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GRASS TRIMMER AFTERSALES SERVICE 01904 727505 450W MON-FRI 9am-5pm SAT/SUN 11am-4pm GT450 www.spearandjackson-power.com Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your grass trimmer These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your grass trimmer, protecting your power tool investment.
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Thank you! Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Spear and Jackson grass trimmer. Spear and Jackson was founded in 1760 in the city of Sheffield, which is world famous for the production of steel, cutlery and garden and hand tools. Through continuous innovation and the use of new technologies and materials, Spear and Jackson has gained an enviable reputation as a supplier of reliable, high performance and high quality products designed to make your work in the...
ConTEnTS Safety Information Description of symbols General safety Safety warnings Personal safety Operational safety Maintenance and storage safety Intended use Box Content / Parts assembly Safety guard assembly Front handle assemble Plant protector assemble Connect to main supply operation General operation Height adjustment Handle adjustment Edging...
SaFETy InFoRMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine DESCRIPTIon oF SyMBoLS The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when operating and maintaining the grass trimmer. IMPoRTanT! Warning! Cutting device continues to rotate after the motor...
SaFETy InFoRMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine GEnERaL SaFETy ELECTRICaL SaFETy IMPoRTanT! Power tool plugs must match the outlet. ■ Keep this instruction manual in a safe Never modify the plug in any way. Do ■...
SaFETy InFoRMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine you are tired or under the influence of Disconnect the plug from the power source ■ drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of and/or the battery pack from the power tool inattention while operating power tools may before making any adjustments, changing result in serious personal injury.
SaFETy InFoRMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine oPERaTIonaL SaFETy Use the product only in daylight or good The product should be supplied via a ■ ■ artificial light. residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
SaFETy InFoRMaTIon Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine supply or the battery pack) and check for damage after use. Disconnect the product from the power ■ supply (i.e. remove the plug from the power supply or the battery pack) before carrying out maintenance or cleaning work.
BoX ConTEnT PaRTS Pig tail Tilt adjustment pedal Main handle Pole on/off Switch knob Wheel Cable retainer Front handle angle adjustment button Locking sleeve length adjustment Cable collector Guard Extension cable Plant guard Screw x4 If there are any parts missing, please call the customer helpline on 01904 727505 www.spearandjackson-power.com AFTER sAlEs suppoRT 01904 727505...
aSSEMBLy Safety guard assembly i. Align the guard (7) to the trimmer head and place it over it. ii. Secure the guard with the screws. Front handle assemble i. Loosen the knob and remove it together with the bolt from the auxiliary handle. ii.
aSSEMBLy Connect to main supply For safety reasons the product is equipped with a short power cord. Do not connect the product to the power supply via this power cord. A suitable extension cable is provided with the product. Observe the technical requirements for this product when purchasing an extension cord.
oPERaTIon General operation i. Check the product, its power cord and plug as well as accessories for damage before each use. Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear. ii. Double check that accessories or cutting device are properly fixed.
oPERaTIon Edging i. Adjust the trimmer head to 90 degrees for edging by pressing the locking button. ii. Turn the head 90 degrees. iii. Twist the plant guard to an angle of 90°. Tilt adjustment Adjust the vertical angle of the trimmer head to fit the trimming conditions.
oPERaTIon appliance. To support proper line elongation, ensure that the coil has stopped moving completely before turning on the appliance again. The lines are automatically cut to the correct length by the line cutter. Plant protector Use the plant protector to keep distance to plants like flowers, trees or other objects that could be hit by the cutting device.
oPERaTIon iv. Hold the trimmer head just above the ground at an angle of approximately 30°. v. Move the product slowly from side to side in a swinging motion. vi. Ensure the cutting device remains clean and free from off-cuts that may cause it to jam.
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oPERaTIon iii. Pay special attention when performing the work close to trees and bushes. The cutting head could damage sensitive bark, and damage fence posts. iv. Fold the plant protector out to avoid bringing the cutting device into contact with hard objects such as walls and kerbstones.
MaInTEnanCE This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer. Contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person to have it checked and repaired. Replacing the spool NOTE: Before replace the spool, make sure the mains plug is disconnected from the unit.
MaInTEnanCE i. Hold the loose ends of the line together with one hand, find the center of the line with the other hand and hook this center loop into the groove on the spool. ii. Wind the line following the directional arrows on the spool housing and hook the two ends into the side grooves.
MaInTEnanCE Storage i. Store the product and its accessories in a dry, frost-free place. ii. Always store the product in a place that is inaccessible to children. The ideal storage temperature is between 10 and 30°C. Transportation i. Switch the product off and disconnect from power supply before transporting it anywhere.
TEChnICaL DaTa Model GT450 Input voltage rating 240 V , 50 Hz Input power 450W No load speed 9000min Trimming line Ø 1.4 mm, length 8m Cutting capacity 270mm Angle adjustment 0°~90° Weight Dimensions 92x50x27cm Part number Accessories GT450-57 Front handle...
TRouBLEShooTInG Product does not start • Not connected to power supply • Power cord or plug is defective • Other electrical defect to the product • If any of the parts are defective, such as On/Off switch / motor etc. Please contact after sales support at 01904 727505.
GuaRanTEE If your device develops a fault, please don’t hesitate to contact our customer service department on 01904 727505, we can solve 80% of problems via the phone. 1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights.
Declare that the product Electric grass trimmer Factory No: N1F-GT-280/450-D Model No: GT450 Function: Cut and trim grass Serial number : GT450-150001-150240 Complies with the following directives: EMC Directive: 2004/108/EC Machinery Directive: 2006/42/EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/CE Noise Directive: 2000/14/EC and 2005/88/EC...
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