Global Machinery Company Trimmer BHT500 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
500W  
460mm Hedge Trimmer  
• Melbourne • Perth • Auckland • Hong Kong • Shanghai  
MX460  
Taipei • New York • Verona • London • Paris  
BHT500  
040513 MX460 ED06 PR  
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Description of symbols  
Dear Customer  
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These  
represent important information about the product or  
instructions on its use.  
If you require any help with your product, whether it  
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information,  
please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.  
Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in  
New Zealand.  
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Wear eye protection.  
Wear breathing protection.  
Introduction  
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for additional protection.  
Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your  
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent  
GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance  
criteria.  
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,  
and, with proper care, it will give you many years of  
dependable service.  
Conforms to relevant standards for  
electromagnetic compatibility.  
Use at a distance of at least  
5m from other people.  
Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction  
Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take  
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.  
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make  
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and  
dependability have been given top priority in the  
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain  
and operate.  
Specifications  
Motor Capacity:  
Nominal voltage:  
Blade Length:  
Branch Cutting Capacity:  
Speed:  
500W  
230–240Vac ~ 50Hz  
460mm  
14mm  
1400 min-  
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Weight:  
3.5Kg  
Environmental protection  
Recycle unwanted materials instead of  
disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses  
and packaging should be sorted, taken to  
the local recycling centre and disposed of  
in an environmentally safe way.  
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Personal safety  
Safety instructions  
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common  
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a  
power tool while you are tired or under the influence  
of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of  
inattention while operating power tools may result  
in serious personal injury.  
WARNING. Read and understand all instructions. Failure  
to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric  
shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool”  
in all of the warnings below refers to your mains-operated  
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)  
power tool.  
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.  
Safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid  
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for  
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.  
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the  
off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools  
with your finger on the switch or plugging in power  
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.  
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning  
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached  
to a rotating part of the power tool may result in  
personal injury.  
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Work area  
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark  
areas invite accidents.  
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,  
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or  
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the  
dust or fumes.  
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a  
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.  
Electrical safety  
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify  
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with  
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and  
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.  
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces  
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There  
is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is  
earthed or grounded.  
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at  
all times. This enables better control of the power tool  
in unexpected situations.  
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.  
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving  
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be  
caught in moving parts.  
If devices are provided for the connection of dust  
extraction and collection facilities ensure that these are  
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can  
reduce dust-related hazards.  
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.  
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of  
electric shock.  
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,  
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away  
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged  
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.  
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an  
outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use.  
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the  
risk of electric shock.  
Power tool use and care  
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power  
tool for your application. The correct power tool will do  
the job better and safer at the rate for which it was  
designed.  
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn  
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled  
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.  
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Disconnect the plug from the power source before  
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or  
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures  
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.  
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and  
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool  
or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power  
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
Additional safety rules for hedge trimmers  
Do not use the trimmer in the rain.  
If cordset is cut or damaged remove it emmediately  
from the power point.  
Keep hands and fingers well away from the blade.  
Wear work gloves, eye protection, solid shoes and  
trousers when using this hedge trimmer.  
Always grasp both handles when operating the unit.  
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or  
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any  
other condition that may affect the power tool’s  
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired  
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly  
maintained power tools.  
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained  
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to  
bind and are easier to control.  
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,  
in accordance with these instructions and in the  
manner intended for the particular type of power  
tool, taking into account the working conditions and  
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for  
operations different from intended could result in a  
hazardous situation.  
Disconnect the trimmer from the mains supply when  
you have finished work, before cleaning or if you have  
been interrupted.  
This trimmer has been designed to cut soft, new  
growth and should not be used on branches, hard  
wood or other forms of cutting.  
Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first  
switching off the machine and disconnecting it from the  
mains supply  
If you are interrupted when operating the trimmer,  
complete the process and switch off before looking up.  
Never allow untrained users or children to use  
the trimmer.  
Wear goggles  
Wear ear defenders  
Wear a breathing mask  
Service  
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair  
personnel using only identical replacement parts.  
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool  
is maintained.  
Unpacking  
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely  
that your power tool is faulty or that a part is missing.  
If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool  
until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been  
rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious  
personal injury.  
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Know your product  
Before using the trimmer, familiarise yourself with  
all the operating features and safety requirements.  
This trimmer is to be used for trimming soft, new  
growth only. Use the tool and accessories only for  
the applications intended. All other applications  
are expressly ruled out.  
1. Rear handle trigger switch  
2. Front handle bar switch  
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Cable safety clip  
Switching on and off  
This Hedge Trimmer is fitted with two safety interlocked  
switch levers for safety.  
1. To switch on, press both the rear handle trigger  
switch(1) and the front handle bar switch (2) at the  
same time.  
Locate the rectangular slot  
in the lower part of the rear  
handle and the position of  
the moulded hook. Form a  
loop in the extention cord and  
insert the loop through the  
rectangular slot. Twist the loop  
through 1800 and hook the  
loop over the moulded hook,  
pull tight to secure the cable.  
Safety features  
1. The lower blade teeth have extended points with  
rounded ends to reduce the chance of injury in case of  
accidental contact.  
2. The rear handle trigger switch (1) and front handle  
bar switch (2) must be operated together to start the  
motor. This ensures that both hands are used to control  
the trimmer.  
2. To stop the Hedge Trimmer move the Hedge Trimmer  
away from the cutting area and release either one of  
the switches.  
3. If either of the two switches is released, the trimmer  
will stop instantly.  
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Operating the hedge trimmer  
Cutting  
WARNING. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or  
store the hedge trimmer in wet conditions.  
1. Assume a secure position,  
using two hands to  
hold the trimmer and  
switch on.  
WARNING. If cordset is cut or damaged remove it  
emmediately from the power point.  
2. Trim both sides of the  
hedge, starting at the  
bottom. This prevents  
cuttings falling into the  
area yet to be cut.  
3. Pass the blade lightly through the surface of the hedge.  
Do not attempt to cut too deep.  
This product requires the use of two hands to ensure  
safe operation.  
Inspect the area to be cut before starting. Remove any  
objects or debris that could be thrown, jammed or  
become entangled in the blades.  
Adopt a stable stance always keeping the Hedge Trimmer  
in front of your body. Grip the front handle bar switch  
with one hand. With the other hand grip the rear handle  
and with your fingers squeeze the trigger switch.  
Allow the cutting blades to reach full speed before  
commencing the cut.  
4. Trim the top of the hedge.  
5. For older hedges that require cutting back substantially,  
use pruning shears to cut the thicker branches and  
then finish the job with the hedge trimmer.  
WARNING. Do not let the blade come into contact with  
fencing wire or any other object that could damage it.  
When cutting always move in a forward direction and  
never backwards, you could fall over unseen obstacles.  
Never work towards people or solid objects such as walls,  
trees or vehicles etc.  
If during cutting the blade stalls, stop the Hedge Trimmer  
immediately and disconnect it from the mains supply  
before investigating the cause.  
Remove any jammed debris from the blades and examine  
them for any damage before re-commencing cutting.  
Always replace any damaged blades.  
Pruning  
Your hedge trimmer is  
versatile. It can also be used  
for trimming back new growth  
from small shrubs onto the  
driveway or into the garden.  
Lubrication  
WARNING. Always ensure that the trimmer is switched  
off and the plug is removed from the power point before  
making any adjustments.  
1. After each use, clean the blades and lightly lubricate  
with general purpose oil or spray lubricant.  
Shaping  
1. Trim a hedge so that it is wider  
at the bottom than the top.  
2. This improves light  
penetration and promotes  
healthy growth.  
3. Narrow the hedge  
approximately 100mm for  
every metre in height.  
4. A bush can be round or  
column shaped.  
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Cleaning and Storage  
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight and  
that the guard is fitted correctly.  
All damaged and worn parts should be replaced in order to  
maintain the Hedge Trimmer in a safe working condition.  
Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at  
all times. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best  
done with compressed air or a rag. Never use caustic  
agents to clean plastic parts.  
CAUTION. Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic  
parts of the tool. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is  
recommended. Water must never come into contact with  
the tool.  
Special care should be taken when cleaning and adjusting  
the blades. This should only be done with the Hedge  
Trimmer switched off and disconnected from the mains  
supply to prevent injury.  
The Hedge Trimmer should always be stored with the  
protective blade cover fitted and secured in place.  
Store the tool, instruction manual and accessories in a  
secure, dry place.  
Ensure that the cable and any extension cable used are  
checked for damage and are coiled correctly without kinks.  
Power Cord Maintenance  
If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be  
carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s  
agent, or an authorised service centre in order to avoid  
a safety hazard.  
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Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual  
before using this product.  
With continuing product development changes may  
have occurred which render the product received  
slightly different to that shown in this instruction  
manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to  
Before returning this product for a  
Warranty Claim or any other reason  
Please Call 1300 880 001 (Australia)  
or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand)  
change specifications without notice. Note:  
Specifications may differ from country to country.  
When you make your call, please have  
the following information at hand:  
GMC Product Type GMC Product Code  
A GMC Service Engineer will take your call and, in  
most cases, will be able to solve your problem over  
the phone.  
The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to  
7pm, 7 days a week (EST). This allows you  
to contact GMC directly with any queries and  
technical questions you have regarding  
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You are welcome to use this phone-in service to  
make suggestions or give comments about any  
GMC product.  
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Melbourne Airport  
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