Cutting
8.0
Cutting
8.0
General
Hazard
Read
Instructions
Keep Dry
Keep
Bystanders
Away
Flying
Debris
Sharp
Blades
Trimming/Cleari
ng
Adjust the
trimmer as
described in the
previous
sections.
Start the trimmer
before
approaching the
cutting area so as
allow it to reach
full speed.
Be aware that the
tool could kick
back on contact.
Stand with a good posture and be aware of
your surroundings, keep 2 hands on the
trimmer and control the trimmer with firm
even pressure.
Cut larger areas of grass by swinging the
trimmer in an arc. Cut small amounts with
each pass so the motor is not overloaded.
When clearing long grass cut the tops off
first and work down in stages.
Avoiding hard objects will extend the life of
the cutting line.
Protect
Eyes, Ears,
Lungs
Always make sure the trigger is released before fitting battery to prevent accidental
starting!
Read and understand this manual before operating this tool.
Never allow children or untrained users access to this tool.
Never operate this tool without the guard or if any part is damaged or worn.
Always wear appropriate clothing and protective gear.
Switching on and off
1.
Fit a charged battery as shown in previous
section
2.
Hold the tool in both hands keeping moving
parts away from yourself, bystanders and any
other objects. Ensure it is safe to start it and warn
bystanders.
3.
Press the trigger lock.
4.
Squeeze the trigger
5.
Direct the cutting line into the area to be cut.
Edging
Adjust the trimmer
as described in the
previous sections.
Fitting the Edging
Wheel can give a
neater finish and
prevent contact with
the ground
.
Twist the trimmer
head 90° and pivot
the head so it runs
parallel to the
extension shaft.
Activate the trimmer
before lowering into
the area to be cut to
prevent overloading the motor.
Run the trimmer along the edges avoiding
loose debris and hard objects.
Some jobs will require heavy duty tools,
don’t use this trimmer for anything other
than its intended purpose.
Adjusting the cutting line
Each time the trimmer reaches a certain speed
the line will extend by 12mm, to manually
extend the line press the line feed button while
pulling on the line. Excess line will be cut by the
blade and should always remain inside the
radius of the safety guard.
Sharp
Blade
Line
Feed
