SHave all service and maintenance not ex- plained in this manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer to avoid creating a haz- ard.
SNever douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease.
SKeep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after each use.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
SStop the unit and place in wall bracket for
storage and battery charging.
SCarry the unit with motor stopped.
SStore unit indoors in a high, dry place out of
the reach of children.
SDo not hang unit so that the trigger switch is depressed.
BATTERY CARE
SIf over a period of time the battery quickly
runs down after a full 24 hour charging peri- od, a replacement battery is needed.
SThere will be some charge present in the bat- tery, but to ensure maximum running time, re-
charge your battery for 24 hours before use. S Permanent connection to the charger in a
STo prevent permanent battery damage, never store in a discharged condition.
SBattery Sealed for Life
No maintenance required
SBattery replacement
Should your battery need to be replaced, contact your authorized service dealer for a replacement battery and for proper dispos- al of the old battery.
WINTER STORAGE
SFully charge for 24 hours before winter stor-
age.
S If you are unable to leave your cordless trimmer on permanent charge, recharge the battery every 3 to 4 months for a full 24 hour charging period to fully charge the bat- tery during winter storage.
SAvoid extended storage without recharge. S Store in a cool dry place.
IMPORTANT!
DISPOSE OF YOUR OLD BATTERIES SAFELY. TAKE THE COMPLETE UNIT TO YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. DO NOT CUT OPEN, BURN OR INCINERATE.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled, review all assembly steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
SHAFT ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Ensure that the excess wire between the switch handle and motor housing is not twisted and is enclosed in switch handle and motor housing during assembly of the unit. Failure to do so may result in damage to the wires and/or the unit or serious injury to the operator.
1.Push the tube into the switch handle until it snaps into place.
Switch Handle
Tube
2.Push the tube into the motor housing until it snaps into place.
Tube
Motor Housing
3.Try to remove tube from switch handle and motor housing. If the tube remains in place, it is properly snapped into place. If the tube will not remain in place, repeat steps 1 and 2. Push until the tube snaps into place.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
WARNING: The shield must be prop- erly installed. The shield provides partial protec- tion from the risk of thrown objects to the opera- tor and others. Your unit is equipped with a line limiter pin, which cuts excess line to the proper length while running.
NOTE: If shield is not properly installed, dam- age to unit (including motor failure) will result.
1.Place the shield onto the motor housing. Ensure the cutting head remains free to rotate and the line is not caught between the shield and the motor housing (see il- lustration).
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