HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The overall height of the trimmer can be adjusted. Release the
clamp on the tube. The tubes can then be adjusted shorter or
longer. When the desired height is achieved, lock in place with the
clamp. (Fig
.
6
)
CHANGING THE
WORKING
ANGLE
The
trimmer
can
be
set
in
any
of
five
different
operating
angles
.
Press
and
hold
the
locating
button
.
Set
the
desired operating
angle
.
Angle positions 1
and
2
are
for
edge
cutting
.
3
,
4
and
5
Angle
positions
are
for
normal
cutting
.
Release
the
locating
button. (Fig.7
)
ATTACHING THE
STRING TRIMMER TO MOWER DECK
Slide the bottom of the trimmer head (A) into the front of the
trimmer pocket (B) and slightly rotate trimmer guard down into
the pocket until it snaps fully into place as shown in Fig. 8. If
trimmer has a wire guide (C) and/or wheeled edge guide (D),
wire guide should be flipped up and wheeled edge guide
should be above the deck.
Using the string trimmer auxiliary and rear handles, lift up the
string trimmer and ensure the mower deck is securely attached.
To remove the string trimmer from the mower deck, step on the
release lever (F) and lift the trimmer out.
CAUTION
: Depending on setting of the string trimmer’s working
angle and/or the battery pack used with the mower deck, the
assembly may become unbalanced. Care should be exercised when
using on uneven ground or slope.
UNPACKING
This product requires some assembly.
PACKING LIST
- String Trimmer
- Safety Guard
- Mower Deck
- Front
/
Auxiliary
Handle
- Charger and Battery Pack
- Owner’s Manual
- Hardware
Bag
WARNING:
Do not install battery until assembly is complete.
Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box.
Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage
occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully
inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-633-1501
for assistance.
ATTACHING THE GUARD
WARNING:
Do not operate the trimmer without the guard attached.
Always
wear
gloves
when
mounting
or
replacing
the
guard
.
Be
careful
of
the
blade
on
the
guard
and
protect
your
hands
from
being
injured
by
the
blade
.
Position the guard on the trimmer, then attach the guard with the
supplied screws. (Fig
.
2
)
NOTE
:
A
guide
wheel
is
pre-mounted
on
the
guard
to
make
the
edge-cutting
function
easier
.
4
LSTM2012-4
ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE
Place one ribbed hole at the base of
the auxiliary handle over the knob
located at the lower portion of the
rear handle.
Press the other ribbed hole over the
knob on the other side of the rear
handle.(Fig.3.)
Screw
the front handle firmly into
place with the ST 4.2 X 18 screw included. (Fig
.
4
)
You
can
easily
adjust
the
handle
by
pressing
both
sides
of
the
knobs
at the same time
. (
Fig
5
)
INSTALLING AND REMOVING BATTERY PACK FROM THE UNIT
Slide the battery pack into the
string trimmer (see illustration).
Ensure the battery is securely
connected. To remove the
battery, depress the release
button and slide battery pack
out of tool.(Fig
.
9
)
Fig
.
9
Fig
.
8
A
B
C
D
NOTE:
Ensure the cutting line is underneath the deck and not
protruding out the top.
F