User manual BOSCH ART 23 EASYTRIM

[. . . ] Do not work in the rain or leave the trimmer outdoors whilst it is raining. S Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or shields or without guards or shields in position. s Before use check the supply and extension cord for signs of damage or ageing. If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply immediately. [. . . ] The product is intended for the cutting of grass and weeds under bushes, as well as on slopes and edges that can not be reached with the lawn mower. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 On/Off switch Handle Handle wing nut Adjustable handle Adjusting collar Shaft Trimmer head Ventilation slots Plant protector (ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM only) Cutting guard Wheels (ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM only) Foot pedal for head angle adjustment Extra Strong Line Extra Strong Line spool Mains plug** Serial Number This manual gives instructions on the correct assembly and safe use of your machine. Carefully remove the machine from its packaging and check that you have all the following items: ­ Line trimmer ­ Cutting guard ­ Adjustable handle (fitted) ­ Wheels (ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM only) ­ Plant protector (ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM only) ­ Extra Strong Line ­ Operating instructions When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer. Switch off, remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged or entangled. The cutting line continues to rotate for a few seconds after the trimmer is switched off. Electrical Safety Your machine is double insulated for safety and requires no earth connection. It is recommended for increased electrical safety to use a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA. WARNING: For safety, it is essential that the mains plug 15 attached to the product is fitted to the power supply cable 17. The couplings of connection leads must be protected against splashes and the coupling sockets on the leads must be made of rubber or coated with rubber. The connection lead must be inspected for signs of damage at regular intervals and may only be used if in perfect condition. if the supply cord is damaged , it must be replaced by a Bosch Service Centre. For better control use the plant protector 9 (ART 30/ 3000 COMBITRIM only ­ available as an accessory for ART 23/26/2300/2600 COMBITRIM) as a guide. K Cutting Around Trees and Bushes Carefully cut around trees and bushes so that they do not come into contact with the cutting line. For better control use adjustable handle 4 and use the plant protector 9 (ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM only ­ available as an accessory for ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM). Thread the line of the new/refilled spool through the eyehole 22 and place the spool in the spool cover 21. Place spool with cover 21 on the spool plate in the correct position (bayonet fastening), press down and turn fully clockwise (click). L While operating the trimmer press the ground or a solid surface, then release (necessary pressure approx. Place the Extra Strong Line spool 14 on the spool plate in the correct position (bayonet fastening), press down and turn fully clockwise (click). O When the Extra Strong Line breaks, us the above procedure to remove the spool and fit the Extra Strong replacement Line 13 as shown to the spool. Press the cover ring 27 together, push it forward and detach over the smaller diameter of the spool. Press one end into the notch of the spool so that it stands out approx. Thread the line's end through the slot 26 in the cover ring 27 from the inside. [. . . ] If grass cuttings are compacted, remove with a wooden or plastic implement. DO NOT wrap/loop the supply/extension cable around the hook and the guard together - this will cause the cable to be in contact with the guard blade which can damage the cable. The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly. If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent. [. . . ]