Global Machinery Company LT550 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

550W

Line

Trimmer

LT550

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Contents

Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty

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 replaced
free of charge with another of the same item. A small
freight charge may apply.

The warranty replacement unit is only made available by
returning the tool to the place of purchase with a
confirmed register receipt. 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 accessories unless the
tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place

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Conditions apply to the above warranty.
If you need direction of what constitutes a free of

charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on
the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as
to the types of claim that are permissible, and those
that are not.

Introduction 3
Environmental protection 3
Description of symbols 3
Specifications 3
Safety instructions 4
Additional safety rules for line trimmers 5
Unpacking 6
Contents of carton 6
Know your product 7
Assembly 8
Before starting 9
Increasing the cutting line 9
Switching on and off 9
Trimming 9
Using as an edger 10
Changing a line spool 10
Maintenance and cleaning 11
General inspection 11

Storage 11
Power cord maintenance 11

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Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information,
please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.
Phone [phone] in Australia or 0800 445 721 in
New Zealand.

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

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CAUTION.

Carefully read through this entire Instruction

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

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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

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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.

Use at a distance of at least
5m from other people.

If cordset is damaged remove it from the
plug immediately and have it replaced by an
authorised service centre.

Do not use in the rain.

Thrown objects and rotating line can
cause severe injury.

Sharp blade.

Specifications

Voltage: 230–240Vac ~ 50Hz
Input power: 550W
No load speed: 11,000 min
Cut diameter (swathe): 320mm
Line thickness: 1.2mm
Spool type: Automatic Feed
Sound pressure level: 96dB (A)
Tool weight: 3.4kg

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Safety instructions

WARNING. Read and understand 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 below refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.

Save these instructions
Work area

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark

areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose

control.

Electrical safety

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

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

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

• 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.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do

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.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

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

• 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.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached

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

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

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

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.

• If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities ensure that these
are connected and properly used. Use of these devices

can reduce dust-related hazards.

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