Worcraft PROFESSIONAL CGT-S40LiBHP, Instruction Manual

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Sharpen blunt cutter blade. If the cutter blade is bent or damaged,
replace it. Check all control levers and switches for easy action.
Clean and dry the handles.
4. Never attempt to switch on the tool if it is damaged or not fully
assembled. Otherwise serious injury may result.
5. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the tool may
result in personal injury.
6. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to suit the
operator’s
body size.
7. When inserting a battery cartridge, keep the cutting attachment
clear of your body and other object, including the ground. It may
rotate when starting and may cause injury or damage to the tool
and/or property.
8. Remove any adjusting key, wrench or blade cover before turning
the tool on. An accessory left attached to a rotating part of the tool
may result in personal injury.
Operation
1. In the event of an emergency, switch off the tool immediately.
2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration) during
operation, switch off the tool. Do not use the tool until the cause is
recognized and solved.
3. The cutting attachment continues to rotate for a short period
after turning the tool off. Don’t rush to contact the cutting
attachment.
4. During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep the tool on
your right side firmly.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots and ditches
to avoid stumbling.
6. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of control.
7. If the tool gets heavy impact or fall, check the condition before
continuing work. Check the controls and safety devices for
malfunction. If there is any damage or doubt, ask our authorized
service center for the inspection and repair.
8. Do not touch the gear case. The gear case becomes hot during
operation.
9. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by fatigue. We
recommend taking a 10 to 20-minute rest every hour.
10. When you leave the tool, even if it is a short time, always
remove the battery cartridge. The unattended tool with the battery
cartridge installed may be used by unauthorized person and cause
serious accident.
11. If grass or branches get caught between the cutting attachment
and guard, always turn the tool off and remove the battery
cartridge before cleaning. Otherwise the cutting attachment may
rotate unintentionally and cause serious injury.
12. If the cutting attachment hits stones or other hard objects,
immediately turn the tool off. Then remove the battery cartridge
and inspect the cutting attachment.
13. Check the cutting attachment frequently during operation for
cracks or damages. Before the inspection, remove the battery
cartridge and wait until the cutting attachment stops completely.
Replace damaged cutting attachment immediately, even if it has
only superficial cracks.
14. Never cut above waist height.
15. Before starting the cutting operation, wait until the cutting
attachment reaches a constant speed after turning the tool on.
16. When using metal blades, swing the tool evenly in half-circle
from right to left, like using a scythe.
17. Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the
cutter blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a
“live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
Cutting attachments
1. Use an applicable cutting attachment for the job in hand.
– Nylon cutting heads (string trimmer heads) are suitable for
trimming lawn grass.
– Metal blades are suitable for cutting weeds, high
grasses, bushes, shrubs, underwood, thicket, and the
like.
– Never use other blades including metal multi-piece
pivoting chains and flail blades. It may result in serious
injury.
2. Always use the cutting attachment guard properly
suited for the cutting attachment used.
3. When using metal blades, av
oid “kickback” and always
prepare for an accidental kickback. See the section
“Kickback.”
Kickback (Blade thrust)
1. Kickback (blade thrust) is a sudden reaction to a
caught or bound cutting blade. Once it occurs, the tool is
thrown sideway or toward the operator at great force and
it may cause serious injury.
2. Kickback occurs particularly when applying the blade
segment between 12 and
2 o’clock to solids, bushes and
trees with 3 cm or larger diameter.
3. To avoid kickback:
– Apply the segment between 8 and 11 o’clock.
– Never apply the segment between 12 and 2 o’clock.
– Never apply the segment between 11 and 12 o’clock
and be
tween 2 and 5 o’clock, unless the operator is well
trained and experienced and does it at his/her own risk.
– Never use cutting blades close to solids, such as
fences, walls, tree trunks and stones.
– Never use cutting blades vertically, for such operations
as edging and trimming hedges.
Vibration
1. People with poor circulation who are exposed to
excessive vibration may experience injury to blood
vessels or the nervous system. Vibration may cause the
following symptoms to occur in the fingers, hands or
wrists: “Falling asleep” (numbness), tingling, pain,
stabbing sensation, alteration of skin color or of the skin.
If any of these symptoms occur, see a physician!
2. To r
educe the risk of “white finger disease”, you’re
your hands warm during operation and well maintain the
tool and accessories.
Transport
1. Before transporting the tool, turn it off and remove the
battery cartridge. Attach the cover to the cutting blade.
2. When transporting the tool, carry it in a horizontal
position by holding the shaft.
3. When transporting the tool in a vehicle, properly
secure it to avoid turnover. Otherwise damage to the tool
and other baggage may result.
Maintenance
1. Have your tool serviced by our authorized service
center, always using only genuine replacement parts.
Incorrect repair and poor maintenance can shorten the
life of the tool and increase the risk of accidents.
2. Before doing any maintenance or repair work or
cleaning the tool, always turn it off and remove the
battery cartridge.
3. Always wear protective gloves when handling the
cutting blade.
4. Always clean dust and dirt off the tool. Never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like for the
purpose. Discoloration, deformation or cracks of the
plastic components may result.
5. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts.
6. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not