Kobalt KOC 4124A-03 Manual de usuario

Marca: Kobalt

Modelo: KOC 4124A-03

Categoría: Podadoras de césped

Tipo: Manual de usuario

JW18121

Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer

service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST,

Monday - Friday.

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE

Serial Number Purchase Date

ITEM #1157558/0856455/0726981/0856457

BRUSHLESS BLOWER

MODEL #KHB 4124B-03

Español p. 13

WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Specications ......................................................................................2

Package Contents ............................................................................................3

Safety Information ............................................................................................ 4

Preparation .......................................................................................................7

Assembly Instructions ......................................................................................8

Operating Instructions .................................................................................... 10

Care and Maintenance ................................................................................... 11

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 12

Warranty ......................................................................................................... 12

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

COMPONENT SPECIFICATION

Rated voltage 24V d.c.

Air volume 410 CFM

Air speed (Max.) 100 MPH

PACKAGE CONTENTS

B C

PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION

A Blower tube C Variable-speed trigger switch

B Trigger-lock lever D Hanging hole

WARNING

• Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully. Inspect the tool carefully to

make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged

or missing, please return the product to the place of purchase. Do not discard the carton or

any packaging material until all parts have been examined.

• If any part of the tool is missing or damaged, do not attach the battery pack or use the tool

until the part has been repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in

serious injury.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate

this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at

1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.

WARNING

• The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power-tool operation, always wear

safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield, when needed. It is

recommended to use a wide vision safety mask over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses

with shields. Always use eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

• Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

– Lead from lead-based paints

– Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products

– Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber

• Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work.

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

– Work in a well-ventilated area.

– Work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to

lter out microscopic particles.

– Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and

other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap

and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or to lie on the skin may promote

absorption of harmful chemicals.

DANGER

• People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s)

before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart

pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.

Know the Tool

To operate this tool, carefully read this manual and all labels afxed to the tool before using it.

Keep this manual available for future reference.

Important

This tool should be serviced only by a qualied service technician.

Read All Instructions Thoroughly

SAFETY INFORMATION

Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning.

Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.

SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION

V Volts n

No-load Speed

A Amps CFM Cubic Feet per Minute

WARNING- To reduce

the risk of injury, user

must read instruction

manual.

Direct Current

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the

following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT!

WARNING

• To reduce risk of re, electric shock, or injury:

• Know your power blower. Read the instruction manual carefully. Learn the blower’s

applications and limitations, as well as the specic potential hazards related to this

blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or serious injury.

• Do not use in rain.

• Do not allow the blower to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by

or near children.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended

attachments.

• Do not handle the charger, including charger plug, or charger terminals with wet

hands.

• Do not put any object into any openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep

openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers, and all parts of body away from openings and

moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not charge the battery pack outdoors.

• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.

• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can

explode in a re.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the “off” position before

connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the

appliance with your nger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on

invites accidents.

• Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments,

changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

• Use the battery operated blower only with specically designated battery pack. Use of

any other batteries may create a risk of re.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Use only with battery packs and chargers listed below.

BATTERY PACK CHARGER

KB 124-03; KB 224-03; KB 424-03;

KB 524-03; KB 624-03; KB 924-03

KRC 2445-03

KRC 2490-03

• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modied. Damaged or

modied batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in re explosion or risk of

injury.

• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to re or excessive temperature. Exposure

to re or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.

• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance

outside of the temperature range specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or

at temperatures outside of the specied range may damage the battery and increase the

risk of re.

• Have servicing performed by a qualied repair person using only identical

replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as

indicated in the instructions for use and care.

• Do not operate blowers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of

ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Blowers create sparks which may ignite the dust or

fumes.

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power

blower. Do not use the blower while tired, upset, or under the inuence of drugs,

alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating blowers may result in

serious personal injury.

• Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a

solid surface enables better control of the blower in unexpected situations.

• Keep rm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of

balance.

• Always take care of your feet, children, or pets around you when removing the battery

pack from blower. NEVER remove the battery pack when in a high position. Serious

injury could result if the battery pack falls.

• Do not use the blower if switch does not turn it on or off. A blower that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any

other condition that may affect the blower’s operation. If damaged, have the blower

serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained blowers.

• Keep the blower and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use

a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake uids, gasoline, petroleum-based

products, or any strong solvents to clean your blower. Following this rule will reduce the

risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protection when operating this equipment.

Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury.

• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this

rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

• Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

• Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or

jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar

lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your

footing on slippery surfaces.

• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass,

nails, wire, or string which can be thrown by or become entangled in the machine.

• Do not point the blower tube in the direction of people or pets.

• Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure that the

blower tube is installed.

• When not in use, the blower should be stored indoors in a dry, secure place out of the

reach of children.

• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.

• Never use the blower near res or hot ashes. Use near res or ashes can spread res

and result in serious injury and/or property damage.

• Never use blower to spread chemicals, fertilizers, or any other toxic substances.

Spreading these substances could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

• Never place the blower on any surface, except a hard, clean surface when the engine

is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown at

the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.

• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may

use this tool. If you loan this tool to someone else, also loan these instructions to them to

prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

PREPARATION

Know Your Blower

This blower can be used for the purposes listed: Clearing hard surfaces, such as driveways and

walkways. Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine needles.

Before attempting to use the blower, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and

safety requirements.

WARNING

• Do not allow familiarity with the tool to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless

moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any tool, be sure to

become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.

• Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this

tool. Any such alteration or modication is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition

leading to possible serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Assembling the Blower Tube

This product requires assembly before using.

WARNING

• To prevent accidental starting that could cause

serious personal injury, always remove the

battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.

a. Align the groove in the blower tube (A) with the

knob on the blower housing. Push the tube

onto the blower housing.

b. Rotate the blower tube counterclockwise until

a “click” is heard to signal that the knob has

locked into place.

c. Make sure that the 24V MAX mark is facing

upward after assembly, otherwise the tube is

not secured to the blower. If necessary, remove

the tube and align the opposite groove with the

knob to install the tube properly.

d. To remove the blower tube, rotate the blower

tube clockwise approximate 90°, then pull it

straight out from the blower.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

2. To Install/Remove Battery Pack

To Attach Battery Pack

a. Make sure that the variable-speed trigger

switch (C) is in OFF position and the trigger-

lock lever (B) is in the OFF position.

b. Align the raised portion on the battery pack

(not included) with the grooves on the bottom

of the tool, then slide the battery pack onto the

tool as shown.

c. Ensure that the battery-release buttons on the

battery pack snap into place and the battery

pack is secured to the tool before beginning

operation.

NOTICE: When placing the battery pack on the

tool, be sure that the raised rib on the battery pack aligns with the groove on the tool and the

latches snap into place properly. Improper assembly of the battery pack can cause damage to

internal components.

To Detach Battery Pack

a. Make sure that the variable-speed trigger switch (C) is in OFF position and the trigger lock

(B) is in the OFF position.

b. Press the battery-release buttons to release the battery pack.

c. Pull upward on the battery pack to remove it from the tool.

WARNING

• Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, the trigger lock should always in

OFF position when the tool is not in use or when carrying the tool at your side.

B C

Battery-release

button

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. To Start/Stop the Blower

The variable-speed trigger switch (C) can turn the

blower ON/OFF and deliver variable speed. The

blower is also equipped with a trigger-lock lever (B)

to turn the blower ON/OFF, and lock the blower at a

certain speed.

To Turn the Blower ON

a. To turn the blower ON, depress the variable-

speed trigger switch (C).

b. The variable-speed trigger switch delivers

higher speed with increased trigger pressure

and lower speed with decreased trigger

pressure.

c. To lock the blower on a certain speed, move the

trigger-lock lever (B) toward the back of the tool.

d. The trigger-lock lever can also be pulled back to start the blower without needing to rst

depress the variable-speed trigger switch. The blower runs at higher speeds as the lever is

moved further back.

To Turn the Blower OFF

a. If the trigger-lock lever (B) is not engaged, release the variable-speed trigger switch (C).

b. If the trigger-lock lever is engaged, move the trigger-lock lever forward to the unlocked

position.

2. Hanging hole

The blower is equipped with a hanging hole (D).

The blower can be hung from a screw or nail for

storage.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3. Operating the Blower

WARNING

• Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with

hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and

other possible serious injuries.

• Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this

product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious

personal injury.

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts, such as

screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this

product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.

• To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow

directly into the center of a pile.

• To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.

• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing it to clear it. In dusty conditions,

slightly dampen surfaces if water is available.

• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely

away.

• After using blowers or other equipment, clean up! Dispose of debris properly.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

All maintenance should only be carried out by a qualied service technician.

Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery from the tool. For

safe and proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean.

Cleaning

Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your blower; never use detergent or alcohol.

Storage

Clean all foreign material from the air inlets of the blower.

Store indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents,

such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING

• Turn the switch to the “OFF” position, and remove battery from the tool before performing

troubleshooting procedures.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tool does not work. 1. Low battery capacity. 1. Charge the battery pack.

2. The battery pack or

blower is too hot.

2. Turn off the blower and allow the

blower and battery pack to cool.

The air velocity

decreases obviously.

The air inlet is blocked by

debris.

Remove the battery pack; clear the

debris.

WARRANTY

For 5 years from the date of purchase, this product is warranted for the original purchaser to

be free from defects in material and workmanship. This guarantee does not cover damage

due to abuse, normal wear, improper maintenance, neglect, unauthorized repair/alteration, or

expendable parts and accessories expected to become unusable after a reasonable period of

use. This warranty is limited to 90 days for commercial and rental use.

If you think your product meets the above guarantee criteria, please return it to the place of

purchase with valid proof of purchase and the defective product will be repaired or replaced at

no charge. This guarantee gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights

that vary from state to state.

Printed in China

ARTÍCULO #1157558/0856455/0726981/0856457

SOPLADOR SIN CEPILLO

MODELO #KHB 4124B-03

¿Preguntas, problemas, piezas faltantes? Antes de volver a la tienda, llame a nuestro

departamento de servicio al cliente al 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), de lunes a

viernes de 8 a. m. a 8 p. m., hora estándar del Este.

ADJUNTE SU RECIBO AQUÍ

Número de serie Fecha de compra

ADVERTENCIA Lea todas las advertencias de seguridad y todas las instrucciones. El incum-

plimiento de las advertencias y las instrucciones podría provocar descargas eléctricas, incendios

o lesiones graves.

ÍNDICE

Especicaciones del producto ........................................................................14

Contenido del paquete ................................................................................... 15

Información de seguridad ...............................................................................16

Preparación ....................................................................................................20

Instrucciones de ensamblaje ..........................................................................21

Instrucciones de funcionamiento ....................................................................23

Cuidado y mantenimiento ..............................................................................25

Solución de problemas ...................................................................................25

Garantía .........................................................................................................26

ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO

COMPONENTE ESPECIFICACIONES

Tensión nominal 24 VCC

Volumen de aire 11,6 m

/min

Velocidad de aire (Máx.) 160,93 km/h

CONTENIDO DEL PAQUETE

B C

PIEZA DESCRIPCIÓN PIEZA DESCRIPCIÓN

A Tubo del soplador C

Interruptor del gatillo de

velocidad variable

B Palanca de bloqueo del gatillo D Oricio para colgar

ADVERTENCIA

• Saque la herramienta del paquete y examínela con cuidado. Inspeccione la herramienta con

cuidado para asegurarse de que no se produjo ninguna ruptura ni ningún daño durante el

envío. Si hay piezas dañadas o faltantes, devuelva el producto al lugar donde lo compró. No

deseche la caja ni ningún material de embalaje hasta haber examinado todas las piezas.

• Si falta alguna pieza o si alguna pieza está dañada, no je el paquete de baterías ni use

la herramienta hasta reparar o reemplazar la pieza. No seguir esta advertencia podría

provocar lesiones graves.

INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD

Lea y comprenda completamente este manual antes de comenzar a ensamblar u operar este

producto. Si tiene preguntas relacionadas con el producto, llame al Departamento de Servicio

al Cliente al 1-888-3KOBALT, de lunes a viernes de 8 a. m. a 8 p. m., hora estándar del Este.

ADVERTENCIA

• La funcionamiento de cualquier herramienta eléctrica puede arrojar objetos extraños a

sus ojos y, de esa manera, causar graves daños oculares. Use siempre lentes o gafas de

seguridad con laterales y, cuando sea necesario, una mascarilla que cubra todo el rostro

antes de comenzar a operar una herramienta eléctrica. Recomendamos usar una máscara

de seguridad de visión amplia sobre los lentes o las gafas de seguridad estándar con

protección. Siempre use lentes de protección que cumplan con la norma Z87.1 de la ANSI.

• Parte del polvo causado por el lijado eléctrico, el serruchado, la trituración, la perforación

y otras actividades de construcción contiene sustancias químicas que, según el estado

de California, causan cáncer, defectos congénitos u otros daños reproductivos. Algunos

ejemplos de estas sustancias químicas son los siguientes:

– Plomo de pinturas a base de plomo

– Sílice cristalina de ladrillos, cemento y otros productos de mampostería

– Arsénico y cromo de madera tratada con productos químicos

• El riesgo que corre debido a la exposición a estas sustancias químicas varía según la

frecuencia con que realiza este tipo de trabajo. Para disminuir su exposición a estas

sustancias químicas:

– Trabaje en un área bien ventilada.

– Trabaje con equipo de seguridad aprobado, como mascarillas antipolvo especialmente

diseñadas para ltrar partículas microscópicas.

– Evite el contacto prolongado con el polvo producido por el uso de lijas, sierras,

trituradoras y taladros eléctricos, y otras actividades de construcción. Use ropa protectora

y lave todas las áreas expuestas del cuerpo con agua y jabón. Si permite que el polvo

llegue a la boca o a los ojos, o que se asiente sobre la piel, puede propiciar la absorción

de sustancias químicas nocivas.

PELIGRO

• Las personas con dispositivos electrónicos, como marcapasos, deben consultar a su

médico antes de usar este producto. El funcionamiento del equipo eléctrico en proximidad

de un marcapasos cardíaco puede causar interferencias o hacer que el marcapasos falle.

Conozca la herramienta

Para operar esta herramienta, lea cuidadosamente este manual y todas las etiquetas

presentes en la herramienta antes de usarla. Guarde este manual para referencia futura.

Importante

Solo un técnico calicado puede reparar esta herramienta.

Lea todas las instrucciones por completo.

Algunos de los siguientes símbolos pueden emplearse en esta herramienta. Obsérvelos y

aprenda su signicado. La interpretación correcta de estos símbolos le permitirá utilizar la

herramienta de manera ecaz y segura.

INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD

SÍMBOLO DEFINICIÓN SÍMBOLO DEFINICIÓN

V Voltios n

Velocidad sin carga

A Amperios m

/min Metros cúbicos por minuto

ADVERTENCIA: para

reducir el riesgo de

lesiones, el usuario

debe leer el manual de

instrucciones.

Corriente continua

Al usar productos eléctricos, siempre deben respetarse las siguientes medidas básicas de

precaución: ¡LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO!

ADVERTENCIA

• Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga eléctrica o lesiones:

• Conozca el soplador eléctrico. Lea con atención el manual de instrucciones. Conozca

las aplicaciones y las limitaciones del soplador, así como también los posibles

peligros especícos relacionados con el soplador. Al seguir esta regla se reducirá el

riesgo de descargas eléctricas, incendios o de sufrir lesiones graves.

• No utilice el aparato en la lluvia.

• No permita que el soplador se use como un juguete. Es necesaria una estricta

supervisión cuando los niños usen este producto eléctrico o estén cerca de este.

• Use este soplador únicamente como se describe en este manual. Use solo los

accesorios recomendados por el fabricante.

• No manipule el cargador, el enchufe ni los terminales del cargador con las manos

húmedas.

• No coloque ningún objeto en las aberturas. No use la herramienta si hay aberturas

bloqueadas. Mantenga las aberturas libres de polvo, pelusas, cabellos o cualquier

objeto que pueda reducir el ujo de aire.

• Mantenga el cabello, las ropas holgadas, los dedos y todas las partes del cuerpo

lejos de las aberturas y piezas giratorias. La ropa holgada, las joyas o el cabello largo

pueden atascarse en los conductos de ventilación.

• Tenga sumo cuidado cuando limpie sobre escaleras.

• No cargue el paquete de baterías en exteriores.

• Use únicamente el cargador suministrado por el fabricante para la recarga.

• No incinere el producto eléctrico, incluso si está muy dañado. Si se incinera, las

baterías pueden explotar.

• Evite los arranques accidentales. Asegúrese de que el interruptor esté en la

posición de apagado antes de conectar el paquete de baterías o antes de levantar

o transportar el electrodoméstico. Transportar el electrodoméstico con el dedo en el

interruptor o enchufar electrodomésticos que tienen el interruptor encendido aumenta las

posibilidades de accidentes.

• Desconecte el paquete de baterías del electrodoméstico antes de realizarle cualquier

ajuste, cambiar accesorios o almacenarlo. Este tipo de medidas de seguridad

preventivas reduce el riesgo de arranques accidentales del electrodoméstico.

• Use el soplador a baterías solo con el paquete de baterías especícamente

designado. El uso de cualquier otra batería puede aumentar el riesgo de incendio.

INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD

• Use el soplador a batería solo con un paquete de baterías diseñado especícamente.

El uso de cualquier otra batería puede crear un riesgo de incendio.

• Solo debe usar los paquetes de baterías y los cargadores que se indican a

continuación.

PAQUETE DE BATERÍAS CARGADOR

KB 124-03; KB 224-03; KB 424-03;

KB 524-03; KB 624-03; KB 924-03

KRC 2445-03

KRC 2490-03

• No utilice un paquete de baterías ni el electrodoméstico si están dañados o

modicados. Las baterías dañadas o modicadas pueden mostrar una conducta

impredecible que podría provocar incendios, explosiones o riesgo de lesiones.

• No exponga el paquete de baterías ni el electrodoméstico al fuego o a una

temperatura excesiva. La exposición al fuego o a temperaturas por encima de los 130 °C

podría causar una explosión.

• Siga todas las instrucciones de carga y no cargue el paquete de baterías ni el

electrodoméstico fuera del rango de temperatura especicado en las instrucciones.

La carga inadecuada o a temperaturas fuera del rango especicado podría dañar la batería

y aumentar el riesgo de incendio.

• Permita que solo una persona capacitada realice el mantenimiento, utilizando solo

piezas de repuesto idénticas. Esto asegurará que se mantenga la seguridad del producto.

• No modique ni intente reparar el electrodoméstico o el paquete de baterías excepto

como se indica en las instrucciones de uso y cuidado.

• No use los sopladores en entornos en los que exista riesgo de explosión, como por

ejemplo en presencia de líquidos inamables, gases o polvo. Los sopladores producen

chispas que podrían encender el polvo o los gases.

• Manténgase alerta, preste atención a lo que hace y use el sentido común al manipular

un soplador eléctrico. No use el soplador si está cansado, alterado o bajo los efectos

del alcohol, de medicamentos o de drogas. Un momento de descuido durante la

operación de los sopladores puede provocar lesiones personales graves.

• No use el soplador si está parado sobre una escalera, un techo, un árbol u otra

supercie inestable. Un apoyo de pies estable sobre una supercie rme permite un

mejor control del soplador en situaciones inesperadas.

• Mantenga un apoyo de pies y un equilibrio adecuados. No se extienda demasiado.

Hacerlo puede causar pérdida de equilibrio.

• Cuando retire el paquete de la batería del soplador, siempre asegúrese de jarse

la ubicación de los pies, de los niños o de las mascotas que se encuentran cerca.

NUNCA retire el paquete de baterías cuando esté en cualquier otro lugar que no sea

el suelo. Si el paquete de baterías se cae, podría provocar lesiones graves.

• No use el soplador, si el interruptor no lo enciende o lo apaga. Un soplador que no se

puede controlar con el interruptor es peligroso y debe repararse.

• Compruebe que no haya piezas mal alineadas o trabadas, piezas rotas ni cualquier

otra condición que pueda afectar el funcionamiento del soplador. Si se daña,

haga reparar el soplador antes de usarlo. Muchos accidentes son producto del mal

mantenimiento de los sopladores.

• Mantenga el soplador y el mango seco, limpio y sin aceite ni grasa. Siempre utilice

un paño limpio para limpiar el soplador. Nunca use líquidos para frenos, gasolina,

productos a base de petróleo ni cualquier solvente fuerte para limpiar el soplador.

Al seguir esta regla se reducirá el riesgo de pérdida de control y deterioro de la carcasa de

plástico.

INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD

• Use equipos de seguridad. Siempre use lentes de protección con laterales que

cumplan con la norma Z87.1 de la ANSI y protección para los oídos durante

el funcionamiento del equipo. Los anteojos comunes solo poseen lentes con

resistencia al impacto. NO son gafas de seguridad. Seguir esta regla puede reducir el

riesgo de sufrir lesiones oculares.

• Proteja sus pulmones. Utilice una mascarilla facial o antipolvo si hay demasiado

polvo durante la operación. Seguir esta regla puede reducir el riesgo de sufrir lesiones

personales graves.

• Proteja su audición. Durante períodos prolongados de operación, use protección

para los oídos. Seguir esta regla puede reducir el riesgo de sufrir lesiones personales

graves.

• Use pantalones largos y gruesos, mangas largas, botas y guantes. Evite usar ropa

holgada o joyas, ya que estas podrían quedar atrapadas en las piezas giratorias de la

máquina o en el motor.

• No use el equipo a pies descalzos o si lleva sandalias u otro tipo de zapato ligero

similar. Use calzado de seguridad para proteger los pies y mejorar el equilibrio en

supercies resbaladizas.

• Inspeccione el área de trabajo antes de cada uso. Retire todos los objetos, tales como

rocas, vidrios rotos, clavos, alambres o cuerdas, que la máquina pueda arrojar o que

puedan enredarse en la máquina.

• No apunte el tubo del soplador en dirección a las personas o a las mascotas.

• Nunca encienda la unidad sin el equipo apropiado colocado. Asegúrese siempre de

que el tubo del soplador esté colocado.

• Cuando no use el soplador, debe almacenarlo en interiores, en un lugar seco y

seguro, fuera del alcance de los niños.

• Mantenga a los transeúntes, los niños y las mascotas al menos a 15,24 m de

distancia.

• Nunca use el soplador cerca de focos de fuego ni de cenizas calientes. El uso del

soplador cerca de focos de fuego o de cenizas puede provocar incendios y causar lesiones

graves o daños a la propiedad.

• Nunca use el soplador para esparcir sustancias químicas, fertilizantes o cualquier

otra sustancia tóxica. Esparcir estas sustancias puede causar lesiones graves al operador

o a otras personas que se encuentren cerca.

• Nunca coloque el soplador sobre ninguna supercie mientras esté en

funcionamiento, a menos que sea una supercie resistente y limpia. La entrada de aire

puede absorber y arrojar gravilla, arena y otros tipos de desechos hacia el operador o hacia

las personas que se encuentren cercas, lo cual puede causar lesiones graves.

• Guarde estas instrucciones. Consúltelas periódicamente y utilícelas para instruir a

cualquier persona que use esta herramienta. Si presta la herramienta a alguien más,

préstele también estas instrucciones para prevenir el mal uso del producto y posibles

lesiones.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES.

PREPARACIÓN

Conozca el soplador

Este soplador puede usarse para los nes que se indican a continuación: limpiar supercies

duras, tales como entradas de garaje y senderos. Mantener terrazas y entradas de garaje libres

de hojas y agujas de pino.

Antes de usar el soplador, debe familiarizarse con todas las características de funcionamiento y

con los requisitos de seguridad.

ADVERTENCIA

• Sea cuidadoso, incluso si está familiarizado con la herramienta. Recuerde que un

momento de descuido es suciente para causar lesiones graves. Antes de usar cualquier

herramienta, asegúrese de familiarizarse con todas las características de funcionamiento y

con los requisitos de seguridad.

• No modique esta herramienta ni cree accesorios que no sean los recomendados para esta

herramienta. Cualquier alteración o modicación es considerada un mal uso y podría causar

una condición peligrosa que puede producir lesiones personales graves.

INSTRUCCIONES DE ENSAMBLAJE

1. Cómo ensamblar el tubo del soplador

Este producto debe ensamblarse antes del uso.

ADVERTENCIA

• Para evitar los arranques accidentales que

podrían causar lesiones personales graves,

siempre retire el paquete de baterías de la

herramienta al ensamblar las piezas.

a. Alinee la ranura del tubo del soplador (A) con

la perilla de la carcasa del soplador. Empuje el

tubo dentro de la carcasa del soplador.

b. Gire el tubo del soplador en dirección contraria

a las manecillas del reloj hasta escuchar un

“clic” que indica que la perilla está asegurada

de manera correcta en su lugar.

c. Asegúrese de que la marca 24V MAX (24 V

MÁXIMO) esté orientada hacia arriba luego

del ensamble, de lo contrario el tubo no se

jó de manera correcta en el soplador. Si es

necesario, retire el tubo y alinee la ranura del

extremo opuesto con la perilla para instalar el

tubo de manera correcta.

d. Para retirar el tubo del soplador, gírelo

en dirección de las manecillas del reloj,

aproximadamente, 90° y, luego, tire hacia

afuera en dirección contrario al soplador.

INSTRUCCIONES DE ENSAMBLAJE

2. Cómo instalar o retirar el paquete de

baterías

Para jar el paquete de baterías

a. Asegúrese de que el interruptor del gatillo de

velocidad variable (C) y que la palanca de

bloqueo del gatillo (B) se encuentren en la

posición OFF (APAGADO).

b. Alinee la parte elevada del paquete de

baterías (no se incluye) con las ranuras

de la parte inferior de la herramienta y,

luego, deslice el paquete de baterías en la

herramienta como se muestra en la gura.

c. Asegúrese de que los botones de liberación

de la batería del paquete de baterías encajen

en su lugar y que el paquete de baterías esté jo a la herramienta antes de comenzar la

operación.

AVISO: Al colocar el paquete de baterías en la herramienta, asegúrese de que la varilla

elevada del paquete de baterías se alinee con la ranura de la herramienta y que los pestillos

encajen en su lugar adecuadamente. Un ensamblaje inadecuado del paquete de baterías

puede provocar daños a los componentes internos.

Para liberar el paquete de baterías

a. Asegúrese de que el interruptor del gatillo de velocidad variable (C) y que el bloqueo del

gatillo (B) se encuentren en la posición OFF (APAGADO).

b. Presione los botones de liberación de la batería para liberar el paquete de baterías.

c. Jale el paquete de baterías hacia arriba para sacarlo de la herramienta.

ADVERTENCIA

• Las herramientas a batería siempre están en condiciones de operación. Por lo tanto,

el bloqueo del gatillo siempre debe estar en la posición OFF (APAGADO) cuando la

herramienta no se encuentre en uso o cuando transporte la herramienta a su lado.

B C

Botón de liberación

de la batería

INSTRUCCIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO

1. Cómo encender o apagar el soplador

El interruptor del gatillo de velocidad variable

y regular la velocidad. El soplador también está

equipado con una palanca de bloqueo del gatillo

(B) para ENCENDER Y APAGAR el soplador y

bloquearlo a cierta velocidad.

Cómo encender el soplador

a. Presione el interruptor del gatillo de velocidad

variable (C) para encender el soplador.

b. El interruptor del gatillo de velocidad variable

proporciona mayor velocidad si aplica más

presión en el gatillo y menor velocidad si aplica

menos presión.

c. Para bloquear el soplador a una cierta velocidad, mueva la palanca de bloqueo del gatillo

(B) hacia la parte posterior de la herramienta.

d. También se puede jalar hacia atrás la palanca de bloqueo del gatillo para encender

el soplador, sin necesidad de presionar primero el interruptor del gatillo de velocidad

variable. El soplador funciona a velocidades más altas a medida que la palanca se

desplaza hacia atrás.

Cómo apagar el soplador

a. Si la palanca de bloqueo del gatillo (B) no está enganchada, suelte el interruptor del gatillo

de velocidad variable (C).

b. Si la palanca de bloqueo del gatillo está enganchada, muévala hacia delante a la posición

de desbloqueo.

2. Oricio para colgar

El soplador está equipado con un oricio para

colgar (D). Se puede colgar el soplador de un

tornillo o de un clavo para almacenaje.

INSTRUCCIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO

3. Funcionamiento del soplador

ADVERTENCIA

• Siempre use lentes de protección con laterales que cumplan con la norma Z87.1 de la ANSI

y protección para los oídos. De lo contrario, los objetos que salgan despedidos pueden

ingresar a los ojos y causar lesiones graves.

• No use ningún acoplamiento ni accesorio que no esté recomendado por el fabricante de este

producto. El uso de acoplamientos o accesorios no recomendados puede provocar lesiones

personales graves.

Antes de cada uso, inspeccione el producto por completo para vericar que no haya piezas

dañadas, faltantes o ojas, tales como tornillos, tuercas, pernos, tapas, etc. Apriete bien todos

los sujetadores y las tapas y no use el producto hasta que se hayan reemplazado todas las

piezas faltantes o dañadas.

• Para evitar los desechos dispersos, sople alrededor de los bordes de los desechos

acumulados. Nunca sople directamente en el centro de la pila de acumulación.

• Para disminuir los niveles de ruido, reduzca la cantidad de equipos que se emplean al

mismo tiempo.

• Use rastrillos y escobas para aojar los desechos antes del soplado para despejarlos. En

lugares con mucho polvo, humedezca ligeramente la supercie si hay agua disponible.

• Tenga cuidado con los niños, las mascotas, las ventanas abiertas o los autos recién lavados

y sople los desechos de manera segura.

• Después de usar los sopladores u otros equipos, límpielos. Elimine los desechos de

manera apropiada.

CUIDADO Y MANTENIMIENTO

Todas las tareas de mantenimiento deben estar a cargo únicamente de un técnico de

servicio calicado.

Antes de limpiar o realizar cualquier tarea de mantenimiento, retire la batería de la

herramienta. Para un uso seguro y adecuado, siempre mantenga limpias la herramienta y sus

ranuras de ventilación.

Limpieza

Siempre use un paño suave y seco para limpiar el soplador; nunca use detergente ni alcohol.

Almacenaje

Limpie todo el material extraño de las entradas de aire del soplador.

Almacénelo en un lugar cerrado que no sea accesible para los niños. Mantenga alejado de

agentes corrosivos, como productos químicos para jardín y sales descongelantes.

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS

ADVERTENCIA

• Coloque el interruptor en la posición OFF (APAGADO) y retire el paquete de baterías de la

herramienta antes de realizar cualquier procedimiento de solución de problemas.

PROBLEMA CAUSA POSIBLE ACCIÓN CORRECTIVA

La herramienta no

funciona.

1. La capacidad de la

batería es baja.

1. Cargue el paquete de baterías.

2. El paquete de baterías

o el soplador están

demasiado calientes.

2. Apague el soplador y deje enfriar el

soplador y el paquete de baterías.

Evidentemente, la

velocidad del aire

disminuye.

La entrada de aire está

obstruida con desechos.

Retire el paquete de baterías; limpie

los desechos.

GARANTÍA

Este producto tiene cobertura de garantía contra defectos en materiales y mano de obra por

5 años a partir de la fecha de compra para el comprador original. Esta garantía no cubre

los daños causados por el abuso, el desgaste normal, el mantenimiento inadecuado, la

negligencia, la reparación o alteración no autorizada ni las piezas y accesorios desechables

que se espera que sean inutilizables después de un período de uso razonable. La vigencia de

esta garantía se limita a 90 días para el uso comercial y de alquiler.

Si considera que su producto cumple con los términos de garantía mencionados arriba,

devuélvalo al lugar donde lo compró con un comprobante de compra válido y el producto

defectuoso se reparará o reemplazará sin cargo. Esta garantía le otorga derechos legales

especícos, pero también podría tener otros derechos que varían según el estado.

Impreso en China

AB1770

Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer

service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST,

Monday - Friday.

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE

Serial Number Purchase Date

Español p. 19

ITEM #0726980/0726983/0856456/0856457

BRUSHLESS

STRING TRIMMER

MODEL #KST 1224B-03

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Specications ......................................................................................2

Package Contents ............................................................................................3

Safety Information ............................................................................................ 4

Preparation .......................................................................................................7

Assembly Instructions ......................................................................................8

Operating Instructions .................................................................................... 11

Care and Maintenance ...................................................................................16

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 16

Warranty ......................................................................................................... 17

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

COMPONENT SPECIFICATION

Rated voltage 24 V d.c.

No-load speed 5,800-7,100 RPM

Cutting-Line Type 0.08 in. twisted nylon line

Cutting Width 12 in.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

F G K J LI

PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION

A Lock-off button G Front-assist handle

B Variable-speed trigger switch H Adjusting lever

C Rear handle I Screw knob

D Trimmer shaft J Guard

E Trimmer head K Line-cutting blade

F Bump knob L Screws (2)

WARNING

• Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully. Inspect the tool carefully to

make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged

or missing, please return the product to the place of purchase. Do not discard the carton or

any packaging material until all parts have been examined.

• If any part of the tool is missing or damaged, do not connect the battery to the tool or use

the tool until the part has been repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could

result in serious injury.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate

this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at

1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.

WARNING

• The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power-tool operation, always wear

safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield, when needed. We

recommend using a wide vision safety mask over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses

with shields. Always use eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

• Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

– Lead from lead-based paints

– Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products

– Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber

• Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work.

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

– Work in a well-ventilated area.

– Work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to

lter out microscopic particles.

– Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and

other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap

and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or to lie on the skin may promote

absorption of harmful chemicals.

DANGER

• People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s)

before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart

pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.

Know the Tool

To operate this tool, carefully read this manual and all labels afxed to the tool before using it.

Keep this manual available for future reference.

Important

This tool should be serviced only by a qualied service technician.

Read All Instructions Thoroughly

SAFETY INFORMATION

Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning.

Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.

SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION

V Volts n

No-load Speed

A Amps RPM Revolutions per Minute

Hz Hertz

Direct Current

WARNING- To reduce the

risk of injury, user must read

instruction manual.

A danger, warning or caution. It

means ‘Attention! Your safety is

involved.’

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• When using electric trimmers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce

the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

• Do not rely on the tool’s insulation against electric shock. To reduce the risk of electrocution,

never operate the tool in the vicinity of any wires or cables which may carry electric current.

CAUTION

• Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and

durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

• Avoid dangerous environments - Don’t use appliances in damp or wet location.

• Don’t use in rain.

• Keep children away - All visitors should be kept at least 100 ft. away from work area.

• Dress properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.

Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• Use safety glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

• Use the right appliance - Do not use the tool for any job except that for which it is intended.

• Avoid unintentional starting - Don’t carry the trimmer with your nger on the trigger.

Always remove the battery pack whenever leaving the trimmer unattended.

• Don’t force the appliance - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury

at the rate for which it was designed.

• Don’t overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the appliance

when you are tired.

• Keep guards in place and in working order.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.

• Store idle appliances indoors - When not in use, the appliances should be stored indoors

in a dry and high or locked-up place with the battery pack removed out of reach of children.

• Maintain appliance with care - Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance

and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

• Check damaged parts - Before further use of the appliance trimmer, a guard or other part

that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and

perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard

or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized

service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

• Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.

• Remove or disconnect battery pack before servicing, cleaning or removing material

from the trimmer.

• Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:

BATTERY PACK CHARGER

KB 124-03; KB 224-03

KB 424-03; KB 524-03

KRC 2445-03;

KRC 2490-03

• Do not dispose of the battery in a re. The cells may explode. Check with local codes

for possible special disposal instructions.

• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause

damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting

materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and

cause burns.

• Do not operate the trimmer while under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.

• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken

glass, nails, wire, or string that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting

attachment. Make sure that other persons and pets are at least 100 ft. (30.5m) away.

• Always hold the trimmer rmly, with both hands on the handles, while operating.

Wrap your ngers and thumbs around the handles.

• To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, never work on a ladder or on any

other insecure support. Never hold the cutting attachment above waist height.

• Do not operate the trimmer in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these

appliances normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

• Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or

jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor.

• Damage to trimmer - If you strike a foreign object with the trimmer or it becomes

entangled, stop the tool immediately, check for damage and have any damage

repaired before further operation is attempted. Do not operate with a broken guard or

spool.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check

immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• A loose head may vibrate, crack, break or come off the trimmer, which may result

in serious or fatal injury. Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly xed in

position. If the head loosens after xing it in position, replace it immediately.

• Never use a trimmer with a loose cutting attachment.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Replace a cracked, damaged or worn-out cutting head immediately, even if damage

is limited to supercial cracks. Such attachments may shatter at high speed and cause

serious or fatal injury.

• Check the cutting attachment at regular short intervals during operation, or

immediately if there is a noticeable change in cutting behavior.

• When replacing the cutting line, use triangle-shaped twisted nylon cutting line with a

size that does not exceed 0.08 in. (2.0 mm); using heavier lines than recommended by

the manufacturer increases the load on the motor and reduces its operating speed.

This results in overheating and damage to the trimmer.

• To reduce the risk of serious injury, never use wire or metal-reinforced line or other

material in place of the nylon cutting lines. Pieces of wire could break off and be thrown

at high speed toward the operator or bystanders.

• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other accessory or

attachment which is not recommended for use with this tool may increase the risk of injury.

• Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical connections.

• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others

who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend these instructions to

them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

PREPARATION

Know Your String Trimmer

This product requires assembly. Carefully lift the tool from the carton and place it on a level

work surface. Before attempting to use the string trimmer, familiarize yourself with all of its

operating features and safety requirements.

WARNING

• Do not allow familiarity with the tool to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless

moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any tool, be sure to

become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.

• Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this

tool. Any such alteration or modication is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition

leading to possible serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

This product requires assembly. To reduce the risk of injury to persons, never operate without

guards in place. The guard must always be on the tool to protect the user.

1. Mounting the Guard

WARNING

• Always wear gloves when mounting or replacing

the guard. Be careful of the blade on the guard

and protect your hands from being injured by the

blade.

• Always remove the battery pack from the

product when you are assembling parts, making

adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is

not in use.

a. Remove the battery pack (not included) from

the trimmer.

b. Lift the trimmer head (E) and face it upward;

align the groove on the bottom of the guard

(J) with the raised portion on the base of the

trimmer head, and then slide guard onto the

base as shown.

c. Make sure that the two mounting holes in the

guard are aligned with the two assembly holes

in the base of the shaft. Lock the guard in

place by tightening the two screws (L) with a

Phillips screwdriver (not included).

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

2. Mounting the Front-Assist Handle

WARNING

• Always remove the battery pack from the

product when you are assembling parts, making

adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is

not in use.

a. Remove the battery pack (not included) from

the trimmer.

b. Remove the screw knob (I) and the adjusting

lever (H) from the front-assist handle (G).

c. To attach the front-assist handle on the shaft,

insert the adjusting lever into the front-assist

handle, and then tighten the screw knob.

Make sure that the front-assist handle faces

upwards so that it points toward the top of the

handle.

d. Lower the adjusting lever to secure the front-

assist handle onto the shaft so that it cannot

move on the shaft during operating.

To Adjust the Front-Assist Handle Position

The handle should be adjusted so that your front

arm will be straight when using the trimmer.

To adjust the front-assist handle (G) position,

lift the adjusting lever so that the front-assistant

handle can be moved to the desired position of the

shaft. Lower the adjusting lever so that the handle

cannot move on the shaft during operating.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

3. To Attach/Remove Battery Pack

To Attach Battery Pack

a. Make sure that the switch is in the OFF

position.

b. Align the raised portion on the battery pack

(not included) with the grooves on the bottom

of the tool, then slide the battery pack onto the

tool as shown.

c. Ensure that the battery-release buttons on the

battery pack snap into place and the battery

pack is secured to the tool before beginning

operation.

NOTICE: When placing the battery pack on the

tool, be sure that the raised rib on the battery pack

aligns with the groove on the tool and the latches snap into place properly. Improper assembly

of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components.

To Remove Battery Pack

a. Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position.

b. Press the battery-release buttons to release the battery pack.

c. Pull rearward on the battery pack to remove it from the tool.

WARNING

• Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, the trigger switch should always be

in the OFF position when the tool is not in use or when carrying the tool at your side.

Battery-release Button

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4. Holding the String Trimmer

WARNING

• Dress properly to 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:

• The operator is wearing eye protection and

proper clothing.

• One arm is slightly bent, and the hand on that arm is holding the rear handle.

• The other arm is straight, with that hand holding the front-assist handle.

• The trimmer head is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the material to be cut without

the operator having to bend over.

5. To Start/Stop the String Trimmer

Before starting the string trimmer:

• Make sure that you have a secure and balanced

footing.

• Stand upright and hold the string trimmer in a

relaxed position.

• Make sure that the cutting line is not touching

the ground or any other objects.

• Hold the string trimmer with both hands: one

hand on the rear handle (C) and one hand on

the front-assist handle (G).

a. To turn the string trimmer ON, press down

the lock-off button (A) and then depress the

variable-speed trigger switch (B).

b. The variable-speed trigger switch delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure

and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.

c. To turn it off, release the variable-speed trigger switch and allow the trimmer to come to a

complete stop.

WARNING

• Always remove the battery pack from the string trimmer during work breaks and after

nishing work.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

6. Using the String Trimmer

Check for damaged/worn parts before each use

WARNING

• To prevent serious personal injury, remove the

battery pack from the tool before servicing,

cleaning, changing attachments or removing

material from the unit.

Check the bump head, guard (J) and front-assist

handle (G) and replace any parts that are cracked,

warped, bent, or damaged in any away.

The line-cutting blade (K) on the edge of the guard

can dull over time. It is recommended that you

periodically sharpen it with a le or replace it with

a new blade.

WARNING

• Always wear gloves when mounting or replacing

the guard or when sharpening or replacing the

blade. Note the location of the blade on the

guard and protect your hand from injury.

Tips for best trimming results

WARNING

• To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles

or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in

dusty locations. Wear proper clothing and footwear during operation to reduce the risk of

injury that may be caused by ying debris.

• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects, such as rocks, broken glass,

nails, wire, or string that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment. Clear

the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders and

pets at least 100 ft. (30.5 m) away; there still may be risk to bystanders from thrown objects.

• Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the

motor and cutting attachment immediately. The correct angle for the cutting attachment is

parallel to the ground.

• This string trimmer allows you to rest the bump knob (F) on the ground for more comfortable

operation.

• Do not force the trimmer. Allow the very tip of the line to do the cutting (especially along

walls). Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efciency and may overload the

motor.

• The cutting height is determined by the distance of the cutting line from the lawn surface.

• Grass over 8 in. (200 mm) should be cut by working from top to the bottom in small

increments to avoid premature line wear or motor drag.

Direction of

rotation

Best cutting

area

Bump knob

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the area being cut, maintaining the cutting head

position at the desired cutting height. This movement can be either a forward-backward

motion or a side-to-side motion. Cutting shorter lengths produces best results.

• Trim only when grass and weeds are dry.

• Wire and picket fences can cause extra string wear or breakage. Stone and brick walls,

curbs, and wood may wear strings rapidly.

• Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding, and fence posts can easily be

damaged by the strings.

Adjusting Cutting Line Length (Fig 6b)

The trimmer head allows the operator to release more cutting line without stopping the motor.

As line becomes frayed or worn, additional line can be released by lightly tapping the bump

knob (F) on the ground while operating the trimmer.

For best results, tap the bump knob on bare ground or hard soil. If line release is attempted in

tall grass, the motor may overheat.

Always keep the trimming line fully extended. Line release becomes more difcult as the

cutting line becomes shorter.

WARNING

• Do not remove or alter the line cutting blade assembly. Excessive line length will cause the

motor to overheat and may result in serious personal injury.

Clean the trimmer after each use

WARNING

• To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the tool before servicing,

cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the unit.

a. Clear any grass that may have wrapped itself around the motor shaft or trimmer head.

b. Use only a clean, dry and soft cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the

tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

c. Keep the air vents in the rear housing free from debris at all times.

NOTICE: Obstructing the vents will prevent the air from owing into the motor housing and

may result in overheating or damage to the motor.

WARNING

• Never use water for cleaning your trimmer. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.

Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents. Use

clean clothes to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

7. Line Replacement

NOTICE: Always use triangle-shaped twisted

nylon cutting line with a size that does not exceed

0.08 in. (2.0 mm). Using line other than that

specied may cause the string trimmer to overheat

or become damaged.

WARNING

• Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, or rope,

etc. These can break off and become dangerous

projectiles.

Wind the spool with new line

WARNING

• To prevent serious personal injury, remove the

battery pack from the tool before servicing,

cleaning, changing attachments or removing

material from the unit.

a. Press the two release tabs on the spool base

and remove the spool retainer by pulling it

straight out (Fig. 7a).

b. Remove the spool. Use a clean cloth to clean

the inner surface of the spool retainer and

spool base.

NOTICE: Always clean the spool retainer and

spool base before reassembling the trimmer head.

c. Check the spool retainer, spool and spool base

worn wear parts.

d. Take approximately 15 ft. (4.5 m) of 0.08 in.

(2.0 mm) diameter cutting line. Fold the line in

half and then adjust it so that one end is 4.5 in.

(11 cm) longer than the other (Fig. 7b).

e. Hook the folded end of the cutting line onto

either of the slots in the spool.

f. Wind the line, in two even and tight layers,

onto the spool. Wind the line in the direction

indicated on the spool.

NOTICE: Failure to wind the line in the direction

indicated will cause the trimmer head to operate

incorrectly.

g. Place the ends of the line in two opposite notches in the spool, with approximately 5 in.

(12.5 cm) protruding (Fig. 7c).

4.5 in.

(11 cm)

5 in. (12.5 cm)

Tap

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

h. Align the notches of the spool from which the

lines protrude with the eyelets in the spool

retainer and position the spool in the retainer

(Fig. 7d).

i. Holding the spool and spool retainer, grasp

one end of the line and pull it to release the

line from the notch in the eyelet (Fig. 7e).

Repeat with the other end.

j. With the spool base facing downward, align

the slots in the spool retainer with the tabs on

the spool base and press the retainer evenly

down until it snaps into place (Fig. 7f).

NOTICE: Make sure that the tabs on the spool

base snap into place or the spool will come out

during operation.

Tap

Slot

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

All maintenance should only be carried out by a qualied service technician.

Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove battery from the tool. For safe and

proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean.

Cleaning

Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your string trimmer; never use detergent or alcohol.

Clear any grass that may have wrapped itself around the motor shaft or trimmer head. Keep

the air vents free of obstructions.

Storage

Clean the tool thoroughly before storing it.

Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area, locked-up or up high, out of the reach of children.

Keep away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING:

• Turn the switch to the “OFF” position and remove battery from the tool before performing

troubleshooting procedures.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tool does not work. Low battery capacity. Charge the battery pack.

String trimmer stops

while cutting.

1. The motor shaft or

trimmer head is bound

with grass.

1. Stop the trimmer, remove the

battery, and remove the grass from

the motor shaft and trimmer head.

2. The motor is overloaded. 2. Move the trimmer head to cut the

grass no more than 8 in. of length

in a single cut. Remove the trimmer

head from the grass and restart

the tool.

3. The battery pack or

string trimmer is too hot.

3. Release the trigger switch, wait

for the tool to cool down, and then

start the tool again.

Trimmer head will not

advance line.

1. The motor shaft or

trimmer head is bound

with grass.

1. Stop the trimmer, remove the

battery, and clean the motor shaft

and trimmer head.

2. There is not enough line

on the spool.

2. Remove the battery and replace

the cutting line; follow the section

“Line Replacement” in this manual.