Garden Gear G2700 User manual

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20V Tiller Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing this
product, which has been made to
demanding high quality standards
and is guaranteed for domestic use
against manufacturing faults for a
period of 12 months from date of
purchase
After Sales Support
Call 0871 911 7031
Email
customerservice@gardengearonline
.co.uk
Product Code G2700

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For correct usage, please read these instructions carefully before first use and
store in a safe place for future reference.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations
You have made an excellent choice with the purchase of this quality Garden
Gear product.
By doing so you now have the assurance and peace of mind which comes
from purchasing a product that has been manufactured to the highest
standards, performance and safety.
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase, so this Garden
Gear product is backed by our full 12 month manufacturers guarantee
and an outstanding after sales service through our dedicated Helpline.
Register your product for an extended 2-year warranty by visiting our website
www.gardengearonline.co.uk. The product must be registered, along with
your contact information, within 30 days of purchase. For full terms and
conditions please visit our website.
We hope you enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.

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Contents
2. Introduction
3. General information and safety warnings
3. Technical specifications
5. Safety symbols and their meanings
6. Description of parts
7. Assembly Instructions
9. Instructions for use
10. Care and maintenance
10. Li-ion battery care and maintenance
12. Declaration of conformity
13. Guarantee
Safety information and general warnings
•Read these instructions fully and make sure you understand the manual
and labels affixed to the electric tiller before use.
•Wear appropriate personal protective clothing during use, including
ear defenders, safety glasses and gloves.
•Before use make sure that the tiller has been correctly assembled and
all parts and securely attached.
•Do not use if any parts are damaged, always consult a qualified repair
person.
•Do not use in wet weather, wet areas or in areas where gases or other
flammable materials are stored.
•Not suitable for use in frozen or snowy conditions.
•Keep children and pets well away from the working area.
•Tie long hair back and remove any loose jewellery before use.
•Wear a dust mask if the working environment is dusty.
•If the tiller becomes jammed during use or the motor becomes
overloaded, the motor will switch off automatically. Release the trigger
lever, disconnect from the power supply and allow to cool for at least
15 minutes. Carefully remove the foreign object before reconnecting
to the power supply and continuing your work.
•Always disconnect from the power supply when not in use or before
storing.
•Guide the tiller at a walking pace, do not over reach.
•Only use the tiller in a well-lit area.
•When not in use store in a cool dry area and out of reach of children.
•Do not use the tiller on a slope which may be too steep for safe
operation.

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•Before starting the tiller make sure that the tines are not touching any
object and are free to move.
•Keep the tiller in good clean condition.
•Do not use the tiller if you are tired or under the influence of drugs or
alcohol.
•The tiller may bounce upwards, forwards or backwards if the tines strike
extremely hard packed soil, frozen ground or buried obstacles such as
stones, roots or stumps.
•Watch what you are doing, use common sense.
•Do not operate the tiller near underground electrical cables,
telephone lines, pipes or hoses.
•If the tiller strikes a foreign object, turn it off immediately, wait for the
tines to stop and check for damage.
•If the tiller starts to vibrate abnormally, turn it off immediately and
check for the cause.
•Wear gloves and use caution when cleaning or performing
maintenance on the tiller.
•Tines do not stop immediately after the tiller is turned off.
•Do not put hands, feet any body part or clothing near the rotating
tines.
•The product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product by a person responsible for their safety.
•This appliance is approved solely for use in accordance with the
description and safety instructions specified in this user manual.
•Please note that our equipment has not been designed for
commercial, trade or industrial use.
•Do not attempt to modify the product or use accessories. Any such
modification or misuse could result in a hazardous condition leading to
serious injury.
•If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate until the parts are
replaced.
Technical specifications
20V
No load speed: 200 min-1
1.5Ah Battery

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Safety symbols and explanations
Read the instruction manual completely before using the power
tool.
The product should not be disposed of with other household
waste. Follow the disposal instructions within the instruction
manual.
WARNING! The following warning symbols are displayed on the
appliance to remind you of the safety precautions you should
take when operating it.
WARNING! Keep all persons, especially children and domestic
animals, at a safe distance of at least 15 metres when operating
machinery.
WARNING! Dangerous feed orifice. Keep hands and feet out of
the openings while the machine is running and wait until moving
parts have stopped moving.
With this symbol the manufacturer confirms that this power tool is
in accordance with applicable European Directives.
Do not expose to rain.
Be careful.
Wear protective equipment. Always wear safety glasses or a face
shield, hearing protection and a safety helmet.
Sharp blades. Keep hands and feet away from blades.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear safety footwear.
Sound level indicated by LWA in dB.
Beware of feet near blades.
Beware of flying objects.