.
• Wear gloves.

5. Before putting into operation

5.1 Fitting the safety hood (Fig. 3-4)

When fi tting the safety hood (Fig. 1/Item 8) make sure that the edge guide (Fig. 1/Item 6) is in a position in which the blade head (Fig. 1/Item 7) does not obstruct the fi tting. Push the guard hood (Fig. 1/Item 8) in the direction of the arrow onto the motor housing as shown in Fig. 3. Make sure that it latches in place correctly! Make sure that the guard hood is fi tted as in Fig. 4.

5.2 Height adjustment (Fig. 5)

Undo the union nut (Fig. 5/Item 5) until the grass trimmer handle can be moved in and out freely. Now set the required working height (Fig. 6) and secure the handle in this position by tightening the union nut again.

5.3. Fitting the additional handle (Fig. 7)

Fit the additional handle to the mount provided, paying attention to the teeth (Fig. 7/Item I & II). Then secure the additional handle with the help of the screw and the adjustment lock provided. Make sure that the compartment for the spare blades faces the top of the equipment.

5.4 Adjusting the additional handle (Fig. 8)

Undo the adjustment lock (Fig. 8/Item 3) for the additional handle until it can be moved forwards and backwards without any great resistance. Set the required position and tighten the securing screw again.

5.5 Adjusting the angle of tilt of the guide handle (Fig. 9)

Press the button for the angle of tilt adjustment (Fig. 9/Item K). Now you can set the long handle to the required tilt. Release the button and allow the handle to lock into position to fix the angle of tilt. Three different locking angles are possible.

5.6. Installing the battery (Fig. 10/11)

Press the side pushlock buttons of the battery pack as shown in Fig. 10 and push the battery pack into the mount provided. When the battery pack is positioned as in Fig. 11, make sure that the pushlock buttons latch in place! To remove the battery pack, proceed in reverse order.

5.7 Charging the battery (Fig. 12)

1. Take the battery pack out of the equipment. Do this by pressing the side pushlock buttons.
2. Check that your mains voltage is the same as

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that marked on the rating plate. Connect the power cable of the charging unit to a socket outlet and insert the connector (Fig. 12/Item N) into the charging jack of the battery pack. The red LED indicates that charging is in progress.

1. The charging unit will end the charging automatically when the battery is fully charged (after approx. 2 hours). The green LED then lights up.

The battery pack can become a little warm during the charging. This is normal. If the battery pack fails to charge, check:

• whether there is voltage at the socket outlet
- whether there is good contact at the charging contacts

If the battery pack still fails to charge, send

• the charging unit

• and the battery pack

to our customer service center.

To ensure that the battery pack provides long service, you should take care to recharge it promptly. You must recharge the battery pack when you notice that the power of the cordless grass trim-mer drops. Never fully discharge the battery pack. This will cause it to develop a defect.

6. Operation

To obtain maximum performance from your grass trimmer, please follow these instructions:

• Never use the grass trimmer without the guard.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. The best results are achieved with dry grass.
• To switch on your grass trimmer press the safety lock-off (Fig. 2 / Item 1) and then press the On/Off switch (Fig. 2 / Item 2).
• To switch off your grass trimmer, let go of the On/Off switch again (Fig. 2 / Item 2).
• Do not allow the grass trimmer near the grass until the switch is pressed, i.e. the grass trimmer is in operation.
• To cut properly, swing the machine sideways while moving forwards. Keep the grass trimmer inclined at an angle of approx. 30^ while you do so (see Figs. 17 and 18).
• If the grass is long, the grass must be cut shorter in stages, starting from the tip (see Fig. 19).

• Use the guard hood to prevent unnecessary wear.
• To avoid unnecessary wear, keep the grass trimmer away from hard objects.

Using the grass trimmer as an edge trimmer

To cut the edges of lawns and flower beds, the grass trimmer can be converted as follows: - Remove the battery pack

• Pull the lock for the rotatable motor head in the direction of the arrow as shown in Fig. 13.
• Turn the motor head through 90^ in the required direction until it latches in place.
• Now you have converted the grass trimmer to an edge trimmer for cutting the lawn vertically.

7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Before putting away or cleaning the grass trim-mer, switch off and remove the battery pack.

7.1 Cleaning

• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it down with compressed air at low pressure.
  • We recommend that you clean the equipment immediately after you use it.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a damp cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these may be aggressive to the plastic parts in the equipment. Ensure that no water can get into the interior of the equipment.
• Use a brush to remove deposits from the safety guard.

7.2 Replacing the blade (Fig. 15-16)

IMPORTANT! Be sure to remove the battery pack before replacing!

• To remove the blade, push the blade inwards and remove it through the larger opening as shown in Fig. 15.
• To fit the new blade, proceed in reverse order. Make sure the blade locks into place correctly as shown in Fig. 16.

7.3 Maintenance

There are no other parts inside the equipment which require maintenance.

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7.4 Ordering spare parts

Please provide the following information on all orders for spare parts:

• Model/type of the equipment
• Article number of the equipment
• ID number of the equipment
- Spare part number of the required spare part For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info

Spare blade Art. No.: 34.057.30

8. Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Defective components must be disposed of as special waste. Ask your dealer or your local council.

9. Faults

The equipment does not work: Check that the battery is charged and whether the charging unit is working. If the equipment will not work in spite of the voltage supply being OK, please send it to the customer service address below.

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For EU countries only

Never place any electric power tools in your household refuse.

To comply with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric power tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment-friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot.

Recycling alternative to the return request:

As an alternative to returning the equipment to the manufacturer, the owner of the electrical equipment must make sure that the equipment is properly disposed of if he no longer wants to keep the equipment. The old equipment can be returned to a suitable collection point that will dispose of the equipment in accordance with the national recycling and waste disposal regulations. This does not apply to any accessories or aids without electrical components supplied with the old equipment.

The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the iSC GmbH.

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Warranty certifi cate

Dear Customer,

All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. Of course, if you would prefer to call us then we are also happy to offer our assistance under the service number printed below. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made:

1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights. We do not charge you for this guarantee.
2. Our guarantee only covers problems caused by material or manufacturing defects, and it is restricted to the rectification of these defects or replacement of the device. Please note that our devices have not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Consequently, the guarantee is invalidated if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial applications or for other equivalent activities. The following are also excluded from our guarantee: compensation for transport damage, damage caused by failure to comply with the installation/assembly instructions or damage caused by unprofessional installation, failure to comply with the operating instructions (e.g. connection to the wrong mains voltage or current type), misuse or inappropriate use (such as overloading of the device or use of non-approved tools or accessories), failure to comply with the maintenance and safety regulations, ingress of foreign bodies into the device (e.g. sand, stones or dust), effects of force or external influences (e.g. damage caused by the device being dropped) and normal wear resulting from proper operation of the device. This applies in particular to rechargeable batteries for which we nevertheless issue a guarantee period of 12 months. The guarantee is rendered null and void if any attempt is made to tamper with the device.
3. The guarantee is valid for a period of 2 years starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This also applies when an on-site service is used.
4. In order to assert your guarantee claim, please send your defective device postage-free to the address shown below. Please enclose either the original or a copy of your sales receipt or another dated proof of purchase. Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place, as it is your proof of purchase. It would help us if you could describe the nature of the problem in as much detail as possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee then your device will either be repaired immediately and returned to you, or we will send you a new device.

Of course, we are also happy offer a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service, please send the device to our service address.

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Advarsel Læs betjeningsvejledningen for at reducere risikoen for personskade

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GB explains the following conformity according to EU directives and norms for the following product

X 2000/14/EC_2005/88/EC

□ Annex V

X Annex VI

Notified Body: LWA = 88 dB (A); guaranteed LWA = 94 dB (A)

P = KW; L/∅ = cm

Notified Body: TÜV SÜD Industrie Service GmbH (0036)

2006/28/EC

Emission No.:

Standard references:

EN 55014-1; EN 55014-2; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;

EN 60335-1; EN 60335-2-91; EN 62233; EN 60335-2-29

Subject to change without notice

Archive-File/Record: NAPR002827

Documents registrar: Alexander Scheifl

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