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EngLIsh
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
14
and one hand on the auxiliary handle
4
.
Switching Trimmer On and Off (Fig. A)
To turn the appliance on, squeeze the lock-off button
2
and
then the variable speed trigger
1
. To turn the appliance off,
release the variable speed trigger and the lock-off button.
WARNING:
Never attempt to lock the trigger in the
on position.
Speed Control Switch (Fig. A)
This string trimmer gives you the choice to operate at a
more efficient speed to extend the runtime for larger jobs, or
accelerate the trimmer speed for high-performance cutting.
To extend runtime, push the speed control switch
3
forward
toward the auxiliary handle
4
into the "LO" position. This mode
is best for larger projects that require more time to complete.
To accelerate the trimmer, pull the speed control switch back
toward the battery housing
11
into the "HI" position. This mode
Proper Hand Position (Fig. G)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS
use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury,
ALWAYS
hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING:
Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Extending and Folding the Pole (Fig. A, C, P)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, do not operate the
unit while folded. The unit must be fully extended and the
pole clasp secured before the battery is inserted. Remove
battery before folding the unit. Fold unit completely until
it locks in place.
1. To lock pole into straight use position, first ensure battery
has been removed. Then flip up the locking lever
6
rotate
pole latch
7
forward and place the pole clasp
8
over the
clasp catch
20
. Rotate the pole latch
7
backwards until it
locks securely into position. Check the locking lever to make
sure it is properly locked in place.
2. To fold the pole for storage or transportation, first ensure
battery has been removed. Then flip up the locking
lever
6
, rotate pole latch
7
forward and lift the pole
clasp
8
up and over the clasp catch
20
. Fold the pole
completely until the guard
9
securely locks into place
over the rear of the battery housing
11
.
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (Fig. B)
nOTE:
Make sure your battery pack
12
is fully charged.
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack
12
with the rails inside the tool’s
handle (Fig. B).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap into place.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
13
and firmly pull the battery pack
out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some
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e
WALT
battery packs include a fuel gauge which consists
of three green LED lights that indicate the level of charge
remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button
35
. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level of
charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
nOTE:
The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
WARNING:
Use only
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e
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battery packs and chargers.
Attaching the Auxiliary Handle (Fig. A, D)
1. Place the auxiliary handle
4
on top of the handle base
23
so the upper trimmer pole
15
is between them.
2. Hold the auxiliary handle in place and slide the handle
bolts
24
into the handle from the top, threading them into
the handle base.
3. Tighten the handle bolts with the supplied hex wrench .
Ensure the handle is securely attached.
Attaching Guard (Fig. E, F)
WARNING:
Never remove the guard. Damage or personal
injury could result.
WARNING: NEVER OPERATE appliance WITHOUT
GUARD FIRMLY IN PLACE.
The guard must always be
properly attached on the appliance to protect the user.
1. Assemble the guard
9
to the motor housing
5
.
2. Using a crosshead screwdriver, insert the four guard
screws
21
and tighten securely.
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