uCharge discharged batteries within 1 week. Battery life will be greatly diminished if stored in a discharged state.
Charging indicators
If the charger detects a problem with the battery, the charging indicator (16) will flash at a fast rate. Proceed as follows:
u
uIf the charging indicators continues flashing at a fast rate, use a different battery to determine if the charging process works properly.
uIf the replaced battery charges correctly, the original battery is defective and should be returned to a service centre for recycling.
uIf the new battery gives the same indication as the original battery, take the charger to be tested at an authorised services centre.
Note: It may take as long as 15 minutes to determine that the battery is defective. If the battery is too hot of too cold, the LED will aternatley blink fast and slow, one flash at each speed and repeat.
Adjusting the position of the secondary handle (fig. I)
The secondary handle (4) can be adjusted to provide optimum balance and comfort.
uLet the guard (9) rest on the ground.
uSlacken the handle knob (5).
uMove the handle into the desired position.
uSecurely tighten the handle knob.
Adjusting the height (fig. J)
The telescopic shaft (35) allows you to set the tool to a comfortable height.
uLoosen the collar (6).
uTo increase the height, slide the shaft out.
uTo reduce the height, slide the shaft in.
uTighten the collar.
Switching on and off (fig. K)
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a double switching system. This system prevents starting the tool inadvertently.
Switching on
uPush the
uRelease the
Switching off
uRelease the on/off switch (1).
Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position.
Setting the tool to trimming or edging mode (fig. L - N)
The tool can be used in trimming mode as shown in fig. L or in edging mode to trim overhanging grass along lawn edges and flower beds as shown in fig. M.
Trimming mode (fig. L & N)
For trimming, the trimmer head should be in the position shown in fig. L. If it is not:
uWhile holding the secondary handle with one hand, take the collar (7) in the other hand as shown (fig. L).
uPush the collar in the direction of the trimmer head and rotate it counterclockwise until the trimmer head engages in the trimming position (fig. N).
uRelease the collar.
uSet the edge guide (11) to the retracted position.
Edging mode (fig. M & N)
For edging, the trimmer head should be in the position shown in fig. M. If it is not:
uWhile holding the secondary handle with one hand, take the collar (7) in the other hand as shown (fig. M).
uPush the collar in the direction of the trimmer head and rotate it clockwise until the trimmer head engages in the edging position (fig. N).
uRelease the collar.
uSet the edge guide (11) to the retracted position.
Hints for optimum use (fig. L)
Trimming
uHold the tool as shown in fig. L.
uGently swing the trimmer from side to side as shown in fig. L.
uWhen cutting long grass, work in stages from the top.
uKeep the tool away from hard objects and delicate plants.
uIf the tool starts running slowly, reduce the load.
Edging
Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges deeper than 50 mm.
uDo not use the tool to create edges. To create edges, use an edging spade.
uGuide the tool as shown in fig. L. Keep the edge guide against the lawn edge.
uTo make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.
General
uIn order to achieve optimum results, only cut dry grass.
uIf possible, keep the battery connected to the charger and the charger plugged in whenever the tool is not in use.
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