Cub Cadet ST59L manual 3

KNOW YOUR UNIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

APPLICATIONS
This unit may be used for the purposes listed below:
• Cutting grass and light weeds
• Edging
• Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.		Multi-purpose
	Handle	Tool
TOOLS REQUIRED:	Housing

•4mm Allen wrench (multi-purpose tool) (included)

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

Shaft Grip

D-Handle

SwitchBattery

Trigger

Line Cutting

Blade

Lock-off

Button

Shaft

Adjustment

Coupler

Cutting Head

Shield

CHARGING THE BATTERY

NOTE: The battery is not shipped fully charged. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before use to ensure that maximum run time can be achieved. The lithium-ion battery will not develop a memory and may be charged at any time. A fully discharged battery will require approximately 2 hours to completely charge.

1.Plug the charger into an AC wall outlet/ receptacle.

2.The red Power LED will illuminate (Fig. 7).

3.Insert the battery into the charger (Fig. 8).

NOTE: Make sure the battery is fully inserted into the charger by making sure the red Indicator LED charge light is on (Fig. 7).

4.Once the battery has reached a full charge level the Indicator LED will turn from red to green (Fig. 7).

5.The battery may be removed or stored in the charger once it is fully charged; however, it is recommended to disconnect the plug from the wall outlet/receptacle. To remove the battery, hold down the battery latch and slide the battery off the charger (Fig. 8).

NOTE: Lithium-ion batteries, while in use, will continue to provide full power without power fade unlike typical batteries; when the battery is fully discharged, the battery circuitry will immediately cut power to the tool and require immediate charging.

Battery Instructions

Press the battery capacity indicator (BCI) button. The lights will illuminate according to the battery’s current power level (Fig. 9).

INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY

Follow these instructions in order to avoid injury and to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire:

•Verify that the lock-off button is in the locked or OFF position before installing or removing the battery. Refer to Starting and Stopping Instructions.

•Verify that the battery is removed and the lock-off button is in the locked or OFF position before inspecting, adjusting or performing maintenance on any part of the unit.

Installing the Battery

1.Align the tongue of the battery with the handle cavity (Fig. 10).

2.Grasp the rear handle firmly.

3.Push the battery into the handle cavity until the latch locks into place.

4.Do not use force when inserting the battery. It should slide into position and “click.”

Removing the Battery

Battery

Compartment

Power

LED

Indicator

LED

Fig. 7

Battery Latch

Fig. 8

BCI Button LED Meter

Battery Charger

Cutting Head

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Make sure the motor is off and the battery is disconnected before assembling or disassembling any components.

CAUTION: When the battery is not installed in the unit, keep it away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other metal objects that could make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns or a fire.

1.Press the latch button on the battery down and hold (Fig. 10).

2.Grasp the rear handle firmly and pull the battery out of the handle cavity.

NOTE: The battery fits into the handle cavity snugly in order to prevent accidental dislodging. It may require a strong pull to remove it.

IMPORTANT! The battery is equipped with an internal circuit breaker that will automatically shut off power to the unit if the battery is overloaded during heavy use. Once cooled, the battery will reset itself. Follow these steps if an overload occurs:

1.Release the switch trigger and then restart the unit. Refer to Starting and Stopping Instructions.

2.The battery may need to be removed for approximately 1 minute, allowed to cool and then reinstalled.

	Fig. 9
Battery Latch	Handle
	Housing
Battery

This unit requires assembly.

UNPACKING

•Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box.

•Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

•Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

•If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-877-282-8684(U.S.) or 1-800-668-1238(Canada) for assistance.

ASSEMBLING THE SHAFT

1.Remove the rubber protector from the end of the upper boom (Fig. 1A and 1B).

2.Unfold the unit so that the lower boom is in line with the upper boom (Fig. 1C).

Fig. 10

STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Make sure the coupler buckle is in the clamped position and that the coupler is at the top of its travel area on the lower boom. (Fig. 2).

WARNING: To prevent serious damage to the unit, make sure not to let the lower boom drop or pull excessively while unfolding the unit.

STARTING THE MOTOR

Make sure the immediate area is clear of any objects or obstructions that could come in contact with the cutting head.

To help prevent accidental start-ups, this unit has a lock-off button and switch trigger that must be used together to start the unit.

Shaft Grip

3.	Slide the top of the lower boom shaft into the bottom
	of the upper boom shaft and push together until the
	coupler is snug against the upper boom. Make sure
	the coupler lock button snaps into the hole (Fig. 3).	A	B	C
4.	Using a 4mm Allen Wrench tighten the upper Allen
	bolt until the coupler is secure and will not move on
	the upper boom. (Fig. 4).

INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE D-HANDLE

1. Place D-handle over the shaft housing and onto the bottom clamp (Fig. 5). Place it a minimum of 6 inches (15.24 cm) from the end of the shaft grip.

2.Start the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not tighten until you make the handle adjustment.

3.While holding the unit in the operating position

	(Fig. 12), move the D-handle to the location that	Fig. 1
	provides you the best grip.
4.	Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the D-handle is secure.		Coupler
INSTALLING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT SHIELD		Upper Boom
	WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate	Shaft
	the trimmer without the cutting attachment shield in place.
1.	Turn the unit over so that the cutting head is facing up (Fig. 6).
2.	Using a Philips head screwdriver, remove the three screws from the cutting head.
3.	Place the shield over the cutting head and onto the motor housing so that
	the decal is facing down and the 3 screw holes line up with the 3 screw pegs		Coupler	Lower Boom
	on the motor housing.
4.	Install and tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver (Fig. 6).		Buckle	Shaft
			Fig. 2
	Coupler
	Lock Button
				Coupler
				Buckle

		Allen Bolt
	Fig. 3	Fig. 4
Shaft Grip	Screws (4)	Screws (3)
	D-Handle
		Cutting Head
	Bottom	Shield
Minimum	Clamp
6 inches		Cutting
(15.24 cm)
		Head
	Fig. 5	Fig. 6

1.	Fit the battery into the handle cavity (Fig. 10). Refer to Installing the Battery.
2.	Press and hold the lock-off button (Fig. 11). This makes the switch trigger
	operational.
3.	While holding the lock-off button, press and hold the switch trigger (Fig. 11).
4.	Release the lock-off button and continue to squeeze the switch trigger for
	continued operation.
STOPPING THE MOTOR		Switch Trigger	Lock-off Button
1.	Release the switch trigger.

NOTE:	Upon release of the switch trigger, the lock-off button will automatically	Fig. 11
	reset to the locked position.

CAUTION: Always allow 5 seconds or more for the cutting head to come to a complete stop after releasing the switch trigger. Do not invert the unit, or place any body parts near the cutting head until it has come to a complete stop.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this unit to promote carelessness. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is enough to inflict serious injury.

WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate the unit until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Always wear appropriate eye and ear protection when operating this unit. Wear safety goggles, or safety glasses with side shields, that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards. Failure to do so could result in serious eye injury caused by thrown objects. If the operation is dusty, wear a facemask or dust mask.

WARNING: Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection. Refer to the Safety Information section for appropriate safety equipment.

WARNING: Do not expose the unit to rain. Do not use the unit in damp or wet locations or conditions.

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, do not wear loose fitting garments, such as scarves, strings, chains or ties, which could be drawn into the air intake. Long hair must be pulled back and secured at the shoulders and neck.

PROPER GRIP ON HANDLE

• Always maintain a proper grip on the handles whenever the motor is running. Grip the unit firmly with both hands. Keep the left hand on the D-handle and the right hand on the shaft grip. The fingers should encircle the handle(s) and the thumb(s) should wrap under the handle(s). The left arm should be straight and the right arm slightly bent.

PROPER STANCE

• Balance body weight securely, with both feet on solid ground.

WORK AREA PRECAUTIONS

•Keep everyone – helpers, bystanders, children and animals – at least 50 feet

(15 m) away from the work area. If anyone enters the work area, stop the unit!

• Only operate the unit when visibility and light are adequate to see clearly.
•	Remove stones, nails, glass and wire from the area before operating the unit.
•	Only operate the unit during reasonable hours. Comply with times listed in	Fig. 12
	local ordinances.

OPERATING THE TRIMMER

1.Hold the unit at waist level with the cutting attachment parallel to the ground so that it easily contacts the grass without the need to bend over (Fig. 12).

2.Start the motor. Refer to Starting and Stopping Instructions.

3.Slowly move the cutting attachment into and out of the cutting area at the desired height.

•Move either in a forward-backward or side-to-side motion. When cutting from side-to-side, cut from right to left whenever possible. This improves the unit’s cutting efficiency and directs clippings away from the operator.

•Cutting shorter lengths produces the best results.

•Cut grass over 8 inches (200 mm) by working from top to bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or motor drag.

•Do not force the cutting attachment. Allow the tip of the line to do the cutting, especially along walls. Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the motor.

•Only trim when grass or weeds are dry.

4.Dispose of debris appropriately.

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