SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
No Load Strokes per Minute (SPM)
Safety Alert Symbol
Read Operator's Manual
Always wear eye protection, hearing
protection, and protective clothing
and footwear.
Always wear gloves and personal
protective equipment.
Keep hands, feet, and body away
from blade.
Do not use in rain or wet locations.
Keep bystanders 15' away during use.
UL Listing for Canada and U.S.
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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1. Blades
2. Fuel gauge
3. Handle
ASSEMBLY
Recharge only with the charger
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specified for the battery. For spe-
cific charging instructions, read the operator's
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
Always remove the battery pack
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any time the tool is not in use.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
Only use accessories specifically
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recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Blade Cover
Always place the blade cover over the blade before
moving from one job to another, storing or transport-
ing the tool. DANGER! Blade is sharp. Keep hands
and body away from blade.
1. Remove battery pack.
2. Slide the blade cover over the blade. It may be
necessary to push with some force as blade cover
reaches the front guard.
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4. Battery bay
5. Lock-off button
6. Trigger
3. To remove, pull blade cover off of blade. It may
be necessary to pull with some force until cover
clears the detent near the guard.
Always turn off the tool between
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cuts or when transporting from
one location to another. Do not carry tool with
finger on the trigger. Accidental starting can
cause serious personal injury.
Always remove the battery pack and cover the
blade before transporting. Carry tool by the
handle. Do not carry tool with fingers on trigger.
To reduce the risk of injury, always
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remove the battery pack from the
tool before lubricating.
Lubricating the Blade
To extend cutting life, lubricate the trimmer blades
before and after each use and before storing.
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1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Apply machine oil along both sides of the top
blade.
To reduce the risk of injury, always
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wear proper eye protection marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Use only recom-
mended accessories. Others may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read op-
erator's manual. Risk of eye injury. Always wear
eye protection, hearing protection, and protective
clothing and footwear. Keep bystanders at least
15' away during use. Objects may be thrown or
ricochet in all directions. Avoid accidental
startup; do not pick up or carry tool by trigger.
To determine the amount of charge left in the battery,
turn the tool ON. The Fuel Gauge will light up for 2-3
seconds. When less than 10% of charge is left, 1 light
on the fuel gauge will flash 4 times.
To signal the end of charge, 1 light on the fuel gauge
will flash 8 times and the tool will not run. Charge
the battery pack.
If the battery becomes too hot, the fuel gauge lights
will flash and the tool will not run. Allow the battery
to cool down.
Starting and Stopping the Tool
1. Always remove the blade cover before use.
2. Hold the handle securely. DANGER! Blade is
sharp. Keep hands and body away from blade.
3. To start the tool, push the lock-off trigger down and
then pull the trigger. Allow the motor to reach full
speed before starting to cut.
4. To stop the tool, release the trigger.
5. Always wait for blades to stop before setting down.
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Transporting
OPERATION
Fuel Gauge