EGO BC3800E 38cm Cordless Brush Cutter Instruction Manual

56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION
REAR MOTOR
BIKE-HANDLE BRUSH CUTTER
MODEL NUMBER BC3800E
OPERATOR’S MANUAL

BC3800E 38cm Cordless Brush Cutter

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Original instructions

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Residual risk! 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.
WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs and replacements should be performed by a qualified service technician.

SAFETY SYMBOLS

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION, may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

WARNING: The operation of any power tools 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 a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate it.

understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
| Wear Eye Protection| Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
| Wear Ear Protection| Always wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing.
| Wear Head Protection| Wear an approved safety hard hat to protect your head.
| Wear Protective Gloves| Protect your hands with gloves when handling a blade or blade guard. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your hands.
| Wear
Safety Footwear| Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.
| Beware of blade thrust| Wam the operator of the danger of blade thrust.
| Ricochet
and Keep Bystanders Away| Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property damage. Ensure that other people and pets remain away from the brush cutter when it is in use.
| Keep Bystanders Away| Ensure that other people and pets remain at least 15m away from the line trimmer when it is in use.
| No round blade| Do not install round-cutting blades.
| Do not expose to rain| Do not use it in the rain or leave it outdoors while it is raining.
| CE| This product is in
accordance with applicable EC directives.
| WEEE| Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Take to an authorized recycler.
| Noise| Guaranteed sound power level. Noise emission to the environment according to the European community’s Directive.
V| Volt| Voltage
| Direct Current| Type or a characteristic of current
n0| No Load Speed| Rotational speed, at no load
… /min| Per Minute| Revolutions per minute

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, or alcohol medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up, or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. The use of dust devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from the frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Keep cables away from the working area of the tool. During operation, cables may be hidden from view and can be accidentally damaged by the tool.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 100 °C may cause an explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

TRAINING

• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine.
• Never allow people unfamiliar or children with these instructions to use the appliance. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

PREPARATION

• Never operate the machine while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
• Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all times while operating the machine.
• The distance between the machine and bystanders shall be at least 15m.
• Never operate the machine while the operator is tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

OPERATION

• Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Never operate the machine with damaged guards or shields or without guards or shields in place.

• Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are away from the cutting means.

• Always disconnect the machine from the power supply (i.e. remove the battery pack).
  ◾ whenever leaving the machine unattended;
  ◾ before clearing a blockage;
  ◾ before checking, cleaning or working on the machine.
  ◾ after striking a foreign object;
  ◾ whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.

• Take care against injury to feet and hands from the cutting means.

• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of debris.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Disconnect the machine from the power supply (i.e. remove the battery pack) before carrying out maintenance or cleaning work.
• Use only the manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts and accessories.
• Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have the machine repaired only by an authorized repairer.
• When not in use, store the machine out of the reach of children.

OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Avoid Dangerous Environments – Don’t use appliances on damp or wet slopes.
• Keep guards in place and in working order.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.
• To reduce the risk of injury, never work on a ladder or on any other insecure support. Never hold the cutting unit above waist height.
• Check the cutting unit at regular short intervals during operation, or immediately if there is a noticeable change in cutting behavior.
• For best results, your battery should be charged in a location where the temperature is greater than 5° C and less than 40° C. Do not store it outside or in vehicles.
• If you are approached, stop the motor and cutting unit.
• Warn the operator of the danger of blade thrust (only use with 3-teeth blade).
• Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts an object that it does not immediately cut.
• Blade thrust can be violent enough to cause the unit and/or operator to be propelled in any direction, and possibly lose control of the unit.
• Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls, or binds.
• Blade thrust is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut.
• Do not attach any blade to a unit without proper installation of all required parts. Failure to use the proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously injure the operator and/or bystanders. Discard blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any way. Use a sharp blade A dull blade is more likely to snag and thrust (only use with a 3-teeth blade).
• A coasting blade/line can cause injury while it continues to spin after the motor is stopped or the trigger is released. Maintain proper control until the blade/line has completely stopped rotating.
• Use only with battery packs and chargers listed in fig.A.
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing maintenance or service.
• Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in the motor and electrical connections.
• If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care, and good judgment. Contact the  EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Recommended
Operating
Temperature:| 0°C-40°C
Recommended
Storage Temperature:| -20°C-70°C
No-load Speed| 4500-6000/min| 4500-6000/min
Cutting Line Type| 2.
2.4mm nylon
twist line| /
Cutting blade| /| ABB1 203
Cutting Width| 38 cm| 30 cm
Weight (without
battery pack)| 4.43 kg| 4.64 kg
Measured sound
power level kvA| 94.4 dB(A)
K=1.6 dB(A)| 94.04 dB(A)
K=1.71 dB(A)
Sound pressure level at operator’s position LPA| 80.9 dB(A)
K=2.5 dB(A)| 80.0 dB(A)
K=4.1 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound
power level LivA
(measured according
to 2000/14/EC)| 96 dB(A)| 96 dB(A)
Valuation of
vibration ah| Left
handle| 2.32 m/s2
K=1.5 m/s2| 1.55 m/s2
K=1.5 m/s2
Right
handle| 1.78 m/s’
K=1.5 m/s2| 1 .88 m/s2
K=1.5 m/s2

• The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another;
• The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
  NOTICE: The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value in which the tool is used; In order to protect the operator, the user should wear gloves and ear protectors in the actual conditions of use.

PACKING LIST

DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR BRUSH CUTTER (Fig. A)

1. Speed Limiting Lever
2. Lock-off Lever
3. Wing Bolt
4. Trigger
5. Bike Handle
6. Shaft
7. Cutting Line
8. Guard Assembly
9. Trimmer Head
10. Sealing Screw
11. Shaft-locking Hole
12. Guard Accessory
13. Multi-Function Wrench
14. Hex Wrench
15. 3-teeth Blade
16. Outer Flange
17. Nut
18. Release Button
19. Rubber Pad Protection
20. Latch
21. Electric Contactsms
22. Ejection Mechanism
23. Strap Buckle
24. Hip-pad

WARNING: Never operate the tool without the guard firmly in place. The guard must always be on the tool to protect the user.
WARNING: When the tool is equipped with a trimmer head, the guard accessory with line–a cutting blade should be mounted onto the guard. Failure to comply will result in overly long cutting line and overload the motor. Never use the trimmer head without a guard accessory.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate the brush cutter until the parts are replaced. Use of the brush cutter with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify the brush cutter or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misused and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.
** WARNING: Always wear heavy gloves when installing or removing the guard and doing any maintenance on the 3-teeth blade/line-cutting blade. Be careful of the line-cutting blade on the guard accessory / 3-teeth blade for protecting your hands from being injured by both blades.
WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts or transporting the machine.
WARNING:** Never operate the tool without the guard and bike handle firmly in place. Failure to comply could result in possible serious personal injury.

MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE BIKE HANDLE
The brush cutter is stored as shown in Fig. B. Firstly, loosen the wing bolt on the connecting joint and then lift the bike handle 180° around the shaft (Fig. C), turn it 90° anticlockwise to make it face the bump head (Fig. D). Lastly, move it back and forth to achieve a comfortable working position and tighten the bolt.

NOTICE: Operating the machine with the bike handle perpendicular to the shaft is only permitted.

MOUNTING THE GUARD

Loosen and remove the two screws from the guard (Fig. E), align the guard mounting holes with the assembly holes and then lock the guard onto the shaft base with the two screws, together with two spring washers (Fig. F).
Make sure the guard is fixed according to Fig. E & F, any reverse fixing will cause great danger!

REPLACE THE TRIMMER HEAD WITH THE 3-TEETH BLADE

Know the trimmer head Fig. G and follow the steps as Fig.
H1 – Fig. H4 shown (refer to the section “line replacement”) to disassemble the trimmer head. To mount the blade follow the steps below:

1. To mount the metal blade unit (Fig. I).
2. Remove the guard accessory by loosening the three screws with the washer (Fig.J).
3. The blade is shipped with a sheath. Before mounting the blade onto the brush cutter, the sheath should be removed by undoing the clamp wire from the hook on the sheath  (Fig. K).
   Fig. G-K parts description see below:G-1| Inner Flange| l-3| Flange Cover
   ---|---|---|---
   G-2| Upper cover| l-4| 3-teeth blade
   G-3| Spool| l-5| Outer Flange
   G-4| Nut| l-6| Nut
   G-5| Cutting Line| l-7| Slot in the Flange
   G-6| Spring| J-1| Line-cutting Blade
   G-7| Lower Cover
   ASSY| J-2| Guard Accessory
   1-1| Motor Shaft| K-1| Clamp Wire
   1-2| Inner Flange| K-2| Hook

NOTICE: To protect against injury, you have to wear gloves prior to any operation with the 3-teeth blade.

4. Rotate the motor shaft to align the slot in the inner flange with the shaft-locking hole in the gear case (Fig. L)
5. Insert the hex wrench into the aligned holes to act as a stabilizer (Fig. M).
   Fig. L & M parts description sees below:L-1| Gear Case| L-3| Motor Shaft
   ---|---|---|---
   L-2| Aligned Shaft-locking Holes| M-1| Stabilizer
6. Mount the blade onto the motor shaft, ensuring that the surface of the blade is flush with the surface of the inner flange bulge. Mount the outer flange and the nut (Fig. N). Pre-tighten the nut in a COUNTERCLOCKWISE direction by hand. Fig . N parts description see below:
   N-1| Nut
   ---|---
   N-2| Outer flange
   N-3| 3-teeth blade
7. Position the gear case against a solid surface for support. With one hand hold the brush cutter shaft and with the other hand grasp the multi-function wrench to tighten the nut following the directional arrow icon marked on the outer flange (Fig. O).

USE OF GUARD ACCESSORY

NOTICE: When the brush cutter is equipped with a trimmer head, the guard accessory must be mounted onto the guard. Secure the guard accessory onto the guard by tightening the three screws with the hex wrench due to the line- cutting blade is equipped on the guard accessory.
Failure to comply could result in an overly long cutting line and motor overload.

OPERATION

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING: Always wear eye protection, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
** WARNING:** 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.

APPLICATIONS

You may use the brush cutter for the purpose listed below:

• With 3-teeth metal blade: Cutting grass, weeds, wild growth, and scrub, thinning young stands with a maximum stem diameter of 2cm.
• With Trimmer Head: Trimming grass and weeds from around porches, fences, and decks.

NOTICE: The tool is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse.

ATTACHING/DETACHING THE BATTERY PACK

Fully charge before first use.

To Attach
Align the battery rib with the mounting slots and press the battery pack down until you hear a “click” (Fig. P).
To Detach
Depress the battery-release button and the battery pack out (Fig. Q).
Fig. P parts description see below:

MOUNT THE DOUBLE-SHOULDER STRAP AND HOLD THE MACHINE

Put the double-shoulder strap on your body and insert the two parts of the strap buckle into each other until a click is heard (Fig. R1). Align the hook of the hip pad into the hole of the tubing clip fixed on the shaft, and press the shaft down softly (Fig. R2 & R3 & R4).
Hold the line trimmer with both hands on the right side of your body (Fig. S). The trimmer head or blade should be parallel to the ground at a proper cutting distance without the operator bending over.
Releasing the brush cutter can be achieved in two ways;.
Release the strap buckle (Fig. T) or press the hook of the strap and take it apart from the tubing clip fixed on the shaft (Fig. R2).

WARNING: When an emergency occurs, take it off your shoulder immediately, no matter what way the strap is in. Releasing the strap buckle (Fig. T) and both hands taking off your shoulders at each side is a quick release method.
WARNING: You should not use the single-shoulder strap and double-shoulder strap simultaneously.

STARTING/STOPPING THE BRUSH CUTTER
To Start
Press down the lock-off lever and hold it in that position.
Depress the trigger to start (Fig. U).
Different pressure on the trigger results in variable rotating speeds of the cutting unit. If necessary, adjust the speed limiting lever to set the maximum speed.
NOTICE: The speed limiting lever can also be preset to limit the trigger travel.
To Stop
Release the trigger.

NOTICE: The motor runs only when the lock-off lever and trigger are both pressed.
WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the line trimmer during work breaks and after finishing work.
USING THE MACHINE
WARNING: Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating the brush cutter. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection.
Wear heavy-duty, long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not wear short trousers, or sandals or go barefoot.
Before operating, look around you to ensure a safe working area without other people, animals, or any loose objects.
Make sure they are at least 15m away. And then check for eye protection, proper clothing, and balanced footing.
Before each use check for damaged/worn parts.
Check the trimmer head, 3-teeth blade, guard, guard accessory, bike handle, and double-shoulder strap, and replace any parts that are cracked, warped, bent, or damaged in any way. The line-cutting blade on the edge of the guard accessory can dull over time. It is recommended that you periodically sharpen it with a file or replace it with a new blade.

After each use, clean the brush cutter

USING WITH TRIMMER HEAD

Adjusting cutting line length
The trimmer head allows the operator to release more cutting lines without stopping the motor. As the line becomes frayed or worn, the additional line can be released by lightly tapping the bump knob on the ground while operating the trimmer (Fig. V).
NOTICE: Line release will become more difficult if the cutting line becomes too short.
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.
Line Replacement
NOTICE: Always use the recommended nylon cutting line with a diameter that does not exceed 2.4 mm. Using lines other than that specified may cause the brush cutter to overheat or become damaged.
WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced lines, wires, ropes, etc. These can break off and become dangerous projectiles.

1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the remaining cutting line, if necessary.
3. Cut 4m of the cutting line, and insert the line into the mounting hole inside the eyelet (Fig. W1). Push and pull the line from the other side until equal amounts of the line appear on both sides of the spool (Fig. W2).
4. Press, while rotating the lower cover assembly in the arrow direction, to wind the line onto the spool until approximately 14cm of the line is showing on each side (Fig. W3).
5. Push the lower cover assembly down while pulling on the lines to manually advance the line and to check for proper assembly of the trimmer head.

When the cutting line breaks from the line outlet or the cutting line is not released when tapping the trimmer head, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Press the release tabs on the upper cover and remove the lower cover assembly by pulling it straight out (Fig. H1 & H2).
3. Remove the cutting line from the spool.
4. With one hand holding the upper cover, use the other hand to grasp the lower cover assembly and align the tabs on the upper cover with the holes in the lower cover assembly (Fig. X); use your palm to press the lower cover assembly until the tabs lock with the upper cover.
5. Reload the cutting line.

USING WITH 3-TEETH METAL

WARNING: To cut wild growth and scrub, lower the rotating 3-teeth blade down onto the growth to achieve a chopping effect. Use the brush cutter like a scythe (sweep it to the right and left) at ground level. Do not use the cutting unit above waist height.
WARNING: The higher the cutting unit is off the ground, the greater the risk of injury from cuttings being thrown sideways.
WARNING: When cutting young stands or other woody materials up to 2cm in diameter, use the left side of the blade to avoid blade thrust situations. Do not attempt to cut woody material with a larger diameter, since the blade may catch or jerk the brush cutter forward. This may cause damage to the blade or the brush cutter or loss of control of the brush cutter, resulting in personal injury.
** WARNING:** Improper use of a blade may cause it to crack, chip, or shatter. Thrown parts may seriously injure the operator or bystander. To reduce the risk of personal injury,  it is essential to take the following precautions:

• Avoid contact with hard or solid foreign objects such as stones, rocks, or pieces of metal.
• Never cut wood or shrubs with a stem diameter of more than 2cm.
• Inspect the blade at regular short intervals for signs of damage. Do not continue working with a damaged blade.
• Re-sharpen the blade regularly (when it has dulled noticeably) and have it balanced if necessary (performed by a qualified service technician).

Blade Thrust
Exercise extreme caution when using the 3-teeth blade with this unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut.
This contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant and suddenly “thrust” the unit away from the object that was hit. This reaction can be violent enough to cause the operator to lose control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut. For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds being cut with the brush cutter from the right to the left. In the event an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this practice could minimize the blade thrust reaction.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the unit, stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean clothes to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

CLEAN THE MACHINE

• After each use of the 3-teeth blade/trimmer head, clean the debris, clogged soils, or grass on the blade and guard with a soft brush.

NOTICE: When the line-cutting blade becomes dull, please sharpen it performed by a qualified service technician or replace it with a new line- cutting blade as necessary.

• After each use of the brush cutter, clean the cutting unit using a damp cloth with mild detergent.
• Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils, such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene. Moisture can also cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any moisture with a soft dry cloth.
• Use a small brush or a small vacuum cleaner to clean the air vents on the rear housing.

STORING THE MACHINE

• Remove the battery pack from the tool.
• Wear heavy gloves to clean the tool thoroughly.
• Mount the blade sheath onto the 3-teeth blade for safe saving (Fig. Y).
• Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area, locked up or up high, out of the reach of children. Do not store the machine on or adjacent to fertilizers, gasoline, or other chemicals.

Protecting the environment
Do not dispose of electrical equipment, battery charger, and batteries/ rechargeable batteries into household waste!
According to the European law 2012/19/ EU, electrical and electronic equipment that is no longer usable, and according to the European law 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately.
If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.

TROUBLESHOOTING

◾ No electrical contact between the brush cutter and the battery pack.
◾ The battery pack is depleted.
◾ The lock-off lever and trigger are not depressed simultaneously.| ◾ Attach the battery pack to the power head.
◾ Remove the battery, check contacts, and reinstall the battery pack until it snaps into place.
◾ Charge the battery pack with the EGO chargers listed in this manual.
◾ Press down the lock-off lever and hold it, then depress the trigger to turn on the brush cutter.
Stop working.| ◾ The motor is overloaded.
◾ Heavy cutting line is used.
◾ The battery pack or the brush cutter is too hot.
◾ The battery pack is disconnected from the tool.
◾ The battery pack is depleted.| ◾ The motor will recover when the load is removed. For continuous working, decrease the load on the power head.
◾ Use a standard nylon cutting line with a diameter of no more than  2.4mm.
◾ Allow the battery pack or the power head to cool until the temperature drops below 67°C.
◾ Re-install the battery pack.
◾ Charge the battery pack with the EGO chargers listed in this manual.
The Trimmer head will not advance the line(only using with trimmer head).| ◾ The motor shaft or trimmer head is bound
with grass.
◾ There is not enough line on the spool.
◾ The trimmer head is dirty.
◾ Line is tangled on the spool.
◾ The line is too short.| ◾ Stop the machine, remove the battery and remove the grass from the motor shaft and trimmer head.
◾ Remove the battery and replace the cutting line, follow the section “LINE REPLACEMENT” in this manual.
◾ Remove the battery and clean the spool, lower cover assembly, and upper cover.
◾ Remove the battery, remove the line from the spool, and rewind, follow the section “LINE REPLACEMENT” in this manual.
◾ Remove the battery and pull the lines while alternately pressing down on and releasing the bump knob.

WARRANTY

EGO WARRANTY POLICY
Please visit the website egopowerplus.com for full terms and conditions of the EGO Warranty policy.

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