Challenge Xtreme M1G-ZP-250 User manual

Line Trimmer
Instructions for use - Please keep for future reference
IMPORTANT
1. When using this line trimmer follow the basic
safety precautions, as laid out in this guide, at
all times.
2. Keep all the packaging until you are sure that
the product is operating correctly.
ARG, Retail Group, MK9 2NW721/8314 , 730/3229
Mains cable
Spool coverLine feed button
Spool holder
Cutting line
Cutting line blade
Upper handle
Lower handle
Lower shaft
Cooling Vents
Motor housing
Guard
Upper shaft
Handle clamp
Cable restraint
Power button
Safety button
Instructions
Your grass trimmer

Instructions
Box contents
• Line Trimmer
• Upper handle
• Lower handle
• Handle bolt
• Trimmer guard
• Instruction booklet
• 2 screws and washers
You may also need:
• A screwdriver
Please check that you have the following apparatus in the box that your line trimmer arrived in:
• Make sure you are familiar with the controls and the proper safe use of the line trimmer.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the line trimmer.
• Make sure all people especially children or pets are at least 6 metres away from the cutting area.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the line trimmer is to be used and remove all stones, sticks,
wires, bones, string and other foreign objects.
• Before using the line trimmer always inspect it to check the cutting line is not worn or damaged.
Worn or damaged items should be replaced before use.
• Make sure the spool is properly installed and securely fastened. Failure to do this could
cause injury.
• Make sure the guard and handle are securely attached.
• Never use metal cutting elements with the line trimmer.
• If you need to use an extension cable it must be marked as suitable for outdoor use.
• The line trimmer user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Model NumberM1G-ZP-250
Rated Voltage 230 VAC 50Hz
Input Power350 Watts
Cable Length10 m
Weight2.4 Kg
Cutting Width250 mm
No load speed 11,000 rpm
Cutting Line4.5 metres max
Preparation
Product specification
Instructions
Use your Line trimmer safely
•Do not operate the line trimmer barefoot or wearing open sandals, always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing.
• Wear safety goggles or glasses and ear protectors when using the line trimmer.
Use a face mask if the work is dusty.
• Do not operate the line trimmer when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs or medication.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any
moving parts.
• Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts.
• Only use the line trimmer in daylight or good artificial light.
• Avoid using the line trimmer on wet grass.
• When trimming slopes always be sure of your footing.
• Switch the line trimmer on by following the instructions in this booklet.
• Switch off the line trimmer, unplug it and wait it has stopped rotating in the
following instances:
• When crossing surfaces other than grass.
• When transporting the line trimmer to and from the area to be trimmed.
• Whenever you leave the line trimmer.
• Before clearing a blockage.
• Before checking, cleaning or working on the line trimmer.
• After striking a foreign object. Inspect the line trimmer for damage and make repairs
as necessary.
• If the line trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally.
• Never carry the line trimmer by the cable or pull the cable to disconnect from the
mains supply.
• Keep the cable away from sharp edges, oils or heat sources. Do not use the line trimmer
if the cable is damaged.
• While using the line trimmer always walk, never run.
• Only use the manufacturers replacement spools. Do not use any other cutting
attachment.
• Do not use without the guards in place.
• Hold both handles while using the line trimmer and do not raise the cutting head above
waist height. Keep the cutting head below 76cm (30 in) from the ground.

Instructions
1Loosen the handle bolt then slide the
lower handle over the upper shaft.
You will have to push the handle hard
to get it onto the shaft initially (fig. 4).
2Tighten the handle bolt so the handle is
secure (fig. 5).
3You can adjust the height of the lower
handle to suit you once the trimmer is
fully assembled.
Instructions
fig. 4 fig. 5
Using your Line trimmer
Attach the lower handle
1Push the guard over the spool (fig. 1)
make sure it is against the motor
housing and that the cutting line is not
trapped under the guard.
2Twist the guard in a clockwise direction
until it won’t go any further (fig. 2).
Make sure the screw holes in the guard
and the motor housing line up and then
screw in the self-tapping screws
provided (fig. 3).
fig. 2
fig. 1
fig. 3
Attach the guard

Instructions Instructions
Feeding out the cutting line
If the cutting line is worn you will need to feed
out more line.
1While the line trimmer is off remove the cutting
line trimming blade protector (fig 10).
2Hold the line trimmer above a firm surface and
switch on as described in this booklet.
3Lightly bump the line feed button on the
firm surface.
4The cutting line is fed out and the cutting line
trimming blade adjusts the cutting line to the
correct length.
5If the cutting line is too short it will not feed
automatically in this case remove the spool
and spool cover as described in this booklet.
6Pull the spool out of the spool cover.
7Aplastic band is fitted around the spool, to
remove it squeeze it at 90oto the slots and
remove it from the spool (fig. 11).
8Find the ends of the cutting line and thread them
through the slots in the plastic band.
9Slide the plastic band back over the spool,
making sure not to trap the cutting line
(fig. 12).
10 Thread the ends of cutting line through the
holes in the spool cover and push the spool
into the spool cover (fig. 13).
11 Make sure the spring is positioned in the back of
the spool and push the spool and spool cover
into the spool holder. The spool holder will click
into place.
1Line up the ridges on the lower shaft with
the slots on the upper shaft. Slide the
lower shaft into the upper shaft until it
clicks into place (fig. 6).
2Position the trimming attachment as
shown in fig. 7 for grass trimming.
NEVER attach in reverse direction as
shown in fig. 8, it would cause injury.
3When using the trimmer in edging mode
place the cutting head over the edge
and hold it so that it is just off the ground
(fig. 9). Walk slowly along the edge and
guide the trimmer so that it cuts off the
overhanging grass.
Warning! When using the grass trimmer in
edging mode keep away from the cutting line
to avoid any flying particles given off by the
trimmer. The trimmer should only be used to
maintain original edges not create new ones.
4To remove the cutting attachment
squeeze and hold the two ribbed clips
on the side of the lower shaft (fig. 6)
and pull the upper and lower shaft
apart until the cutting attachment is
free of the upper shaft.
fig. 6 fig. 10
Plastic
band
fig. 11
fig. 12
fig. 13
fig. 7 fig. 8
fig. 9
Attach the cutting attachment
Lawn
edge

Replacing the spool Switch the line trimmer on and off
1Hold the spool holder and squeeze the
two clips on the sides of the spool cover.
2Pull the spool and spool cover out of the
spool holder. The spring remains in the
spool holder (fig. 14). Remove the old
spool from the spool cover.
3To fit the new spool, thread the ends of
cutting line through the holes in the spool
cover and push the spool into the spool
cover (fig. 15).
4Make sure the spring is positioned in the
back of the spool and push the spool
and spool cover into the spool holder.
The spool holder will click into place.
The cable restraint prevents too much strain
being put on the cable connections.
1Push a loop of cable through the slot in
the upper handle.
2Slide the loop over the cable restraint
(fig. 16).
Please familiarise yourself with the instructions
laid out in the Use your line trimmer safely
section before switching your line trimmer on.
1Press and hold the safety button and
press the power button at the same time
(see fig 17).
2Once the motor has started release the
safety button but carry on holding the
power button while you are using the line
trimmer (fig 18).
3Release the power lever when you
wish to switch the line trimmer off and
the motor will stop. It will take a few
moments for the line trimmer to stop
spinning.
InstructionsInstructions
Using the cable restraint
fig. 17
fig. 18
fig. 14
fig. 15
fig. 16

InstructionsInstructions
This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz. Connecting it to another
source may cause damage.
The line trimmer may be fitted with a non-rewirable plug. If it is necessary to change
the fuse of the plug the fuse cover must be refitted afterwards. If the fuse cover is lost
or damaged the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained.
The wires in the power cable of this product are coloured as follows:
• Blue= Neutral
• Brown=Live
If the colours of the wires in the power cable of this product do not correspond with
the terminals on your plug proceed as follows (see the wiring diagram below).
• The Blue wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked N or
coloured Black.
• The Brown wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked L or
coloured Red.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside – always refer to qualified service
personnel.
Do not allow this product to be exposed to rain or moisture during use or storage.
Plug should be BS1363/Aapproved. Fit a 5Amp fuse.
Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp.
Electrical safetyGeneral maintenance
Cleaning
To ensure the best performance from the line trimmer, it must be kept clean.
Clean the line trimmer immediately after use, remove grass trimmings and other debris
from the spool holder, guard and cooling vents.
Do not allow grass cuttings to become dry and hard on any of the line trimmer surfaces
as this directly affects cutting performance.
Storage
Once the line trimmer has been thoroughly cleaned store it in a clean, dry place out of
the reach of children.
Environmental protection
Where possible recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste.
All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling centre and
disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.
Connect
Brown to
live (L).
Connect Blue to
neutral (N)
Make sure the
cable is held by the
clamp

The product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 12 months
This does not cover the product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in
contravention of the instructions, or where the product has been subject of unauthorised
modifications or alterations, or has been the subject of commercial use
In the event of a problem with the product within the guarantee period please return it to
your nearest Argos store.
If the item is shown to have an inherent defect present at the time of sale, the store will
provide you with a replacement.
Your statutory rights remain unaffected.
Guarantor; Argos Ltd, MK9 2NW
InstructionsInstructions
Guarantee
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Declaration of Conformity
We, Importer
Argos Limited
Avebury,
489-499 Avebury Boulevard
Saxon Gate West,
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2 NW
declare that the product
M1G-ZP-250 (730/3229 , 721/8314)
Challenge Xtreme 350W Grass Trimmer
Complies with the essential health and safety requirements of the following directives:
89/336 EEC - EMC Directive.
73/23 EEC - Low Voltage Directive.
93/68 EEC - CE Marking Directive
98/37 EC - Machinery Directive
2000/14/EC - Noise emission in the environment by equipment for use outdoors Directive.
- Conformity assessment procedure as per AnnexVI.
-MeasuredSound PowerLevel ( 91.9dB(A))
- Declared Guaranteed Sound Power Level ( 96dB(A) )
Standards and technical specifications referred to:
EN 60335-1 : 2002
EN 60335-2-91 : 2003
EN 786 : 1996 + A1:2001
EN 55014-1 : 2000
EN 55014-2 : 1997
EN 61000-3-3웛1995
EN 61000-3-2웛2000
ISO 11094 : 1991
EN ISO 3744 : 1995
Authorised Signatory
Date: 04/11/04
Signature:
Name: Andrew Oultram
Argos MTS&Q Manager
(EC conformity mark)
2003
DoC 4125a
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