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WARNING:
Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments.
WARNING:
When being used as an Edger, stones,
pieces of metal and other objects can be thrown out
at high speed by the line. The trimmer and guard
are designed to reduce the danger. However, MAKE
SURE that other persons and pets are at least 100 feet
(30m) away.
• To operate as a maintenance edger, turn the collar
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as
shown in figure K.
• Hold the metal shaft and rotate the lower housing 180°
as shown in figure K.
• Turn the collar back until tight.
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The metal shaft and housing will only rotate in
one direction.
• To return to the trimming position, loosen the lock
collar and rotate the lower housing back 180° and
retightening the collar.
Fig. K
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Edging (Fig. L)
Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges deeper than
2" (50 mm). Do not use this trimmer to create trenches.
• Using the edging wheel
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, guide the trimmer as shown
in figure L.
• Position the edging wheel on the edge of the sidewalk
or abrasive surface so the cutting line is over the grass or
dirt area to be edged.
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The line feed system may not operate correctly if
wheeled edge guide is not used.
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You will experience faster than normal cutting line
wear if the edging wheel is positioned too far from the
edge with the cutting line positioned over the sidewalk or
abrasive surface.
• To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the trimmer.
• Return to the trimming postion by loosening the lock
collar and rotating the lower housing back 180°. The
tool will lock in the trimmer position.
Fig. L
Cutting Line / Line Feeding
Your trimmer uses .065" (1.65 mm) diameter, ROUND nylon
line. During use, the tips of the nylon lines will become
frayed and worn. Press the
EAsYFEED
TM
button to feed and
trim a fresh length of line. Cutting line will wear faster and
require more feeding if the cutting or edging is done along
sidewalks or other abrasive surfaces or heavier weeds are
being cut. Do not bump trimmer on ground in attempt to
feed line or for any other purposes.
Helpful Cutting Tips
• Use the tip of the string to do the cutting; do not force
string head into uncut grass.
• Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may
wear string rapidly.
• Do not allow spool cap to drag on ground or other surfaces.
• In long growth, cut from the top down and do not
exceed 12" (304.8 mm) high.
• Keep trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is
the best cutting area.
• The trimmer cuts when passing the unit from the left to
right. This will avoid throwing debris at the operator.
• Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,
and fence posts can easily be damaged by the string.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
1. Keep the air intake slots clean to avoid overheating.
2. Your trimmer line can dry out over time. To keep your
line in top condition, store spare pre-wound spools or
bulk line in a plastic, sealable bag with a tablespoon
of water.
3. Plastic parts may be cleaned by using a mild soap and
a damp rag.
4. The line cutter on the edge of the guard can dull over
time. It is recommended you periodically touch-up the
sharpness of the blade with a file.
