Erbauer EGT18-Li User manual

EGT18-Li
MNL_EGT18-Li_EN_V04_BX220IM_220506
EAN. 5059340486581
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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Product description
Safety instructions
Assembly
Use
Care & maintenance
Guarantee
Declaration of Conformity

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WARNING! Please read all safety warnings carefully and be sure
that they are fully understood before handling the tool.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1. Lock-Off Button
2. On/off switch trigger
3. Adjustable front handle
4. Hinge and coupler
5. Lower shaft
6. Safety Guard
7. Trimmer Line
8. Trimmer Head
9. Line-cutting Blade
10. Bump knob
11. Battery pack
12. Power bar button
13. Battery pack release button*
14. Main handle
15. Hex key

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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N1 11 cm

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, re 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.”
WORK AREA SAFETY
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of ammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. 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. Unmodied plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

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c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will 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 cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use
of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool
while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as a 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 nger 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. A wrench 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 tool in
unexpected situations.

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f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewellery or longhair can be caught in moving parts.
g. If
devices are 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.
h. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools
allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a
fraction of a second.
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 at the rate for which it was designed.
b. 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.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
battery pack, if detachable, 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 idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power
tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.

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f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and
are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
h. 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.
– If the appliance is to be stored unused for a long period, the batteries
should be removed;
– The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a. Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of re when used with another battery
pack.
b. Use power tools only with specically designated battery
packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and re.
c. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects, that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause burns or a re.
d. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.

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e. Do
not use battery pack or tool that is damaged or modied.
Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behaviour resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury.
f. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or excessive
temperature. Exposure to re or temperature above 130 °C
may cause explosion.
g. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
SERVICE
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b. Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery
packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or
authorized service providers.
ELECTRICALLY POWERED GRASS TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING! When using the product the safety rules must
be followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders
please read these instructions before operating the product.
Please keep the instructions safe for later use.
TRAINING
a. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the product.

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b. Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or
people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine,
local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
c. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
PREPARATION
a. Never operate the product while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
b. Wear eye protection and stout shoes and long trousers at all
times while operating the product.
c. Before use, always visually inspect the machine for damaged,
missing or misplaced guards or shields.
OPERATION
a. Avoid using the machine in bad weather conditions especially
when there is a risk of lightning.
b. Use the product only in daylight or good articial light.
c. Never operate the product with damaged guards or shields or
without guards or shields in place.
d. Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are away
from the cutting means.
e. Before using the product and after any impact, check for signs
of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
f. Always disconnect the product from the power supply (i. e.
remove the plug from the power supply or the battery pack)
• whenever leaving the product unattended;
• before clearing a blockage;
• before checking, cleaning or working on the product;
• after striking a foreign object;
• whenever the product starts vibrating abnormally.

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g. Take care against injury to feet and hands from the cutting
device.
h. Always ensure that the air vents are kept clear of debris.
i. Take care against injury from any device tted for trimming the
lament line length, if applicable. After extending new cutter
line always return the product to its normal operating position
before switching on.
j. Never t metal cutting elements.
k. Never use replacement parts or accessories not provided or
recommended by the manufacturer.
l. Do not overreach and to keep the balance at all times, always
be sure of the footing on slopes and to walk, never run.
m. Do not to touch moving hazardous parts before the battery
pack is removed and the moving hazardous parts have come to
a complete stop.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
a. Disconnect the product from the power supply (i.e. remove the
plug from the power supply or the battery pack) before carrying
out maintenance or cleaning work.
b. Use only the manufacturer's recommended replacement parts
and accessories.
c. Inspect and maintain the product regularly. Have the product
repaired only by an authorised service centre or similar qualied
specialist.
d. When not in use, store the product out of the reach of children
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY
a. Do not connect the positive terminal and negative terminal of
the battery to each other with any metal object (such as wire).
b. Do not carry or store battery together with necklaces, hairpins
or other metal objects.
c. Do not pierce the battery with nails, strike the battery with a

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hammer, step on the battery or otherwise subject it to strong
impacts or shocks.
d. Do not solder directly onto the battery.
e. Do not expose battery to water or salt water, or allow the
battery to get wet.
f. Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
g. Do not place the battery in or near re, on stoves or other
high temperature locations. Do not place the battery in direct
sunlight, or use or store the battery inside cars in hot weather.
h. Do not place the battery in microwave ovens, high-pressure
containers or on induction cookware.
i. If you intend to store a battery for a period without use then store
battery at room temperature (19°C to 25°C), charged to about
30 – 50% of capacity. When storing for very long periods boost
charge the battery once per year to prevent over discharge.
VIBRATION AND NOISE REDUCTION
To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission, limit the time
of operation, use low-vibration and low-noise operating modes as
well as wear personal protective equipment.
Take the following points into account to minimize the vibration and
noise exposure risks:
a. Only use the product as intended by its design and these
instructions.
b. Ensure that the product is in good condition and well maintained.
c. Use correct cutting attachments for the product and ensure
they in good condition.
d. Keep tight grip on the handles/grip surface.
e. Maintain this product in accordance with these instructions and
keep it well lubricated (where appropriate).
f. Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use
across a longer period of time.

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EMERGENCY
Familiarise yourself with the use of this product by means of this
instruction manual. Memorise the safety directions and follow them
to the letter. This will help to prevent risks and hazards.
a. Always be alert when using this product, so that you can
recognise and handle risks early. Fast intervention can prevent
serious injury and damage to property.
b. Switch off and disconnect from the power supply if there
are malfunctions. Have the garden power tool checked by a
qualied professional and repaired, if necessary, before you
operate it again.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the
safety requirements, potential risks of injury and damage remain.
The following dangers can arise in connection with the structure
and design of this product:
a. Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the product
is being used over long periods of time or not adequately
managed and properly maintained.
b. Injuries and damage to property due to broken cutting
attachments or the sudden impact of hidden objects during use.
c. Danger of injury and property damage caused by ying objects.
WARNING! This product produces an electromagnetic eld
during operation! This eld may under some circumstances
interfere with active or passive medical implants! To reduce
the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons
with medical implants to consult their doctor and the
medical implant manufacturer before operating this product!

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ASSEMBLY
01 UNPACKING
• Unpack all parts and lay them on a at, stable surface.
• Remove all packing materials and shipping devices, if applicable.
• Make sure the delivery contents are complete and free of any damage. If you nd that parts
are missing or show damage do not use the product but contact your dealer. Using an
incomplete or damaged product represents a hazard to people and property.
• Ensure that you have all the accessories and tools needed for assembly and operation.
This also includes suitable personal protective equipment
WARNING! The product and the packaging are not children’s toys!
Children must not play with plastic bags, sheets and small parts! There is a
danger of choking and suffocation!
02 ASSEMBLY
WARNING! The product must be fully assembled before operation! Do
not use a product that is only partly assembled or assembled with damaged
parts! Follow the assembly instructions step-by-step and use the pictures
provided as a visual guide to easily assemble the product!
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not
recommended for use with this Line trimmer. Any such alteration or
modication is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to
possible serious personal injury.
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury,
always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.
UNFOLDING THE SHAFT (FIG. A1, A2)
WARNING! In order to avoid pinching your hands or ngers, do not
hold the shaft at the joints.

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WARNING! Do not attempt to start the trimmer until the shaft has been
locked.
WARNING! Always remove the battery pack from the product when you
are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is
not in use.
Put your trimmer on the ground and carefully unfold the lower shaft (5). Make sure that
the cable is inside the shaft so that it will not be pinched when closing the joints (Fig. A1).
Use the hex key provided to lock the shaft with the two short bolts (Fig. A2).
MOUNTING THE GUARD (FIG. B)
WARNING! Always wear gloves when mounting or replacing the guard.
Be careful of the blade on the guard and protect your hands from being
injured by the blade.
WARNING! Always remove the battery pack from the product when you
are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is
not in use.
Lift the trimmer head (8) and face it downward; slide the guard into the channels on the
trimmer head ensuring that the mounting holes align. Make sure that the internal surface
of the guard faces towards the trimmer head (Fig. B).
Lock the guard in place with the screws supplied.
MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE FRONT HANDLE (FIG. C)
WARNING! Always remove the battery pack from the product when you
are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is
not in use.
Push the front handle (3) onto the shaft, mount the lock bolt, and tighten it by using the
wing nut (Fig. C). Adjust the front handle position to make sure your front arm is straight
when using the trimmer before you x the handle rmly.
NOTE: The front handle should be turned upwards to point toward the
top of the handle.

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WARNING! The tool cannot be used without the front handle reliably
xed.
CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK
The battery has been shipped in a low charge condition. Charge it fully before rst use.
Refer to the charger instruction manual for the details.
TO REMOVE OR INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK (D1, D2)
Depress the battery pack release button (13) to release and slide the battery pack (11)
out from your tool.
After recharge, slide it back into your tool. A simple push and slight pressure will be
sufcient.
BATTERY PACK POWER BAR
The Li-Ion battery pack (11) is equipped with a POWER BAR which is used to give an
indication of the battery pack’s remaining charge. Press the POWER BAR button (12) to
check battery charge as below. The LED will stay lit for approximately 5 seconds.
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76-100% Charge
51-75% Charge
26-50% Charge
5-25% Charge
under 5% Charge
Flash On Off

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USE
01 INTENDED USE
This 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.g. pasture grass, or to shred leaves.
NOTE: The trimmer head is parallel to the ground at a proper cutting
distance without operator bending over (E).
STARTING/STOPPING THE LINE TRIMMER(FIG. F)
To Start
Press the lock-off button(2) then depress the on/off switch(1) (Fig. F). Different pressure on the
on/off switch results in variable rotating speed of the cutting line. More pressure, higher speed.
To Stop
Release the lock-off button and the on/off switch.
NOTE: The motor runs only when the lock-off button and on/off switch
are both pressed.
WARNING! Always remove the battery pack from the line trimmer
during work breaks and after nishing work.
ADJUSTING CUTTING LINE LENGTH(FIG. G)
The bump head allows the operator to release more cutting line without stopping the
motor. As line becomes frayed or worn, additional line can be released by lightly tapping
the bump knob(10) on the ground while operating the trimmer.
NOTE: Line release will become more difcult as the cutting line
becomes shorter.