Safety instructions
All safety instructions must be read, followed, and kept in a safe place.
Users
- With appropriate supervision, instructions on safe use of the appliance, and an understanding of the hazards involved, this appliance may also be used by children aged 14 and over, by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, and by persons without experience or training.
- Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must never be carried out by children, except under adult supervision.
- Keep the appliance out of the reach of children and animals and protect it from the elements.
- It is recommended to install a residual current protection device (RCD) with a maximum rated residual current of 30 mA on the appliance's power supply circuit. Consult an electrician.
DANGER — Risk of electric shock due to a damaged appliance or power cord
- Never use the appliance if it is damaged, defective, or has fallen into water, or if the power supply unit or charger is damaged.
- To prevent any danger, a damaged power cord must be replaced only by an authorized after-sales service center or an authorized qualified person.
- After a long period without use, have the appliance inspected by an after-sales service center before using it again.
- Repairs and technical maintenance of the device must only be carried out by specialists trained in electrical engineering.
DANGER — Risk of electric shock from liquid ingress
- Do not use the appliance near pipes, water tanks, or other containers holding water, or in very humid places.
- Always store electrical appliances so that they cannot fall into water. Keep the appliance away from splashes of water and other liquids.
- Never touch an electrical appliance that has fallen into water, or the water it has fallen into, under any circumstances. Unplug the appliance immediately. Before using it again, have it inspected by an after-sales service center.
- Use and store the device only in dry places.
- Never use the device with wet hands.
- Never use the device on a wet animal.
DANGER — Risk of explosion or fire
- Never use the device in an environment containing a high concentration of aerosol products (sprays) or in which oxygen is released.
- Do not use aerosols, sprays, lubricants, or disinfectant solutions. Use only the manufacturer’s lubricant.
- Make sure the ventilation openings and filters are not obstructed by hair or dirt. Never block the ventilation openings. Never use the device on a soft surface that could obstruct them.
WARNING — Risk of injury from an overheated clipping head
- Clipping heads may become hot after prolonged use.
- Oil the clipping head every 5 to 10 minutes to limit heating.
- The clipping head may become hot if the device operates for a long time: take regular breaks to allow it to cool down.
WARNING — Injuries due to improper handling
- Make sure the device is switched off (position 0) before plugging it into or unplugging it from the power supply.
- Never leave the device plugged in unattended.
- Do not use damaged, broken, or blunt clipping heads.
- The clipping head has fine teeth with sharp edges that are dangerous when removed: handle and use it with care.
- After use, before removing or attaching a clipping head, and before any cleaning, maintenance, or storage, always switch off the device and unplug it.
WARNING — Danger caused by and to animals
- Large animals can cause injuries: the noise of the device may irritate the animal and cause it to kick. Make sure the animal is calm and properly restrained.
- If necessary, wear eye, head and ear protection, as well as safety shoes and gloves. Wear close-fitting clothing, remove your jewellery, and tie back long hair.
- The animal’s hair (or wool) must be dry and free of knots.
- Cables lying on the floor are dangerous: make sure they cannot become tangled, be stepped on, or soiled by excrement.
CAUTION — Risk of damage to the device
- Use the device exclusively with the voltage indicated on the rating plate.
- Use only the accessories and combs recommended by the manufacturer.
- Do not insert or drop any objects into the device’s openings.
- Do not carry the device by the power cord. To unplug it, always pull on the plug, never on the cord or the device.
- Keep the device and power cord away from hot surfaces.
- Do not use or store the device with a twisted or pinched cable.
Contents and specifications
Accessories included
- A — Cleaning brush
- B — R15 oil
- C — Screwdriver
- D — R2 transmission grease
Keep the case or storage bag for safely transporting and storing the device.
| Motor | 230 V DC motor |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 310 × 67 × 52 mm |
| Weight | approx. 1.1 kg (without cable) |
| Clipper head speeds | Normal: 2,500 rpm · Fast: 2,900 rpm |
| Sound pressure level | 76.1 dB(A) at 1 m (uncertainty: 2.3 dB(A)) |
| Vibrations | 6.65 m/s² (uncertainty: 1.5 m/s²) |
| Rated power | 120 W |
| Operating voltage | 220–240 V~, 50/60 Hz |
Preparing the horse and the clipping area
- Check that the contents are complete.
- Check all parts for possible transport damage.
- Prepare a safe clipping area and take all necessary protective measures.
- Make sure the animal is properly secured and that its coat is clean and dry.
Installing the clipper head
CAUTION — Risk of injury and property damage due to incorrect assembly. Switch off and unplug the clipper before removing or installing the clipper head. Use the device only once the clipper head has been correctly installed, tensioned and oiled.
Lister or Wahl clipper heads are best suited and offer the best performance. Clipper heads are manufactured in pairs (cutter and comb): always store and use them in pairs to extend their service life.
- Disconnect the device from the power outlet.
- Turn the device over and carefully place the cutter (upper blade) on the clipper head. The crank wheel must fit into the notch in the blade.
- Position the comb (lower blade), ensuring that its two holes engage with the two pins.
- Insert the tension screw into the central hole.
- Slide the spring onto the tension screw and firmly tighten the tension nut.
- Adjust the tension (see below).
Adjusting the tension
- Tighten the tension nut by hand as far as it will go.
- Then loosen the nut by one and a half turns to adjust the tension, using the mark on the nut as a guide.
CAUTION — Risk of injury and property damage due to incorrect tension.
- Excessive tension dulls the clipper head and causes it to overheat.
- Insufficient tension reduces cutting power and clogs the clipper head.
Oiling
- Brush excess hair off the clipper head and the clipper.
- During clipping, oil the clipper head every 5 to 10 minutes with R15 oil. Run the device briefly to distribute the oil, then switch it off and wipe off any excess.
Oiling points:
- Between the teeth of the cutting head, with the device head facing upward to distribute the oil between the blades.
- On the contact surfaces between the device head and the blade.
- At the rear of the cutting head, on both sides, tilting the device head to the side to distribute the oil over the rear surfaces.
- In the cutting head's guide channels, through the two holes, tilting the device head to the side.
- On the crank and its wheel, through the central hole.
WARNING — Risk of injury and property damage in case of incorrect oiling.
- Oil the cutting head frequently.
- Use only R15 oil: other lubricants may irritate the animal's skin.
- Aerosol lubricants contain solvents that can damage the device or the cutting head.
Clipping: switching on, speeds, and overload protection
- Plug the mains cable into the outlet.
- Switch on the device by pushing the sliding switch forward.
- To switch to high speed, push the switch farther forward.
- After use, move the switch backward to switch off the device.
CAUTION — Damage may result from incorrect mains voltage. Use the device exclusively with the voltage indicated on the rating plate.
| Position | Function |
|---|---|
| 0 | Off |
| I | Normal speed |
| II | High speed |
| ↻ ▼ ↺ (beyond off, toward the rear) | Reset |
Overload protection
The device has a protection feature that stops the motor when the cutting head jams. If it has been triggered, check the cutting head and make sure that the coat or fleece is not clogging the blades. Remove foreign objects and replace a damaged cutting head.
To reset the protection, push the switch backward, beyond the off position (reset position).
Cleaning the filter
WARNING — Risk of injury and property damage in case of improper handling. Switch off the device and unplug it before any cleaning or maintenance. It is particularly important to keep the cable and plug clean, dry, and in perfect condition at all times.
CAUTION — A clogged filter can damage the motor. The motor overheats when the filter is clogged. Never operate the device without its filter: hair or wool would enter the motor.
- Check and clean the filter regularly.
- Pull the retaining tab to remove the filter.
- Hold the filter up to the light to check that its metal mesh is not clogged.
- Wipe or brush off dust and dirt.
- Check that the filter is clean and dry before putting it back in place.
Cleaning and storage
- Wipe the handle with a soft cloth. Brush hair and dirt from the cutting head and the device head.
- Remove the cutting head for cleaning, taking care not to lose the tension spring. Oil the cutting head before storing it.
- Store the device in a clean, dry and safe place.
DANGER — Risk of electric shock from liquid ingress. Do not immerse the device in water and do not allow any liquid to enter it. Connect it to the power supply only when it is completely dry.
CAUTION — Aggressive chemicals. Never use solvents or abrasive products, which may damage the device or its accessories. Wipe the device only with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
Gear lubrication (every 100 hours)
Every 100 operating hours, with the device switched off and unplugged:
- Unscrew the 5 front screws.
- Remove the clipper head, then the motor housing.
- Wipe hair and used grease from the drive gear.
- Check that there are no worn or broken teeth.
- Regrease the gears with clean grease (R2 or equivalent).
- Reinstall the clipper head and motor housing before switching the device on again.
Sharpening, blade replacement and repairs
If cutting performance decreases, the cutting head must be sharpened or replaced. Remove and reinstall it (or fit the new one) by following the steps “Fitting the cutting head” and “Adjusting the tension”.
For accessories and spare parts, contact us.
Repairs and technical maintenance of the device must only be carried out by specialists trained in electrical engineering.
Disposal
Proper disposal protects the environment and prevents harmful effects on people and the environment. Comply with the applicable regulations.
- In the European Union, Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) prohibits disposing of the device with household waste: it is accepted free of charge by local collection points or recycling centres.
- The packaging is made of recyclable materials: take it to a recycling facility.
The device is covered by an EC declaration of conformity, available from the manufacturer upon request.
Manufacturer: Lister Shearing Equipment Limited, Stonehouse (United Kingdom), a subsidiary of Wahl Clipper Corporation. Model C302-C2. Manual prepared based on the manufacturer's instructions (French translation of the original manual, April 2019).
