NAKAYAMA ET6100 ELECTRIC TELESCOPIC 550W User Manual

NAKAYAMA ET6100 ELECTRIC TELESCOPIC 550W

ART NO: 034278

• The manufacturer reserves the right to make minor changes to product design and technical specifications without prior notice unless these changes significantly affect the performance and safety of the products. The parts described/illustrated in the pages of the manual that you hold in your hands may also concern other models of the manufacturer’s product line with similar features and may not be included in the product you just acquired.
• Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
• To ensure the safety and reliability of the product and the warranty validity, all repair, inspection, repair or replacement work, including maintenance and special adjustments, must only be carried out by technicians of the authorized service department of the manufacturer.

Description of main parts (Picture A)

Safety Instructions

Your electric grass trimmer should always be used in accordance with this manual.
This device is intended solely for mowing grass in private gardens. Any other use not expressly permitted in these instructions may result in damage and may pose a serious hazard to the user and is not permitted.
In particular, the unit must never be used :

• On steep land,
• On a rainy day or in a humid environment,
• From intensively,
•  For children under 16,
• For unaccompanied minors.

Safety Symbols and Labels

• Danger! Warning! Caution!
  This symbol indicates a danger, warning or caution. It indicates that the operator security is at stake.

• Read the instruction manual
  The instruction manual contains information designed to draw attention to the possible problems of safety, the risk of damage to the machine as well as useful tips for start-up, operation and maintenance. Please observe all notes, explanations and instructions in this manual extras for optimal and safe use of this product.

• Keep a safe distance
  The operator is responsible for the safety of others present in the work area of the machine. Never use the trimmer while others, especially children, or even pets, are nearby.

• Do not expose the unit to rain
  Never expose the machine to rain or wet conditions. Do not use this machine in the rain

• Do not put your hands under the baffle which could result in serious injury.

• Maintenance of the machine
  Remove the plug from the socket before all adjustment operations, cleaning, transport, maintenance or when you leave it unattended

• Damaged power cord
  Never use an appliance with the power cord is damaged or frayed. Do not touch. Remove the plug on the power cord from the electrical outlet immediately.

• Electrical Hazard
  This device operates with a dangerous voltage

• Risk of splashing while working
  Keep all persons, children and animals of the work area

• Wear protection
  Wear close-fitting clothing suitable for work gloves, eye and ear protection, and sturdy shoes slip when using this trimmer

• Double insulation
  For your safety, this appliance is equipped with double electrical insulation. Therefore it is not necessary that it be connected to a grounded outlet.

• Recycling
  This product must not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at the collection site for the recycling and recovery of electrical and electronic waste

Before using

• Study this manual thoroughly

• Familiarize yourself with the operation of the grass trimmer and learn to use it properly

• Never allow others (especially children) who have not read the manual to use the machine.

• If the unit must be given to other people, give them as this manual.

• Never remove the labels or security elements

• Do not use the grass trimmer if the trigger on / off does not work properly. If necessary, contact your dealer for any repair.

• Check the condition of the adjustable handle and the spool wire, make sure the fixing parts are safe before each use. Replace them If worn or missing.

• Do not cut near other electrical machines.

• Never expose the electric grass trimmer to rain or moisture. Never allow water or other liquids enter the machine.

•  Do not operate grass trimmer in an environment with flammable items such as liquids, gases or dust. The sparks generated by the operation of the machine can cause an explosion.

• Check that the voltage and frequency indicated on the specification label affixed to the electrical grass trimmer correspond to the mains electricity supply.

• To connect the grass trimmer to the power, use only appropriate and compliant power equipment in perfect condition. Use a flexible extension, brightly coloured for outdoor use with a maximum length of fifty meters with conductors of at least 12mm

• Keep the cord away from the radius of action of the machine and make sure it is not subjected to tension. Move the cable from water, heat and sharp edges.

• Do not start cutting until the work area is cleared and cleaned. Keep the work area clean and tidy to reduce the risk of accident.

• Check the ground and remove the lawn glass, stone, wood, plastic, scrap metal, branches and other debris that may be thrown by the cutting edge wire and damage the cutting system.

• During the first use, it is recommended that the user be accompanied by an experienced person.

• This grass trimmer is intended solely for trimming lawn edges and small grassed surfaces in private gardens. Any other use not permitted in this manual use can lead to damage, can be a serious hazard to the user and is not permitted.
  In particular, the machine should not be used:

• in an intensive way,

• for agriculture or forest maintenance.

• or trimming bushes and hedges.

• for grinding garden waste for compost

• To avoid any risk of explosion, do not operate the trimmer wire in an environment with flammable items such as liquids, gases or dust.

When using

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

• Do not use when the grass is wet.

• The use of power equipment can be regulated. Remember to comply with legal regulations which may differ from one location to another.

• Do not use the machine if you are tired or ill. Also, avoid use if you have consumed alcohol or taken drugs. A moment of inattention can result in serious injury.

• When using, keep the hair away from the machine. Never wear loose clothing or accessories such as ties, cords, scarf or jewelry that could get caught in the machine or in the cutting system such as neckties, scarves or jewelry.

• Wear close-fitting clothing, convenient and protect you from cuts. Always wear long pants, sturdy and non-slip shoes, and protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, a helmet with a visor and acoustic shield, etc.

• Do not allow anyone to remain in the range of the electric grass trimmer during use.
  Keep people, children and animals away from the work area. If it is a group work, keep sufficient distance between people.

• Make sure that the handles are clean and dry. When the machine is running, always firmly grip the front handle with your left hand and the rear handle with your right hand.

• Always work in a stable balanced and firm position. Do not work on slippery or unstable ground. Firmly hold the grass waist with both hands. Put yourself in a position that allows you to withstand the forces applied by a backlash. Never let go of the machine.

• Always begin cutting with the tool when it is on.

• When trimming, avoid obstacles such as fences, branches, stakes that can not be cut and that may damage the cutting system.

• Never operate a damaged machine repaired poorly, poorly fitted or changed arbitrarily.

• Do not overload the machine. Always use the proper equipment for the job.

• Hold the string head below the deflector. Hold the device in its normal operating position to position “stands edge” or parallel to the lawn to cut.

•  Never install pieces metal cutting.

• Always keep hands and feet away from the cutting tool, especially when the machine is running.

WARNING: To reduce the time of exposure to vibration and noise, it is preferable to use the machine with frequent breaks, and limiting the duration of continuous work.
WARNING: The vibration level during actual use of the tool can differ from the declared depending on how the tool is used total value, and the need to iden-tify security measures to protect the operator are based on an estimate of the exposure in the actual conditions of use, taking into account all parts of the user such as the times when the tool is turned off and when it is running idle cycle.

After using

• Always unplug the unit before making any checking or maintenance.

• Do not carry the grass trimmer when it is not unplugged and completely stopped.

• Always follow the instructions provided for maintenance. After each use, check the operation of safety devices, setting, tension and condition of parts. Maintain unit.
  Replace worn or damaged parts.

• Do electric grass trimmer repair by qualified personnel. For safety reasons, use only original spare parts or approved by Nakayama.

• Keep the electric grass trimmer clean and keep it always disconnected in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

• Keep this manual carefully and consult it whenever you use the machine.

Instructions for use
Unauthorized modification can make dangerous machine and lead to severe injury during use. The manufacturer disclaims any liability in case of misuse or failure to comply with the instructions and / or regulations in force.

Prepare the grass trimmer
CAUTION: Do not plug the machine to the power supply until you fully assembled and set the machine.

Assembly the grass trimmer

• Unpack the unit carefully and make sure the cleanliness, the presence and condition of all parts. If in doubt, contact your dealer.
• Install the handle using the four screws provided.
• Adjust the front handle as shown in Fig 1 and Fig 2.
• Adjust the height of the telescopic tube as shown in fig 3.

Using the grass trimmer
Before using, always check the presence and correct operation of safety devices. Also 0check the status of the cutting system and its attachment. If necessary, replace or repair defective components. Use only original parts or approved by Nakayama.
WARNING: Never work with a power cord damaged or excessively worn because you might hurt yourself.

Starting the grass trimmer

• Fully unroll the power cord.
• Use cable hook on the upper handle to hang the cord to the machine Fig 4
• When cutting, make sure the extension cord is always behind you, on the side cut already.
• Hold the grass trimmer with both hands, the protection guard parallel to the floor and the unit close to the body without placing the product on the floor.
• Press the button on trigger with thumb, pull the trigger by holding tightly to start the machine.

Stop the grass trimmer

• Release the trigger switch to stop the machine
• The machine stops completely after a few seconds.
• Unplug the power socket for safety

Adjustment of cutting
Do the adjustment of the cutting when machine is stopped, unplugged.
Press the black button release spool as illustrated fig 5 while pulling both wire on each side of the spool simultaneous-ly. Repeat several times if necessary to have a length of the radius of the protection guard.

The cutting position could be adjusted by pressing the button per Fig. 6.

Using the grass trimmer as edging function
You can use your grass trimmer with the cutting head in a vertical position using edge function (Fig. 7). To do this, you simply unlock the locking ring from its normal position by pulling up the locking ring of the lower tube and simultaneously turn one full turn the lower tube for a new lock (Fig.8).

Cleaning, maintenance, transportation and storage

CAUTION: All cleaning, transportation and maintenance must be done when machine stopped and unplugged.

Cleaning the grass trimmer

• After each use, remove the grass clippings under the guard.
• Regular cleaning after each use allows a better functioning and greater life of the trimmer.
• Maintain the surface of the unit with a soft damp cloth. Never clean plastic with a chemical that may damage.

CAUTION: Never immerse the of the trimmer electric wire in water or other liquids for cleaning. Never clean the unit with strong and high pressure or water.

Maintenance of grass trimmer
Apart from the regular cleaning, no special maintenance is required for this machine.

Transport and storage of the grass trimmer

• Unplug the machine is essential for storage and transportation.
• Store your trimmer in a dry, temperate and dark. Put it in a place out of reach of children. .
• It is not advisable to cover the trimmer wire with a tarp because it could cause an accumulation of moisture on the device and cause damage to the electric motor.

Technical Data

In keeping with our policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to change the design and configuration of any product without notice. Thus, the text and images of this manual and packaging are for illustrative purposes only and may not under any circumstances be the basis for a legal claim or another.

Troubleshooting

the cord or plug. If they are damaged, replace them
The switch is faulty or defective| Please contact your local dealer
The carbon is worn or motor failure| Please contact your local dealer
The machine is cutting poorly| The wire is not long enough The spool is empty.| Manually out of the wire from the spool Please contact your local dealer
Strong vibrations of the machine| The motor shaft has been bent into contact with a stone| Please contact your local dealer
The tool stops or operates intermittently| The power cord or extension cord is damaged.| Replace the extension cord and / or contact your Nakayama dealer

Protection of the environment
To act for the protection of the environment, we recommend taking consider the following.

• Take care of your grass trimmer regularly and replace damaged parts.
• When your device is end of life, return it to your dealer for recycling

Waste Disposal
According to the European Directive on the disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment, power tools that are no longer usable must be collected and follow a path of appropriate recycling. Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste.

• The manufacturer reserves the right to make minor changes to product design and technical specifications without prior notice unless these changes significantly affect the performance and safety of the products. The parts described/illustrated in the pages of the manual that you hold in your hands may also concern other models of the manufacturer’s product line with similar features and may not be included in the product you just acquired.
• Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
• To ensure the safety and reliability of the product and the warranty validity, all repair, inspection, repair or replacement work, including maintenance and special adjustments, must only be carried out by technicians of the authorized service department of the manufacturer.

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