Initial Operation; Switching On/Off - IVT GTE-1000 Manual

Instruction manual
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure that all
components are included. Refer to the drawings on this
EN
manual. If any parts are missing or broken, please call
an IVT assistance center.
ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Always disconnect the
trimmer from the mains before making
adjustments!
Assembling the whole shaft >> [F2]
Fitting, adjusting the auxiliary handle (4) >> [F3]
Fitting the trimmer safety guard (12) >> [F4]
WARNING! Never operate the tool
without the trimmer safety guard (12)
properly in place. Use of the unit without
having installed the safety guard (12)
will cause the motor to overheat, and
void the warranty, but above all it can
result in very serious injury.
WARNING! Take care against injury
from the line cutter (24) fitted on the
trimmer safety guard (12) for trimming
the cutting line (22) to length: it has a
very sharp cutting edge.
1. Snap the trimmer safety guard (12) over the metal
bracket at the end of the lower shaft (8).
2. Fix the trimmer safety guard (12) in position with
screws.
Assembling the carrying strap (6) >> [F5]
Using the cable strain-relief hook (5)
Before connecting the cord to the mains supply, make
sure that the extension cord is located through the
cable strain-relief hook (5). This will prevent undue
pressure being put on the cord connections and is an
important safety device.
Assembling the cutting head (11)
1. Align the hole of gearhead (14) with the hole of
inner flange (15) and insert the metal bar into the holes
AND ADJUSTING
to block the shaft so that parts won't rotate [F6-A].
2. Use the combination wrench to loosen the locking
nut (16) and take it off. CAUTION! Left-hand thread.
3. Remove the cover plate (17) and outer flange (18).
4. Install the cutting head (11) [F6-B].
5. Screw cutting head (11) onto the threaded output
of the shaft as far as stop.
6. Remove the metal bar.
Assembling the brushcutter blade (13) >> [F7]
Brushcutter blades (13) can be used as an alternative
to nylon monofilament line for cutting grass and
ordinary weeds. However, blades should never be used
for edging against solid surfaces.
1. Align the hole of gearhead (14) with the hole of
inner flange (15) and insert the metal bar into the holes
to block the shaft, so that parts won't rotate.
2. Use the combination wrench to loosen the locking
nut (16) and take it off.
3. Remove the cover plate (17), outer flange (18) and
inner flange (15).
4. Place the inner flange (15) back on.
5. Install the brushcutter blade (13).
6. Place the outer flange (18) back on properly.
7. Insert the cover plate (17) and the locking nut (16).
8. Tighten the locking nut (16).
9. Remove the metal bar.

INITIAL OPERATION

Always use the correct supply voltage: the power
supply voltage must match the information quoted on
the tool identification plate.

SWITCHING ON/OFF

Switching On >> [F8]
WARNING! Switch on only when your
hands and feet are away from the
cutting tools.
Hold the device firmly and without letting it touch the
grass that has to be cut.
∙
Depress the lock-off button (1) and the on/off
switch (2) at the same time.
Switching Off
∙ Release the on/off switch (2).
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