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User Manual ELECTRIC GRASS TRIMMER F-ERT 450-1 UK Original instructions Layout_F_ERT_450_1_UK_SPK7.indd 1 Layout_F_ERT_450_1_UK_SPK7.indd 1 25.11.2020 10:58:10 25.11.2020 10:58:10...
Contents Package contents ................ 3 General information ..............8 Reading and storing the user manual ...........8 Explanation of symbols ..............8 Safety ..................11 Intended use ..................11 Residual hazards ................12 Safety information ................13 Using for the first time .............. 23 Checking the grass trimmer and items supplied .......
General information General information Reading and storing the user manual These operating instructions belong to this electric grass trimmer (for easier understanding, the product will be re- ferred to below only as “grass trimmer”). They contain infor- mation of importance for your safety, for the use of the product and for its care.
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General information This symbol draws attention to additional information about assembly or use. Declaration of conformity (see the section “Declaration of conformity”): Products bearing this symbol comply with all applicable Community legislation of the European Economic Area. Be sure to read the instructions before using for the first time.
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General information Keep a sufficient distance away from other persons, particularly chil- dren and pets Beware of catapulted objects. Important! The grass trimmer continues to run briefly after it is switched off. The grass trimmer complies with protection class II. The guaranteed sound power level (L ) is 96 dB.
Safety Safety Intended use This grass trimmer is designed solely for cutting lawns and small ar- eas of grass. It is designed solely for private users in the hobby and DIY sector and not for commercial use in e.g. public facilities, parks and sports centers, along roadways, or in agriculture and forestry.
Safety • operation or maintenance of the grass trimmer by persons who are not familiar with handling the grass trimmer and/or do not understand the related hazards. Residual hazards Even when the grass trimmer is used as intended, it is impossible to completely rule out non-obvious residual risks.
Safety Safety information Read all the safety information and instructions. Failure to adhere to the safety information and instructions set out below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Hazards for children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities (e.g.
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Safety d) If the power cable for this grass trimmer becomes damaged, it must be replaced by a special power cable which is available from the manufacturer or its customer service center. Instruction requirements a) Read the operating instructions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the operator controls and proper use of the grass trimmer.
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Safety Operation a) Keep the extension cable away from the cutting unit. b) Eye protection and sturdy shoes must be worn throughout the time spent using the grass trimmer. c) Avoid using the grass trimmer in bad weather conditions, par- ticularly when there is a risk of lightning.
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Safety o) Always disconnect the grass trimmer from the power supply (i.e. pull the power plug out of the power socket, take out the block- ing device or the removable battery): 1) each time the grass trimmer is left unattended; 2) before you clear a blockage;...
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Safety d) The insulation of grass trimmer extension cables is frequent- ly damaged. The reasons for this include: cutting of the cable, crushing of the cable by doors and windows, cracking of the in- sulation due to aging, kinking due to incorrect fastening or laying of the power cable.
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Safety Supplementary safety information Risk of electric shock! A faulty electrical installation or too high a mains voltage could cause an electric shock. − Acquaint yourself with the controls and how to use the grass trim- mer properly. − Never use the grass trimmer while it is raining or in damp or wet surroundings.
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Safety − Do not operate the grass trimmer with an external timer or with a separate telecontrol system. − Do not immerse the grass trimmer, the extension cable, the power cable or the power plug in water or other liquids. −...
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Safety Risk of injury! Incorrect use of the grass trimmer can result in injuries. − Before you switch on the grass trimmer, make sure that there are not stones or other hard objects touching the cutting unit. − Switch on the grass trimmer only when you are holding it perpen- dicular to the ground and in the correct working position.
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Safety − Make sure you have secure footing and a straight posture. Be careful when walking backwards. − If the grass trimmer vibrates with unusual intensity, switch it off immediately and pull out the power plug. Check all parts to make sure that they are intact and secure.
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Safety Explanation of the warning sign (Fig. 17) 1: Warning! 2: Wear eye protection! 3: Wear ear protection! 4: Protect from the damp! 5: Pull out the power plug! 6: Read the operating instructions! 7: Keep other persons away! 8: The grass trimmer will continue to run! 9: Safety class II Layout_F_ERT_450_1_UK_SPK7.indd 22 Layout_F_ERT_450_1_UK_SPK7.indd 22...
Using for the first time Using for the first time Checking the grass trimmer and items supplied Risk of damage! If you open the packaging without care using a sharp knife or oth- er pointed objects, this could quickly cause damage to the grass trimmer.
Using for the first time Before using for the first time Assembling the grass trimmer (Fig. 3a and 3b) • Fit the safety guard on the motor head (see Fig. 3a). • Then fasten the safety guard with 2 screws (1.). •...
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Using for the first time Adjusting the tilt angle (Fig. 6) Risk of injury! If the tilt angle of the motor housing is wrongly set, you could injure yourself or the grass trimmer could become damaged. • Use the grass trimmer only when the motor housing and the but- ton are latched in one of the four positions for the tilt angle and when the motor housing is securely seated.
Operation Operation Risk of injury! Improper handling of the grass trimmer could result in injuries. − Check the grass trimmer for damage before you use it. − Never use the grass trimmer if the safety guard is damaged or missing. −...
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Operation Risk of damage! The electric grass trimmer is designed to cut only grass. The electric grass trimmer has a fully automatic line extension system. If the line of the electric grass trimmer is reduced through operation, it will be extended automatically to the maximum cutting width. This will ensure that you can always work with the optimum cutting width.
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Operation • To cut properly, swing the grass trimmer sideways while moving forwards. Keep the grass trimmer inclined at an angle of approx. 30° while you do so (see Fig. 9 and Fig. 10). • If the grass is long, it must be cut shorter in stages, starting from the tip (see Fig.
Cleaning and maintenance 5. Clean the grass trimmer as described in the section “Cleaning and maintenance”. 6. Check the grass trimmer for wear and damage. Cleaning and maintenance Risk of injury! Accidental starting of the grass trimmer can result in serious injuries by the cutting unit.
Cleaning and maintenance − Keep the grass trimmer, the safety devices and the motor housing free of dust and dirt. − Clean the grass trimmer ideally each time after you have used it. − Make sure that no water gets into the motor housing. Cleaning the grass trimmer 1.
Transport Bits of the nylon line could result in injury when catapulted out! Replacing the power cable Risk of electric shock! If the power cable is damaged or not fitted properly, there will be a risk of an electric shock. −...
Storage Storage − Clean the grass trimmer as described in the section “Cleaning the grass trimmer”. − Store the grass trimmer in a dry, dark, frost-free place that is inac- cessible to children. − The optimum storage temperature is 5–30 °C. −...
Technical data Technical data Model: .................. F-ERT 450-1 UK Mains voltage: ................ 230V ~ 50 Hz Cutting circle: ................. Ø 30 cm Speed n : ..................8,800 min Cutting line Ø: ..................1.3 mm Weight: ....................3.0 kg Article number: .................. 91672 Layout_F_ERT_450_1_UK_SPK7.indd 33 Layout_F_ERT_450_1_UK_SPK7.indd 33 25.11.2020 10:58:35...
Noise/vibration information Noise/vibration information Health hazard! Working without ear protection or protective clothing may be harm- ful to your health. − Wear ear protection and suitable protective clothing when using the grass trimmer. Grass trimmer Noise Sound pressure level L at the operator’s ear ......82 dB(A) Uncertainty K .................
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Noise/vibration information The sound pressure and vibration values were determined in ac- cordance with Annex CC of EN 50636-2-91:2014. Measured and guar- anteed sound power level determined in accordance with 2000/14/ EC, extended by 2005/88/EC. Subject to technical changes. Information about sounds and vibrations The values stated above are noise emission values and are therefore not necessarily reliable workplace values.
Disposal Disposal Disposing of the packaging Separate the packaging materials by type before disposing of them. Dispose of cardboard in your waste paper contain- er and take plastic film or sheets to your recycling center. Disposing of the grass trimmer Waste equipment may not be disposed of with normal house- hold refuse! This symbol draws attention to the fact that under the Directive on...
Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Problem Possible cause Solution The grass trim- The extension cable is Replace the extension mer does not damaged. cable. run. The power cable is not Connect the power cable to connected. an extension cable. The On/Off switch has not been Press the On/Off switch.
Declaration of conformity Declaration of conformity Einhell Germany AG · Wiesenweg 22 · D-94405 Landau/Isar erklärt folgende Konformität gemäß EU-Richtlinie und deklaruje zgodność wymienionego poniżej artykułu z Normen für Artikel następującymi normami na podstawie dyrektywy WE. GB explains the following conformity according to EU directi- BG декларира...
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