User manual BOSCH ART30

[. . . ] Read these instructions carefully, be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the line trimmer. Please keep the instructions safe for later use. Explanation of symbols on the line trimmer General hazard safety alert. S This appliance is not intended for used 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety. [. . . ] WARNING: For safety, it is essential that the mains plug 15 attached to the machine 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. Fixing means for the connection leads must be used. 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. Extension cords/leads should only be used if they comply with H05VV-F or H05RN-F types. Products sold in GB only: Your machine is fitted with an approved 13 A (BS 1363/A) electric plug and is protected by a 13 A fuse (ASTA Approved to BS 1362). If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an authorized customer service agent. The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard and should never be inserted into a 13 A socket elsewhere. Assembly Do not connect the machine to the mains socket before it is completely assembled. A Mounting the Cutting Guard Place the cutting guard 10 on the trimmer head 7. – Hook the guard onto trimmer head and push until secure fitting. Push rear of guard until secure (click). Mounting the Wheels (ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM only) B1 Fit the wheels 11 onto the shaft 6. Note: The position of the wheels can be adjusted by loosening the wingnut 18 and moving to the desired position. B3 The wheels can be moved up and down the shaft 6 depending on the height of cut required. Adjustment C Using Adjustable Handle The adjustable handle 4 can be set in various positions: – To change the position undo the handle wing nut 3 and move the adjustable handle 4. — Tighten the handle wing nut 3 securely to fix the adjustable handle 4 in the adjusted position. d Adjusting Product Length – Loosen the adjustment collar 5 90°. — Pull the shaft out to increase the height, or push the shaft in to decrease the height. E Adjusting cutting head angle: To change the angle depress the foot pedal 12 and move the shaft 6 to the desired position. G Adjusting cutting head angle: – Depress the foot pedal 12. [. . . ] Carefully cut around trees and bushes so that they do not come into contact with the cutting line. For better control use adjustable handle and use the plant protector 9 (ART 30/3000 COMBITRIM only – available as an accessory for ART 23/26/2300/2600 COMBITRIM). Feeding the Line Do not feed and cut off excess line in edging position (see figure J). You will notice when the motor runs without load and no grass is cut. [. . . ]