Scotts LST01562S Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER 62 VOLT LITHIUM

BRUSHLESS MOTOR

Model LST01562S

Your string trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner’s manual before using this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. OPERATING,

ASSEMBLY, PARTS, SERVICE QUESTIONS? GO TO SCOTTS.AMERICANLAWNMOWER.COM OR CALL 1-800-618-7474 BETWEEN 8:00 AM—5:00 PM EST FOR ASSISTANCE.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

CA Compliant charger included, Model No.

CHL86200)

244026

BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE. TWO TO THREE INITIAL CHARGING/ DISCHARGING CYCLES MAY BE REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE MAXIMUM RUN TIME/ CAPACITY.

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained in this manual.

CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors, children and pets should stay at a

safe distance from the work area.

DRESS PROPERLY – Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Always wear long pants while operating this string trimmer.

USE SAFETY GLASSES –Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product. Use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

USE RIGHT APPLIANCE – Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.

REMOVE THE BATTERY FROM THE STRING TRIMMER when not in use or when servicing or cleaning. Do not leave unattended.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS – Before further use of the string 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. Call our customer service help line at 1-800-618-7474 for assistance.

LIGHTING - Only operate trimmer in daylight or good artif icial light.

DON’T OVERREACH – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

WARNING: Do Not use the string trimmer with any type of

accessory or attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.

AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS – Don’t use trimmer in rain, damp or wet locations. Do not operate trimmer in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING – Be sure switch trigger is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch trigger or inserting the battery pack into a tool

with the switch on invites accidents.

DANGER: Risk of cut. Keep hands away from lines. Keep both hands on handles when power is on.

DANGER: Don’t use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or off. Call Customer Service for assistance.

DANGER: Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

DANGER: Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may

be toxic if swallowed.

WARNING: Keep guards in place and in working order.

WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.

DO NOT ATTEMPT to remove cut material or hold material to be cut

when lines are moving. Make sure trimmer switch is off when clearing jammed material from guard. Do not grasp the guard or lines when picking up or holding the trimmer.

CAUTION: Lines coast after turned off.

DON’T FORCE STRING TRIMMER – It will do the job better and with less

likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

STAY ALERT – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate string trimmer when you are tired or under the influence of medications, drugs or alcohol.

STORE IDLE STRING TRIMMER INDOORS – When not in use, your string trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.

WARNING: Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

WARNING: Use only identical manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING: Use only the manufacturer’s replacement string in the cutting head when using a string trimmer attachment. Do not use any other cutting attachment, for example, metal wire, rope, or the like. To install any other brand of cutting head to the string trimmer attachment can result in serious personal injury.

MAINTAIN TRIMMER WITH CARE – Keep guard and handles

clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Keep handles dry and free from oil and grease.

WARNING: California Proposition 65: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: Some dust created by this product could contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

-chemicals in fertilizers

-compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides

-arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

CAUTION: Use only the following type and size battery(ies): BL86225, BL86240, BL86250.

CAUTION: 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.

Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or

a ﬁre.

Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modiﬁed. Damaged or modiﬁed batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in ﬁre, explosion or risk of injury.

Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to ﬁre or excessive temperature. Exposure to ﬁre or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion. The temperature of 130°C can be replaced by the temperature of 265°F.

Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range speciﬁed in the

instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the

speciﬁed range may damage the battery and increase the risk of ﬁre.

Have servicing performed by a qualiﬁed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

Model LST01562S

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

LST01562S

Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62V, DC only

Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62V, 2.5Ah

Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5600/ 7000 RPM

Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 in. or 15 in.

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.43lb (7 kg)

.080 Dual Twisted Line - Bump Feed

Model LST01562S

FEATURES

No. Description No. Description

1 Lock out button 8 Steel Spacer

2 Switch trigger 9 Spool knob

3 Two Speed Button 10 String

4 Auxiliary handle 11 Battery

5 Connection Assy. 12 Charger

6 Guard 13 Battery release button

7 Line cutting blade

UNPACKING

This product requires some assembly.

PACKING LIST

- Power Head

- String Trimmer Attachment

- Safety Guard

- Charger and Battery Pack

- Spool Assembly

- Auxiliary Handle

- Owner’s Manual

- Hardware Bag, containing parts as below:

WARNING: Do not install battery until assembly is complete. Failure to

comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal

injury.

WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-618-7474 for assistance.

Model LST01562S

ASSEMBLY

Blade positioned inside for 13”cut

Blade positioned outside for 15”cut

CUTTING WIDTH ADJUSTMENT

Cutting width can be adjusted to 13” or 15” by positioning the line cutting blade as shown.

Image Name Size Quantity

Bolt M5x0.8x35 2 PCS

Nut M5x0.8 2 PCS

Steel Spacer N/A 1 PC

Socket Screw M5x0.8x12 3 PCS

Auxiliary

Handle Plate

N/A 1 PC

Wrench T25&+ 1 PC

Socket Spanner

8mm/10mm 1 PC

ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE

Install the auxiliary handle and bottom bracket around the shaft of the power head, at a comfortable distance from the switch trigger. Insert the four M5.0*0.8*35 bolts into each the four holes. Using the combo tool provided, tighten the bolts securely so the handle is stationary on the shaft.

Bolt

Safety Guard

ATTACHING THE GUARD

Assemble the guard as shown below by positioning it onto the trimmer attachment. Using a Phillips screw driver, secure the guard by installing three (3) screws into the die cast head. Remove blade cover.

WARNING: Do not operate the trimmer without the guard attached. Failure to comply could result in possible serious personal injury.

INSTALLING THE STRING SPOOL

Ensure battery pack is removed. Place the steel spacer onto the cutting head shaft. Align the hole in the spacer with the notched area of the casting. Insert the wrench provided through the hole in the spacer and casting to secure the spacer while installing the spool. Twist the spool onto the bolt in a counter clockwise direction. Make sure the spool is firmly connected.

Steel Spacer

Wrench

TO TURN THE TOOL ON

Select the desired operating speed (Hi or Low). Press and hold the trigger lock out button at the top of the front handle and squeeze the switch trigger with your fingers. Release the lockout button when the trigger is depressed.

TO TURN THE TOOL OFF

Release the switch trigger.

Before you start the unit, make sure the trimmer is not contacting any

object.

WARNING: Stones, pieces of metal and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line. The unit and guard are designed to reduce the danger.

WARNING: To guard against injury, observe the following: Read owner’s manual before using, save owner’s manual. Keep hands away from lines. Keep hands on handles. Don’t overreach.

If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop tool immediately, check for damage and have any damage repaired before further operation is attempted. Do not operate with a broken hub or spool.

OPERATING

INSTALLING STRING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT TO POWER HEAD

The attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device.

● Remove the battery pack.

● Loosen the wingnut on the coupler of the power head shaft.

● Pull the retaining pin located on the power head shaft and rotate

1/4 turn. Rotating allows the pin to lock out of the shaft even when

released.

● Align the hole in the attachment shaft with the retaining pin on the

power head shaft and slide the two shafts together.

● Rotate the retaining pin 1/4 turn to allow

the pin to fully seat through the hole in

the attachment shaft. NOTE: If the pin does not release

completely in the positioning hole, the

shafts are not locked into place. Slightly

rotate from side to side until the pin is

locked into place.

● Tighten the wingnut securely.

WARNING: Be certain the wingnut is fully tightened before operating equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal injury.

Removing the Attachment From the Power Head

● Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.

● Loosen the wingnut.

● Pull the retaining pin and twist the shafts to remove and separate

ends.

ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK

To install battery pack:

● Align grooves on battery pack with raised ribs in the tool’s

battery port and place the battery pack in the tool.

Warning: Make sure the latch on the tool snaps in place and the

battery pack is fully seated and secure in the battery port before

beginning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could

cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.

To remove battery pack:

● Press the battery latch button on the tool and pull the battery

pack out of the battery port.

Warning: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the

battery pack and keep hands clear of the trigger lock-out when

carrying or transporting the tool.

Battery release button

Model LST01562S

Low Speed

High Speed

Two Speed Button

The trimmer will have a longer run time if operated in the low speed setting.

CAUTION: Lines coasts after turn off.

Do not use under wet conditions.

CAUTION: Inspect area to be trimmed and remove any wire, cord, or string-like objects which could become entangled in the rotating line or spool. Be particularly careful to avoid any wire which might be bent outwardly into the path of the tool, such as barbs at the base of a chain link fence.

OPERATING THE POWER HEAD

Hold the power head with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation. Power head should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height.

If debris becomes wrapped around the attachment, RELEASE THE SWITCH TRIGGER, remove the battery pack, and remove the debris.

CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Cutting Stance

Weight should be balanced with both feet on solid ground.

Basic Cutting Procedure

Slowly swing trimmer side-to-side as shown.

Model LST01562S

OPERATING

WARNING: Do not trim near electrical wires or buildings.

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this type of product to make

you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

Do not operate a string trimmer in a tree, on a ladder, or on a scaffold; this is extremely dangerous.

Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.

LINE FEEDING/ BUMP FEEDING

Your trimmer uses .080” diameter twisted nylon line to cut grass and weeds quickly and easily. In time, the tip of the nylon line will become worn. To release line, position cutting head parallel to the ground and bump the head 2 or 3 times on the ground when the trimmer is running. When enough line is released, you will hear the sound of the blade cutting the line. The cutting line will wear faster if the cutting is done along sidewalks or other abrasive surfaces or heavier weeds are

being cut.

MANUALLY EXTENDED LINE

If your trimmer line hits sharp or abrasive objects, such as stones, metal pieces, or concrete, the trimmer line can be cut too short to continue trimming. In this case, you can manually extend the line:

1. REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK.

2. Push the spool knob in and rotate in a counter clockwise direction. Pull the lines out after every quater turn to achieve the

proper length. (Note: Release only enough line to extend just

beyond the blade. If too much line is released, the blade will be unable to cut it to the correct working length and it may become tangled on the rotating shaft.)

3. Install the battery pack.

4. Restart the trimmer and return to normal operation.

Model LST01562S

OPERATING

REWINDING SPOOL FROM BULK LINE

(USE ONLY .080” DIAMETER LINE)

Bulk line for your trimmer is available at extra cost

from your local dealer. To install bulk line, follow these

steps:

• Turn off the trimmer and remove the battery.

• Cut line to a length of 14.7 feet.

• Press the release tabs on the line spool cover as

shown in Fig. 1, and remove the spool by pulling it

straight off. Remove and discard all line on the

spool.

• Rotate the spool knob so that the 2 holes in the

spool hub are aligned with the holes in the 2 metal

eyelets.

• Insert the line through all four holes. Pull the line

until there is an equal length of the line on each

side of the spool. (See Fig. 2)

• Turn the spool knob in a clockwise direction (see

arrows on the top of the knob) until the line is

wound to the proper cutting length. (See Fig. 3)

• Install the spool back into the spool cover making

sure it is firmly locked in place. (See Fig. 4)

Release tab

Fig.1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Spool knob

Line

Model LST01562S

SEE CHARGER MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS

Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided.

Allow at least 90 minutes of charge time for 2.5Ah battery, 140 minutes of charge time for 4.0Ah battery, or 180 minutes of charge time for 5.0Ah battery before initial use of the string trimmer.

Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage, 120volts, 60Hz, AC only.

The battery charger should be operated in temperatures between 39 and 104 degrees F.

The battery should be charged in a cool, dry place.

2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may be required to achieve maximum run time/capacity.

Do not attempt to open the charger or the unit. There are

no customer serviceable parts inside. Call the customer

service help line at 1-800-618-7474 for assistance.

DO NOT incinerate battery packs even if they are severely damaged or completely worn out. They can explode in a fire causing injury.

Use the battery charger indoors only.

Disconnect charger from the power supply when not in use to prevent damage to the charger during a power

surge.

When fully charged, the battery can be safely stored in temperatures down to –4° degrees F for a period of up to four weeks, before requiring charging.

Fully charge battery pack every 90 days.

If over a period of time the battery pack quickly runs down after a full 90, 140 or 180 minutes charging period, a replacement battery pack is needed.

To prevent permanent damage to the battery, never store in a discharged condition.

WINTER STORAGE— Fully recharge before storage and

then again every 90 days.

Since the battery will not develop a memory, it does not have to be fully discharged before recharging.

A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on your skin.

a. Wash quickly with soap and water.

b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or

vinegar.

c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with

clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.

BATTERY DISPOSAL

Remove the battery pack from the string trimmer. Cover the terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any components. This product contains lithium-ion batteries which must be recycled or disposed of properly. Local, state

or federal laws may prohibit disposal of these batteries in ordinary trash.

The RBRC seal on the li-ion battery pack indicates that the costs to recycle the battery pack at the end of its useful life has already been paid by The Great States Corporation American Lawn Mower Company. It is illegal to place spent li-ion batteries in the local municipal solid waste or in the trash. RBRC in cooperation with The Great States Corporation American Lawn Mower Company has provided an environmentally friendly and easy way to recycle spent li-ion batteries. Just contact your local recycling center or call 1-800-8BATTERY for information on where to drop off the spent battery.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Constant Red + Flash Green = Battery is charging

Constant Red + Constant Green = Battery is fully charged.

Battery Pack

Charger

CAUTION: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,

petroleum based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in

contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can

damage, weaken or destroy plastic.

Make sure the battery is detached from the unit, then 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.

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which

greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals Do not store the

tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.

IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,

repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by

a qualified individual using only identical replacement parts.

If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for damage. If the

guard is bent or cracked, handles broken or if you see any

other condition that may affect the trimmer’s operation, it must

be repaired before putting it back into use. Call our customer

service help line at 1-800-618-7474 for assistance.

MAINTENANCE

Model LST01562S

TROUBLESHOOTING

Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your product

at 1.800.618.7474 between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time,

or get assistance on scotts.americanlawnmower.com.

CALL US FIRST !!

Problem Possible Couse Possible Solution

-Unit does not Run -Battery not making contact -Check battery is fully inserted

-Tripper switch not operational -Check that lock off button is fully forward prior to moving trigger

-Battery not installed properly -Check battery installation

-Battery not charged -Check battery charging requirements

-Line won't feed

-Line tangled in spool

-Unwrap 24" of line and re-wind

-Line fails to cut off

-Line cutter in guard is damaged or missing -Replace guard

-Battery will not charge -Battery not inserted into charger

-Insert battery into charger until red LED appears

-Charger not plugged in -Plug charger into a working outlet

-Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance

-Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights

-Surrounding air temperature too hot or too cold -Move charger and tool to a surrounding air temperature of about 39

degree F (4 degree C) or below 104 degree F (40 degree C)

Model LST01562S

CALL US FIRST !!

Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your product

at 1.800.618.7474 between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time,

or get assistance on scotts.americanlawnmower.com.

PARTS AND SERVICE

Always mention the model number when ordering kits/items for this tool.

No. Kit/Item Number Description QTY

1 LST62-HBK-1 Handle Bolt Kit 1

2 LST62-AHK-1 Auxiliary Handle Kit 1

3 LST62-PGK-1 Protective Guard Kit 1

4 RS95815 Spool Kit 1

5 BL86225 Battery Pack 62V 2.5Ah 1

6 CHL86200 Charger 1

For parts or service, please call 1-800-618-7474 or visit us online at scotts.americanlawnmower.com. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit.

REPAIR PARTS (KITS/ ITEMS)

The model/ serial number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing. Please record the serial number in the space provided below.

MODEL NUMBER LST01562S

SERIAL NUMBER_______________

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