Gardener`s Choice - Grass Trimmer - GCT-260
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1. PUT Gardener s Choice USER MANUAL Please read this instruction manual carefully before operating your new Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 1 7 4 09 3 40 03 PM Congratulations on choosing a Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer Thank you for purchasing a Gardener s Choice 2 stroke Grass Trimmer We are sure that you ll enjoy many years of trouble free performance plus you have the reassurance of a 12 month warranty Inside this guide you will find out all you need to know to correctly operate your new Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer To ensure that you use your new Grass Trimmer responsibly and get the best results possible please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully If after reading this user guide you have any questions on usage safety or any other issue please call our Customer Help Line on 1800 466 068 Contents Gardeners Choice Grass Timmer T6atures ss u u vhveeasiedesydereass anid R 3 Tips ori Grass Timmer Satety caccc a u nu aa dices Sata a AET a 4 Attaching the Nande y uu lu as s S u SQ ul nn gee ma q supa qasay 5 Attaching the satety Quard u y u Sua ua iay ua k S headin 5 Attaching the trimmer head a aie insa P C AE 5 Replacing Wier HIS u raa eeh AEI ASEE ENIRE eTA E RETA 6 Staring your Grass TAMME u sissies anie ak i i i a a e 7 Technical specification Siipi a o amaata E line hee ee 8 Fast troupe SHOOTING eeen iii2. open position After it starts allow the engine to warm up for at least 20 to 30 seconds For warm restarts do not prime just pull the cord and it will start after one or more pulls Figure 10 To stop the engine simply move za k 8 8 C the ignition switch back to the _ STOP position Figure 11 Figure 11 Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 7 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 7 7 4 09 3 40 27 PM Technical specifications Model number Drive train Reduction gear ratio Engine type Engine model Fuel mix Engine idling speed Engine power Spark plug type Spark plug gap Length of main pipe Length of drive shaft Fuel tank capacity Length of line out of hub Noise level Dry weight Warranty 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 8 GCT260 Auto clutch spiralbevel gear flexible shaft al 2 stroke vertical piston valve 1E34F petrol engine 25 1 unleaded petrol to 2 stroke oil 2 800rpm 0 1kw 6 000rpm NGK BPMR7A 0 6 to 0 7 mm 1520 mm 1375 mm 600ml 100 150 mm 79dBA 4 4kg 1 year domestic warranty 8 Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 7 4 09 3 40 41 PM Fast trouble shooting Often a depleted loose or dirty spark plug is responsible for a Grass Trimmer not being able to start but there can be a number of other reasons Refer below to the list of potential problems you may encounter along with suggested
3. debris before beginning and always ensure that you operate your Grass Trimmer a safe distance away over 14 metres from adults children and animals 4 Keep hands feet and clothing away from the Grass Trimmer s moving parts and always wear appropriate footwear avoid sandals or open shoes 5 Never put your hands or feet underneath the guard of the Grass Trimmer while the engine is running 6 Be aware that the machine s exhaust area and other parts of the Grass Trimmer get very hot during and right after use 7 Turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap before cleaning transporting or making adjustments 8 We recommend you avoid trimming when it is raining or after nightfall 9 Do not fill the tank or start the Grass Trimmer indoors or in a poorly ventilated area as exhaust gases contain poisonous substances and petrol fumes are flammable and dangerous 10 Never open the fuel filler cap or fill the tank if the engine is still hot after use And please ensure that you securely tighten the petrol cap after filling 11 Do not transport the Grass Trimmer in a vehicle if there is any petrol in the tank 12 Store fuel and oil in a cool well ventilated place away from direct sunlight and not near gas cylinders or hot water heater systems 13 Do not smoke when filling the fuel tank using the machine or when petrol is in the immediate area And never use or store the Grass Trimmer near a naked flame 14 Gar
4. remedies For servicing and all warranty work contact your local Authorised Gardener s Choice Dealer Problem Likely cause Suggested remedy Engine does not start Out or almost out of fuel Spark plug dirty Spark plug not connected Fuel older than 3 months Water in the fuel tank Fill tank with fresh 2 stroke fuel 25 1 Clean or replace with a new spark plug Press firmly on the terminal cover Drain stale fuel and replace with fresh 2 stroke fuel Contact an authorised Gardener s Choice dealer Engine stops often Blocked fuel supply Fuel cap is not venting Incorrect type of fuel Ensure the fuel line is not pinched or blocked Ensure vent hole in the fuel tank cap is clear Drain tank and fill with 2 stroke fuel 25 1 Engine loses power Dirty air cleaner filter Blocked fuel cap vent holes Clean or replace with a new Gardener s Choice air filter Ensure vent hole in the fuel tank cap is clear Too much vibration Loose line trimmer head 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 9 Check and tighten bolts and nuts accordingly Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 9 7 4 09 3 40 41 PM Basic maintenance made easy WARNING If the Grass Trimmer is not serviced correctly you could void warranty and reduce its ability to operate effectively 1 Spark plug Wait until the engine has cooled before disconnecting the spark plug cover and then removin
5. ae ANA E E A aided re tdaal 9 Basic maintenance made easy nn nn 10 Contact Gardeners Choice AUStrallia u iaiia Ecen A eee i AKANE IEAA Ya 12 Gardener s Choice products are monitored and enhanced on an on going basis to comply with changing technical standards and requirements As a result Gardener s Choice reserves the right to alter design and specifications at any time without prior notice 2 Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 2 7 4 09 3 40 10 PM Grass Trimmer features 7 1 Spark Plug 2 Choke Lever 3 Air Filter 9 4 Fuel Tank 5 Ignition Switch 6 Throttle Control 7 Fuel Mixing Bottle 12 8 Tool Kit 9 Ergonomic Handle 10 Sliding Sleeve 11 Spark plug and gasket set 12 Safety Guard 13 Line Trimmer Head 14 Bent Shaft 15 Gear Head Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 3 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 3 7 4 09 3 40 10 PM Tips on Grass Trimmer safety WARNING The information contained within this safety section is extremely important Personal injury to the user and to others may result if this section is not read and acted upon at all times 1 Before starting your Grass Trimmer inspect it carefully to ensure that there are no loose parts and that it is in good working order Be sure of your footing Always walk never run when operating the Grass Trimmer Clear the area of any stones sticks wire and
6. dener s Choice recommends that you wear ear protectors safety goggles and safety boots when using a Grass Trimmer 15 All servicing and repair work under warranty must be carried out by an Authorised Gardener s Choice Dealer otherwise the 12 month warranty may be void 4 Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 4 7 4 09 3 40 13 PM Attaching the handle Place the upper ergonomic handle Figure 1 over the sliding sleeve in the desired position then while holding the bottom plate in place underneath insert the screws and tighten with the allen key provided Attaching the safety guard While placing the Grass Trimmer on its back clip the guard onto the shaft lining the holes up with the guides see Figure 2 then locate the bolt through the guard and guide plate as indicated Place the washer over the bolt and tighten wing nut Attaching the trimmer head Insert the allen key provided into the hole on the gear head to stop it from rotating Then wind the trimmer head clockwise onto the head Figure 3 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 5 D Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 5 7 4 09 3 40 13 PM Replacing trimmer line Take approximately 4 5 metres of 2 0 2 4mm diameter trimmer fold in half to make a loop Hold the spool as shown in Figure 4 and hook the lo
7. g the spark plug with the box spanner supplied If it is dirty you can clean the plug with a wire brush The applicable spark plug for this machine is the NGK BPMR7A For optimum results we advise you to replace the spark plug after 20 hours of use When refitting the spark plug take care not to over tighten If adjusting yourself note that the spark plug gap must be set initially to 0 6 see Figure 12 but after the machine has been used for some time regulate the gap to 0 7 mm 2 Air filter Ensure that the engine is cool remove the air filter cover and then take out the air filter element see Figure 73 Put the cover back on the housing immediately to prevent any objects falling into the air intake Carefully brush off any excess dirt particles or clean filter element using lukewarm soapy water When cleaning with water rinse thoroughly and allow to dry before replacing air filter element 10 Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 10 Figure 12 Air filter wp element Figure 13 7 4 09 3 40 41 PM 3 Storing petrol and oil WARNING Petrol is highly flammable so extreme caution must be taken Always store petrol in approved containers and ensure petrol is less than three months old Notes Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 1 1 5285 Gardeners Choice Tri
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9. op onto the divider plate as shown and wind the line one on either side of the divider plate Figure 4 Wind both lines clockwise on both sides of spool ensuring that both lines remain in their respective channels see Figure 5 Figure 5 In order to stop the line from unravelling slip each end into the lugs 4 on the bottom edge of the spool see gt f Figure 6 Figure 6 Insert ends of lines through holes in side of spool casing and place the spool into the centre of the casing see Figure 7 When in position pull the ends further out of the casing Then return the lid click into place and return to hub Figure 7 6 Gardener s Choice Grass Trimmer User Guide 5285 Gardeners Choice Trimmer Manual FA indd 6 7 4 09 3 40 19 PM Starting your Grass Trimmer Before operating your Grass Trimmer mix 25 parts of regular unleaded petrol to 1 part 2 stroke oil 25 1 Do not overfill the tank as this can risk fuel spilling on hot parts when in use Slide the ignition switch forward away from the STOP position Figure 8 p _ J Figure 8 Press primer bulb three or four times until a flow of fuel is visible inside the fuel line Figure 9 Figure 9 Set choke lever into Le closed position if starting from cold Figure 10 Pull the starter cord until the Grass Trimmer starts or sounds like it wants to start then return choke to
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