SKIL 0280 Brushless Cordless Line Trimmer Instruction Manual

SKIL 0280 Brushless Cordless Line Trimmer

Brushless cordless line trimmer 0280

INTRODUCTION

This tool is intended for the cutting of grass and weeds under bushes as well as on slopes and edges that can not be reached with a lawn mower

• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as illustrated in drawing 2
• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer
• Read this instruction manual carefully before use and save it for future reference 3
• Pay special attention to the safety instructions and warnings; failure to follow these may result in serious injury

TECHNICAL DATA 1

TOOL ELEMENTS 2

A Ventilation slots
B Rear handle
C Guide handle
D Hinge
E Trimmer head
F Cutting line
G Trimmer guard
H Handle adjustment knob
J Sleeve
K   Safety switch
L On/off switch trigger
M Battery level indicator button
N Spool cover release button
P Arrow
Q Line cutting blade
R Wrench

SAFETY

GENERAL MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS

  WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this machine. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

The term “machine” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) machine or battery-operated (cordless) machine

1. WORK AREA SAFETY
   a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
   b) Do not operate machines in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
   c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
   a machine. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
   a) Machine plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) machines. 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. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
   c) Do not operate the machine in rain or wet conditions. Water entering the machine may increase the risk of electric shock or malfunction that could result in personal injury.
   d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the machine. 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 machine outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   f) If operating a machine in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

3. PERSONAL SAFETY
   a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a machine. Do not use a machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating machines may result in serious personal injury.
   b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
   c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off- position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the machine. Carrying machines with your finger on the switch or energizing machines that have the switch on invites accidents.
   d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the machine on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury.
   e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the machine in unexpected situations.
   f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry 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. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
   h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of machines allow you to become complacent and ignore machine safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4. MACHINE USE AND CARE
   a) Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
   b) Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any machine that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
   c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing machines. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally.
   d) Store idle machines out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the machine or these instructions to operate the machine. Machines are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
   e) Maintain machines and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the machine’s operation. If damaged, have the machine repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained machines.
   f) Keep cutting machines sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting machines with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
   g) Use the machine, accessories and machine bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the machine for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
   h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the machine in unexpected situations.

5. BATTERY MACHINE USE AND CARE
   a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
   b) Use machines only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
   c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
   d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejectedfrom the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
   e) Do not use a battery pack or machine that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
   f) Do not expose a battery pack or machine to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
   g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or machine outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

6. SERVICE
   a) Have your machine serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the machine is maintained. b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

LINE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Do not use the machine in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.

• Thoroughly inspect the area for wildlife where the machine is to be used. Wildlife may be injured by the machine during operation.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects. Thrown objects can cause personal injury.

• Before using the machine, always visually inspect to see that the cutter and the cutter assembly are not damaged. Damaged parts increase the risk of injury.

• Before use, check the supply cord and any extension cord for signs of damage or aging. Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or worn. If the cord is damaged or worn during use, switch off the machine and do not touch the cord before disconnecting it from the supply. A damaged supply cord or extension cord may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• Follow instructions for changing accessories. Improperly tightened blade securing nuts or bolts may either damage the blade or result in it becoming detached.

• Wear eye, ear, head and hand protection. Adequate protective equipment will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the cutting line or blade.

• While operating the machine, always wear non-slip and protective footwear. Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals. This reduces the chance of injury to the feet from contact with the moving cutters or lines.

• While operating the machine, always wear long trousers. Exposed skin increases the likelihood of injury from thrown objects.

• Keep bystanders away while operating the machine. Thrown debris can result in serious personal injury.

• Always use two hands when operating the machine. Holding the machine with both hands will avoid loss of control.

• Hold the machine by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutting line or blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting line or blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the machine “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• Always keep proper footing and operate the machine only when standing on the ground. Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause a loss of balance or control of the machine.

• Do not operate the machine on excessively steep slopes. This reduces the risk of loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in personal injury.

• When working on slopes, always be sure of your footing, always work across the face of slopes, never up or down and exercise extreme caution when changing direction. This reduces the risk o loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in personal injury.

• Keep the supply cord away from the cutter, line or blade. A damaged supply cord may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter, line or blade when the machine is operating. Before you start the machine, make sure the cutter, line or blade is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating the machine may result in injury to yourself or others.

• Do not operate the machine above waist height.
  This helps prevent unintended cutter or blade contact and enables better control of the machine in unexpected situations.

• When cutting brush or saplings that are under tension, be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibres is released, the brush or sapling may strike the operator and/or throw the machine out of control.

• Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the blade and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.

• Maintain control of the machine and do not touch cutters, lines or blades and other hazardous movin parts while they are still in motion. This reduces the risk of injury from moving parts.

• When clearing jammed material or servicing the machine, make sure all power switches are off and the power cord is disconnected. Unexpected starting of the machine while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.

• Carry the machine with the machine switched off and away from your body. Proper handling of the machine will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with a moving cutter, line or blade.

• Only use replacement cutters, lines, cutting heads and blades specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement parts may increase the risk of breakage and injury.

• Damage to Trimmer – If you strike a foreign object with the trimmer or it becomes entangled, stop the machine immediately, check for damage and have any damage repaired before further operation is attempted. Do not operate with a broken guard or spool.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. A loose head may vibrate, crack, break or come off the trimmer, which may result in serious or fatal injury. Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly fixed in position. If the head loosens after fixing it in position, replace it immediately. Never use a trimmer with a loose cutting attachment.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

BATTERIES

• The battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure
• full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using your power tool for the first time)
• Only use the following batteries and chargers with this tool
  • SKIL battery: BR1*41****
  • SKIL charger: CR1*41****
• Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be replaced
• Do not disassemble the battery
• Do not expose tool/battery to rain
• Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery):
  • when charging 4…40°C
  • during operation –20…+50°C
  • during storage –20…+50°C

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/BATTERY
③ Read the instruction manual before use

④ Batteries may explode when disposed of in fire, so do not burn battery for any reason

⑤ Store tool/charger/battery in locations where temperature will not exceed 50°C

⑥ Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by flying debris

⑦ Wear protective glasses and hearing protection

⑧ Do not expose tool to rain

⑨ Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material

⑲ Disconnect battery before maintenance

⑳ The distance between the machine and bystanders shall be at least 15 m

㉑ Do not use metal blades

USE

• Assembly instructions

  • unfold hinge D and fix as illustrated with 2 screws w ⑪
    

  • mount the guide handle C between the hinge D and the sleeve J as illustrated e ⑫
    

  • guide handle C can be adjusted by loosening/ tightening knob H

  • mount cutting guard G as illustrated with 2 screws ⑬
    
    ! never use the tool without cutting guard G

• Charging battery
  ! read the safety warnings and instructions provided with the charger

• Removing/installing the battery ②
  ! NEVER remove the battery pack at a high location.

• On/off ⑭
  

  • switch on tool by first pressing safety switch K (which cannot be locked) and then pulling trigger switch L

  • switch off tool by releasing trigger switch L
    ! after switching off the tool the cutting line continues to rotate for a few seconds

  • allow the cutting line to stop rotating before switching on again
    ! do not rapidly switch on and off

• Battery level indicator ⑩

  • press the battery level indicator button M to show the current battery level ⑩ a

! when the lowest level of the battery indicator starts flashing red for 10s after pressing button M ⑩ b, the battery is nearly depleted.

• Battery protection
  The tool is suddenly being switched off or prevented from being switched on, when

  • the load is too high –> remove load and restart
  • the battery is empty–> the 4 levels of the battery level indicator starts flashing red for 10s; Remove the battery from the tool and charge the battery qc
  • the battery temperature is not within the allowable operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C –> 4 levels of the battery level indicator keep solid red for 10s; wait until battery has returned within the allowable operating temperature range qd
    ! do not continue to press the on/off switch after the tool is switched off automatically; battery may be damaged

• Trimming
  ! ensure that the cutting area is free of stones, debris and other foreign objects
  ! start trimming only when tool runs at full speed

  • cut long grass in layers (always start from the top)

  • only trim with the tip of the cutting line

  • do not cut damp or wet grass

  • prevent the cut grass from clogging the spool (do not make heavy cuts)

  • do not overload the tool

  • carefully cut around trees and bushes, so that they do not come into contact with the cutting line

  • keep the tool away from solid objects in order to protect the cutting line against excessive wear

  • be aware of the kickback forces that occur when solid objects are touched
    Holding and guiding the tool  ⑮
    

  • for cutting long grass slowly swing the tool from right to left and vice versa

  • hold tool firmly with both hands, so you will have full control of the tool at all times

  • maintain a stable working position

  • always hold the tool well away from your body

• Line feeding ⑯
  

  • tap trimmer head lightly on a solid surface while the motor is running
    ! tap trimmer head on bare ground or hard soil, when tapping in tall grass, the motor may overheat

  • the cutting line will be released and cut off to the correct length by line cutting blade Q
    ! take care against injury from line cutting blade Q

  • feed the lines regularly to maintain full cutting circle

  • when the motor runs without load and no grass is cut, the cutting line is stuck, worn or broken; rewind or replace the line

• Feeding the line manually

  • switch off the tool and remove the battery
  • press the trimmer head and pull the lines to feed the line manually and check for proper installation
  • after line feeding always return the tool to its normal operating position before switching on
  • when the motor runs without load and no grass is cut, the cutting line is stuck, worn or broken; rewind or replace the line

• Line replacement ⑰
  
  ! always switch off the tool and remove the battery

  • insert the 5m long cutting line into spool hole and push until it protrudes from the other side

  • pull the line until equal amounts of line appear on both sides

  • press and rotate in the direction of the arrow P until approx. 13 cm of line is left on both sides

  • Remove line ⑱
    
    In case the cutting line fails to protrude from spool hole
    ! always switch off the tool and remove the battery

  • press release buttons N to remove the spool cover

  • remove the line from the spool

  • align and press the spool cover until it snaps into place

  • follow “Line replacement” instruction above

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

This tool is not intended for professional use

• Always switch off the tool, remove battery pack, and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill
• Always keep tool clean (especially ventilation slots A 2)
  • clean the tool with a damp cloth (do not use cleaning agents or solvents)
  • clean line cutting blade Q 2 and cutting guard G 2 after each use
  • clean ventilation slots A 2 regularly with a brush or compressed air
• Regularly check the condition of the cutting head and the tightness of nuts, bolts and screws
• Regularly check for worn or damaged components and have them repaired/replaced when necessary
• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools – send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www.skil.com)
• Be aware that damage due to overload or improper handling of the product will be excluded from the warranty (for the SKIL warranty conditions see  www.skil.com or ask your dealer)

TROUBLESHOOTING

• The following listing shows problem symptoms, possible causes and corrective actions (if these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your dealer or service station)
  ! in case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
  immediately switch off the tool and remove battery
  Tool does not operate

• empty battery -> charge battery

• hot battery -> let battery cool down

• internal fault -> contact dealer/service station
  Tool operates intermittently

• internal wiring defective -> contact dealer/service station

• on/off switch defective -> contact dealer/service station
  Tool vibrates abnormally

• grass too high -> cut in stages
  Tool does not cut

• line too short/broken off -> feed the line manually
  Line cannot be fed

• spool empty -> inspect spool; rewind if necessary

• line entangled inside spool -> inspect spool; rewind if necessary
  Line is not cut off to correct length -> remove cover from cutting blad

ENVIRONMENT

Only for EU countries

• Do not dispose of electric tools, accessories and packaging together with household waste material

  • in observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on waste of electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility – symbol 9 will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs
    ! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with heavy tape to prevent short-circuit Only for UK

• Do not dispose of electric tools, accessories and packaging together with household waste material

  • in observance of on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113), electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility
  • symbol 9 will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs
    ! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with heavy tape to prevent short-circuit

NOISE / VIBRATION

• Measured in accordance with EN 62841 the sound pressure level of this tool is 75 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 3 dB) and the sound power level 88 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 2.4 dB), and the vibration <2.5 m/s² (triax vector sum; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²)
• The vibration emission level has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 62841; it may be used to compare one tool with another and as a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when using the tool for the applications mentioned
  • using the tool for different applications, or with different or poorly maintained accessories, may significantly increase the exposure level
  • the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may significantly reduce the exposure level
    ! protect yourself against the effects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns

2000/14/EC: Measured sound power level 88 dB(A), uncertainty K =2.4 dB, guaranteed sound power level 90 dB(A); conformity assessment procedure in accordance with annex VI Product category: 33
Notified body : DEKRA Testing and certification GmbH(0158), Handwerkstraße 15, 70565 Stuttgart, Germany Technical file at:

Skil BV Rithmeesterpark 22 A1 4838 GZ Breda The Netherlands

Approval Manager

Skill BV, Rithmeesterpark 22 A1 4838 GZ Breda NL 18.11.2022

Declaration of Conformity
Cordless line trimmer Article number We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the directives and regulations listed below and are in conformity with the following standards Technical file at:
Chervon Europe Ltd., 34 Bridge Street, Reading, RG1 2LU, United Kingdom

0280 GT1*0280** Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 (SI 2008/1597)
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 (SI 2016/1091)
The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 (SI 2012/3032)
Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001 (SI 2001/1701 and SI 2005/3525)
EN 62841-1:2015
EN ISO 11806-1:2011
EN 55014-1:2021
EN 55014-2:2021
EN IEC 63000:2018

Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001 (SI 2001/1701 and SI 2005/3525):
Measured sound power level 88 dB(A), uncertainty K = 2.4 dB, guaranteed sound power level 90 dB(A); conformity
assessment procedure in accordance with Schedule 9 Product category: 33
Approved body: DEKRA Testing and certification GmbH(0158), Handwerkstraße 15, 70565 Stuttgart, Germany

Chervon Europe Ltd., 34 Bridge Street, Reading, RG1 2LU, United Kingdom, as authorized representative (in terms of above regulations) acting on behalf of Skil BV, Rithmeesterpark 22 A1, 4838GZ Breda, The Netherlands

James McCrory
Technical Service Manager

Place of issue: Reading
Date of issue: 18/11/2022``

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