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Convert to Edging Mode (Fig. I)
CAUTION:
The edge guide should only be
used when in the edging mode.
WARNING:
Disconnect the plug from the
power source before making any adjustments.
The trimmer can be used in trimming mode or edging mode
to trim overhanging grass along lawn edges and flower beds.
To convert the trimmer to edging mode:
1. Press the convert-to-edge button
10
and rotate the
motor housing
11
180 ° counterclockwise, until the
motor housing snaps into edge position.
Trimming (Fig. F, G)
With the trimmer on, angle it and swing side to side as
shown in Figure F.
Maintain a cutting angle of 5° to 10°. Do not exceed 10°. Cut
with the tip of the line.
Maintain a minimum distance of 24" (610 mm) between the
guard and your feet as shown in Figure G.
Switching Trimmer On and Off (Fig. A)
WARNING:
Never attempt to lock the
trigger in the on position.
To turn the appliance on, squeeze the trigger
1
. To turn the
appliance off, release the trigger.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)
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 main
handle
4
and one hand on the auxiliary handle
5
.
OPERATION
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, turn unit off and
disconnect it from power source before making
any adjustments or removing/installing
attachments or accessories.
An accidental start‑up
can cause injury.
Attaching Extension Cord (Fig. D)
An extension cord retainer
2
is built into the main handle
that prevents the cord from coming unplugged.
• To use this feature, simply double the extension cord
about 8" (203 mm) from the end, and insert it into the
slot
18
in the end of the handle area as shown in Fig. D.
Releasing the Cutting Line (Fig. A)
In transit, the cutting line is taped to the spool housing
14
.
• Remove the tape holding the cutting line to the
spool housing.
Installing the Guard (Fig. C)
WARNING:
Never remove the guard.
Damage or personal injury could result.
WARNING:
NEVER OPERATE
APPLIANCE WITHOUT GUARD FIRMLY IN PLACE.
The guard must always be properly attached on the
appliance to protect the user.
1. Remove the guard screw
15
.
2. Slide the guard
13
fully onto the trimmer head
16
.
Make sure the tabs
17
on the guard engage the ribs on
the trimmer head.
3. Continue to slide the guard on until it “snaps”into place.
The locking tab should snap into the housing slot.
4. Using a crosshead screwdriver, insert the guard screw
and tighten securely.
5. Once the guard is installed, remove the covering from the
line cut-off blade, located on the edge of the guard.
Assembling Upper and Lower Poles (Fig. B)
To Attach the Poles:
1. When installing the lower pole
7
into the upper pole
6
,
align the detent lock
8
with the detent slot
9
as shown
in Fig. B.
2. Press the two poles together so the detent lock
8
engages the detent slot
9
.
WARNING:
Always check to make sure
that the detent lock is completely secured in place.
If the detent lock is not completely secured it could
result in the assemblys becoming disconnected
creating a hazardous condition. Periodically check the
connections to insure that the detent lock is completely
secured in place.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect
it from power source before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories, when replacing line, or prior to
cleaning.
An accidental start‑up can cause injury.
• Hook the loop formed by doubling the cord over the
extension cord retainer
2
. Gently tug on the cord to
insure that it is firmly retained in the main handle.
• Plug the receptacle end of the extension cord into the
power cord plug
3
in the main handle.
