EnGLIsH
Do not expose the tool to rain or high humidity or
leave outdoors while it is raining.
Switch the tool off. Before performing any
maintenance on the tool, remove the battery from
the tool.
Wear head protection.
Wear slip-resistant footwear.
Wear slip-resistant gloves.
Keep people and animals at least 15 m away from
the work area.
Keep bystanders away.
Directive 2000/14/EC guaranteed sound power.
Date Code Position (Fig. A)
The date code
, which also includes the year of manufacture,
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is printed into the housing.
Example:
2018 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
Description (Fig. A)
WARNING:
Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
Variable speed trigger
1
Lock-off lever
2
Speed control switch
3
Auxiliary handle
4
Motor housing
5
Trimmer pole
6
Guard
7
Spool housing
8
Battery housing
9
Battery pack
10
Battery release button
11
Primary handle
12
Intended Use
Your string trimmer has been designed for professional
trimming applications.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
This string trimmer is a professional appliance.
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DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.
Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
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intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
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This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with this product.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
WARNING:
Use only D
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (Fig. A, C)
nOTE: Make sure your battery pack
To install the battery pack: Align the battery pack
the rails inside the battery housing
housing until the battery pack is firmly seated and ensure that it
does not disengage.
To remove battery pack: Depress the release button
and firmly pull the battery pack out of the battery housing
Insert it into the charger as described in the charger section of
this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. C)
Some D
WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which
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consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button
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. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level
of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
nOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
Adjusting Auxiliary Handle (Fig. D)
The trimmer comes fully assembled. The auxiliary handle
is positioned to maximize balance. However, if adjustment is
necessary, loosen the four bolts
the auxiliary handle up or down the trimmer pole
WALT battery packs and chargers.
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is fully charged.
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with
and slide it into the
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11
9
4
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with a hex wrench and slide
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.