Stanley Fatmax SFMCHTB866, Original Instructions Manual

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English
nOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING:
Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. C)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the switch
handle
3
and one hand on the bail handle
5
. Never hold the
unit by the blade guard
4
.
Switch (Fig. D)
WARNING:
Never attempt to lock a switch in
the ON position.
CAUTION:
Do not cut stems greater than
3/4" (19 mm). Use the trimmer only for cutting normal
shrubbery around houses and buildings.
NOTE:
Powersaw
can cut stems and branches up to 1.5" (38.1 mm).
To turn the unit on, push the lock-off switch
2
forward as
shown in Figure B, and squeeze the trigger switch
1
. Once the
unit is running, you may release the lock off switch.
In order to keep the unit running you must continue to squeeze
the trigger. To turn the unit off, fully release the trigger and allow
the lock-off switch
2
to engage.
Trimming Instructions
Working Position (Fig. E)
Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach.
Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear when trimming. Hold
the unit firmly in both hands and turn the unit on. Always hold
the trimmer as shown in Figure G, with one hand on the switch
handle
3
and one hand on the bail handle
5
. Never hold the
unit by the blade guard
4
.
Trimming New Growth (Fig. F)
Using a wide, sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeth
through the twigs, is most effective. A slight downward tilt of
the blade in the direction of motion gives the best cutting.
Level Hedges (Fig. G)
To obtain exceptionally level hedges a piece of string can be
stretched along the length of the hedge as a guide.
Side Trimming Hedges (Fig. H)
Orient the trimmer as shown and begin at the bottom and
sweep up.
DANGER:
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES.
WARNING:
To guard against injury, observe the following:
• READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING. SAVE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
• Check the hedge for foreign objects such as wires or
fences before each use.
• KEEP HANDS ON HANDLES. DON’T OVERREACH.
• DO NOT USE UNDER WET CONDITIONS.
CAUTION: BLADE MAY COAST AFTER TURN OFF.
MAINTENANCE
Your STANLEY FATMAX power tool has been designed
to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
Lubrication
1. After use, carefully clean the blades with a resin solvent.
2. After cleaning, apply a light film of lubrication to the
exposed blade.
3. Turn the trimmer vertical with the blades toward the ground
and run the trimmer for a few seconds to fully disperse
the lubrication.
4. Slide the sheath
7
over the blade as shown in figure K.
Blade Maintenance (Fig. I)
The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened steel
and with normal usage, they will not require resharpening.
However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence (Fig. J), stones, glass,
or other hard objects, you may put a nick in the blade. There
is no need to remove this nick as long as it does not interfere
with the movement of the blade. If it does interfere, remove
the battery and use a fine toothed file or sharpening stone to
remove the nick. If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for
damage. If the blade is bent, housing cracked, handles broken
or if you see any other condition that may affect the trimmer’s
operation contact your local authorized service center for repairs
before putting it back into use.