Use and Care Manual

2 ENGLISH
ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: XRU15
Handle type Loop handle
No load speed
(at each rotation speed level)
Nylon cutting head 3: 6,500 /min
2: 5,300 /min
1: 3,500 /min
Overall length
(without cutting tool)
1,758 mm (69-1/4″)
Nylon cord diameter 2.0 - 2.3 mm (0.08 - 0.09″)
Applicable cutting tool and
cutting diameter
Nylon cutting head
(P/N: 197296-3)
380 mm (15″)
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V
Net weight 3.9 - 4.5 kg (8.6 - 10.0 lbs)
• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change
without notice.
• Specications may differ from country to country.
• The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heavi-
est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830 / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B /
BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF
• Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of
residence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges
and chargers may cause injury and/or re.
SAFETY WARNINGS
Important safety instructions
WARNING: When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of re,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following.
Read All Instructions
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
General instructions
1. Never allow people unfamiliar with these
instructions or children to use the machine.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the
operator. It is dangerous in the hands of untrained
users or children.
2. Be sure that anyone who is to operate the
string trimmer has rst read the instruction
manual.
3. Use the string trimmer with the utmost care
and attention.
4. Operate the string trimmer only if you are in
good physical condition. Perform all work
calmly and carefully. Use common sense
and keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
5. Never operate the string trimmer when tired,
feeling ill or under the inuence of alcohol or
drugs.
6. Avoid accidentally starting:
— Ensure the switch is in the off posi-
tion before installing the battery pack.
Inserting the battery pack into the string
trimmer with the switch on invites accidents.
— Carrying the string trimmer with your
nger on the switch invites accidents.
7. The string trimmer should be switched off
immediately if it shows any signs of abnormal
operation.
8. Don't force the tool. It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
9. Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.