Assembly
Incorrect use can result in fluid leaking out
of the battery. Avoid contact with the fluid. In
case of inadvertent contact, rinse off with wa-
ter. If the fluid gets into your eye, seek additio-
nal medical assistance. Leaking battery fluid
can lead to skin irritations or burns.
Each time before using the charger, check
the housing, plug and cable for damage.
Do not use the charger if it is damaged.
Do not open the charger! Renew the charger
if it is defective.
Protect the appliance, battery and charger
against moisture. Only charge indoors.
Only have electrical appliances repaired by
qualified electricians, and only using genuine
spare parts. This ensures that the appliance
remains safe.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION!
The machine is not allowed to be opera-
ted unless it has been fully assembled.
CAUTION!
Do not insert the battery until the appli-
ance has been completely assembled.
Install the guard plate
The knife integrated in the guard plate
automatically cuts the line to the opti-
mum length.
1. Set the guard plate in relation to the cutter
head (2-1).
2. Make sure that the line is exposed.
3. Screw the guard plate on at the rear with the
supplied screws (2-1).
4. Place the guide wheel on the guard hood and
tighten the screws (2.2).
Installation of auxiliary handle
The holder of the auxiliary handle is mounted on
the telescopic handle. The supplied replacement
spool is integrated in the holder.
Installation of auxiliary handle
The angle of the handle can be individually adjus-
ted using the tip lever.
1. Push the holder onto the shaft.
2. Pull the grip bar of the auxiliary handle slightly
apart (3-1).
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3. Push the auxiliary handle onto the holder
(3-2).
4. Engage the auxiliary handle in the splines.
5. Place the tip lever with pin holder onto the
clamping pin.
6. Screw the clamping pin tight so that the tip
lever can be operated with little force (3-3).
STARTUP
CAUTION!
Always perform a visual check prior to
start-up.
CAUTION!
Do not use damaged batteries. Danger
of fire!
CAUTION!
Danger of explosion and fire!
The charger heats up during charging.
Do not place it on a flammable surface or
in a flammable environment.
Charging the battery
For more information about charging the battery,
refer to the separate instructions for the battery
and the charger.
Inserting the battery
1. Press the locking catch.
2. Push the battery along the guide until the con-
tact socket on the battery is firmly located on
the contact plug of the appliance.
Removing the battery
1. Press the lock (5-1).
2. Pull the battery out of the machine (5-2).
Adjusting the telescopic handle
1. To release, turn the upper locking sleeve
through about 180° to the right (4-1).
2. Set the telescopic handle to the individual
physique. The telescopic handle can be ex-
tended by approx. 10 cm (4-2).
3. Tighten the locking sleeve (4-3).
Swivelling the cutter head
To trim lawn edges, for example, it is possible to
swivel the cutter head through 180° (5, 6).
1. Loosen the lower locking sleeve (5-1).
2. Turn the telescopic handle through 180° (5-2).
3. Screw the locking sleeve tight (5-3, 6-1).
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