Tramontina AP1000T, AP1500T Manual

WARNING

• Read the instructions carefully. Operators should be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
• Always use the trimmer with the guard (protective skirt). The guard is a safety device for the operator. Mounted on the guard is the cutting blade that limits the length of the nylon string and prevents the overloading and consequent burnout of the engine.
• The use of the equipment without the guard, or with a nylon string that exceeds the recommended diameter, will void the warranty.
• Before turning on the equipment, check if the trimmer's electrical voltage is set in accordance with the local electrical voltage.

BASIC SAFETY RULES

• This equipment is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or people (including children) who lack the necessary experience and knowledge, unless they have been trained to use the equipment or are being supervised by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not operate this equipment while others are nearby, especially children and pets. Keep the trimmer out of the reach of children when not in use.
• Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with the instructions to use the trimmer. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Children should be supervised so that they do not play with the equipment.
• Do not allow inexperienced people to use the trimmer unless they have read the instruction manual first. Do not allow children to use the trimmer. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or damage to other people and their property.
• Before trimming the grass, clear the area of any rocks, twigs, stumps or other objects that could break the nylon line or cause it to get tangled.
• Always wear sturdy close-toed shoes, long pants, and safety goggles during work. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals.
• Do not operate the trimmer in the rain or on wet grass, and always use it during the day or with good lighting.
• Do not lift the trimmer while it is running. If you need to lift it, make sure the nylon line is kept on the opposite side from the operator.
• Be careful to avoid injury by the blade used to limit the nylon line, located on the trimmer guard. Only switch on the engine when your hands and feet are safely away from the cutting assembly.
• Never use the trimmer if the safety devices are not in perfect condition. Do not operate the equipment if the safety devices are damaged.
• Regularly inspect the power cable. Never splice power cables. If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by an Authorized Technical Service or a qualified individual to avoid the risk of electric shocks. Try to trail the power cable behind the trimmer and always on the side where the grass has already been cut.
• For any maintenance, cleaning, transportation, storage, and/or adjustment, switch off the trimmer's engine, unplug the power cable, and wait for the nylon line to stop completely.
• If the equipment vibrates in an unusual way it must be checked immediately.

Remove the plug from the outlet whenever:

• You leave the equipment untended;
• Before clearing any obstacles;
• Before checking, cleaning, or carrying out any equipment maintenance;
• The equipment starts to vibrate in an unusual way;
• The equipment has heavily struck an obstacle. In this event, check the equipment and repair it if necessary.

To ensure safety, this product must be used with a power source that complies with ANBR5410, which requires a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI), with a current rating of less than 30 mA. The purpose of this device is to protect the user from the risk of electric shock (consult an electrician)

MAIN PARTS

1. Grip
2. Switch
3. Handle
4. Openings for ventilation
5. Clamp
6. Plug
7. Body
8. Guard
9. Metal shaft
10. Nylon string
11. Reel cover
12. Spool housing
13. Limiter blade
14. Spool
15. Carrying handle

TECHNICAL FEATURES

• All nylon string trimmers are manufactured according to the IEC 60335 standard.
• Product certified by Inmetro (Brazilian Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology) according to OCP-0034, NCC, Safety, Compulsory.
• Class II equipment, earthing not required.

SYMBOLS

Turn off and disconnect the plug from the outlet before adjusting and cleaning the equipment, or if the power cord is twisted or damaged	Use safety goggles	Double insulation
Keep power cord away from moving parts	Do not expose the equipment to humidity or rain	Wait until all of the machine components have come to a complete stop before touching them
Keep people and children away from the danger zone which is approximately 15 meters (16 yards)

EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY

Guard - Fig. 01

Mount the guard (2) on the body (1) by fitting the three pins on the body into the notches on the guard and attaching it with the three screws (3).

Handle - Fig. 02

Attach the handle (4) to the grip (5), with its curvature as pictured. Adjust to the desired angle and insert the bolt (6) in the handle (4). Attach the knob (7) on the other side and tighten until secured. The bolt may be fitted on either the left or right side.

Handle adjustment - Fig. 02 and 03

To adjust the position of the handle (4), loosen the knob (7), set to the desired position, and tighten the knob (7) again.

Using the equipment without the guard (protective skirt) will void the warranty.

OPERATION AND USE

Before using the equipment, read carefully the user and maintenance manual.
Before turning on the equipment, check if the trimmer's electrical voltage is set in accordance with the local electrical voltage.
For your safety and to prevent the electric cable from being disconnected from the plug during its use, bend the cable (1) and pass it through the opening (2), [Fig. 04], then fit it in the clamp (3), [Fig. 05], only then connect the electric cable to the plug of the grass trimmer.

The trimmer must be used with both hands. Secure the grip with one hand and the handle with the other.
Keep the switch pressed down constantly while operating, and avoid oscillations in the rotation of the engine.
To turn off the trimmer, just release the switch.
A suitable extension cord is fundamental for the safe and efficient use of the equipment. Table 1 presents the recommended size of the extension cord to be used based on its length and the voltage of the electrical network.

The size of the electric cable must be in accordance with Table 01:

Use
Keep the switch pressed down and lift the trimmer about 3 cm from the ground. In this position move the trimmer slowly from one side to the other to trim the grass.
Never use the trimmer without the guard or if it is damaged, since the guard helps to cool the engine, limits the length of the nylon string and is a safety device for the operator.
A 2-minute interval is recommended after 15 minutes of continuous use, to ensure a longer useful life for the engine and avoid an overload.

This equipment is recommended for occasional (domestic) use for lawns of up to 100 square meters, for outlines, edges and corners. The area may be larger or smaller depending on the equipment's conditions of use: type of grass, height of grass, temperature, humidity, etc.

Do not overload the trimmer by using on tall grass. If needed, carry out several trims, starting on top and trimming progressively lower. Do not use on humid or wet grass.

MAINTENANCE

For any maintenance or monitoring operation, the electric cable must be disconnected from the outlet.

Replacing the spool

Keep the spool housing (1) fixed and turn the spool cover (2) in a counterclockwise direction [Fig. 06].

Remove the used spool (3) and place the new spool, so that the string passes through opening in the spool cover [Fig. 07].

Then replace the assembled top cover and spool (4) by pressing it against the spool housing (1), and turning it in a clockwise direction until you hear it click into place [Fig. 08].

Reloading the nylon string

Only use nylon string with the recommended diameter of 1.8 mm and length of 8 meters.

The spool can be reloaded, as follows
Fit the string into the spool opening (1) according to figure [Fig. 09].

Coil the string in the direction indicated by the arrow on the reel (2), [Fig. 10] as uniformly as possible, respecting the recommended maximum length of 8 meters.

Replacement parts

It is recommended that replacement parts and nylon string spools are of the same Tramontina brand and model. The string used in the spools is specifically for this purpose.

Nylon string adjustment

Manual
While holding down the spool button (1) [Fig. 11] pull the nylon string out to the limiter blade on the guard. Then release the spool button and the nylon string so that the spool may automatically be adjusted to its housing.

Automatic
With the engine in operation, lightly press the spool button down against the ground [Fig. 12,]. The excess string will be cut by the limiter
blade (2), [Fig. 11] when the trimmer is operated.

CARE AFTER USE

• After use, always disconnect the trimmer from the outlet.
• When not in use, the trimmer must be stored out of the reach of children.
• Never replace the nylon string with one not specified by Tramontina.
• Never use metal to replace the nylon string.
• Always keep the ventilation openings of the engine clean.
• After use, clean the trimmer using a wet cloth or brush.
• Never pour water on the trimmer.

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