4
1. Remove battery pack.
2. Slide the blade cover over the blade. It may be
necessary to push with some force as blade cover
reaches the front guard.
3. To remove, pull blade cover off of blade. It may
be necessary to pull with some force until cover
clears the detent near the guard.
WARNING
Always turn off the tool between
cuts or when transporting from
one location to another. Do not carry tool with
finger on the trigger. Accidental starting can
cause serious personal injury.
Transporting
Always remove the battery pack and cover the blade
before transporting. Carry tool by the front handle, with
blade behind you. Do not carry tool by trigger handle.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
remove the battery pack from the
tool before lubricating.
Lubricating the Blade
To extend cutting life, lubricate the trimmer blades
before and after each use and before storing.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2.
Apply a lightweight machine oil along both sides
of the top blade.
OPERATION
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
wear proper eye protection marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Use only recom-
mended accessories. Others may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read op-
erator’s manual. Risk of eye injury. Always wear
eye protection, hearing protection, and protective
clothing and footwear. Keep bystanders at least
15' away during use. Objects may be thrown or
ricochet in all directions. Avoid accidental
startup; do not pick up or carry tool by trigger.
Starting and Stopping the Tool
1.
WARNING!
Always remove the blade cover before
use.
2. Hold the front and trigger handles securely.
WARNING!
Blade is sharp. Keep hands and body
away from blade.
3. To
start
the tool, push the lock-off button down
while pulling the trigger. Allow the motor to reach
full speed before starting to cut.
4. To
stop
the tool, release the trigger.
5. Always wait for blades to stop before setting down.
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
No Load Strokes per Minute (SPM)
Safety Alert Symbol
Read Operator's Manual
Always wear eye protection, hearing
protection, and protective clothing
and footwear.
Always wear gloves and personal
protective equipment.
Keep hands, feet, and body away
from blade.
Do not use in rain or wet locations.
Keep bystanders 15' away during use
.
C
US
UL Listing for Canada and U.S.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1.
Blades
2.
Guard
3.
Front handle
4. Lock-off button
5.
Trigger handle
6.
Trigger
2
3
1
5
4
6
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specified for the battery. For spe
-
cific charging instructions, read the operator’s
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To
remove
the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
Always lock the trigger or remove
the battery pack any time the tool
is not in use.
To
insert
the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Only use accessories specifically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Blade Cover
Always place the blade cover over the blade before
moving from one job to another, storing or transport
-
ing the tool.
WARNING!
Blade is sharp. Keep hands
and body away from blade.
