Oregon ST275 instruction manual TRIMMER/EDGER Names and Terms

TRIMMER/EDGER NAMES AND TERMS	OREGON® Cordless Tool System
	TRIMMER/EDGER MODEL ST275

TRIMMER/EDGER NAMES AND TERMS

Adjustment knob: The knob on the spool that is rotated to load the trimmer line.

Bystander safety zone: A 6 m (20 ft) circle around the operator that must remain free from tripping hazards, bystanders, children, and pets.

Cutting speed: The trimmer/edger has a variable cutting speed. Press the throttle trigger more firmly for faster cutting speed. To get the most cutting time out of each charge, use only the minimum cutting speed necessary to cut the material.

Edging: The process of using the trimmer/ edger to maintain a clean line between lawn and sidewalk, pavement, flower bed, or other object.

Edging guide: The metal component extending from the trimmer that helps control the position of the trimmer head during edging.

Front handle: The support handle toward the middle of the shaft.

Grass wrap protector: The plastic cover between the trimmer head and the guard that helps prevent grass bind.

Guard: The barrier between the trimmer head and the operator.

Line cutting blade: The blade on the bottom of the guard that limits the length of the trimmer line.

Motor housing: The plastic cover at the end of the shaft that holds the guard and trimmer head.

Powerhead: The assembly at the end of the shaft holding the battery pack.

Rear handle: The support handle, located at or toward the rear of the trimmer/ edger, where the throttle trigger is located.

Shaft: The long portion between the powerhead and the motor housing.

Spindle: The part protruding from the motor housing that connects the trimmer head to the trimmer/edger.

Spool: The part of the trimmer head that holds the trimmer line.

Throttle trigger: A device that controls the speed of the head.

Trimmer head: The rotating assembly at the end of the shaft, below the guard.

Trimming: The process of using the trimmer/edger to cut grass or weeds to a manageable height.

Trigger lock-out: A movable stop that prevents the unintentional activation of the trimmer/edger until manually actuated.

Wear parts: Parts such as the trimmer head and trimmer line that wear during use and can be replaced by the user.

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