Garden Groom Midi User manual

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Troubleshooting
Problem Action
Machine start -Check the machine is plugged in to a live supply.
- Check that the waste container or volume bag extension tube is correctly
attached, remove and refit to be sure.
-Check that you are pressing both main switch and front switch
ensuring safety switch has released main switch
-Check fuse.
-Contact helpline.
-Return to dealer.
Machine does not collect -Check collection box is not full.
-Check volume bag hose (accessory) is not blocked.
-Check exhaust is not blocked.
Note: The percentage of collection will vary
on the condition and type of hedge being cut.
Damage to static or rotary blade -Unplug the machine immediately.
-Contact the supplier.
Explanation of Safety Symbols
Explanation Symbol
Read operators manual.
Remove plug from the mains before maintenance or if cable is damaged or cut.
Keep bystanders away.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting blades.
Do not use in the rain or in wet conditions.
Model no. GG10
Input Voltage 230V~
50Hz
Rated Power (Watts) 300W
No Load Speed (rpm) 3400/min
Class II Appliance
Complies with European and British safety and EMC regulations
Noise levels : Sound pressure level: 82 dB(A),Sound Power Level:
97 dB(A),Vibration level is 4.04 m/s2.
CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
Defects
Please retain your receipt! If this product is, or becomes defective, please return it to the place
of purchase along with your till receipt.
Contacting Us
If you experience any difficulties in using this product, please write to us at the address below.
JML House, Regis Road, London, NW5 3EG, [e-mail]#j`Freephone 0800 781 7831
Shop online at www.JMLdirect.com
Product Code: V0734, ©JohnMillsLtd/LH/05.09/AL/A
Safety Hedge Trimmer
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Instruction Manual

al years ago Gr aham Wilson,
a retired engineer was cutting hedges
in his garden. After a long hard day, he
said to himself there must be an easier
and safer way to do this job!!
So he set about trying to solve the
problems that all gardeners face when
they venture out to cut their hedges.
At first it started out as a hobby, but
the more Graham got closer to solving
the problems, the more determined he
was to see the job through. In 2000,
he received a number of UK government
grants for safety and innovation, which
helped him fund the initial stages of the
project. He then approached a number
of leading garden tool manufacturers,
with a view to them taking on his
invention. Without exception they
all rejected his concept.
Graham however, was determined
to see his vision through. He was
convinced he had a concept that would
dramatically benefit gardeners around
the world, that concept would change
a potentially dangerous and time
consuming chore, into a far more
pleasant and safe gardening function.
To achieve his goal Graham needed
to raise substantial funds and in 1999,
and background
at the age of 53, he re-mortgaged his
home and ploughed all of his savings
into the development of his invention.
Years on and after spending a small
fortune on development, manufacturing
and patent costs and with many
disappointments and rejections along
the way, Graham has succeeded in
introducing the GARDEN GROOM to
gardeners around the world.
He has truly solved the problems
associated with hedge trimming and
with the GARDEN GROOM has presented
a unique product that cuts, shreds and
captures the majority of waste material
and with its concealed blade, makes
it virtually impossible to cut the
mains cable.
Great ideas are always worth fighting for!
Thanks Graham.
Graham Wilson - Inventor and Chairman of Garden Groom
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History
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Garden Groom Midi Volume Bag Instructions
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Your Volume bag Attachment
The volume bag attachment is supplied fully assembled,
(see fig. 1)
Check the assembly for damage and ensure all the component
parts are in perfect condition and firmly connected together
before proceeding.
Preparing your Volume Bag
Lay the hose, extension tube and bag out in a straight line
adjacent to the hedge to be trimmed, positioning the bag
behind the anticipated direction of progress. Ensure the hose
is not twisted and the bag is sitting square on its flat base.
Attach the extension tube (Fig.2) to your Garden Groom Midi
as illustrated (Fig.3), by offering the inlet of the tube to the
exhaust of the Groom. Lift the back of the tube up to the
underside of the machine, ensuring the interlock peg is
aligned with the interlock switch, in the same way as the
conventional container
Secure the tube with the retaining clip.
Plug your Garden Groom Midi into the mains electrical supply
and switch on.
Your Garden Groom Midi should now be ready for use. If however
it does not operate, check the interlock peg is correctly aligned
with the switch and the retaining clip is firmly in place. If the
problem persists, refer to the Troubleshooting page at the back of
the Garden Groom Midi manual.
Use of your Volume Bag Attachment
Start up the Groom in the normal manor by operating the
main switch and the front switch, ensuring the safety switch is
released on the rear handle. The flexible hose and volume bag
will inflate, providing a clear passage for the debris to flow from
the Groom exhaust to the bag.
As progress is made, to avoid any restriction of movement
and strain on the tube/hose coupling, occasionally pull the
bag along by the hose in advance of the cutting location.
During use, minor kinking of the hose is acceptable, however,
ensure the tube is not twisted, as this will restrict the flow of
waste material.
It will be necessary to periodically shake the debris down
the hose to ensure smooth conveyance of material into the
volume bag.
When the bag is sufficiently full, unzip the flap at the rear end and
pour the shredded material into an appropriate receptacle or onto
a compost area.
Working from a ladder
When working from a ladder, always ensure it is stable on solid
ground and never overreach.
Take care when positioning the ladder there is sufficient freedom
of movement for the mains cable and the flexible tube.
Always ensure the position of the ladder, bag and hose do not
cause a potential tripping hazard or create any restriction of
movement during the hedge trimming operation.
Storage
Ensure the tube, hose and bag are completely free of waste
material before storing away.
Store in a dry clear place free of hazards that could cause
damage to any of the component parts.
Safety
Check periodically there are no breaks or damage to the
volume bag assembly.
The Garden Groom Midi should never be used without the
extension tube or hose in position.
Never insert your hand up the extension tube.
Warning
Always unplug your Garden Groom Midi from the mains electrical
supply before carrying out any mainteneance.
Damage
The three component parts of the Volume Bag Attachment have
been designed for easy detachment. If the extension tube is
damaged simply detach the hose by untying the cord.
If the hose is damaged unzip the coupling at the bag
and untie the extension tube. For volume bag damage
simply unzip the hose.
Always wear
protective eyewear

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Instruction Manual
Your Garden Groom Midi will operate when the
main switch and the front switch located on
the front handle are depressed. To operate
the main switch, push forward the safety
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Move the Garden Groom Midi in a sweeping
pendulum motion from side to side. The flat
underside of the Garden Groom Midi provides
a natural guide, so the most inexperienced
gardener can achieve excellent results.
TIP: The Garden Groom Midi has been designed
to cut growth of up to 1 year in age, 10mm
in diameter. Use on heavier material may
result in damage to the machine.
Move the Garden Groom Midi in a vertical sweeping action, ensuring the flat underside of the
machine is level with the surface of the hedge. TIP: For a tighter professional finish, bury
the head of the machine into the hedge, to the desired depth, working the machine upwards.
See fig.2 (below). To trim long stalks growing parallel with the surface of the hedge, move
the head down in the opposite direction to the growth (fig.3)
Please note: The capture rate of material is reduced using this able of cut.

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1st Pass
2nd Pass
3rd and
final
Pass
Desired
Level
In some circumstances you may wish to adopt a vertical technique (see fig.2 below),
bringing the Garden Groom down onto the growth in a vertical action.
Fig.1
Fig.2
The Garden Groom Midi has been designed to
trim hedge growth of 150mm or less. However,
it will trim exceptionally long growth, but this
operation will inevitably result in a lower rate
of capture (on vertical cuts only),due to the
sheer dynamics and volume of material to be
managed.
4. TRIMMING EXTRA LONG GROWTH
To trim exceptionally long growth (within
the recommended cutting diameters),
we advise the following techniques:
Trim the growth in several stages
(see fig.1 below) layering down,
until you arrive at the desired level.
Tip:
We strongly recommend regular use
of the Garden Groom Midi, which will
produce exceptional performance,
speed of operation and ensure
professional results.
Action
Fig.2

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1. Keep work area clean.
- Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment.
- Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in
damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use power
tools where there is risk to cause fire or explosion.
3. Guard against electric shock.
- Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
(e.g. pipes, fence posts, electrical installations).
We recommend the use of a Residual Current Device (RCD)
4. Keep children away.
- Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from area.
5. Store idle tools.
- When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
high or locked up place, out of reach of children.
6. Do not force the tool.
- It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it is intended.
7. Use the right tool.
- Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of
a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes not intended;
for example do not use the Garden Groom to trim lawns.
8. Dress properly.
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery; they may be caught in
moving parts. Gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use safety glasses.
- Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
10. Do not abuse the cord.
11. Do not overreach.
- Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12.
- Keep cutting tools clean for better and safer performance.
Inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged
it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, or its service agent, or a
similar qualified person
. Inspect extension cords periodically
and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.
- Always ensure all handles and guards are fitted, when using
the tool"
- Never attempt to use an incomplete machine, or one fitted
with an unauthorised modification.
- Keep cord away from cutting area.
- When not in use, before servicing and when cleaning the blade
ensure the Garden Groom Midi is turned off and UNPLUGGED FROM
13. Avoid unintentional starting.
- Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch.
Ensure switch is off when plugging in.
14. Use outdoor extension leads.
- Use only extension cords intended for outdoor use.
15. Stay alert.
- Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.
16. Check damaged parts.
- Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that
is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service centre unless
otherwise indicated in this instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not use
the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
17. Warning
- The use of any accessory or attachment, other than those
recommended in this instruction manual, may present a risk
of personal injury.
18. Repair
Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
- This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualified persons using original spare parts; otherwise this may result
in considerable danger to the user.
19. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating blade.
20. Stop the tool when crossing surfaces other than hedges
and when transporting the tool to and from the area to be cut.
21. Never operate the Garden Groom Midi without the container
or fully assembled volume bag attachment
22. The operator is responsible for accidents and hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
23. Never tape switches.
24. Never use the Garden Groom at eye level.
25. Always use ladders or a platform when working
over head height.
26. Do not start the machine in situ. i.e buried in hedge.
WARNING: Before operating the Garden Groom Midi,
read this manual and follow all safety and
Operating Instructions.
SAVE THIS MANUAL for future re
Safe use of Your Garden Groom
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- Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the
socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
Regular maintenance, replacement, sharpening:
- Check cutting blades regularly for damage, and if
damaged repair arrange for immediately
- Check cable for damage before starting work and replace if
necessary.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or
its service agent.
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- Supply cable is of H05VV-F 2x1.0mm2with 16A VDE plug
- Use extension cable with a capacity of 16A or more
- plug in 230V~ 50Hz VDE socket only
Container
Clip
Container
Clip
Interlock
Switch
Container
Clip
Interlock
Peg
Waste
Container
6. VOLUME BAG ATTACHMENT
For larger areas of hedge growth, a volume
bag attachment has been developed.
This accessory has a specifically
refined container fixed to an exhaust
hose and volume bag attachment
and is fitted in the same manner
as the standard container.
TIP: It is necessary to periodically
shake the debris down the hose
to ensure smooth conveyance of waste
material into the volume bag. When full,
detach/unzip from hose and empty into
chosen receptacle.
Extension
Tube
Tube
Coupling
Flexible
Extension
Hose
Volume Bag
Coupling
Waste
Volume
Bag
For speed of operation, simply hold the Garden Groom Midi by
the front handle, unclip and withdraw the container from the
main body and deposit the waste material into an appropriate
receptacle. To re-engage, push the front of the container
over the exhaust, raise the rear of the container, ensuring
alignment with clip, push clip forward with palm of hand
to lock. Note: The interlock peg MUST be connected to
the interlock switch for the machine to function.
ference.
“Midi”
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5. EMPTYING CONTAINER