Grass Trimmer
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model PT180H
120V., 60Hz., 3.8 Amps
CAUTION
Before using this Grass
Trimmer, read this manual
and follow all its Safety
Rules and Operating
Instructions.
FANTOM, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, N.Y. 12901
Tel.: 1 (800) 275-9251
• Safety Instructions
• Accessories
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
SAFETY & WARNING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES.
When using the Grass Trimmer basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Carefully read and understand the entire owner’s manual
before using your Grass Trimmer. Pay close attention to the Operating
Instructions and Safety Warnings. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of this unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read,
understand and follow unit and manual instructions and warnings. Close
attention is necessary when used near children.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1. Do NOT leave the grass trimmer
plugged in. Unplug from electrical
outlet when not in use or before
servicing.
2. Avoid dangerous environments.
Never operate your unit in damp
or wet conditions. Moisture is a
shock hazard.
3. Do NOT use the grass trimmer in
the rain.
4. Do NOT handle the unit with wet
hands.
5. Use the right tool for the right
job. Use the unit only as
described in this manual. Do NOT
use for any job except that for
which it is intended.
6. Clear the area to be cut before
each use. Remove all objects
such as cords, lights, wires or
string which can become
entangled in the trimmer line.
7. Do NOT abuse the extension
cord. Do NOT pull or carry the unit
by the extension cord, use the
extension cord as a handle, close
a door on the cord, or pull by the
extension cord around sharp
edges or corners. Keep the
extension cord away from heated
surfaces, oil and sharp edges.
8. Do NOT unplug by pulling on the
extension cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
WARNING: The operation of any grass trimmer can result in
foreign objects being thrown in the eyes. This can lead to severe
eye damage. Before commencing power tool operation always
wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI
Z87.1 standards and a full face shield when needed.
Rev. 01/05
9. Keep extension cord away from
cutting elements.
10. Inspect all extension cords and the
unit power connection periodically.
Look closely for deterioration, cuts
or cracks in the insulation. Also
inspect the connections for damage.
Replace the cords if any defects or
damage appear.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers
and parts of the body away from
openings and moving parts.
12. Do NOT allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
13. Risk of cuts. Keep hands away from
trimmer line. Keep both hands on
the unit when the unit is on.
14. Do NOT attempt to remove cut
material or hold material to be cut
when the trimmer line is moving.
Make sure the unit is unplugged
when clearing jammed material from
the cutting area. Do NOT grasp the
exposed trimmer line when picking
up or holding the unit.
CAUTION: Trimmer line coasts after the
unit is turned off.
15. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, use only with a two
conductor extension cord intended
for outdoor use.
16. Never connect the unit to an AC
voltage that differs from the one on
the unit’s rating plate.
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Model PT180H
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FANTOM warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of
one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for normal household use,
subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within
the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to:
FANTOM, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh NY 12901
If the appliance is found by FANTOM to be defective in material or workmanship, FANTOM will
repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and $16.95 to cover the cost of return
shipping and handling must be included. *
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, trimmer line spools, and electrical parts which
normally require replacement are specifically excluded from warranty.
The liability of FANTOM is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our
option. This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has
been tampered with or used for commercial purposes. This limited warranty does not cover
damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or
mishandling in transit. This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting
from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alterations to the product or any of its parts,
which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by FANTOM.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and/or
conventional warranties. The responsibility of FANTOM if any, is limited to the specific obligations
expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty. In no event is FANTOM liable for
incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever. Some states do not permit the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above 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.
*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof of
purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name, complete address
and phone number with a note giving purchase information, model number and what you
believe is the problem with item. We recommend you insure the package (as damage in
shipping is not covered by your warranty). Mark the outside of your package “ATTENTION
CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are constantly striving to improve our products, therefore the
specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.
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Please fill out and mail the product registration card within ten (10) days of purchase. The
registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By
returning this card you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use, and
warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
RETURN TO FANTOM: 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Model PT180H
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