40V Brushless String Trimmer 21362 Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
CONTENTS Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 2 Important Safet y Instructions........................................................................... ....3 - 5 Symbols ............................................................................................................................ 6 -7 Know your power head ..........................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WA R N I N G Read and understand all instructions before using this product. Failure to follow all • liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. • Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit. • Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. • Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands. • Never allow children to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit. • Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free • Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine. • Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk. • Do not point the string trimmer in the direction of people or pets. • When not in use, string trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children. • Maintain tool with care. Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance. follow unplugging it.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER (See Figure 1.) The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules, in both this manual and the operator’s manuals for all attachments that your are using with this power head.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • 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 call1-888-90WORKS for assistance.
ASSEMBLY SLOT GRASS DEFLECTOR Fig.2 INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD(See Figure 3.) WA R N I N G Read and understand entire Operator’s Manual for each optional attachment used on this power head and follow all warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in WA R N I N G Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while power head is running. Failure to stop the motor can cause serious personal injury. Never operate power head without an attachment.
ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE(See Figure 4.) BOLT Fig.4 • Press the front handle onto the power head shaft so that the handle is angled toward the rear handle. • Place the front handle along the power head shaft to a position that allows for comfortable operation. • Slide the bolt through the holes in the front handle. • Slide the washer onto the bolt. • Place the wing nut onto the bolt and tighten the wing nut securely.
OPERATION WA R N I N G Read and understand entire Operator’s Manual for each optional attachment used on this power head and follow all warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in WA R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of WA R N I N G Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
OPERATION HIGH SPEED BUTTON POWER BUTTON LOCK-OUT BUTTON SWITCH TRIGGER OPERATING THE TRIMMER Fig.5 (See Figures 6) WA R N I N G Motor housing may become hot during operation. Do not rest or place your arm, hand, or any 13 (depending on attachment used) during trimmer operation with all body parts clear of motor housing (or as shown in the applicable attachment Operator’s Manual). Extended contact with the motor housing may result in burns or other injuries.
OPERATION Fig.6 WA R N I N G Always hold the power head away from the body keeping clearance between the body and the product. Any contact with the attachment cutting head can result in burns and/or other serious personal injury.. WA R N I N G Extreme care must be taken when using a blade attachment to ensure safe operation. Read the safety information for safe operation when using a blade attachment and refer to the safety rules and instructions in your attachment manual.
OPERATION INSTALLING STRING IN STRING HEAD See Figure 7 1. Line up the slots on the spool cap with the slots on the string head. 2. Insert line through the string head hole. Push line until it exits the opposite string head hole. 3. Pull the line through until there is an equal amount of line on each side. 4. Turn the spool cap clock-wise to begin winding the string into the string head. Leave approximately 5 inches of string protruding out of each side of the head. It is recommended that .
OPERATION LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF BLADE See Figure 9. CUT-OFF BLADE Fig.9 CUTTING TIPS (See Figures 10) • Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from your body. (Proper operating position 6 • Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. • The trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right to left. This will avoid throwing debris at the 10. • Use the tip of string to do the cutting; do not force string head into uncut grass.
MAINTENANCE WA R N I N G When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WA R N I N G Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Head protection may also be required depending on the type of attachment used and as prescribed in the attachment’s Operator’s Manual. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
MAINTENANCE NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene. STORING THE POWER HEAD • Clean all foreign material from the product. • Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. • Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM Motor fails to start when switch trigger is depressed.
LIMITED FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY 10 YEAR/AÑO MOTOR WARRANTY GARANTÍA DE MOTOR 4 YEAR/AÑO TOOL WARRANTY GARANTÍA DE INSTRUMENTO 2 YEAR/AÑO BATTERY WARRANTY GARANTÍA DE BATERÍA GREENWORKS™ hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase, for a period of four (4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer.
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