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Item 62338

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Functions

Edge Guide

Auxiliary Handle

Trigger

cord Hook

Length

Sleeve

Angle

Sleeve

Head Angle

Button

Guard

Line Reel

Blade cover

Available Accessories/Attachments

Use of any accessory or attachment other than those listed below may increase the risk of serious injury.
Only replace the line on this appliance with the line material and diameter of line listed on

the Specifications table. Other materials, such as wire, rope, or blades can damage the

appliance and be forcefully and dangerously ejected from the appliance upon breaking.

Accessories and attachments are not available for this product.

Summary of Contents for 62338

Page 1: ...e reference When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2014 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this man...

Page 2: ...inor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electric gardening appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Power Cord Safety WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock use only with an extension cord ...

Page 3: ...ubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord TABLE A MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT Ampere Rating at full load EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25 50 100 150 0 6 18 16 16 14 6 10 18 16 14 12 10 12 16 16 14 12 12 16 14 12 Not recommended Connecting Cords To reduce the risk of the cords pulling apart during operation a Make a loop in the extension cord and p...

Page 4: ...isconnect Appliance Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use before servicing when changing accessories such as blades and the like 11 Keep guards in place and in working order 12 Only replace the line on this appliance with the line material and diameter of line listed on the Specifications table Other materials such as wire rope or blades can damage the appliance and be for...

Page 5: ...art is cracked or damaged 5 Cover the Trimming Blade after every use 6 Do not use appliance for other than intended use 7 Maintain labels and nameplates on the appliance These carry important safety information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement 8 The warnings precautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions...

Page 6: ...ar the end of this manual Assembly Install Guard 1 CAUTION TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL CUTS Cover the Trimming Blade 39 with the Blade Cover 40 before installing the Guard 2 Align Guard 42 over Housing as shown in Figure A WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM FLYING DEBRIS AND PIECES OF TRIMMING LINE Install the guard only in the orientation shown 3 Attach Guard to Housing using 4 Screws 25 Housing Gu...

Page 7: ...nce Setup Install Edge Guide 1 Snap Edge Guide 21 into holes on both sides of Housing as shown in Figure C 2 Use the Edge Guide to limit striking objects with the Line while trimming nearby 3 Flip the Edge Guide up out of the way when not in use Housing Edge Guide 21 Figure C Install Edge Guide ...

Page 8: ...sories Attachments Use of any accessory or attachment other than those listed below may increase the risk of serious injury Only replace the line on this appliance with the line material and diameter of line listed on the Specifications table Other materials such as wire rope or blades can damage the appliance and be forcefully and dangerously ejected from the appliance upon breaking Accessories a...

Page 9: ...ATION Make sure that the Power Switch Trigger is in the off position and unplug the appliance from its electrical outlet before setting up the appliance Using Cord Hook 1 An extension cord sold separately will be required Ensure that the extension cord is an outdoor type extension cord and that it is the correct design to accept this appliance s plug 2 WARNING TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND SERIOUS...

Page 10: ...es in side of Reel unclip Lines and pull Line ends snug 8 Reassemble Reel Cover onto Reel and make sure that both buttons pop back into place Feeding Nylon Line NOTICE To prevent damage DO NOT BUMP REEL This string trimmer feeds Line automatically when stopping 1 Make sure area is safe to operate appliance in then operate it at full speed 2 Release Trigger and allow Line to stop fully 3 Line will ...

Page 11: ...ff the appliance and unplug it after use Clean then cover the Trimming Blade with the Blade Cover and store the appliance indoors out of children s reach Edger Operation 1 If head is in horizontal position pull back on Angle Sleeve rotate head 180 and release Angle Sleeve CAUTION Make sure Angle Sleeve locks in the new position 2 To adjust head angle press the Head Angle Button 27 adjust as desire...

Page 12: ...RY FROM APPLIANCE FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the appliance Check for loose hardware misalignment or binding of moving parts damaged cord electrical wiring cracked or broken parts and any other condition that may affect...

Page 13: ...ANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS...

Page 14: ...e Ø5x20 2 18 Label 1 19 Right Housing Cover 1 20 Right Housing 1 21 Edge Guide 1 22 Screw St2 9x12 F H 2 23 Terminal Block 1 24 Right Connector 1 25 Screw St3 9x14 F H 32 26 Rotation Gear 1 26 1 Shaving Base Spring 1 27 Head Angle Button 1 28 Left Connector 1 29 Left Housing 1 30 Left Housing Cover 1 31 Label 1 Part Description Qty 32 Rubber Pad 2 33 Reel 1 33 1 Insert A 4 33 2 Rivet Ø5x6 2 34 Fee...

Page 15: ...ly Diagram 24 20 44 1 44 5 44 3 44 4 44 5 44 6 18 19 31 26 30 23 29 28 22 5 32 44 7 44 8 44 9 44 2 5 44 2 4 44 2 2 44 2 1 44 2 3 40 39 44 10 35 36 33 38 34 25 26 1 27 37 33 2 37 1 37 2 43 34 1 33 1 41 44 4 1 44 11 44 44 2 17 4 21 42 9 1 15 13 2 4 12 6 3 8 11 5 7 10 14 10 1 17 1 16 3 17 4 17 4 17 2 17 117 2 17 3 ...

Page 16: ...so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If o...

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