redback E312D 40V Lithium-Ion Cordless Line Owner’s Manual

redback E312D 40V Lithium-Ion Cordless Line Owner’s Manual

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General Safety Warnings.

1. After release the On/Off switch, the cutter bar continues running briefly. Risk of injury!
2. To protect against injury from the cutter blade, have a specialist garage perform all work such as replacing or regrinding the cutter blade (special tools required).
3. Before performing any maintenance and cleaning work on the garden tool, remove the battery.
4. Protect the battery contacts when the battery is not being used. Loose metal parts may short-circuit the contacts – Explosion and fire hazard!

Before using the tool, read the operating manual. Read all safety warnings and all instructions including the currently valid site rules and regulations for the prevention of accidents. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

  Do not throw batteries and other electrical products into the household waste, fire, or water.

Recycle to protect the environment.

Do not expose to rain or wet conditions.

Protective goggles/visor, protective helmet & hearing protection.

Safety Instructions

User

This garden tool is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for their safety.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the garden tool. Supervise children. This will ensure that children do not play with the unit.

Intended Use

This garden tool is intended exclusively to trim lawn edges according to the descriptions and safety instructions indicated in this operating manual.

Any other use is not as intended. Improper use is not covered by the warranty and the manufacturer will reject any liability. The user is liable for all injuries to third parties and damage to their property.

Operate the unit only in the technical condition as stipulated and delivered by the manufacturer. Arbitrary changes to the unit will exclude the manufacturer from any liability for resulting injury and/or damage.

Preparation

1. Familiarize yourself with the unit and its functions as well as its controls.
2. Inspect the trimmer before switching it on and check for signs of wear and damage. Never use the grass trimmer with damaged or missing guards,
3. Have damage repaired by a qualified technician or the service center.
4. Do not use a unit which has a defective switch and can no longer be switched on or off.
5. When working with or on the unit, always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the unit when barefoot or wearing sandals.
6. Check the terrain on which the unit will be used and remove any stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects, which could be picked up by the unit, to avoid endangering people.

During Operation

1. Do not switch on the unit if there are persons (particularly children) or animals in the immediate vicinity.
2. Ensure that children do not play with the unit.
3. Interrupt working if you notice that persons (particularly children) or pets are nearby.
4. Be particularly careful when changing direction. There is a risk of tripping!
5. Be particularly careful when trimming backwards or pulling the trimmer towards yourself.
6. Maintain a safe distance as provided by the handle frame.
7. Do not switch on the trimmer until your feet are at a safe distance from the trimmer head
8. Be careful and do not reach into the path of the trimmer line.
9. Never run over gravel while the trimmer is spinning. There is a risk of being hit by stones!
10. If possible, do not trim wet grass.
11. Do not work with the garden tool in a potentially explosive environment in which there are flammable liquids, gases or dust.
12. When interrupting work, never leave the unit unattended and keep it in a safe place.

For The Battery Charger

1. Do not place any objects on the battery charger and do not place the battery charger on soft surfaces.
2. Please read safety instructions for Li-ion batteries. There is a risk of explosion.
3. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
4. If other batteries are used, e.g. imitations, reconditioned batteries or third-party products, there is a risk of injuries as well as damage caused by exploding batteries.
5. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. This may cause an internal short-circuit and the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your main-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work Area Safety

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
2. 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.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Personal Safety

1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce the risk of injury.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to the power source and/or battery pack, picking up, or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or power tools that have been turned on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may increase the risk of injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught by moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure that these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

Power Tool Use And Care

1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if it can’t be turned on and off by its switch. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or before storing the power tool. Such preventive safety measure reduces the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain the power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Battery Tool Use And Care

1. 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.
2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3. 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 fire.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If you accidentally contact the battery liquid, flush it with water. If the battery liquid contacts the eyes, seek medical help as soon as possible. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair professional using only the identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Guaranteed

sound power level

| 96 dB(A)
Battery (Lithium-Ion)| EP20 (2.0Ah)
EP40 (4.0Ah)
EP60 (6.0Ah)| 27 mins

51 mins

80 mins

Battery Charger| EC20 (2.0A)
EC50 (5.0A)
Weight| 6.8 lbs (3.1 kg)
Tool Warranty| 12 months
*You can extend the warranty by registering your product online within 30 days of purchase
Battery Warranty| 6 months
*You can extend the warranty by registering your product online within 30 days of purchase

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

Warning! Remove the battery pack before cleaning or maintaining the tool, fitting the edger wheel or plant guard or before making any adjustments to the tool, especially around the string head. Remove the battery pack before transporting or storing the tool.

Fitting the guard

The guard is an essential part of the tool and must ALWAYS be used. Otherwise, damage to the trimmer and injury to the operator may occur. The guard is not fitted to the trimmer when it is delivered to you to avoid damage in transit. To fit the guard, align the opening in the guard with the underside of the trimmer head as shown. Tighten the four screws (highlighted in the drawing) to fix the guard in place.

Wheel Assembly Installation

The edger wheels are needed for edge trimming, and although they are not needed for normal trimming, they can be left fitted to the machine during normal trimming operations. To fit the edger wheel assembly, slide it downwards onto the grey plastic track on the left side of the trimmer head. You will feel it click into place. You may need to use a screwdriver to lift the locking tab before you can slide the assembly into place
The edger wheel assembly can be removed by lifting the locking tab (use a tool if necessary) and sliding upwards.

Fitting the plant guard

The plant guard is used to prevent your trimmer from cutting your plants. The wire plant guard is inserted into the holes provided in the front of the head. The plant guard can be folded up when not in use, or easily removed.

Fitting and Removal of the battery

The battery should always be removed whenever you are not using the tool and especially when you are adjusting or transporting the tool to avoid accidental operation.
To insert the battery, slide it into the battery cradle on the top of the line trimmer, aligning the ribs in the cradle with the slots in the battery until it latches into place. Check that the battery is securely locked into
place
To remove the battery press and hold the latch on the rear of the battery pack and slide the battery away from the trimmer.

Rewinding the spool

The spool is supplied with the line pre-wound. The twisted line is 1.65mm (0.065”) in diameter, which gives a good cutting performance and reduced noise. Follow the instructions below to rewind a new line onto the spool.
To remove the string head, press and hold the shaft lock button and unscrew the head anti-clockwise. Component parts of the string head

Cut a piece of nylon line 1.65mm (0.065”) in diameter maximum 12m long (you may find it easier to practice with a shorter line length at first). Find the center of the line and loop it onto the notch in the center flange of the spool. Wind the line around the spool, in the direction indicated by the arrow on the spool, keeping each end of the line in its own channel. Keep the line tight as you wind so that the line coils smoothly onto the spool

Wrap the line around the spool leaving about 20cm line exposed on each side

Keep the line tight and clip the lines into the notches in the bottom flange of the spool to hold the line in place while you fit the spool into the housing.
The smaller end of the spring goes into the top of the spool Then put the spool and spring into the housing leaving the ends of the line protruding from the cutouts on each side.
Thread the string guides onto the line as shown Slide into place. Do the same on both sides.
Position the cover in place as shown and press the cover onto the housing until the clips snap into place.
Pull-on both ends of the line to free them from the notches in the spool.

To replace the spool, press on the spool lock button and screw the head clockwise onto the shaft and hand tighten.

OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, ENSURE THAT THE GUARD IS FITTED TO THE HEAD OF THE MACHINE. NEVER USE THE MACHINE WITHOUT THE GUARD

Starting/Stopping the trimmer:

To switch the trimmer on, press and hold the safety switch

1. and then pull the trigger switch
2. on the handle.

To switch the trimmer off, release the trigger switch. Be aware that the spool will continue to rotate for a short period.

Height adjustable handle

The auxiliary handle (5) is height adjustable. To move the handle, first release the orange handle clamp on the underside of the handle. Slide the handle to the desired height and clamp in position.

Setting the trimmer head angle

The angle of the trimmer head can be set to different working positions.
Press the “PUSH” button with one hand and rotate the trimmer head to the required position. Release the “PUSH” button and the head will lock into place. There are 5 preset lock positions.

Setting the handle length

Turn the lock sleeve towards the ‘unlock’ symbol about half a turn. Slide the lower part of the trimmer up or down to the desired length. Lock it in position by turning the lock sleeve towards the ‘lock’ symbol.

Trimming Mode

There are 2 working positions, for normal trimming (shown in A) and for edging (shown in B). To use the trimmer in edging mode, it is essential to fit the wheels. In normal trimming mode, the wheels are not used, but need not be detached from the trimmer.

• A
• B

To use the trimmer in edging mode, slide the orange locking knob on the lock sleeve forward and rotate the lower part of the trimmer until the orange knob aligns with the arrow. Release the locking knob and the trimmer will lock into edging mode. Use the same process to return to normal trimming mode.

Maintenance, storage, and disposal

1. Disconnect the machine from the battery pack before carrying out maintenance or cleaning work.

2. When not in use store the machine out of the reach of children.

3. Use only manufacturer recommended replacement parts and accessories.

4. To clean the tool, remove the battery pack and use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Do not immerse the tool in water or spray it with a hose.
   Do not allow any liquid to get inside it. Do not clean with a pressure washer.

5. Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have the machine repaired only by an authorized technician.

6. The battery must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped.

7. The appliance must be disconnected from the supply mains when removing the battery.

8. The battery is to be disposed of safely.

BATTERY CHARGER

WARNING: This charger can be used with an input voltage of 120V and an AC frequency of 60Hz.
To avoid the risk of damage and injury, only use the charger to recharge Redback 40V battery packs. Never try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
WARNING: If the charger isplugged in and no LED lights are illuminated, unplug and check with your nearest authorized service center. Do not attempt to use the charger.

Status indicator lights

The LED light indicates the operating status and the state of charge of the battery.

• LED steady red – the charger is ready to charge, but no battery is connected
• LED flashes green. Battery is charging.
• LED steady green: The battery is fully charged and can be removed.
• LED flashes red: battery fault or overheat. Charging the battery
• Plug the charger into an ACoutlet 100-250V (normal household voltage).
• Insert the battery into the slots of the charger and slide into place until the battery locks into place
• The LED will flash green while the battery is charging
• Once the battery is fully charged, the LED indicator will show a steady green light.
• Remove the battery by pressing and holding the latch button and sliding out of the charger Lithium-Ion batteries have no memory effect – a partial charge will not damage your battery Storage of the charger and battery For long-term storage, it is preferable that the battery is fully charged and stored in a dry place at a temperature between 10 -25 ° C.
• The charger should be stored in the same conditions as the battery, taking care that no foreign object such as metal chip or other objects can enter through the ventilation slots of the charger.

CAUTION: Only use the supplied charger and batteries with this tool

MAJOR TRIMMER PARTS

1. Battery Safety switch
2. Trigger switch
3. Trimmer shaft
4. Auxiliary handle
5. Lock sleeve and edging function button
6. Angle adjustment button
7. Edger wheel
8. Guard
9. Plant protector
10. Spindle lock button

EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST

1

| ****

20910110

| Locking block| ****

1

| ****

33

| ****

20920030

| Right

housing

| ****

1

2

| ****

20910100

| Body cover| ****

1

| ****

34

| ****

20300130

| Right

tumbler

| ****

1

3| 20910090| Pipe sleeve| 1| 35| 20300120| Left tumbler| 1

4

| ****

60390180

| Adjustment

spring

| ****

1

| ****

36

| ****

20920020

| Left housing| ****

1

5

| ****

20470050

| Rotate

switch

| ****

1

| ****

37

| ****

60390190

| Adjustment

spring

| ****

1

6

| ****

71080090

| aluminum

pipe

| ****

1

| ****

38

| ****

20430150

| Angle adjust

wheel

| ****

1

7| 20910120| Clip| 2| 39| 20530080| Left switch| 1
8| ****

60170730

| Tapping

screw

| ****

4

| ****

40

| ****

60070120

| Self-tapping

screw

| ****

2

9

| ****

20910080

| Left adjust

body

| ****

1

| ****

41

| ****

20430160

| Wheel hub| ****

1

10

| ****

20910080

| right adjust

body

| ****

1

| ****

42

| ****

30070070

| Motor| ****

1

11

| ****

71080100

| aluminum

pipe

| ****

1

| ****

43

| ****

20150080

| Lower cover

of gear box

| ****

1

12| 20910050| Locking plate| 1| 44| 60070180| Screw| 2
13| 20910060| Rubber box| 1| 45| 70670320| Motor wheel| 1

14

| ****

20910130

| Lock rubber| ****

1

| ****

46

| ****

20930030

| protection

cover

| ****

1

15

| ****

60070110

| Tapping

screw

| ****

2

| ****

47

| ****

60480070

| Self-tapping

screw

| ****

4

16

| ****

20910040

| auxiliary

handle

| ****

1

| ****

48

| | Head part

assembly

| ****

1

17

| ****

20340140

| Foam tube| ****

1

| ****

49

| ****

60170690

| Self-tapping

screw

| ****

2

18

| ****

20910020

| Aluminum

pipe bushing

| ****

1

| ****

50

| ****

70130450

| Blade| ****

1

19

| ****

60250210

| cylindrical

pin

| ****

1

| ****

51

| ****

60390200

| Spring| ****

1

20

| ****

20910030

| Handle

bracket

| ****

1

| ****

52

| ****

70670340

| Gear shaping| ****

1

21

| ****

60170670

| Self-tapping

screw

| ****

17

| ****

53

| ****

20530100

| button| ****

1

22

| ****

21060130

| Right handle

assembly

| ****

1

| ****

54

| ****

70230170

| Plant guard| ****

1

23| EP40| Battery| | 55| 60250060| cylinder pin| 1

24

| ****

21060110

| Left handle

assembly

| ****

1

| ****

56

| ****

60010210

| Bearing| ****

1

25| 30010240| Male tab| 4| 57| 60350130| Flat key| 1
26| 20800020| Plug in seat| 1| 58| 70030660| Output shaft| 1

27

| ****

20470030

| Self-lock

switch

| ****

1

| ****

59

| ****

70670330

| Gear wheel| ****

1

28

| ****

60380380

| Self-lock

spring

| ****

1

| ****

60

| ****

60240230

| Spring

washer

| ****

1

29

| ****

20470040

| Start switch| ****

1

| ****

61

| ****

20150070

| Upper cover

of gear box

| ****

1

30

| ****

30080030

| Micro switch| ****

1

| ****

62

| ****

60170070

| Self-tapping

screw

| ****

5

31

| ****

60390170

| Start spring| ****

1

| ****

63

| ****

60070120

| Self-tapping

screw

| ****

2

32| 20530090| Right button| 1| 64| 20880400| Wheel| 2
| | | | 65| 20640220| Wheel hub| 1

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