EGO ST1500, ST1500-S Operator's Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
56-VOLT LITHIUM-ION
CORDLESS 15" STRING
TRIMMER
MODEL NUMBER
ST1500 (STRAIGHT SHAFT)/
ST1500-S (HINGED SHAFT)
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.
Español p. 65
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols ..........................................4
Safety Instructions ......................................5-8
Introduction .............................................9
Specifications ...........................................9
Packing List .........................................10-12
Description .........................................13-14
Assembly ..............................................15
Operation ...........................................16-24
Maintenance ........................................25-26
Troubleshooting ...................................... 27-28
Warranty ...........................................29-30
Parts List ...........................................31-32
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WARNING:
Some dust created by power cutting 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 and cement and other masonry products, and
Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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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, 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.
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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 Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read the
Operator’s
Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
operator’s manual.
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 your
local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
IPX4
Ingress Protection
Degree
Protection from splashing water
V Volt Voltage
mm Millimeter Length or size
cm Centimeter Length or size
in. Inch Length or size
kg Kilogram Weight
lb Pound Weight
DC Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
RPM
Revolutions per
minute
Rotational speed
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.
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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:
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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 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 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.
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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 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 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 crack, 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 only AL0951 0.095"(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.
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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 the battery packs and chargers listed below:
BATTERY PACK CHARGER
BA1120, BA1400, BA2240,
BA2800, BA4200
CH5500
CH2100
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 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.
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!
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of the EGO 56-Volt Lithium-ion 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 IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage 56V DC
No-load speed 5800 RPM
Cutting Mechanism Bump Head
Cutting Line Type AL0951 0.095" (2.4mm) nylon line
Cutting Width 15 in. (38 cm)
Weight (Without battery pack) 6.7 lb (3.04kg)
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PACKING LIST
PART NAME QUANTITY
String Trimmer 1
Guard 1
Front-assist handle assembly 1
M5 Hex wrench 1
Bolts for locking shaft (ST1500-S Only) 2
Operator's manual 1
UNFOLDING THE SHAFT (ONLY FOR ST1500-S)
WARNING:
Do not hold the shaft at the joints in order to avoid pinching your
hands or fingers.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to start the trimmer until the shaft has been locked.
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.
1. Remove the battery pack from the
trimmer.
2. Put your trimmer on the ground and
carefully unfold the shaft. Make sure
that the cable is inside the shaft
so that it will not be pinched when
closing the joints (Fig. 1).
3. Use the M5 hex wrench to lock the
shaft with the two bolts supplied
(Fig. 2).
1
2
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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.
WARNING:
Always remove battery the pack from the product when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.
1. Remove the battery pack from the
trimmer.
2. Loosen the two bolts in the guard
with the M5 hex wrench; remove
the bolts and spring washers from
the guard (Fig. 3).
3. Lift the trimmer head and face it
downward; align the two mounting
holes in the guard with the two
assembly holes in the base of the
shaft. Make sure that the internal
surface of the guard faces towards
the trimmer head (Fig. 4).
4. Lock the guard in place with the
bolts and the M5 hex wrench (Fig. 5).
3
4
5
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MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE
WARNING:
Always remove battery the pack from the product when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.
1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer.
2. Loosen the four screws in the
handle with a Phillips screwdriver
(available separately) and remove
the screws, spring washers, flat
washers and lower clamp from the
handle (Fig. 6).
3. Attach the front-assist handle and
lower clamp on the shaft and secure
them by pre-tightening the four
screws. Turn the front-assist handle
upwards so that it points toward the
top of the handle (Fig. 7).
4. Adjust the front-assist handle
position between the rear handle
housing and the joint of the shaft,
as shown in Fig. 7. For ST1500,
adjust the handle position so that it
is between the rear handle housing
and warning label on the shaft.
Shorter users may adjust handle
to a lower position (away from you) and taller users may adjust the handle to an
upper position (towards you). The handle should be adjusted so that your front
arm will be straight when using the trimmer.
5. Tighten the four screws so that the handle cannot be rotated on the shaft.
6
7
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DESCRIPTION
KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER (Fig. 8)
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.
8
Adjustable Front-Assist Handle
Bump Knob
Guard
Trimmer Head (Bump Head)
Line-Cutting Blade
Ejection Mechanism
Latch
Battery-Release
Button
Trigger
Electric Contacts
Lock-Off Lever
Hinge
ST1500-S only
Rear Handle
WARNING:
Never operate the tool without the guard firmly in place. The guard
must always be on the tool to protect the user.
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ADJUSTABLE FRONT-ASSIST HANDLE
For easy control of the trimmer during cutting.
REAR HANDLE
Ergonomic handle with overmold improves comfort and grip.
TRIGGER
To turn the string trimmer On and Off and to adjust the trimmer head speed.
LOCK-OFF LEVER
Helps prevent accidental or unauthorized activation of the trigger. It must be depressed
before the trigger can be activated.
HINGE (ST1500-S ONLY)
Connects and locks the two foldable shafts.
TRIMMER HEAD (BUMP HEAD)
The cutting attachment for cutting grass.
BUMP KNOB
A light tap of the bump knob on the ground while operating the trimmer releases the
cutting line.
GUARD
Designed to reduce the risk of injury from foreign objects flung backwards toward the
operator by the cutting attachment and from contact with the cutting attachment.
LINE-CUTTING BLADE
Steel blade on the guard keeps the cutting line at the proper length.
BATTERY-RELEASE BUTTON
To release the battery pack from the tool.
LATCH
Locks the battery pack when installing it on the tool.
EJECTION MECHANISM
Aids in battery removal.
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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 battery the 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.
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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 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.
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.
TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY
PACK (Fig. 9 & 10)
WARNING:
Always remove the
battery pack from the product when
you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, or when 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. 9)
Align the ribs of the battery pack with the mounting slots in the string trimmer’s
battery port.
Press the battery pack towards the trimmer head 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.
9
Mounting Slot
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To remove battery pack (Fig. 10)
WARNING:
Always be aware of the
location of your feet and children or pets
around you when pressing the batteryrelease button. Serious injury could result
if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove
the battery pack at a high location.
Hold the battery pack in the palm of
your hand.
Press the battery-release button with your thumb; the battery pack will disengage
from the latch.
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, 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 (Fig. 11).
Press to Release
10
11
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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 front-assist handle.
To start the string trimmer (Fig. 12)
1. Press down the lock-off lever and
hold it in that position. Depress the
trigger to turn on the string trimmer.
2. The rotational speed of the cutting
line is controlled with the variable
speed trigger. More pressure on
the trigger results in higher cutting
speed; less pressure on the trigger
results in lower cutting speed.
Adjust the speed to suit the task at
hand.
NOTICE: The motor runs only when the lock-off lever and trigger are both pressed .
To stop the string trimmer
Release the lock-off lever and the trigger to stop the string trimmer.
WARNING:
Always remove the battery pack from the string trimmer during work
breaks and after finishing work.
12
Lock-off Lever
Trigger
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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.
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 feet (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 and cutting attachment immediately.
WARNING:
To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the
tool before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the unit.
Before each use check for damaged/worn parts
Check the bump head, guard and front-assist 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 cutting.
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.
1. Clear any grass that may have wrapped itself around the motor shaft or trimmer head.
2. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get
inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
2. Wipe off the unit with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
4. Keep the air vents in the rear housing free from debris at all times (Fig. 11).
NOTICE: Obstructing the vents will prevent the air from flowing into the motor housing
and may result in overheating or damage to the motor.
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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.
Tips for best trimming
results (Fig. 13)
The correct angle for the cutting
attachment is parallel to the ground.
This string trimmer allows you to
rest the bump knob 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 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 (200 mm) should be cut by working 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.
13
Direction of
rotation
Dangerous
cutting area
Best cutting
area
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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 bump knob on the ground
while operating the trimmer (Fig. 14).
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 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 difficult as the cutting line becomes shorter.
LINE REPLACEMENT
NOTICE: Always use standard 0.095 in. (2.4 mm) diameter replacement nylon cutting
line. Using line other than that specified 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.
There are two methods to replace the cutting line:
1. Wind the spool with new line.
2. Install a pre-wound spool.
14
Bump Knob
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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.
1. Remove the battery pack
2. Press the release tabs on the spool
base and remove the spool retainer
by pulling it straight out (Fig. 15).
3. 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.
4. Check the spool retainer, spool and
spool base for worn. If necessary,
replace the wear parts.
5. Take approximately 17 ft (5.2m) of
new cutting line. Fold the line in half
and then adjust it so that one end is
4.5 in. (11cm) longer than the other
(Fig. 16).
6. Hook the folded end of the cutting
line onto either of the slots in the
spool (Fig. 17).
7. Wind the line, in two even and tight
layers, onto the spool. Wind the line
in the direction indicated on the
spool (Fig. 17).
NOTICE: Failure to wind the line in the
direction indicated will cause the trimmer
head to operate incorrectly.
16
4.5" (11 cm)
17
Winding Direction
15
Tab
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8. Place the ends of the line in two
opposite notches in the spool,
with approximately 6 in. (15 cm)
protruding (Fig. 18).
9. 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. 19).
10. 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. 20). Repeat with the other end.
20
18
6" (15 cm)
19
Eyelet
Eyelet
Notch
Notch
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11. 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. 21).
NOTICE: Make sure that the tabs on the
spool base snap into place or the spool
will come out during operation.
Install a pre-wound spool
WARNING:
To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the
tool before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the
unit.
1. Press the release tabs on the spool base and remove the retainer by pulling it
straight out (Fig. 15).
2. 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.
3. Check the spool retainer, spool and spool base for wear. If necessary, replace the
worn parts.
4. Place a pre-wound spool on the spool retainer.
5. 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. 19).
6. Hold the spool and spool retainer; grasp the line and pull it to release the line
from the notch in the eyelet (Fig. 20).
7. 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. 21).
NOTICE: Make sure that the tabs on the spool base snap into place or the spool will
come out during operation.
21
Tab
Slot
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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, changing add-on attachments or removing material
from the unit.
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.
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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. Secure the blade in a vise.
3. Wear proper eye protection and gloves and be careful not to cut yourself.
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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
String trimmer fails
to start.
The battery pack is not
attached to the trimmer.
Attach the battery pack to the
trimmer.
No electrical contact
between the trimmer and
battery.
Remove battery, check contacts and
reinstall the battery pack.
The battery pack is
depleted.
Charge the battery pack.
The lock-off lever and
trigger are not depressed
simultaneously.
Press down the lock-off lever and
hold it, then depress the trigger to
turn on the string trimmer.
String trimmer
stops while cutting.
The guard is not mounted
on the trimmer, resulting in
an overly long cutting line
and motor overload.
Remove the battery pack and mount
the guard on the trimmer.
Heavy cutting line is used.
Use only with nylon cutting line
0.095" (2.4mm) diameter or less.
The motor shaft or trimmer
head is bound with grass.
Stop the trimmer, remove the
battery, and remove the grass from
the motor shaft and trimmer head.
The motor is overloaded.
Remove the trimmer head from the
grass. 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.
The battery pack or string
trimmer is too hot.
Allow the battery pack or trimmer
to cool until the temperature drops
below 152°F (67°C).
The battery pack is
disconnected from the tool.
Re-install the battery pack.
The battery pack is
depleted.
Charge the battery pack.
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Trimmer head will
not advance line.
The motor shaft or trimmer
head is bound with grass.
Stop the trimmer, remove the
battery, and clean the motor shaft
and trimmer head.
There is not enough line on
the spool.
Remove the battery and replace the
cutting line; follow the section “LINE
REPLACEMENT” in this manual.
The trimmer head is dirty.
Remove the battery and clean the
spool, spool retainer and spool base.
The line is tangled on the
spool.
Remove the battery, remove the line
from the spool and rewind; follow
the section “LINE REPLACEMENT” in
this manual.
The line is too short.
Remove the battery and pull the
lines while alternately pressing down
on and releasing the bump knob.
Grass wraps around
trimmer head and
motor housing.
Cutting tall grass at ground
level.
Cut tall grass from the top down,
removing no more than 8 inches in
each pass to prevent wrapping.
Line is not cutting
well.
The line-cutting blade on
the edge of the guard has
become dull.
Sharpen the line-cutting blade with a
file or replace it with a new blade.
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EGO WARRANTY POLICY
5 year limited warranty on EGO outdoor power equipment and 3 year limited warranty
on EGO Power+ System battery packs and chargers.
Please contact EGO Customer Service Toll-Free at 1-855-EGO-5656 any time you have
questions or warranty claims.
LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY
FOR FIVE YEARS from the date of original retail purchase, this EGO product is warranted
against defects in material or workmanship. Defective product will receive free repair.
FOR THREE YEARS from the date of original retail purchase, the EGO Power+ System
battery pack and charger are warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
Defective product will receive free repair.
This warranty does not cover the damage resulting from modification, alteration or
unauthorized repair or from use of any cutting line other than the standard 0.095 in.
(2.4mm) diameter nylon cutting line recommended for use with this product.
a) This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be
transferred.
b) The warranty period for any EGO product or part used for industrial, professional or
commercial purpose is one year.
c) This warranty is void if the product has been used for rental purpose.
d) This warranty does not cover the damage resulting from modification, alteration or
unauthorized repair or from use of any cutting line other than the EGO AL0950 or
AL0951 0.095 in. (2.4mm) diameter nylon cutting line recommended for use with this
product.
e) 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.
f) 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.
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