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SOVEREIGN 250W Grass Trimmer 2937573 (Model: GT2317) Instruction Manual After Sales Support UK/Ireland 0345 640 0800 www.argosspares.co.uk Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your mower, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warnings Symbols The following warning symbols appear throughout this assembly manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when assembly and operating the trimmer. Take extra care, beware of hazards. Read instruction manual.
Safety Information mportant - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warnings Symbols (continued) IMPORTANT! When using this equipment, the following safety precautions must be followed to avoid injuries and damage. • Read all operating instructions carefully and comply with them.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Safety Warning(continued) • Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the trimmer. • Avoid using the trimmer if bystanders, especially children or pets, are nearby. •...
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Safety Information mportant - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Safety Warning (continued) • Ensure you are familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment • Before use, always check the supply and extension cord for signs of damage or ageing. •...
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Precautionary Measures Work area • Do not expose the appliance to rain. Do not use the appliance in damp or wet conditions. • Only use the appliance in daylight or good artificial light. Personal protection •...
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Safety Information mportant - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Precautionary Measures (continued) • Do not allow children, bystanders or animal to come near the work area or to touch the appliance or mains cable. • Remember that the operator maybe held responsible for the accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Precautionary Measures (continued) • Do not use the appliance if the mains cable is damaged or defective. • If the mains cable is damaged or defective it must immediately be repaired by an authorised repair agent to avoid any further hazard.
In the Box Parts Built-In Cord Safety Guard Motor Housing Upper handle Retainer line spool ON/OFF switch Spare spool holder This 10m extend cable is shared with mower/trimmer Customer Helpline 0345 640 0800...
Assembly Step 1 - Assemble the Housing and Handle WARNING! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged. Step 2 - Fitting the Guard 3. Place the guard onto the tool as shown 4. Secure the guard with 2 screws WARNING! Never use the tool unless the guard is properly fitted Customer Helpline 0345 640 0800...
Operating Instructions & Tips Extension Lead Connect the extension lead socket to the plug on the mower. Hook the cord of the extension lead through the cord retainer. This helps to prevent accidental disconnection during usage. Starting and Stopping To prevent cord disconnection, hook the mains lead through the tension strain-relief insert in the handle.
Operating Instructions & Tips Cutting • Gently swing the trimmer from side to side. • When cutting long grass, work in stages, cutting from the top of the grass down. This helps to prevent the grass from wrapping itself around the cutter head. Keep away from hard objects and delicate pants.
Maintenance You tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning. WARNING! Before performing any maintenance, switch off and unplug the tool. Regularly clean the ventilation slot in your tool using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Maintenance Spool Storage A spare cutting line spool can be stored in the recess below the rear handle. If you store your spare spool here it will always be ready to hand when the line on the spool being used runs out. Customer Helpline 0345 640 0800...
Maintenance Spool Storage (continued) 10. To store a spare spool, push it into the recess as shown. 11. Turn the spool as illustrated to lock it in place. 12. The spool should sit securely in the recess and will always be conveniently available when the line on the spool runs out.
Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting If your tool seems not to operate properly, follow the instruction below. If this does not solve the problems, please contact your local repair agent. WARNING! Before proceeding, switch off and unplug Tool runs slowly. Check that the spool housing can rotate freely. Carefully clean it if necessary. Check that the cutting line does not protrude more than 8cm from the spool housing.
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