EGO ST1500E Operator's Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION
CORDLESS BRUSHLESS
LINE TRIMMER
MODEL NUMBER ST1500E
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Read All Instructions ......................................3
Safety Symbols ..........................................4
Safety Instructions .....................................5-11
Introduction ............................................12
Specications .......................................12-13
Assembly ...........................................13-16
Packing List ............................................17
Description .........................................18-19
Operation ...........................................20-29
Maintenance ........................................ 29-30
Troubleshooting ...................................... 31-32
Warranty ...........................................33-34
Parts List ...........................................35-36
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
READ & UNDERSTAND
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This line trimmer has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this
product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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.
WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs and replacements should
be performed by a qualied service technician.
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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, re, 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.
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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.
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
WARNING: Read
operator’s manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
and understand 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 hearing
protection
Always wear ear protection when operating
this product.
Do not expose to rain
Do not use in the rain or leave outdoors
while it is raining.
Keep Bystanders Away
Ensure that other people and pets remain at
least 15m away from the line trimmer when
it is in use.
15m
Keep Bystanders Away
Ensure that other people and pets remain at
least 15m away from the line trimmer when
it is in use.
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V Volt Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n
0
No-Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
... /min Per Minute Revolutions per minute
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! When using line trimmers, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
DANGER! Do not rely on the tool’s insulation against electric shock. To reduce
the risk of electrocution, never operate the machine in the vicinity of any wires or
cables (power, etc.) 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.
Training
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the machine.
Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions or children to use the
machine. 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.
Operation
Use the machine only in daylight or good articial 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.
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Always disconnect the machine from the power supply (i.e. remove the plug from
the mains or remove the disabling device).
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 plug from the
mains or remove the disabling device) 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 trimmers in damp or wet locations.
Always turn the line trimmer off or remove the battery pack whenever leaving the
trimmer unattended.
Don’t Use In Rain.
Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a distance 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 a 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.
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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 inuence of alcohol or drugs.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
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 instructions for changing
accessories. Keep 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, broken
glass, nails, wire, or line that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting
attachment. Make sure that other persons and pets are at least 15m away.
Before using the machine and after any impact, check for signs of wear or
damage and repair as necessary.
Always hold the trimmer rmly, with both hands on the handles while operating.
Wrap your ngers and thumbs around the handles.
Avoid Accidentally Starting–Don’t carry the trimmer with your nger on the trigger.
Do not operate the trimmer in petrolic 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, remove the battery pack from the line trimmer,
check for damage and have any damage repaired before further operation is
attempted. Do not operate with a broken guard or spool.
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If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor , remove
the battery pack from the line trimmer. 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.
Replace a cracked, damaged or worn-out cutting head immediately, even if
damage is limited to supercial 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.
Only use EGOTM authorized polymer trimmer line accessories ( 2.4 mm) and
trimmer line that are designed for use with this machine. Although certain
unauthorized attachments might be tted to the EGOTM line trimmer, their use
may be extremely dangerous, and/or damaging to the tools.
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 Service Center for assistance.
Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.
Use only with battery packs and chargers listed below:
BATTERY CHARGER
BA1120E, BA2240E,
BA3360, BA1400
CH5500E, CH2100E
The battery pack must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped.
The battery shall be disposed of safely.
Do not dispose of the battery in a re. The cells may explode. Check with local
authorities 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.
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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.
When servicing, use only identical EGOTM 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.
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 loan this tool to someone else, also loan these
instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers while operating the machine.
Always be sure of the footing on slopes and to walk, never run.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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