Gtech SLM50 User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
Original Instructions
Small Lawnmower
Model number: SLM50
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.
WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be observed when
using an electrical appliance to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or
serious injury.
Personal Safety:
•Only use the mower on grass and lawns,
as described in this manual.
• Keep out of reach of children and
animals at all times.
• Only use in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not use while there are other people,
especially children, nearby.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating the
mower.
• Do not use the mower while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. This may result in
serious personal injury.
• Always be aware of your surroundings
and stay alert for possible hazards.
• Use protective personal equipment
such as safety glasses, non-skid safety
shoes, sturdy gloves to reduce the risk
of personal injury.
• Do not operate when barefoot or
wearing open toed shoes.
• Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery and keep hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes
or in slippery conditions.
• Do not use on excessively steep slopes.
• Take particular care when reversing with the
mower or pulling it towards you.
• Never touch the rotating blade.
• Never operate the mower over gravel,
as this risks flicking stones.
• Check the area where the mower is to
be used and remove any objects that
could jam or be thrown by the mower,
such as stones and sticks.
• Avoid operating the mower on wet
grass.
• Never operate the mower with
damaged guards or without the guards
in place.
• Visually check the cutting tools and their
fasteners for any damage before each
use.
• To prevent imbalance, any damaged or
worn-out parts should be replaced.
• When operating the mower ensure that
your hand is correctly positioned on the
handle.
• Only start the mower when your feet are a
safe distance from the cutting blade.
• Do not tilt the mower when starting the
motor.
• Do not operate the mower if it is
incomplete or has unauthorised
modifications.
• Keep all body parts, especially hands
and feet, away from the blade at all
times.
• Warning, the blade will continue to
move aer the motor is switched off.
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• Ensure that the blade has fully stopped
and safety key has been removed before:
- leaving the mower
- clearing a blockage
- adjusting the cutting height
- liing or carrying the mower
- tilting the mower to move
- checking or cleaning the mower
- carrying out any maintenance
• If the mower vibrates intensively, stop
the motor fully and identify the cause.
• The operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people at
their property.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience or knowledge.
• Never modify the mower in any way.
Electrical safety:
• Do not operate the mower in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Mowers create sparks, which may ignite
the dust and fumes.
• Do not use the mower when a
thunderstorm is approaching.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose the mower to rain or wet
conditions.
• Do not handle the charger or the mower
with wet hands.
• Before charging check the power
supply and charger cables for signs of
damage or ageing.
• Do not expose the mower to
temperatures exceeding 80ºC, or leave
the mower in direct sunlight or in the hot
boot of a car for prolonged periods.
Battery safety:
• Do not attempt to use the charger with
any other product or to charge this
product with any other charger.
• Do not use the charger in moist or wet
conditions or outdoors.
• Disconnect the cable connectors by
pulling the plug only, never the charger.
• Do not use a damaged charger.
• Never cover the ventilation slots.
• Never open the charger. In case of
defect, contact Gtech.
• This product contains Li-Ion batteries.
Do not incinerate batteries or expose
to high temperatures, as they may
explode.
• Do not charge the battery when the
surrounding air temperature or the
battery pack is below 0°C or above 40°C.
• Aer heavy use or in high temperatures
the battery may become warm. Allow
the product to cool for 30 minutes
before charging.
• Use only with the battery pack supplied.
• Leaks from battery cells can occur under
extreme conditions. If the liquid gets on
your skin wash immediately with soap
and water. If the liquid gets into your
eyes, flush them immediately with cold
water for a minimum of 10 minutes and
seek urgent medical attention.
• Protect the battery against excessive
temperatures and fire.
• Do not store the battery outside for
prolonged periods of time over the
winter months.
• Do not dispose of the battery
pack into household waste, fire or
water. The battery pack should be
collected, recycled or disposed of in
an environmentally friendly manner.
Discharge your battery pack by
operating your Lawn Mower.
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Remove the battery pack from the
housing and cover the battery pack
connections with heavy duty ventilation
tape to prevent a short circuit and
energy discharge. Do not attempt to
open or remove any of the components.
• Remove the battery and charger from
the mains when fully charged.
• Unplug the charger from the mains and
battery when fully charged.
Service:
• Do not use the mower if the switch does
not turn on or off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled by the switch is
dangerous and must be removed or
replaced.
• Before any servicing and cleaning
take out the safety key and remove the
battery.
• Check all visible fixing screws and nuts,
especially on the cutter bar, to ensure
they are tightened properly.
• Do not keep the mower in a damp
room.
• Before using the the mower and aer
any impact, check for signs of wear
and damage and repair or replace as
necessary.
• Use only genuine replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the the
mower is maintained.
• Do not attempt to repair any damaged
parts on the mower unless you are
qualified to do so.
• Please contact Gtech on 01905 345891
if you have any queries about your
product.
Intended Use:
• This product is intended for DOMESTIC
USE ONLY.
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Warning Label Descriptions
• Please read this manual carefully. Familiarise yourself thoroughly with the controls and
proper use of this machine. You should know how the machine works and how to
immediately switch it off.
• Never let children use this mower. Never let adults work with this mower if not
properly trained.
• Do not let any persons, especially small children, or pets near you while mowing.
• Take care not to slip or fall while mowing.
Warning/Caution. Remove safety key before servicing
and cleaning.
Beware of servering toes or hands.
Do not put hands or feet near a rotat-
ing blade.
Switch off.
Remove the battery before
maintenance.
Read the instruction manual. Keep bystanders at a safe distance (at
least 5m).
Caution: Wait until blades stop rotat-
ing when switched off.
Always keep the lawnmower on the
ground when mowing.
Tilting or liing the lawnmower may
cause stones to be thrown out.
Do not mow in the rain or leave the
lawnmower outdoors while raining. Guaranteed Sound Power Level
L WA
96dB
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What’s in the box
Accessory only Full product
also includes:
2
3
4
1Mower unit
Charger
Battery
Handle
Make a note of your product serial number code for future reference. You can find this
behind the handle on the body of the mower.
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Nick Grey – Inventor, owner of Gtech
Thank you for choosing Gtech
“Welcome to the Gtech family. I started Gtech to create sensible, easy
to use products that do a great job, and hope you get many years of
trouble-free performance from your new product.”
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Insert the handle into the mower main unit,
ensuring it is the right way up.
When the pole is fully inserted, the button (1)
will pop up into the aperture (2).
Insert the battery which will click into place.
The shapes need to match
or the handle will not fit.
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back view
Assembly
Push the green button to adjust the handle to
suit your requirements.
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The mower will not work without the safety
key. Rotate it 90º clockwise to operate.
The safety key
Operation
The safety key can be removed and stored out
of reach of children.
Push and hold the safety button on either side,
then press the trigger to operate.
When you release the trigger the mower will
stop.
2
1
safety
button
trigger
safety button
located both sides
WARNING: to reduce risk of injury remove the safety key when the mower is not in use,
being transported, handled or stored, or carrying out any maintenance.
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On
Off
Push the mower along as you walk behind it. When the handle is pushed forwards the
motor will cut out as a safety feature. This is
also the “parking” position for the mower.
The mower has a safety cut-out feature when
the handle is in parking mode.
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50mm
40mm
There are two cutting heights. To change from
one to the other, engage the safety switch and
remove the battery, then turn the mower over.
Pull the axle away from the blade and guide it
into the other position.
The spring will keep the axle in position.
The cutting heights are 40mm and 50mm. Ensure both wheels on both axes are on the
same setting.
Adjusting the cutting height
WARNING: to reduce risk of personal injury, wait for the blade to stop rotating and
remove the safety key and battery before adjusting the cutting height.
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Removing the battery for charging
Press both buttons at the same time and pull to remove the battery.
1
1
2
Checking the battery charge status
Press the button to check how much charge
there is in the battery.
The number of lit LEDs shows the charge.
100%
- 60%
60%
- 30%
30%
-10%
10%
- 1%
Figures are approximate.
When there is no charge le, the final LED will
flash for 10 seconds and then go out.
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Charging the battery
Plug the charger into an ordinary plug socket.
While charging the LEDs will progressively
pulse until all four are lit.
The battery can be charged from flat in 4
hours. The state of charge indicator
will show 4 solid green lights when it is
charged.
Connect the charger to the battery where
indicated.
4
hours
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To remove the handle, first remove the battery
then press the button at the back of the lower
part of the handle.
Then pull the handle out.
Disassembly
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Product Care
To ensure that your product gives you long and reliable service, carry out the following
maintenance regularly:
• Check for obvious defects such as a loose, dislodged, worn or damaged blade, loose fixings
and worn, damaged, or loose parts.
• Check that any covers and guards are correctly fitted and undamaged.
• Always clean the cutting blade aer use and apply a lubricating oil or spray before storage.
• Before use, check the condition of the cutting edges of the blade and ensure the blade fixings
are secure.
• Do not use water, solvents or polishes to clean the mower. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
• Do not use abrasive materials to clean the product, and do not immerse it in water.
• Store it in a secure, dry place, out of reach of children. Do not expose to moisture.
PLEASE NOTE: if the product needs to be repaired or replaced, only use replacement parts
supplied by the manufacturer.
Spare parts can be purchased from Grey Technology Ltd.
Tel: [phone]
Web: www.gtech.co.uk/support
Wear protective gloves when handling, cleaning or replacing the blade.
To reduce the risk of injury ensure that safety key and battery is removed when the mower
is not in use, being transported, handled or stored.
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Troubleshooting
Motor not running 1. Charge battery
2. Check safety key is inserted and switched on
3. Check switch operation
It will click if operating correctly.
Irregular running/machine
vibrating strongly
1. Blade may be defective
2. Blade may be loose
3. Check the blade is fitted and nut is tightened.
4. Check if any obstacle is preventing normal
rotation of the blade.
Struggling to cut/jamming 1. Push the mower more slowly
2. Raise the cutting height
3. Check for a build-up of grass
4. Blade may be blunt
Cutting blade will not cut 1. Blade is either worn or damaged.
2. Replace blade
Cutting time has reduced 1. Use a lighter cutting action and cut in several stages.
2. Fully discharge and recharge battery.
3. Replace blade.
Mower stops when cutting 1. Handle may be in “park” position.
2. Charge battery.
Trimmer stops when cutting.
LEDs show solid red
1. The mower is overloaded.
2. Check blade and remove any debris.
3. Grass too thick – use lighter cutting action/ raise
height setting.
4. Push the mower more slowly.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Voltage 18V
Battery capacity 2.0 Ah Li-Ion
Blade speed 5200 rpm
Charge time 4 hour
Cutting Width 250mm
Protection type IPX 4
Measured sound power level 84.5 dB (A); K= 1.98 dB (A)
Guranteed sound power level 96 db(A)
Sound pressure level 72.8 dB (A); K= 3 dB (A)
Vibration Front handle: 1.559 m/s2
Rear handle: 1.049 m/s2
K= 1.5 m/s2
Weight 2.5kg (chassis only)
Charger Input 100-240V~, 50/60Hz, 0.35A
Charger Output 21.6V DC----500mA 10.8W
[e-mail] chat supportOnline How to Videos
Product support
If these initial tips do not solve your problem we please visit our support area where you can find
troubleshooting help including online manuals, FAQs and how-to-videos, as well as genuine
spares and replacement parts compatible with your product.
Visit: www.gtech.co.uk/support
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The symbol indicates that this product is covered by legislation for waste electrical and
electronic products (Directive 2012/19/EU))
When the product has reached the end of its life please do not dispose of it with general
household waste. Consider the environment and take it to a recognised recycling facility.
The product contains a Li-Ion battery which should not be disposed of with general household
waste. The battery should be disposed of properly with the product at a recycling facility.
Call your local council, civic amenity site, or recycling centre for information on the disposal and
recycling of electrical products.
Alternatively visit www.recycle-more.co.uk
for advice on recycling and to find your
nearest recycling facilities.
Environmental and Product Recycling
FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY
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Visit www.gtech.co.uk/warrantyregistration to register your product to ensure that we have all
the information required to provide you with quick and efficient support.
You will need your product’s serial code.
If you purchased directly from Gtech your details are already registered and your 2 year warranty
will start automatically.
If you purchased from an authorised Gtech retailer, please register your warranty within 3 months and
you will need to provide proof of purchase to support any claim against your warranty.
WARRANTY – REGISTRATION
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If your product is within its warranty and has a fault that cannot be resolved from the
troubleshooting section or online support, please do the following:
• Contact our Gtech Customer Care Helpline on UK: 08000 308 794, who will go through any
troubleshooting with you to identify the fault.
• If your fault can be resolved by a replacement part, this will be sent to you free of charge.
• Following troubleshooting, if your product needs to be replaced, we will arrange collection of
your faulty product for inspection, and delivery of a replacement product free of charge.
Your product is guaranteed against material or manufacturing faults for 2 years from the date of
purchase (or the delivery date if this is later) subject to the following terms and conditions:
WHAT ISN’T COVEREDSUMMARY
The guarantee becomes effective at
the date of purchase (or the date of
delivery if this is later). If a product
is repaired or replaced during the
warranty period, the warranty period
is not started again.
• You must provide proof of delivery/
purchase before any work can be
carried out on the product. Without
this proof, any work carried out will be
chargeable. Please keep your receipt or
delivery note.
• All work will be carried out by Gtech or
its authorised agents.
• Any parts which are replaced will
become the property of Gtech.
• The repair or replacement of your
product is under guarantee and will not
extend the period of guarantee.
• The guarantee provides benefits which
are additional to and do not affect your
statutory rights as a consumer.
Gtech does not guarantee the repair or
replacement of a product as a result of:
• Normal wear and tear (e.g. blade, batteries) .
• Accidental damage, faults caused by negligent use or lack of care
and maintenance, misuse, neglect, careless operation or handling of
the product which is not in accordance with operating manual.
• Blockages. Please refer to the operating manual for details of how to
unblock your product.
• Use of the product for anything other than the normal domestic
household purposes.
• Use of parts and accessories which are not Gtech genuine
components.
• Faulty installation (except where installed by Gtech)
• If it is modified in any way.
• Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than Gtech or its
authorised agents.
• Purchasing your product from an unofficial third party (i.e not from
Gtech or an official Gtech retailer.
• If you are in doubt as to what is covered by your guarantee, please
call the Gtech Customer Care Helpline on UK: 08000 308 794
International orders are subject to a delivery charge for both faulty and
non faulty products.
WARRANTY – TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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EC Declaration of Conformity
We, the manufacturer/ importer,
Grey Technology Ltd
Brindley Road
Warndon
Worcester
WR4 9FB, UK
declare that the following machine complies with the appropriate health and safety requirements of
the following directors based on its design and type.
In case of alteration of the machine, not agreed upon by us, this declaration will lose its validity
Product’s name / function: Cordless Lawn mower / for cutting grass.
Machine Type: SLM50
Rated voltage: 18VDC
Measured sound power level: 84.5 dB(A) K= 1.98 dB (A)
Guaranted sound power level: 96dB(A)
Notified Body: Conformity assessment method to Directive 2000/14/EC and
2005/88/EC
The EC type-examination certificate is issued by SGS
Notified body of Noise directive:
AV Technology
Unit 2 Easter Court Europa Boulevard Warrington, Cheshire,
WA5 7ZB, United Kingdom.
Notified Body number:1067
Applicable EC Directives: EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
Noise Directive 2000/14/EC and 2005/88/EC
RoHs Directive 2011/65/EU
Applicable Harmonized Standards: EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-77
EN 55014-1
EN 55014-2
EN 62321
Authorized Signature/Date/ Place: 12/5/2021
Title of Signatory: Technical Manager
Name and address of the person authorised to compile the technical file, who must be established in
the community:
Andrew Boddy
Grey Technology Ltd
Brindley Road
Warndon
Worcester
WR4 9FB
1919
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CPN4969
Grey Technology Limited
Brindley Road, Warndon, Worcester, WR4 9FB, UK
email: [e-mail]
telephone: [phone]
www.gtech.co.uk/support
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