Einhell GE-CT 36 Cordless String Trimmer Instruction Manual

Einhell GE-CT 36 Cordless String Trimmer

DANGER!

When using the equipment, a number of safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety information with due care. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and the safety information as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to failure to follow these instructions and the safety information.

Safety information

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WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

FOR ALL APPLIANCES

• Avoid dangerous environments – do not use appliances in damp or wet locations.
• Don’t use in rain.
• Keep children away – all people and pets should be kept at a distance from the work area.
• Dress properly – do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Wear protective clothing; use of work gloves, long pants, a long sleeved shirt and safety footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Use safety glasses – always use face or dust mask if the area in which you are working is dusty. The purpose of the safety rules is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them, require your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
• Use right appliance – do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
• Do not force appliance – it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not overreach – keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Stay alert. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
• When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry places out of reach of children.
• Maintain appliance with care. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• Check damaged parts. Before using the appliance, make sure the safety guards are intact. Never use a tool without its safety guard. Check the alignment of the moving parts, the binding of the moving parts.
• Check for broken or defective parts that can affect the safe operation of your tool. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service centre unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
• 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.
• Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• 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.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from 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. (This advice is considered correct for conventional NiMh, NiCd, lead acid and Lithium-ion cell types. If this advice is incorrect for a cell design that differs from these, then the correct advice may be substituted.)
• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 266°F (130°C) may cause explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
• Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

1. FOR ALL BATTERY-OPERATED APPLIANCES:
   

   • Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet locations.
   • Do not use battery-operated appliances in the rain. Always remove or disconnect battery pack before adjusting, cleaning, servicing or transporting the garden appliances.

2. FOR ALL BATTERY-OPERATED PRODUCTS EMPLOYING A DETACHABLE OR SEPARABLE
   BATTERY:

   • Use only the following type and size battery:
     18V 1.5Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
     18V 2.0Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
     18V 2.5Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
     18V 3.0Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
     18V 4.0Ah PXC Lithium-ion battery
     18V 3.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery
     18V 4.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery
     18V 5.2Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery
     18V 4.0Ah/6.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery
     18V 5.0Ah/8.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-ion battery

   • Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

   • Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

   • Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short it with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

3. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING – DO NOT INSERT BATTERY WHILE YOUR FINGER IS ON THE SWITCH. BE SURE SWITCH IS OFF WHEN INSERTING THE BATTERY. ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GRASS AND EDGE TRIMMERS
   • Keep guards in place and in good working order.
   • Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
   • Do not use heavier lines than those recommended in this manual.
   • Do not use line materials of other types – for example, metal wire, rope, and the like.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR THE BATTERY PACK

• Dispose of used battery promptly and properly. When disposing of secondary cells or batteries, keep cells or batteries of different electrochemical systems separate from each other.

• Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use.

• Never put batteries in one’s mouth. If swallowed, contact local poison control centre immediately.

• CAUTION – The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mishandled. Replace battery with Einhell/ lawn master brand only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

• WARNING: Do not use a visibly damaged battery pack or appliance.

• WARNING: Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack.

• BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED.

• Do not short-circuit a cell or battery. Do not store cells or batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive materials.

• Do not subject cells or batteries to mechanical shocks.

• Keep cells and batteries clean and dry. Wipe the cell or battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.

• Do not maintain secondary cells and batteries on charge when not in use.

• Retain the original cell and battery. Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment. Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions.

• When possible, remove the battery from the equipment when not in use.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to the battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliances that have the switch on invites accidents.

• Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from 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.

• Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

• Protect your rechargeable battery against moisture, rain and high humidity. Moisture, rain and high humidity can cause dangerous cell damage. Never charge or work with batteries which have been exposed to moisture, rain or high humidity – replace them immediately.

• If your equipment is fitted with a detachable battery, remove the battery for safety reasons after you have finished your work.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER
WARNING : This product may contain lead, phthalate or other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Please wash your hands after use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Explanation of the warning signs on the equipment (see Fig. 23)

1. Warning!
2. Wear goggles and ear muffs!
3. Protect from moisture!
4. Read the instruction manual before starting!
5. Keep other people out of the danger area!
6. The line spool continues to rotate!
7. Store the batteries only in dry rooms with an ambient temperature of 50°F to 104°F (+10°C to +40°C). Place only fully charged batteries in storage (charged at least 40%).

Layout and items supplied

Layout

1. Battery mount
2. On/Off switch
3. Safety lock-off
4. Shoulder strap attachment
5. Additional handle attachment
6. Top part of long handle
7. Handle connecting piece
8. Assembly nut
9. Bottom part of long handle
10. Motor housing
11. Spool housing
12. Edge guide
13. Line safety guard
14. Line cutter
15. Safety guard
16. Additional handle
17. Handle lock knob
18. Hexagonal key
19. Line
20. Shoulder Strap
21. Carabiner
22. Lock lever
23. Pressure spring
24. Eyelet
25. Lugs
26. Wall holder
27. Push-lock button
28. Battery capacity indicator button
29. Battery capacity indicator

Items supplied

Please check that the article is complete as specified in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the store where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 work days after purchasing the article and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase.

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if present).
• Check to see if all the items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

Danger!

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, plastic sheets and small parts. There is a risk of choking and suffocating!

• Top section of the trimmer
• Bottom section of the trimmer with line spool
• Safety guard
• Additional handle
• Hexagonal key
• Shoulder strap
• Original operating instruction with safety information

Separately available accessories
18V 1.5Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 2.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 2.5Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.2Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah/6.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.0Ah/8.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V PXC Dual Port Fast Charger
18V PXC Fast Charger

Contact your local retailer for more specific models of batteries and charger available in your area. You can also explore battery + charger options at Einhell.com.

Intended use

The equipment is designed for cutting lawns and grassed areas. It is not designed to be used for public facilities, parks, sports centers, along roadways, or in agriculture and forestry.

The operating instructions as supplied by the manufacturer must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the equipment is properly used and maintained.

Important. This equipment must not be used for composting purposes (shredding) as this could result in injury or damage to property.

The equipment may be used only for the tasks it is designed to handle. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind resulting from such misuse.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Caution!
Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain residual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:

• Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
• Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
• Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a prolonged period or is not properly guided and maintained.
• Injuries and material damage caused by flying parts.
• Cut injuries if suitable protective clothing is not worn.

Danger!
The electric power tool generates an electromagnetic field during operation. Under certain circumstances this field may actively or passively impede medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their doctor and the manufacturer of the medical implant prior to using the equipment.

Technical data

Motor power supply: …………… 36V (2x18V) 
No load speed: …………………………….. 9000 RPM
Cutting width: …………………………………………. 12″
Length of line spool: ……………………………….26 ft.
Line diameter: ……………………………………. 0.080″
Weight (tool only): ……………………………….6.6 lbs

Reduce noise generation and vibration to a minimum!

• Use only equipment that is in perfect condition.
• Maintain and clean the equipment regularly.
• Adapt your way of working to the equipment.
• Do not overload the equipment.
• Have the equipment checked if necessary.
• Switch off the equipment when not in use.
• Wear gloves.

Before starting the equipment

The equipment is supplied without batteries and without a charger!

Fitting the safety guard (Fig. 3)

Remove the socket head screw from the safety guard. Push the safety guard (15) onto the mount on the motor housing as far as it will go and screw it securely in place with the previously removed socket head screw (Fig. 3). A blade (Fig. 2/ Item 14) on the underside of the safety guard automatically cuts the cutting line to the optimum length. This is provided with a safety cover. Remove the safety cover before starting work.

Fitting the edge guide (Fig. 4)

Pull the ends of the edge guide (Item 12) slightly apart and insert the ends in the holes provided on the left and right sides of the motor housing.

Fitting the shoulder strap (Fig. 5)

Hook the carabiner (21) of the shoulder strap (20) into the shoulder strap attachment (4).

Fitting the long handle (Fig. 6)

Slot the top part of the long handle (6) into the bottom part of the long handle (9). Screw the handle connecting piece (7) to the bottom part of the long handle with the assembly nut (8) on the top part of the long handle.

Fitting the additional handle (Fig. 7)

Attach the additional handle (16) to the attachment (5) and screw both parts together with the handle lock knob (17).

Adjusting the additional handle (Fig. 8)

a) Adjusting the tilt
Undo the handle lock knob (17). Set the desired tilt of the additional handle (16). Tighten the handle lock knob (17) again.
b) Shifting the additional handle
Open (1.) the lock lever (22) and move the additional handle to the desired position. Close (2.) the lock lever (22).

Using the shoulder strap

The shoulder strap is intended to help you work safely and ergonomically. Always switch off the equipment before you release the shoulder strap – risk of injury.

1. Hook the carabiner (Fig. 5/Item 21) into the shoulder strap attachment.

2. Slip the shoulder strap over your left shoulder (Fig. 9).
   

3. Set the length of the shoulder strap in such a way that the cutting head runs parallel to the ground. To establish the optimum length of the shoulder strap, you should then make a few swinging movements without starting the equipment.

4. The shoulder strap is equipped with a buckle. Press the hooks together (Fig. 10) if you need to put down the equipment quickly
   

Each time before use, check the following:

• That the equipment is in perfect condition and that the safety devices and cutting devices are complete.
• That all screws are securely fastened.
• That all moving parts move smoothly.

Installing the batteries

Push the rechargeable batteries into the battery mounts provided on the left and right side of the equipment (Fig. 2/Item 1). Each battery will click into place when it has been pushed in completely (Fig. 1). To take out a battery, press the push-lock button (Fig. 11/Item 27) and remove the battery

Charging the Lithium-Ion battery (not included)

The corresponding instructions can be found in the original operating instructions for your charger.

Battery capacity indicator (Fig. 11)

Press the battery capacity indicator switch (28). The battery capacity indicator (29) shows the charge status of the battery using 3 LEDs.

All 3 LEDs lit:

2 or 1 LED(s) lit:
The battery has an adequate remaining charge.

1 LED flashing:
The battery is empty, recharge the battery.

All LEDs flashing:
The temperature of the battery is too low. Remove the battery from the device and leave it at room temperature for a day. If the error occurs again, this means that the battery has been completely depth-discharged and is defective. Remove the battery from the device. Never use or charge a defective battery

Operation

Please note that the statutory regulations governing noise abatement may differ from one location to another.

Danger! The safety guard must be fitted when carrying out work.

Switching the equipment on and off , adjusting the speed (Fig. 12)

Switching on and adjusting the speed
Press the safety lock-off (3) forward and press the On/Off switch (2) at the same time. Adjust the speed during operation by pressing the On/Off switch to a greater or lesser extent. The harder you press, the higher the speed.

Switching off
Release the On/Off switch.

Practical tips

Practice all the work steps with the motor switched off and without the batteries installed before you start to use the equipment. Only ever cut grass that is dry. If the grass is long, the grass must be cut shorter in stages (Fig. 13).

Extending the cutting line (Fig. 14)

Danger! Do not use any kind of metal wire or metal wire encased in plastic in the line spool.
This may cause serious injuries to the user.

The string trimmer has a semi-automatic line extension system (automatic jog line feed). Each time you activate the semi-automatic line extension system, the line is automatically extended to ensure that you can cut your lawn with the perfect cutting width at all times. To extend the cutting line, run the motor and tap the line spool on the ground. This will automatically extend the line. The blade on the safety guard will cut the line to the permissible length. Please note that the more often you activate the semiautomatic line extension system, the more the line will wear.

Note: If the line is too long when you use the equipment for the first time, the surplus end of it will be cut by the blade on the safety guard. If the line is too short when you start the equipment for the first time, press the knob on the line spool and pull the line hard. When you then start the machine for the first time the line will be cut to the perfect length automatically.

Using a brush or similar, carefully remove all residual grass from the underside of the safety guard at regular intervals.

Different cutting methods Caution! To use the edge guide along walls or objects, swing the edge guide forward to the front (Fig. 4). Swing it up when not in use (Fig. 15). Please note: Even if it is used carefully, cutting around foundations, stone or concrete walls, etc. will result in the line suffering above normal wear.

Trimming/mowing
Swing the trimmer from side to side in a scything motion. Always keep the line spool parallel to the ground. Check the site and decide what cutting height you require. Guide and hold the line spool at the required height to ensure that you cut evenly.

Low trimming
Hold the trimmer right in front of you at a slight angle so that the underside of the line spool is above the ground and the line strikes the correct target. Always cut away from yourself. Never draw the trimmer towards yourself.

Cutting along fences/foundations Edge guide recommended!
When cutting, approach wire mesh fences, lath fences, natural stone walls and foundations slowly so that you can cut close to them without striking the obstacle with the line. If, for example, the line strikes stones, stone walls or foundations, it will wear or fray. If the line strikes wire fencing it will break.

Trimming around trees Edge guide recommended!
When trimming around tree trunks, approach slowly so that the line does not strike the bark. Walk around the tree, cutting from left to right. Approach grass or weeds with the tip of the line and tilt the line spool forwards slightly. Warning: Take extreme care during mowing work. When doing such work keep a distance of 98 ft. between yourself and other people or animals.

Mowing
For mowing you want to cut all the vegetation down to the ground. To do this, set the line spool at an angle of 30° to the right. Place the additional handle in the required position. Remember the increased risk of injury to the user, watchers and animals, and the danger of damaging other items due to objects (for example stones) being thrown out (Fig. 16).

Warning: Do not remove any objects from footpaths, etc. using the equipment. The equipment is a powerful tool and can throw small stones and other objects a distance of 50 ft. or more, causing injuries and damage to cars, houses and windows.

Sawing
The equipment is not suitable for sawing.

Cleaning and maintenance

HAZARD!
Always take the battery out of the equipment before starting any cleaning work.

Cleaning

• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it down with compressed air at low pressure.
• We recommend cleaning the equipment immediately each time after use.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a damp cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these may be aggressive to the plastic parts in the equipment. Ensure that no water can get into the interior of the equipment. The ingress of water into an electric power tool increases the risk of an electric shock.
• Use a brush to remove deposits from the safety guard.

Replacing the line spool Danger! Remove the batteries!

1. Fig. 17 Press the line spool housing together at the points marked (arrow) and remove the spool cover.
2. Remove the empty line spool and the pressure spring.
3. Fig. 18 Thread the end of the line on the new line spool through the eyelet (24) in the spool cover and allow approx. 5.11″ of line to project. Place the pressure spring (23) in the line spool.
4. Press the spool cover back into the line spool housing.
   

Replacing the cutting line Danger! Remove the batteries!

1. Fig. 17 Press the line spool housing together at the points marked (arrow) and remove the spool cover.
2. Remove the empty line spool and the pressure spring.
3. Remove any remaining cutting line if there is any.
4. Fig. 19 Insert the new cutting line through the line mount inside the spool.
5. Wind the line with tension in a counterclockwise direction.
6. Fig. 20 Hook the line, approx. 5.9″ before the end of the line, into one of the line holders on the edge of the spool.
7. Fig. 18 Thread the end of the line on the newline spool through the eyelet (24) in the spool cover. Place the pressure spring (23) in the line spool.
8. Pull the line sharply to release it from the line holder.
9. Press the spool cover back into the line spool housing.
   
   
   

When you start the equipment again the line will be cut to the perfect length automatically.
Caution! Bits of the nylon line could cause injury when flung out.

Sharpening the safety guard blade

The safety guard blade (Fig. 2/Item 14) can become blunt over time. When you notice this, undo the screw holding the safety guard blade on the safety guard. Clamp the blade in a vise. Sharpen the blade with a flat file and make sure that the angle of the cutting edge is not altered in the process. File in one direction only.

Replacing the line safety guard (Fig. 21)

If you need to replace the line safety guard (13), remove any screws if there are any, press the lugs (25) in and pull off the line safety guard. Press the lugs (25) on the new line safety guard (13) into the location holes provided.

Maintenance

There are no other parts inside the equipment which require maintenance.

Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Never place defective equipment in your household refuse. The equipment should be taken to a suitable collection center for proper disposal. If you do not know the whereabouts of such a collection point, you should ask in your local council offices.

Storage

Store the equipment and its accessories out of children‘s reach in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 41°F and 86°F (5°C and 30°C). Keep the electric tool in its original packaging

The equipment has an integrated wall holder (Fig. 22/Item 26) to enable it to be hung on the wall.

Faults

The equipment does not work:
Check that the batteries are charged and whether the charging unit is working. If the equipment will not work in spite of the voltage supply being OK, please visit a service center.

The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying the products is strictly subject to the express consent of Einhell Germany AG.

Subject to technical changes.

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References

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