Instruction Manual
YardStick
®
Light
• Cordless Line Trimmer
• 9" Cutting Path
• .065" Professional Grade Line
• 18 Volt Power System
MODEL: YS18
BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON
PLEASE CALL 1-800-637-2867.
IMPORTANT TIPS:
• Battery must be charged before use. Please refer to
battery charging instructions.
• When starting unit, the safety switch must first be
pushed in and then the main trigger squeezed. It is
not necessary to keep the safety switch pushed in
after the trimmer has been started.
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read this manual and follow
all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
No Gas, No Cord,
and Ready when
you are!
American Gardener, Duluth, GA 30096
(800) 637-2867 - American-Gardener.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty...............................................................................
Safety Instructions..................................................................
Operation..............................................................................
Maintenance..........................................................................
Storage.................................................................................
Accessories...........................................................................
Service..................................................................................
Trouble Shooting....................................................................
Español................................................................................
Two Year Warranty on American Gardener YardStick
During normal residential use, if this YardStick® Light fails due to a defect
in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase,
American Gardener, at its sole discretion, will repair or replace the unit
free of charge.
For warranty services or questions please call (800) 637-2867.
This warranty applies only while this YardStick® Light is used in the United
States.
The warranty does not cover components that are subject to normal wear,
such as the batteries. It also does not cover abuse, misuse, or use of the
product in a commercial setting. Replacement parts are available for pur-
chase from the retailer you bought your product from, or by calling us at
(800) 637-2867 or visiting our web site at www.american-gardener.com.
Please read and follow the instructions for this product carefully.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING TOOL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:
associated with this product (or cords with accessories sold for this product) will
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause [cancer,
and] birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please wash hands after handling
the cord.
WARNING TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:
tain Lead, a chemical know to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. They are sealed for your protection - in no
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Handling the cord on the charger
The batteries in this product con-
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