YATO YT-82830 Cordless Grass Trimmer Instruction Manual

YATO YT-82830 Cordless Grass Trimmer

Product Information

• Product Name: Cordless Grass Trimmer
• Model Number: YT-82830 YT-82831
• Manufacturer: TOYA S.A.
• Address: ul. Soltysowicka 13-15, 51-168 Wroclaw, Poland
• Languages: Polish (PL), English (EN), German (DE), Russian (RU), Ukrainian (UA), Lithuanian (LT), Latvian (LV), Czech (CZ), Slovak (SK), Hungarian (HU), Romanian (RO), Spanish (ES), French (FR), Italian (IT), Dutch (NL), Greek (GR)
• Voltage: 18 V
• Cutting Width: 250 / 300 mm

Product Usage Instructions

Before first use, carefully read the instruction manual.

Components:

• Cutting head
• Cover of the cutting element
• Line
• Spool
• Auxiliary wheels
• Spacer guard
• Lock for height adjustment
• Front handle
• Back handle
• Electric switch lock
• Switch
• Rechargeable battery
• Charging station
• Battery charge indicator
• Battery latch

Assembly:

• Attach the cutting head to the trimmer.
• Insert the line into the spool.
• lace the spool into the cutting head.
• Attach the cover of the cutting element.
• Adjust the height using the lock for height adjustment.
• Attach the auxiliary wheels and spacer guard if necessary.

Battery Charging:

• Place the rechargeable battery into the charging station.
• Connect the charging station to a power source.
• Wait for the battery to fully charge (indicated by the battery charge indicator).

Trimming:

• Hold the trimmer with both hands, gripping the front and back handles.
• Press and hold the electric switch lock.
• Press the switch to start the trimmer.
• Move the trimmer along the desired area, keeping the cutting head parallel to the ground.
• Release the switch to stop the trimmer.

Maintenance:

• After use, clean the trimmer and remove any debris from the cutting head.
• Check the line regularly and replace it if worn or damaged.
• Store the trimmer and battery in a cool, dry place.

Note : For more detailed instructions and safety guidelines, refer to the original instruction manual.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT

Cordless grass trimmer is used for decorative forming of lawns, by using a plastic line, which is rotating at high speed. Because of the electric drive of the grass trimmer, its operation is much quieter than in the case of a combustion tool, its operation is also possible in the vicinity of buildings. Due to the battery power supply, the grass trimmer allows you to work in areas, which are not accessible for to mains-powered products. Correct, reliable, and safe operation of the device is dependent on its proper use, therefore: Before working with the tool, you should read all the instructions and keep it around. For any damages or injuries caused by the tool misuse, resulting from failure to comply with its designation, and no compliance with with safety regulations and recommendations included in this manual, the supplier does not accept any liability. The tool misuse causes also the loss of the user’s rights to the guarantee and warranty.

EQUIPMENT OF THE PRODUCT
The product is supplied in a complete state but before the first use it is required to assembly it. The product is supplied with blade covers, a front handle rechargeable battery, and a charging station.

Attention! The product of the catalog number: YT-82831 has not been equipped with a rechargeable battery and charging station.

TECHNICAL DATA

only for models equipped with a battery and charger time applies only to the battery with a capacity listed in the table

GENERAL SAFETY CONDITIONS

**NOTE!** Get acquainted with all the instructions below. Failure to observe them may lead to an electric shock, fire, or injuries. The notion of electric tool used in the instructions applies to all the tools that are powered with electric current, both wire tools and wireless ones.

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS

Place of work

• The place of work must be properly illuminated and clean. Disorder and poor illumination may be a cause of accidents.
• Do not work with electric tools in explosive environments or those that contain inflammable liquids, gases, or vapors.
• Electric tools generate sparks, which may cause a fire in case of contact with inflammable gases or vapors.
• Do not allow children and outsiders to the place of work. A lack of concentration may result in a loss of control over the tool.

Electric safety

• The plug of the power supply cable must fit the main socket. Do not modify the plug. Do not use any adapters whatsoever to adapt the plug to the socket. An unmodified plug which fits the socket reduces the risk of an electric shock.
• Avoid contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, heaters, and refrigerators. Grounding of the body increases the risk of an electric shock.
• Do not expose electric tools to precipitation or humidity. Water and humidity which gets into the electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock.
• Do not overload the power supply cable. Do not use the power supply cable to carry the tool or to connect and disconnect the plug from the main socket. Avoid contact of the power supply cable with heat, oils, sharp tools, and moving elements. Damage to the power supply cable increases the risk of an electric shock.
• In case work is realized outside closed areas, it is necessary to use extension cords designed for applications outside closed areas. Using a correct extension cord permits you to reduce the risk of an electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RDC) protected supply. The use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

• Commence work in good physical and psychological conditions. Pay attention to what you do. Do not work if you are tired or under effects of medicines or alcohol. Even a moment’s inattention during work may lead to serious injuries.
• Always use individual means of protection. Always wear goggles. Using individual means of protection, such as dust masks, protective shoes, helmets, and hearing protection permits to reduce the risk of serious injuries.
• Avoid accidental activation of the tool. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position before you connect the tool to the mains. Holding the tool with a finger on the switch or connecting an electric tool when the switch is in the ON position may lead to serious injuries.
• Before you turn an electric tool on remove all the spanners and other tools, which have been used for adjustments. A spanner left on rotating elements of the tool may lead to serious injuries.
• Keep your balance. Maintain an appropriate position. It will permit to control of the electric tool in case of unpredicted situations during its operation.
• Wear protective clothes. Do not wear loose clothes or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothes, and gloves away from moving elements of the electric tool. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair may get caught on moving elements of the tool.
• Use dust extractors or dust containers, if the tool is equipped with any. Make sure they are properly connected. Using dust extractors permits to reduction of the risk of serious injuries.

Operation of the electric tool

• Before the battery is installed, make sure the switch is off. Installation of the battery when the switch is on may lead to accidents.
• Use solely the charger recommended by the manufacturer. Using a charger designed for another type of battery may be a cause of fire.
• The electric tool must be operated exclusively with the battery indicated by the manufacturer. Using another battery may be a cause of fire or injuries.
• When the battery is not used, it must be stored away from such metal objects as paper clips, coins, nails, screws, or other small metal elements, which might short-circuit the terminals. Short-circuited terminals of the battery may cause burns or fire.
• Under adverse circumstances liquid may leak from the battery; avoid any contact. In case of accidental contact with the liquid, rinse it with water. In case of eye contact, seek medical. The liquid leaking from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Repairs
The tool may be repaired only by authorized service centers, which must use solely original spare parts. It will guarantee a proper level of safety in the operation of the electric tool.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• **** The machine may be the cause of serious injuries. You should carefully read the instructions manual. Be familiar with its correct holding, service, maintenance, starting, and stopping device. Become familiar with the correct operation of all controls.
• The machine is not intended for use by children and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or persons deprived of their experience and knowledge, or by people, who are not familiar with the instructions for use of the machine. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• The grass trimmer must not be exposed to the influence of precipitation.
• Keep the cable away from the cutting element. During operation the cable may be hidden in the grass, there is, therefore, the possibility of its accidental damage or intersection.
• Use only the accessories provided by the manufacturer: spool with the cutting plastic line. Do not use equipment other than specified by the manufacturer, such as blades, cutting discs, or discs equipped with the cutting chain. Do not substitute the cutting line with a metal wire or string. The use of equipment other than those specified may result in a serious threat to the safety of the operator and bystanders. Before installation of the cutting element and cover make sure that they are not damaged, have no cracks, and are not bent. Make sure, that there is at least 1 meter line on the spool.
• During operation, it is likely, that objects can be thrown towards the operator and bystanders. The operator is responsible for accidents or a threat presented to others or the environment. Do not operate the device, if there are bystanders in the vicinity, especially children and animals. Before work appoint a safety zone with a radius, of at least 15 meters from the place of work. Despite the safety measures taken during the design and construction of the machine, there always remains a residual risk. Therefore, you should use technical and complementary protective measures.
• Always wear eye and face protection, this protects the eyes, face, and respiratory system against dust and objects thrown during the operation. Always wear the correct, adjacent to the body, protective clothing. Use only long trousers. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. which can be caught by moving parts of the machine. Wear protective gloves and hearing protection. Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles, do not work with bare feet or sandals.
• The device must be regularly reviewed by the information contained in the following section. This will allow for more efficient and safer operation.
• When you work you should use hearing protectors. Exposure to excessive noise can lead to permanent hearing damage. Use protective glasses. During work, the garbage can create a risk of eye injury.
• You must be familiar with the instructions to switch off the device in case of an emergency.
• Before the work always check whether the cutting element, screws, guards, and other elements are not worn or damaged. Replace worn parts before starting work. You should also check that the screw connections are not loosened. Tighten the loose bolts.
• During operation, you should not tilt the machine and keep it constantly in a state of equilibrium, you should always put your feet on the slope and walk, never run. When mowing slopes you should always move across the slope, never along.
• Never touch the dangerous moving parts before disconnecting the machine from the power supply and until all dangerous moving parts completely stop.
• The cutting element can rotate for some time after the engine is stopped.
• Disconnecting the machine from the power supply is to turn the machine switch and disconnect the power source. Unplugging the power cord from the wall socket in the case of mains-operated devices or disconnecting the battery in the case of battery-powered devices.

The machine should be disconnected from the power supply in every case when:

• The operator walks away from the machine, the obstruction is removed,
• Before checking or cleaning,
• Before the inspection of whether the machine is damaged after hitting the foreign object,
• before the immediate testing after the machine starts to vibrate

PRODUCT SERVICE

Preparation of grass trimmer to work

Attention! Before all mounting and regulatory operations, you should disconnect the grass trimmer from the power supply. Remove the battery pack from the power tool socket! Visually inspect the tool, If you notice any damage, do not start any work before repairing them.

Installation of the front handle
If the handle has not been fitted, then you should translate the holder through the guard of power cables, and, after that, lock its position with the lever. The handle position should be selected experimentally, to fit the physical condition of the operator and the area in which the trimmer will be used. The handle position should allow work with the hands bent at the elbows and straight back. It should also ensure the freedom of movement in the plane of trimmer work.

Installing the cutting element guard
Insert the shield latches in the trimmer cover, and then protect them with a screw. At the edge of the guard, there is a blade, which is used to automatically shorten the line. Before starting work, you should remove from it the guard.

Adjustment operations
In addition to adjusting the position of the front handle, the trimmer allows to adjustment of the length of the power supply wires, the turn of the lower part of the power supply wires, the rotation of the cutting head, and the adjustment of the cutting width.

It is possible to use a stepless setting of the length of the power cord cover, which translates into the length of the entire tool. Turn the ring (V) in the direction of the symbol of an open padlock, adjust the length, and rotate the ring in the direction of the closed padlock symbol. Make sure, that the length of the trimmer does not change spontaneously during work.

For more ergonomic usage of trimmer to edge mowing you can turn the bottom cover of the cords. To do this, you should pull the lock in the direction shown by the arrow (VI), hold it down, and then turn. There are two positions for locking i.e. 0 degrees and 180 degrees. Lower the lock ring and make sure that it returned to its starting position, and that the position of the power cord cover has been locked in a new position. In addition, it is possible to turn the cutting head alone by 90 degrees. To do this, press the button located on the head (IV). This will release of the lock, and the internal spring will begin rotation of the cutting head. You should manually rotate the head until it is locked in a new position. Restoration to its previous position is performed by pressing the button, and then, by manual rotation of the head until the moment of its locking in the previous position.

Due to this, the blade, which is used for automatic shortening of the cutting line, was placed on the eccentric, it is possible to rotate the blade, which will cause the step width change between the values listed in the table of technical data. The dial should be pressed, held down, and then rotated (XI), and the pressure in such a way that it would be locked in the position described by the required width of the cut.

When you are using the trimmer for vertical cutting of edges (X), you can use the auxiliary wheel, which is attached to the edge of the cutting element cover, this will facilitate the trimmer driving. During normal horizontal grass cutting it is recommended to use a spacer guard, which is located in the front of the cutting head. This will facilitate the protection of the vertical surface against being hit by the cutting line.

Replacing the line

To do this, you should pull the line segment, which is protruding from the spool, and then press the lock button of the spool (VII). Each time, when you press, the line unwinds a few millimeters. It is not recommended to unwind the line over a length sufficient to reach the blade guard. After starting the trimmer, the line segment, which extends beyond the blade guard, is cut.

If you will not be able to further unwind the line, this means, that the line on the spool is worn and it should be replaced.

You should prepare a line section with a length and diameter shown in the table. Then remove the spool cover cover by simultaneously pressing both buttons ot the lock cover (VIII). Pull out the spool, then clean it and clean the interior of the spool.

One end of the line should be attached to the spool, by threading it through the eyelet in the spool and tying (X). Then, in the remaining section of the line, you should slip tightly onto the spool in the direction indicated by the arrow on the spool. During the winding, you should avoid crossing beams and tangling of lines. Leave a section of several centimeters in length and thread it through the hole in the spool guard (IX). Mount the spool in the spool guard so that the arrow on the spool would point in the same direction as the arrow on the cover of the cutting element. Then mount the spool cover and see whether the line unwinds freely by the described above attempt to unwind.

Preparing the workplace
Before starting work, you should prepare for the workplace. Before starting the work you should assign a safety zone with a radius of at least 15 meters away from the place of work, which will not be accessible for bystanders. Make sure, that around the workplace there are no obstacles, which can cause ca ollision of the operator or grass trimmer during its operation.

Connecting the grass trimmer to power

• Insert the battery into the power socket, with its pins facing to the inside of the shear and to the top, until the battery latches will lock.
• Make sure, that the battery will not slip out during work. You should disconnect the battery by pressing and holding the latch, and then remove the battery from the grass trimmer housing.

Starting and stopping the grass trimmer

• Make sure, that the battery is connected to the grass trimmer, that the cutting element guard,  was removed protection, and that the cutting element has no contact with any part of the body or other objects.
• Adopt a position, that ensures balance. With one hand catch the front handle. With the other hand grasp the rear handle. Push with your thumb the lock switch, and press the switch with other fingers, this will start the trimmer.
• During operation, it is not necessary to hold the lock.
• The grass trimmer is stopped after releasing pressure on the switch. The cutting device can rotate for some time after the engine is stopped. It is forbidden to stop the cutting element by pressing it to the ground or another object.
• After a complete stoppage of the cutting element, you should disconnect the shear from the power supply by disconnecting it from the battery. Then proceed to maintenance.

Work with the trimmer

• Do not allow the operation of the device at low rev speeds or during startup.
• It is recommended, to move the grass trimmer from right to left during its work. You should avoid mowing, by moving the trimmer from left to right. This will allow the operator to avoid, during cutting, the ejected remnants of cut grass.
• Avoid mowing the shrubs and bushes. Working the grass trimmer near trees can damage their bark. Hitting with line stones, bricks, walls, or similar surfaces, can lead to very rapid wear of the line.
• You should avoid cutting by the upper quadrant of the cutting element (IX). This will prevent situations when the grass trimmer is rebound in the direction of the operator in the event of blockage of the cutting element during operation.

Tips useful when working

• You should ensure balance and proper posture while you work. Be extremely careful when working on slippery, sloping, or uneven ground.
• During operation, the cutting element must be constantly monitored. Do not carry out the cut in places that are remaining out of sight.
• Before you start your work, you should carefully inspect the workplace, and remove any loose branches and remnants of previous cutting.
• When you work you should use regular breaks. The device, during its operation, emits noise and vibration, that affect the equipment operator. The use of regular breaks and personal protective equipment such as gloves, hearing protection, and eye protection can reduce the impact of the device operation on the operator’s condition.
• You should start the work being healthy and in good shape. In the event of nausea, headache, or visual disturbances (e.g….. reduced
• field of vision), hearing problems, and dizziness you should immediately stop working with the device.
• Tall grass should be cut gradually from the top, this will reduce the risk of winding up of the cut grass on the line spool. Try to cut grass only by the end of the line, this will reduce the risk of winding up of the cut grass on the line spool.
• If during the operation any element of the grass trimmer or guard becomes damaged or deformed, you should replace it or fix it before the start of the device operation.

Safety Recommendations for Battery Loading

Attention! Before loading may start make sure the body of the charger, the cable, and the plug are not broken or damaged. It is prohibited to use a damaged loading dock and charger! For loading batteries, only the charging dock and the charger provided may be used. Using another charger may be a cause of fire or damage to the tool. Batteries may be charged only in a dry room, protected from unauthorized persons, particularly children. Do not use the charging dock and the charger without the permanent supervision of an adult! If it is necessary to leave the room where loading is taking place, it is required to disconnect the charger from the mains, removing the charger from the mains socket. In case smoke comes out of the charger, or a strange smell is emitted, etc., it is required to immediately remove the plug of the charger from the main socket!

The drill and automatic return screwdriver are provided with an unloaded battery, so before work may commence, it is required to charge it following the procedure below, using the charger and charging dock provided. Li-ION batteries do not show the so-called “memory effect”, so it is allowed to charge at any moment. However, it is recommended to discharge them during normal work, and then load them to their full capacity. If due to the nature of the task it is not possible to do so each time, then it is required to do it at least from time to time. Under no circumstances is it allowed to discharge the batteries short-circuiting the electrodes, since this would cause irreversible damage! It is also prohibited to check the load of the batteries, short- circuiting the electrodes for sparking.

Storage of the battery
In order to prolong the life of the battery, it is required to provide adequate storage conditions. The batteries can go through ap- proximately 500 „loading – discharging” cycles. The battery must be stored between 0 and 30°C, at a relative humidity of 50%. To store the battery for a prolonged period, it is required to charge it to approximately 70% of its capacity. In case of prolonged storage, it is required to recharge the battery once a year. Do not permit excessive discharging of the battery, since this would reduce its life and may cause irreversible damage.

During storage, the battery will be gradually unloaded due to leakage conductance. The process of automatic unloading depends on the temperature of storage, since the higher the temperature, the faster the process. In case of incorrect storage of batteries, there is a danger of electrolyte leakage. In case of leakage, it is required to protect the leakage with a neutralizing agent. In case of contact of electrolyte with the eyes, it is required to rinse the eyes abundantly, and then immediately seek medical assistance. It is prohibited to use a tool with a damaged battery.

In case the battery is completely worn out, it is required to deposit it at a special point dedicated to the disposal of such waste.

Transport of the batteries
Lithium-ion batteries are by legal regulations treated as dangerous waste. The user of the tool may transport the tool with the battery or only batteries by land. Then no additional conditions must be complied with. If transport is realized by third parties (for example dispatch through courier service), then it is required to proceed by regulations for the transport of dangerous materials. Before shipment, contact an authorized person.

It is prohibited to transport damaged batteries. During transport, the battery must be removed from the tool, and the exposed contacts protected, e.g. with insulating tape. Protect the batteries so that they do not move inside the package during transport. It is also required to comply with national regulations for the transport of dangerous materials.

Charging the battery

Attention! Before charging you should disconnect the charger from the mains by unplugging the power supply plug from the mains. In addition, you should clean the battery and its terminals of dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth. The battery has a built-in charge indicator. When you press the button, LEDs will light up (XIV), the more LEDs will light up, the more fully the battery pack is charged. If the button is pressed and the LEDs are off it means that the battery is discharged. Disconnect the battery from the tool.

• Push the battery in the charger socket (XIV). Plug the charger into a mains socket.
• When the red LED lights up, it means the loading process.
• When charging is complete, the red LED goes off, and the green LED lights up, indicating a full charge of the battery. Unplug the charger from the main outlet.
• Remove the battery from the charging station, by pressing the battery latch button.
• Attention! If, when the charger is connected to the power supply, the green LED is on, this indicates a fully charged battery. In this case, the charger does not start charging.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THE PRODUCT ****

Attention! Before starting any operation, which is described below, you should switch off the grass trimmer from its power supply, The tool, which is mainly powered, should be disconnected from the wall outlet, and the tool, which is battery operated, should be disconnected from the battery.

After each use, you should examine your tool condition with particular emphasis on the patency of the ventilation openings. Check the alignment of all elements of the tool. Any loose connections should be tightened. Check the status of the cutting element. The cutting element guard and the spool should be clean of grass debris. If you notice damage to the cutting element guard and/or to the spool, they must be replaced before further work. It is forbidden to use the trimmer with a damaged cutting element guard and/or damaged spool.

The tool housing should be cleaned with a soft dry cloth. Clean the housing of residual grass, oil, grease, and other contaminants. The tool should be stored in a dry, closed room, disconnected from the power supply. The tool should be stored in the areas, which are shaded, dry, and equipped with adequate ventilation to prevent condensation. The place should not be available for bystanders, especially children. During storage, the blades should always be protected by the cover.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare and guarantee with full responsibility that the following products: Cordless grass trimmer 18 V d.c.; 250 / 300 mm; 7200 min-1; item no. YT-82830, and YT-82831 fulfill requirements of the following European Directive: 2000/14/WE Conformity assessment procedure: Manufacturer quality-control system, examination of the manufacturer’s technical file, and periodical inspection by a notified body

Notified body: Intertek Testing; Certification Ltd. notification no.: 0359 Intertek House, Cleeve Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7SB; United Kingdom Measured sound power level on an equipment representative for this type: 93 dB(A) Guaranteed sound power level for this equipment: 96 dB(A) conformity and references of the other Community Directives applied:

2006/42/WE Machinery and safety devices 2014/30/UE  Electromagnetic compatibility 2011/65/UE Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances
Wrocław, 2023.02.01
(Place and date of issue)

(Name and signature of authorized person)

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