EGO ST1520 56 Volt Lithium Ion Cordless User Manual

EGO ST1520 56 Volt Lithium Ion Cordless User Manual

WARNING : To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.

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READ & UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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 following 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 shield 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. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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.

| Read & Understand Operator’s Manual| To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
| Eye Protection| Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
| Recycle Symbols| This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult yourlocal waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
IPX4| Ingress Protection Degree| Protection from splashing water
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| Direct Current| Type or a characteristic of current
RPM| Revolutions per minute| Rotational speed

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! When using electric trimmers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

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.

• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at least 100 feet away from work area.
• Avoid Dangerous Environments – Don’t use appliances on damp or wet slope.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught inmoving 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 Tool – Do not use the tool for any job except that for which it is intended.
• Don’t Force the Trimmer – 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 trimmer when you are tired.
• Do not operate the trimmer while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Keep guards in place and in working order.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.
• Store Trimmer Indoors – When not in use the trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place with the battery pack removed- out of reach of children.
• Maintain Trimmer With Care – Keep the cutting attachment clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow the instructions for changing accessories. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the 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.
• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, brokenglass, 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)
• Alway. Always hold the trimmer firmly, with both hands on the handles, while  operating. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles.
• Avoid Accidentally Starting – Don’t carry the trimmer with your finger on the trigger.
• Do not operate the trimmer in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these appliances normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• 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 fixed  in position. If the head loosens after fixing it in position, replace it immediately.Never use a trimmer with a loose cutting attachment.
• Replace a cracked, damaged or worn-out cutting head immediately, even if damage is limited to superficial 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 no more than 2.4mm nylon line; 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.
• 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.
• If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.
• Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.
• Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:

• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. 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.
• Replacement Parts – When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement parts. Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.
• 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.
• Remove or disconnect battery pack before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the trimmer.
• Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical connections.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.
• 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

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of the EGO 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless 15″ String Trimmer. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.

This manual contains important information on to the safe assembly, operation and maintenance of your string trimmer. Read it carefully before using the string trimmer. Keep this manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.

SERIAL NUMBER ____ DATE OF PURCHASE
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

 SPECIFICATIONS

ST1520S/ST1520S-FC)7.50 lb.(3.4Kg) (ST1510/ST1510-FC/ST1510S/ST1510S-FC)

Recommended Cutting Line

PACKING LIST

DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER (Fig. 1)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules

WARNING: Never operate the tool without the guard firmly in place. The guard must always be on the tool to protect the user

QUICK-ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE
For easy control of the trimmer during cutting.
REAR HANDLE
Ergonomic handle with overmold improves comfort and grip.
VARIABLE-SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER
Turns the string trimmer On and Off and adjusts the trimmer head speed.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
Helps prevent accidental or unauthorized activation of the trigger. It must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.
LINE-LOADING BUTTON
Press this button to automatically wind the line into the trimmer head.
HINGE (ST1520S/ST1510S/ST1520S-FC/ST1510S-FC Only)
Connects and locks the two foldable shafts.
TRIMMER HEAD (BUMP HEAD)
Stores the cutting line and releases the cutting line when the head is lightly tapped on the ground during operation.
GUARD
Reduces the risk of injury from foreign objects flung backwards toward the operator and from contact with the cutting attachment.
LINE-CUTTING BLADE
Steel blade on the guard that maintains the cutting line at the proper length.
BATTERY-RELEASE BUTTON
Releases the battery pack from the tool.
LATCH
Secures the battery pack to the tool.
EJECTION MECHANISM
Aids in battery removal.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:   If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this string trimmer. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possibly serious personal injury.

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

UNPACKING

• This product requires assembly.
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
• Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of purchase.

UNFOLDING THE SHAFT (ONLY FOR ST1520S/ST1510S/ST1520S-FC/ ST1510S-FC)

WARNING: In order to avoid pinching your hands or fingers, do not hold the shaft at the joint.

WARNING: Do not attempt to start the trimmer until the shaft has been locked.

1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer.

2. Put your trimmer on the ground or the floor and make sure that the cable is inside the shaft, so that it will not be pinched when closing the joints. Carefully unfold the shaft until the two holes in the joint are accurately aligned (Fig. 2).
   

3. Insert the bolt (supplied) and tighten it with the supplied hex wrench to lock the shaft in place (Fig. 3).
   
   

MOUNTING THE GUARD

WARNING: Always wear gloves when mounting or replacing the guard. Be careful of the blade on the guard and wear gloves to protect your hands from being injured by the blade.

1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer.
2. Lay the trimmer on the ground or the floor with the trimmer head facing upward.
3. Align the two bolts, which are preassembled on the guard, with the two screw holes in the shaft (Fig. 4) , and then tighten them with the supplied hex wrench ( Fig. 5).
   
   
   

MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE FRONT HANDLE

1. Loosen and remove the quickrelease lever and wing nut from the front handle ( Fig. 6).
   

2. Push the front handle onto the shaft within the mounting zone between the rear handle housing and the hinge (Fig. 7).
   

3. Insert the clamping block into the handle slot (Fig. 8).
   

4. Mount the quick-release lever and pre-tighten the wing nut. Make sure that the front handle is positioned upwards and points toward the top of the rear handle (Fig. 9).
   

5. Pull the quick-release lever up to move/rotate the front handle to a comfortable operating position (Fig. 10).
   
   NOTICE: The front handle should be positioned on the shaft only within the mounting zone (Fig. 10).

6. Engage the quick-release lever to secure the front handle in place.
   WARNING: Never use the trimmer without the front handle securely attached.

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 marked that it complies 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.

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.

APPLICATION
You may use this product for the purposes listed below: Trimming: use for removing grass and weeds along walls, fences, trees and borders. Cutting: use for cutting grass that is difficult to reach using a normal mower.

TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY PACK (Fig. 11 & 12)
WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when it is not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

NOTE: Fully charge the battery pack before first use.

To install battery pack (Fig. 11)

1. Align the ribs of the battery pack with the battery-mounting slots in the string trimmer.
2. Slide the battery pack in until it snaps into position.

NOTE : Make sure that the latch on the string trimmer snaps into place and the battery pack is secured to the tool before beginning operation

To remove battery pack (Fig. 12)

WARNING: Always be aware of the location of your feet and children or pets around you when pressing the battery release button. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove the battery pack at a high location.

1. Hold the battery pack in the palm of your hand.
2. Press the battery-release button with your thumb; the battery pack will disengage from the latch.
3. Grasp the battery pack and remove it from the string trimmer.

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, and that hand is holding the quick-adjustable front handle.
• The trimmer head is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the material to be cut without the operator having to bend over (Fig. 13).
  
  

STARTING/STOPPING 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 and one hand on the quick-adjustable front handle.

To start the string trimmer (Fig. 14)

1. Press the lock-off button down and hold it in that position. Press the switch trigger to turn on the string trimmer. Release the lock-off button and continue to squeeze the switch trigger for continued operation.
2. The rotational speed of the trimmer head is controlled with the switch trigger. More pressure on the trigger results in higher speed; less pressure on the trigger results in lower speed. Adjust the speed to suit the task at hand.

NOTICE: The motor runs only when the lock-off button and switch trigger are both pressed.

To stop the string trimmer Release the switch trigger to stop the string trimmer.

WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the string trimmer during work breaks and after finishing work.

USING THE STRING TRIMMER
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.

WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the tool before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the unit.

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 cuttingattachment. Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. Keep all children, bystanders and pets at least 100 ft. (30.5m) 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 immediately.

Before each use check for damaged/worn parts
Check the trimmer head, guard, and quick-adjustable front handle and replace any parts that are cracked, warped, bent, or damaged in any away.

The line-cutting blade on the edge of the guard can dull over time. It is recommended that you periodically sharpen it with a file 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.

Clean the trimmer after each use
See the Maintenance section for cleaning instructions.

WARNING: Never use water to clean your trimmer. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

Tips for best trimming results (Fig. 15

• The correct angle for the cutting attachment is parallel to the ground.
• 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 efficiency and may overload the motor.
• The cutting height is determined by the distance of the cutting line from the lawn surface.
• Grass over 8 inches (200mm) should be cut by working progressively from top to the bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or motor drag.
• 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

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 trimmer head on the ground while operating the trimmer (Fig. 16).

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.

For best results, tap the trimmer head 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 difficult as the cutting line becomes shorter.

LINE REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc. These can break off and become dangerous projectiles.

WARNING: Always use the recommended nylon cutting line with diameter no more than 0.095 in. (2.4mm). Using line other than that specified may cause the string trimmer to overheat or become damaged.

The string trimmer is equipped with an advanced POWERLOADTM system. The cutting line can be wound onto the spool simply by pressing a single button. Loading a full spool can usually be completed in 12 seconds. Avoid repeated operation of the winding system in rapid succession to reduce the possibility of motor damage.

1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer.

2. Cut one piece of cutting line 13 ft. (4m) long

3. Insert the line into the eyelet (Fig.17) and push the line until the end of the line comes out of the opposite eyelet
   
   NOTICE: It is not necessary to align the eyelets in order to insert the cutting line. If the line cannot be inserted into the eyelet, mount the battery pack onto the trimmer, then press the line-loading button briefly to release the lower cover.

4. Remove the battery if it has been mounted onto the trimmer in step 3.

5. Pull the line from the other side untilequal lengths of the line appear on both sides of the trimmer head (Fig. 18).
   

6. Install the battery pack onto the string trimmer.

7. Press and hold the line-loadingbutton to start the line-winding motor. The line will be wound into the trimmer head continuously (Fig. 19).
   

8. Watch the remaining line length carefully. Prepare to release the button as soon as approximately 7 inches (17.8cm) of line are left on each side. Briefly press the lineloading button to adjust the length until 5.5 inches (14cm) of the line is showing on each side

9. Push down on the trimmer head while pulling on the lines to manually advance the line in order to check for proper assembly of the cutting line.
   NOTICE: In case the line is pulled into the trimmer head by accident, open the head and pull the cutting line out from the spool. Follow the section “RELOAD THE CUTTING LINE” in this manual to reload the line.

RELOAD THE CUTTING LINE

NOTICE: When the cutting line breaks from the eyelet or the cutting line is not released when the trimmer head is tapped, you will need to remove the remaining cutting line from the trimmer head and follow the steps below to reload the line.

1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer.

2. Press the release tabs on the trimmer head and remove the lower  cover assembly of the trimmer headby pulling it straight out (Fig. 20a & 20b).
   
   

3. Remove the cutting line from the trimmer head.

4. Insert the spring into the slot in the lower cover assembly (Fig. 21).
   

5. With one hand holding the trimmer, use another hand to grasp the lowercover assembly and align the slots in the lower cover assembly with the release tabs. Press the lower cover assembly until it snaps into place, atwhich time you will hear a distinct click sound (Fig. 22).
   

6. Follow the instructions in the “LINE REPLACEMENT” section to reload the cutting line

MAINTENANCE

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.

WARNING:   Battery tools do not have to plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. To prevent serious personal injury, take extra precautions and care when performing maintenance, service or for changing the cutting attachment or other attachments.

WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the tool before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the unit.

TRIMMER HEAD REPLACEMENT
DANGER: If the head loosens after it is fixed in position, replace it immediately. Never use a trimmer with a loose cutting attachment. Replace a cracked, damaged or worn out cutting head immediately, even if damage is limited to superficial cracks. Such attachments may shatter at high speed and cause serious injury

Remove the trimmer head

1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer.

2. Press the release tabs on the trimmer head and remove the lower cover assembly of the trimmer head by pulling it straight out (see Fig. 20a & 20b).

3. Remove the cutting line from the trimmer head (Fig. 24).
   

4. Take the spring out of the spool assembly, if necessary. Save it for reassembly.

5. Wear gloves. Use one hand to grasp the spool assembly to stabilize it, and use the other hand to hold an impact wrench to loosen the nut in a counterclockwise direction ( Fig. 25).
   

6. Remove the nut, washer, spool assembly and upper cover from the motor shaft (Fig. 26).
   
   

7. Use circlip pliers to remove the circlip. Remove the fan assembly (Fig. 27).
   

8. Replace with a new trimmer head and mount it in following steps

Install the new trimmer head

1. Align the key slot in the fan assembly with the spline in motor shaft and mount the fan assembly into place ( Fig. 28).
   

2. Mount the circlip, upper cover, spool assembly, and washer in that order. Use an impact wrench on the nut to tighten it.

3. Following steps 4 & 5 in “RELOAD THE CUTTING LINE” section in this manual to mount the lower cover assembly.

4. Follow the instructions in “LINE REPLACEMENT” section in this manual to reload the cutting line.

5. Start the tool to see whether the string trimmer will work normally. If it does not, reassemble as described above.

CLEAN THE UNIT

• Clear any grass that may have wrapped itself around the motor shaft or trimmer head.
• Use a small brush or the air discharge of a small vacuum cleaner brush to clean the air vents on the rear housing.
• Keep the air vents free of obstructions.
• Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a 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.

SHARPEN THE LINE-CUTTING BLADE

WARNING: Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves when performing any maintenance on the line-cutting blade.

1. Remove the line-cutting blade from the guard.
2. Wear proper eye protection and gloves and be careful not to cut yourself.
3. Secure the blade in a vise.
4. Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine-tooth file or sharpening stone, maintaining the original cutting edge angle.
5. Replace the blade on the guard and secure it in place with the two screws.

STORING THE UNIT

• Remove the battery pack from the trimmer.
• 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. Do not store the unit on or adjacent to fertilizers, gasoline, or other chemicals.

TROUBLESHOOTING

• The battery pack is notattached to the trimmer.
• No electrical contact between the trimmer and battery.
• The battery pack isdepleted
• The lock-off button and switch trigger are not depressed simultaneously.

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• Attach the battery pack to thetrimmer.
• Remove battery, check contacts and reinstall the battery pack.
• Charge the battery pack.
• Press down on the lock-off button and hold it, then depress the switch trigger to turn on the string trimmer.

**** String trimmer stops while cutting.|

• The guard is not mountedon the trimmer, resulting in an overly long cutting line and motor overload.
• Heavy cutting line is used. ****
• The motor shaft or trimmer head is bound with grass
• The motor is overloaded. ****
• The battery pack or string trimmer is too hot.
• The battery pack is disconnected from the tool.
• The battery pack isdepleted.

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• Remove the battery pack and mountthe guard on the trimmer. ****
• Use recommended nylon cutting line with diameter no greater than 0.095 in. (2.4 mm).
• Stop the trimmer, remove thebattery, and remove the grass from the motor shaft and trimmer head.
• Remove the trimmer head from thegrass. The motor will recover to work as soon as the load is removed.When cutting, move the trimmer head in and out of the grass to be cut and remove no more than 8 inches of length in a single cut.
• Allow the battery pack or trimmerto cool until the temperature drops below 152°F (67°C).
• Re-install the battery pack.
• Charge the battery pack.

Trimmer head will not advance line.|

• The motor shaft or trimmerhead is bound with grass.◾     There is not enough line on the spool or the line breaks from the eyelet.◾     The line is tangled.
• The line is too short.

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• Stop the trimmer, remove thebattery, and clean the motor shaft and trimmer head.
• Remove the battery and replacethe cutting line follow “LINE REPLACEMENT” section in this manual.
• Remove the battery; remove the linefrom the trimmer head and rewind following “RELOAD THE CUTTING LINE” section in this manual.
• Remove the battery and pull thelines manually while alternately pressing down and releasing the trimmer head.

Grass is wrapped around trimmer head and motor housing.|

• Cutting tall grass at groundlevel.

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• Cut tall grass from the top down,removing no more than 8 inches in each pass to prevent wrapping.

The blade is not cutting the line.|

• The line-cutting blade onthe edge of the guard has become dull.

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• Follow instructions to sharpen theline-cutting blade with a file or replace it with a new blade.

Cracks on the trimmer head or the spool retainer comes loose from spool base.|

• The trimmer head is wornout.
• The nut that locks the trimmer head is loose

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• Replace the trimmer headimmediately; follow the section”TRIMMER HEAD REPLACEMENT”in this manual.
• Open the trimmer head and use an impact wrench to tighten the nut.

The cutting line cannot be wound into the trimmer head properl y.|

• The cutting line is too long.
• Improper cutting line is used.
• Grass debris or dirt has accumulated in the trimmer head and blocked the movement of line spool.
• Motor is overheated due torepeatedly operating the line winding system.
• Low battery

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• Cut the line so that about 5.5 in.(14cm) long is showing on each side.
• We suggest that you use EGO original nylon cutting line, see “Recommended Cutting Line” section in this manual. If using EGO nylon line and the problem persists, please call EGO customer service for advice.
• Remove the battery, open thetrimmer head and clean it thoroughly.
• Let the string trimmer work under no load for a few minutes to cool the motor, then try to reload the line.
• Charge the battery.

The cutting line cannot be passed through the trimmer head when inserting the l ine.|

• The cutting line is split orbent at the end.
• The lower cover is not released to position after reinstalling.

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• Cut the worn end of line and reinsert.
• Attach the battery pack onto the trimmer; press the line loading button to briefly start the powerloading to release the lower cover.

WARRANTY

EGO WARRANTY POLICY
5-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ outdoor power equipment and portable power for personal, household use.

3-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ System battery packs and chargers for personal, household use.

2 year/1year limited warranty on EGO outdoor power equipment, portable power, battery packs, and chargers for professional and commercial use.

The detailed warranty periods by products can be found online at http://egopowerplus.com/pages/warranty-policy.

Please contact EGO Customer Service Toll-Free at 1-855-EGO-5656 any time you
have questions or warranty claims.

LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY
EGO products are warranted against defects in material or workmanship from the date of original retail purchase for the applicable warranty period. Defective product will receive free repair.

The carbon fiber shaft on the string trimmer is backed by a lifetime warranty. A broken or bent shaft under normal use will receive free repair. The aluminum shaft is not applicable for lifetime warranty.

a) This warranty applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized EGO retailer and may not be transferred. Authorized EGO retailers are identified online at http://egopowerplus.com/pages/warranty-policy.
b) The warranty period for reconditioned or factory certified products used for residential purpose is 1 year, for industrial, professional or commercial purpose is 90 days.
c ) The warranty period for routine maintenance parts, such as, but not limited to, blades, trimmer heads, chain bars, saw chains, belts, scraper bars, blower nozzles, and all other EGO accessories is 90 days for residential purpose, 30 days for industrial, professional or commercial purpose. These parts are covered for 90/30 days from manufacture defects in normal working conditions.
d) This warranty is void if the product has been used for rental purpose.
e ) This warranty does not cover the damage resulting from modification, alteration or unauthorized repair.
f) This warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse (including overloading of the product beyond capacity and immersion in water or other liquid), accidents, neglect or lack of proper installation, and improper maintenance or storage.
g) This warranty does not cover normal deterioration of the exterior finish, including but not limited to scratches, dents, paint chips, or to any corrosion or discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

For warranty service, please contact EGO customer service toll-free at 1-855-EGO-5656. When requesting warranty service, you must present the original dated sales receipt. An authorized service center will be selected to repair the product according to the stated warranty terms. When bringing your product to the authorized service center, there may be a small deposit that will be required when dropping off your tool. This deposit is refundable when the repair service is deemed to be covered under warranty.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS

To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to the applicable warranty period defined at the beginning of this article.

Chervon North America is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

For customer service contact us toll-free at: 1-855-EGO-5656 or EGOPOWERPLUS. COM. EGO Customer Service, 769 SEWARD AVE NW / Suite 102 Grand Rapids, MI 49504

References

• Warranty Policy | EGO POWER+

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