Cobra Garden Machinery GT3024V User manual

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MODELS: GT3024V (GT-PS3035D)
Cobra Garden Machinery
Henton and Chattell Ltd., London Road, Nottingham NG2 3HW UK
www.cobragarden.co.uk
WARNING
For your ownsafety please read thismanual before attempting to operateyour new unit.
Failure to follow instructions can result in serious personal injury. Spend afew moments
to familiarize yourself with your garden tool before each use. Keep this manual inasafe
place,so that the information isavailable at all times. If you give the equipment to any
other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well.

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CONTENTS
Safety symbols..........................................................................3
Safety precautions ....................................................................3
General Safety ..........................................................................4
Description of the grass trimmer ...............................................7
TechnicalData...........................................................................7
Assembly....................................................
Starting and Operation ............................................................ 13
Maintenance and Care ...13
Troubleshooting ...14
Warranty 14
Disposal.................................................................................. 15
EC-Declaration........................................................................ 16
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1. SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols used on your tool, please study them and learn their
meaning, proper interpretation of these symbols willallowyou to operate the tool more
safely and effectively.
Caution / Warning!
Doubleinsulation
Read the Instruction
manual! Keep bystanders away
Wear hearing protection
Keep bystanders away
Before any work on the
product pull the power
plug.
Do not expose to rain
Safety precautions
When using the trimmer,the safety instructions mustbe closelyfollowed. Read this
manual carefully before starting the machine. Make sure that you knowhow to stop and
switch offthe motor incaseof an accident.All instructions regarding safety and
maintenance of the machine are for your own safety.
2. GENERALSAFETYRULES
WARNING: Read all safety warningsand all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool”in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power
tool.
2.1 WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operatepower toolsin explosive atmospheres,such as in the presence of
flammable liquids gasesor dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes
cKeep children and bystanders away while operating apower tool. Distractionscan
cause you to lose control.

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2.2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugswith earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
bAvoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,radiators,
ranges and refrigerators.There is an increased riskof electric shock if your body isearthed
or grounded.
cDo not expose power toolsto rain or wet conditions.Water entering apower toolwill
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock
e) When operating apower tool outdoors,use an extension cord suitablefor outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for out-door use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating apower tool in adamp location is unavoidable, use aresidual current device
(RCD) protected supply.Use of an RCD reducesthe risk of electric shock.
2.3 PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert,watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating apower
tool. Donot use apower tool while you are tired or under the influenceof drugs, alcohol or
medication. Amoment of distraction whileoperating power toolsmay result in serious
person al injury.
b) Usepersonal 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.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack,picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. Awrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power toolin unexpected situations.
f) Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.Keep your hair, clothing and
glovesaway from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelryor long haircan be caught in
moving parts.
g) If devicesare provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
2.4 POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer atthe rate for which it was designed.

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b) Do not usethe power tool ifthe switch does not turn it on and off. Anypower tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idlepower toolsout of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to operatethe power tool.Power tools are
dangerous in the handsof untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’soperation.If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use.Manyaccidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edgesare less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Usethe power tool, accessoriesand tool bitsetc. inaccordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the workto be performed. Use ofthe power
tool for operationsdifferent from those intended could resultin a hazardous situation.
2.5 BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. Acharger that is suitable
for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b) Usepower tools onlywith specificallydesignated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs maycreate a risk of injury and fire.
c) When the battery pack isnot inuse, keep it away from other metal objects, like
paper clips, coins, keys,nails, screws or other smallmetal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.Shorting the battery terminalstogether may
cause burnsor a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquidmay be ejected from the battery; avoid contact.If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water.If liquid contacts eyes,additionallyseek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
2.6 SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by aqualified repair person using only identical
replacementparts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
2.6.1 Grasstrimmer safety warnings
1. Keep allparts of the body away from the trimmer line. Donot removecut material nor
hold material to be cut when the head is moving. Make sure the switch is offwhen clearing
jammed material.Amomentof distraction while operating the trimmer may result in
serious personal injury.
2. Carry the trimmer by the handle. Proper handling of the trimmer willreducepossible
personal injury from the cutter blades.
3. Holdthe power tool by the insulated grip surfaces onlyto protect against potential