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MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety information Safety warnings General safety warnings 1. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
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Safety information MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety warnings Electrical safety 1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety information 2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. 3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source, picking up or carrying the tool.
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Safety information MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety warnings 2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety information 8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations. Service 1. Have your power tools serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
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Safety information MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety warnings 3. Before use, always visually inspect the machine for damaged, missing or misplaced guards or shields. 4. Never operate the machine while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. Operation 1. Keep supply and extension cords away from cutting means.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety information Maintenance and storage 1. Disconnect the machine from the power supply (i.e. remove the plug from the mains, remove the disabling device or removable battery) before carrying out maintenance or cleaning work. 2. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts and accessories.
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Safety information MGT60030 by MacAllister Safety warnings 7. Prolonged use of the product exposes the user to vibrations that can cause a range of conditions collectively known as hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) e.g. fingers going white; as well as specific diseases such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
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Safety information MGT60030 by MacAllister 3. Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects. WARNING! This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation! This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants! To reduce...
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Safety information MGT60030 by MacAllister Symbols On the product, the rating label and within these instructions you will find among others the following symbols and abbreviations. Familiarise yourself with them to reduce hazards like personal injuries and damage to property.
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Safety information MGT60030 by MacAllister Symbols Inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the product. If objects are hidden while operating stop the motor and remove the object.
Your product MGT60030 by MacAllister Your product 1. Main handle 10. Unlock button for tilt e. Housing 2. On/off switch adjustment f. Sliding slot (x2)* 3. Power cord with plug a. Indicator* g. Release push 4. Rear safeguard b. Indication line* button 5.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Before you start Unpacking 1. Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat, stable surface. 2. Remove all packing materials and shipping devices if applicable. 3. Make sure the delivery contents are complete and free of any damage. If you find that parts are missing or show damage do not use the product but contact your dealer.
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Before you start MGT60030 by MacAllister Setup Guard 1. Turn the trimmer head (12) upside down. 2. Untighten the screw (11a) and keep it handy. 3. Put out the plant protector (13) firstly (Fig. 1, step 1), then align and slide the guard (11) onto the sliding slots (12f) of the trimmer head (12) (Fig.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Before you start Connection to power supply NOTE: The product is equipped with a power cord with the length of 10 m. If a proper extension cord is required for operation. Observe the technical requirements for this product when purchasing an extension cord.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Product functions Intended use This electric grass trimmer MGT60030 is designated with a rated power input of 600 Watts. The product is intended for cutting weed, grass or similar soft vegetation in areas that are hard to reach, e. g. under bushes, on slopes and edges. It may not be used to work on unusual thick, dry or wet grass, e.
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Product functions MGT60030 by MacAllister Main handle angle adjustment Adjust the main handle (1) to either 0° for trimming or 90° / 180° for edging. 1. Slide the unlock button (7) downward and turn the main handle (1) clockwise while holding lower pole (9) to adjust the trimmer head (12) to an angle of 90°...
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Product functions 1. Press the unlock button (10) and hold it in position. 2. Move the lower pole (9) slightly up or downward (Fig. 11). 3. Release the unlock button (10) and keep moving the lower pole (9) until it locks in place.
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Product functions MGT60030 by MacAllister Plant protector 2. Push the plant protector (13) in for transport and storage (Fig. 13). Fig. 13, storage position Guard The guard (11) protects the operator against thrown objects during operation. It is equipped with a knife (11b) that cuts the trimming lines (12d) (Fig. 14).
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Operation General operation 1. Check the product, its power cord and plug as well as accessories for damage before each use. Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear. 2. Double check that the accessories and attachments are properly fixed.
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Operation MGT60030 by MacAllister Trimming 7. Ensure the cutting device remains clean and free from off-cuts that may cause it to jam. Check regularly. Release the on/off switch (2) and disconnect the product from the power supply before checking. 8. Trim longer grass in stages; do not cut long grass in one cut (Fig. 18). For the best results, cut longer grass in steps (Fig.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Operation 3. Pay special attention when performing the work close to trees and bushes. The cutting head could damage sensitive bark, and damage fence posts. 4. Pull the plant protector (13) out to avoid bringing the cutting device into contact with hard objects such as walls and kerbstones (Figs.
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Operation MGT60030 by MacAllister Trimming Line feeding Manual feeding 1. Turn trimmer head (12) upside down. 2. Press the release push button (12g) while pulling on the trimming lines (12d). The trimming spool (12c) will release the trimming lines (Fig. 23).
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Care and maintenance The golden rules for care WARNING! Always switch the product off, disconnect the product from the power supply and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! 1. Keep the product clean. Remove debris from it after each use and before storage.
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Care and maintenance MGT60030 by MacAllister Guard 1. Keep the guard (11) clean and free of debris. Remove trimmings. 2. Replace the guard (11) with one of the same type when it is worn or shows damage. Trimming line Replace the trimming spool Replace the line spool when it is empty or worn.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Care and maintenance Refill the trimming line in the trimming spool 1. Remove the trimming spool (12c) from the housing (12e) as instructed in chapter “Trimming line - Replace the trimming spool”. 2. Discard all the remaining lines (12d) from the trimming spool (12c).
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Care and maintenance MGT60030 by MacAllister UK plug (only for UK market) If you need to replace the fitted plug, then follow the instructions below. IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue –...
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Care and maintenance Repair This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer. Contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person to have it checked and repaired. Storage 1. Switch the product off and disconnect it from the power supply.
Troubleshooting MGT60030 by MacAllister Troubleshooting Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the users can fix themselves. Therefore check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be solved quickly. WARNING! Only perform the steps described within these...
MGT60030 by MacAllister Recycling and disposal Recycling and disposal Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or local store for recycling advice. For further information visit www.recycle-more.co.uk.
Guarantee MGT60030 by MacAllister Guarantee We take special care to select high quality materials and use manufacturing techniques that allow us to create products incorporating design and durability. This product has a manufacturer’s guarantee of 2 years against manufacturing defects, from the date of purchase (if bought in store) or date of delivery (if bought online), at no additional cost for normal (non-professional or commercial) household use.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Guarantee Distributor: B&Q plc Chandlers Ford, Hants, SO53 3LE, United Kingdom www.diy.com Screwfix Direct Limited Trade House, Mead Avenue, Yeovil, BA22 8RT, United Kingdom www.screwfix.com...
Technical specifications MGT60030 by MacAllister Technical specifications General >Rated voltage, frequency : 230-240 V~,50 Hz >Rated power input : 600 W >Rated no load speed n : 9000 min >Protection class : II / >Weight : approx. 2.85 kg >Length of power cord : approx.
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MGT60030 by MacAllister Technical specifications WARNING! Depending on the actual use of the product the vibration values can differ from the declared total. Adopt proper measures to protect yourself against vibration exposures. Take the whole work process including times the product is running under no load or switched off into consideration.
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