Cutting equipment
Select correct cutting equipment and do maintenance on
the cutting equipment to:
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Get maximum cutting performance.
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Increase lifetime of the cutting equipment.
WARNING:
attachments with the guards we
recommend! See
20 . Refer to the instructions for the cutting
attachment to find the correct way to load
the trimmer line and the correct trimmer line
diameter.
WARNING:
attachment may increase the risk of
accidents.
Trimmer head
WARNING:
trimmer line is wound tightly and evenly
around the drum to prevent harmful
vibration.
(Fig. 31)
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Only use recommended trimmer heads and trimmer
lines.
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Only use recommended cutting attachments.
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Smaller machines requires small trimmer heads and
vice versa.
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The length of the trimmer line is important. A longer
trimmer line requires greater engine power than a
shorter trimmer line of the same diameter.
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Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer guard
is intact. This cuts the trimmer line to the correct
length.
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Soak the trimmer line in water for a couple of days
before use to increase the life length.
Battery safety
WARNING:
general instructions. Failure to observe the
safety and general instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and / or serious injury.
Keep all the safety information and general
instructions for future reference.
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These safety instructions apply only to 18V Li-ion
rechargeable batteries for the POWER FOR ALL
system.
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Use the rechargeable battery only in products
from POWER FOR ALL System partners. 18 V
rechargeable batteries labelled with POWER FOR
ALL are fully compatible with the following products:
1885 - 005 - 18.12.2023
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Technical data on page
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Always make sure the
Read all the safety and
– All products of the 18V POWER FOR ALL battery
system.
– All 18 V products from POWER FOR ALL System
partners.
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Observe the battery recommendations in the
operating manual of your product. Only this way
can the rechargeable battery and the product be
operated without danger and the rechargeable
batteries protected from hazardous overloading.
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Only charge the batteries using chargers
recommended by the manufacturer or by POWER
FOR ALL system partners. A charger that is suitable
for one type of battery may pose a fire risk when
used with a different battery.
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The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure
full battery capacity, fully charge the battery in the
charger before using your power tool for the first
time.
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Keep battery packs out of the reach of children.
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Do not open the battery. There is a risk of
shortcircuiting.
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In case of damage and improper use of the battery,
vapours may be emitted. The battery can set alight
or explode. Ensure the area is well ventilated
and seek medical attention should you experience
any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the
respiratory system.
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If used incorrectly or if the battery is damaged,
flammable liquid may be ejected from the battery.
Contact with this liquid should be avoided. If contact
accidentally occurs, rinse off with water. If the liquid
comes into contact with your eyes, seek additional
medical attention. Liquid ejected from the battery
may cause irritation or burns.
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If the battery is damaged liquid can be ejected and
cover nearby surfaces. Check affected parts. Clean
these parts or change them if necessary.
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Do not short-circuit the battery pack. When the
battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects, that can make
a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting
the battery terminals together may cause burns or a
fire.
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The battery can be damaged by pointed objects
such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied
externally. An internal short circuit may occur,
causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or
overheat.
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Never service damaged battery packs. Service of
battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
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Protect the battery against heat, e. g. against
continuous intense sunlight, fire, dirt, water and
moisture. There is a risk of explosion and short-
circuiting.
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Use the battery in the product only when the ambient
temperature is between -5 °C — 40 °C.
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