POWER CORD
The POWER CORD is where you attach your extension cord to the unit.
TRIGGER SWITCH
The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit. Release to stop.
LINE LIMITER PIN
The LINE LIMITER PIN cuts the cutting line to the proper cutting length.
TRIMMER HEAD
The TRIMMER HEAD holds cutting line and rotates during operation.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension Cord Gauge Chart
Length of Cord | Gauge | |
25 | Ft. (7.5 m) | 18 Gauge |
50 | Ft. (15 m) | 16 Gauge |
100 Ft. (30 m) | 16 Gauge | |
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Extension cords are available for this unit.
ATTACH THE EXTENSION
CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER
1.Form a loop in your extension cord.
2.Push the loop through the slot in the han- dle (see illustration).
3.Position the loop over the cord retainer and pull back to secure.
4.Connect power cord of unit to extension cord.
CORRECT OPERATING POSITION
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WARNING: Always wear eye protec- tion. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown and check for the following:
SWear eye protection and heavy clothing. S Hold trigger handle with right hand and as-
sist handle with left hand.
S Keep unit below waist level.
S Cut only from your right to your left to en- sure debris is thrown away from you. With- out bending over, keep line near and paral- lel to the ground and not crowded into material being cut.
AUTOMATIC LINE FEED SYSTEM
When the trimmer is initially started, a small length of cutting line is fed out.
Line Limiter Pin
After approximately 5 seconds, the line will be cut to the correct length by the line limiter pin as the motor reaches full speed. Make sure the motor is up to full speed before trim- ming. If the noise of the cutting line being cut cannot be heard, more line will need to be fed out.
To feed more line:
SAllow the motor to stop completely; then, re- start the motor and allow it to reach full speed.
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