Skil LT4818-00 Manual Del Propietário página 16

To Start The String Trimmer (Fig . 12)
1. Press the lock-off button down and hold
it in that position. Press the trigger switch
to turn on the string trimmer. Release the
lock-off button and continue to squeeze the
trigger switch for continued operation.
2. The rotational speed of the trimmer head
is controlled with the variable-speed trigger
switch. More pressure on the trigger results
in higher speed; less pressure on the
trigger results in lower speed. Adjust the
speed to suit the task at hand.
NOTICE: The motor runs only when the
lock-off button and trigger switch are both
pressed.
To Stop The String Trimmer
Release the trigger switch to stop the string trimmer.
WARNING
To Use the String Trimmer
WARNING
locations.
WARNING
before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the unit.
Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects, such as rocks, broken glass,
nails, wire, or string that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. Keep all children, bystanders and pets
at least 100 ft. (30.5m) away. There still may be risk to bystanders from thrown objects;
bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the
motor immediately.
Check for Damaged/Worn Parts before Each Use
Check the trimmer head, guard and front-assist handle and replace any parts that are cracked,
warped, bent, or damaged in any away.
The line-cutting blade on the edge of the guard can dull over time. It is recommended that you
periodically sharpen it with a file or replace it with a new blade.
WARNING
guard and protect your hand from injury.
Clean the Trimmer after Each Use
See the Maintenance section for cleaning instructions.
WARNING
of commercial solvents. Use clean clothes to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
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Always remove the battery pack from the string trimmer during work
breaks and after finishing work.
To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all
times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty
To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the tool
Always wear gloves when mounting or replacing the guard or when
sharpening or replacing the blade. Note the location of the blade on the
Never use water to clean your trimmer. Avoid using solvents when cleaning
plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types
Fig. 12
Lock-off Button
Variable-Speed
Trigger Switch