8.7
REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
Figure 6.
1. Push and hold the battery release button.
2. Remove the battery pack from the machine.
9
OPERATION
IMPORTANT
Before you operate the machine, read and understand the
safety regulations and the operation instructions.
WARNING
Be careful when you operate the machine.
9.1
CONTROLS
9.2
START THE MACHINE
Figure 7.
1. Push the lock-out button and pull the trigger.
2. Push the speed switch to the desired operating speed.
Push the speed switch to position 1 for low speed or
position 2 for high speed.
9.3
STOP THE MACHINE
Figure 7.
1. Release the trigger to stop the machine.
9.4
ADJUST THE LENGTH OF THE
CUTTING LINE
Figure 8.
While you operate the machine, the cutting line gets worn and
shorter. You can adjust the length of the cutting line.
1. Hit the trimmer head against the ground while you
operate the machine.
2. Line is automatically released and the cut-off blade cuts
the excess length.
9.5
ADJUST THE CUTTING
DIAMETER
Figure 9.
NOTE
The machine is set at a 279 mm cutting diameter. You can
adjust to a 330 mm cutting diameter.
Set the cutting diameter to 279 mm for greater runtime and
330 mmfor a larger cutting area.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the blade screws from the cut-off blade.
3. Turn the cut-off blade 180°.
4. Tighten the blade screws.
9.6
LINE CUT-OFF BLADE
Figure 9.
This trimmer is equipped with a line cut-off blade on the
guard. The line cut off blade continuously trims the line to
ensure a consistent and efficient cut diameter. Advance line
whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal, or
when trimming efficiency diminishes. This will maintain best
performance and keep line long enough to advance properly.
9.7
OPERATION TIPS
Figure 10.
WARNING
Keep clearance between the body and the machine.
WARNING
Do not operate the machine without guard in place.
Do these tips when you use the machine
•
Keep the machine connected to the correctly worn
harness.
•
Keep a firm hold with the two hands on the machine
while you operate the machine.
•
Cut tall grass from the top down.
If grass winds around the trimmer head:
•
Remove the battery pack.
•
Remove the grass.
9.8
CUTTING TIPS
Figure 11.
•
Tilt the machine toward the area to be cut. Use the tip of
the cutting line to cut grass.
•
Move the machine from right to left to prevent thrown
debris toward the operator.
•
Do not cut in the dangerous area.
•
Do not force the trimmer head into uncut grass.
•
Wire and picket fences cause cutting line wear and
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood can
wear the cutting line quickly.
10
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT
Read and understand the safety regulations and the
maintenance instructions before you clean, repair or do the
maintenance work on the machine.
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