HOLDING THE STRING TRIMMER
WARNING:
reduce the risk of injury when operating
this tool. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing
protection. Wear heavy, long pants, boots
and gloves. Do not wear short pants or
sandals or go barefoot. Before operating
the unit, stand in the operating position
and check that:
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The operator is wearing eye
protection and proper clothing.
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One arm is slightly bent, and the
hand on that arm is holding the rear
handle.
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The other arm is straight, and that hand is holding the front-assist handle.
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The trimmer head is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the material to be
cut without the operator having to bend over (Fig. 11).
STARTING/STOPPING THE STRING TRIMMER
Before starting the string trimmer
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Make sure that you have a secure and balanced footing.
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Stand upright and hold the string trimmer in a relaxed position.
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Make sure that the cutting line is not touching the ground or any other objects.
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Hold the string trimmer with both hands: one hand on the rear handle and one
hand on the front-assist handle.
56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS 15" STRING TRIMMER—ST1520 & ST1520S
Dress properly to
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