Global Machinery Company 1700W User Manual

1700W ROTARY

COLLECT MOWER

RC1700 INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Contents

Warranty Power Tools

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department.

This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the tool or the offending faulty component will be repaired or replaced free of charge with another of the same item.

small freight charge may apply. Proof of purchase is essential. We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified.

This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents, alterations or commercial or business use. It also does not cover any bonus items or included accessories. Only the power tool is covered under this warranty.

With continuing product development, changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place. Conditions apply to the above warranty. For full details of

the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our website – www.gmcompany.com

For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online - www.gmcservice.com.au, should you not have access to the internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).

Warranty 2

Introduction 3

Environmental protection 3

Description of symbols 3

Specifications 3

General safety rules 4

Additional safety rules for lawn mowers 5

Accessories 7

Unpacking 7

Know your product 8

Setting up 9

Adjusting the cutting height 10

Height adjustment with blue spacer in position 10

Height adjustment with blue spacer removed 10

Before starting 10

Switching on and off 11

Emergency stop 11

Mowing 11

Emptying the grass box 12

Changing the mower blade 12

Cleaning the filter 13

Maintenance 13

Cleaning 14

Power cord maintenance 14

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria.

You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.

CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.

Your GMC power tool has many features that will make your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the development of this tool, making it easy to maintain and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses and packaging should be sorted, taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way

Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use.

Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Wear breathing protection.

Double insulated for additional protection.

Conforms to relevant standards for electromagnetic compatibility.

Specifications

Voltage: 230–240V ~ 50 Hz

Motor power: 1700W

No-load speed: 4500min

Cutting width (swathe): Ø36cm (14")

Cutting heights:

With blue spacer in place: 5 (16mm, 25mm, 35mm,

With blue spacer removed: 5 (22mm, 31mm, 41mm,

Grass box capacity: 34 litres

Approximate weight: 16 kg

Sound pressure level: 83 dB(A)

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45mm and 60mm)

51mm and 66mm)

General safety rules

WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all

instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.

Save these instructions

1. Work area a. Keep work area clean and well lit.

areas invite accidents.

b. Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres,

liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

c. Keep children and bystanders away while

operating a power tool.

lose control.

2. Electrical safety a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify

the plug in any way.

earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

if your body is earthed or grounded.

c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

such as in the presence of flammable

Distractions can cause you to

Do not use any adapter plugs with

There is an increased risk of electric shock

Cluttered and dark

Use of a cord

3. Personal safety a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool.

not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

b. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the

off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on.

a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery.

moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.

can reduce dust related hazards.

4. Power tool use and care a. Do not force the power tool.

for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

it on and off.

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from

A wrench or a key left attached to

Use of these devices

Use the correct power tool

Any power tool that cannot be controlled

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before

making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.

Such preventive safety measures

reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and

do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,

in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.

Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5. Service a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts.

This

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Additional safety rules for lawn mowers

• Only use this Lawn Mower when a Residual Current

Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA is in the circuit.

• If an extension cord is used make sure it is for outdoor

use and marked as such. The recommended size of extension cord is not lighter than 1.5mm in length or 1.0mm

at 20 metres in length.

• Completely uncoil your extension cable before use to

at 30 metres

prevent overheating and loss of mower efficiency. When tidying away the cable, wind it carefully to avoid kinking.

WARNING. After switching off the machine, the cutting

blade continues to rotate for a few more seconds.

• Frequently inspect the condition of the cutting blades.

Damaged blades must be replaced immediately. Blunt blades should be sharpened. Follow all the required precautions when replacing the blades.

• 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. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.

• Do not use the appliance if the cord is damaged or

worn.

• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the

controls and proper use of the equipment.

• Keep extension cord away from cutting blades.

• Wear eye and ear protection. Wear dust protection if the

mowing action causes the raising of dust or particles. Wear long trousers.

• Never allow children, infirm people or people unfamiliar

with these instructions to use the rotary collect mower.

• Avoid using the mower, while people, especially

children and the infirm, or pets are nearby.

• Use the mower only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the mower unless the grass box is in

place.

• Never operate the mower with a damaged base.

• Never operate the appliance with defective guards

or shields, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catcher, in place.

• When starting up and when the machine is in operation,

keep the cutting section away from all parts of the body, especially the hands and feet.

• Do not start the machine when it is not in the operating

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