WG160 WG160.1 WG175
HELPLINE NUMBER
1-866-354-WORX (9679)
HELPLINE NUMBER
P06
P15
P25
3 in 1 Grass Trimmer/Edger
Coupe gazon/Taille-bordure 3 en 1
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1. REAR HANDLE
2. BATTERY PACK
3. TELESCOPIC SHAFT
4. PIVOT HEAD LOCKING KNOB
5. SAFETY GUARD
6. FLOWER GUARD/EDGER GUIDE
7. AUXILIARY HANDLE
8. TELESCOPIC SHAFT ADJUSTMENT TRIGGER
9. LOCK OFF BUTTON
10. ON/OFF SWITCH
11. AUXILIARY HANDLE LOCKING LEVER
12. EDGER/TRIMMING SUPPORT WHEELS
13. LINE CUTTER
14. LOWER SHAFT COUPLING
15. UPPER SHAFT
16. MOTOR HOUSING OF TRIMMER HEAD
17. LINE FEED BUTTON (See Fig. K1)
18 SPOOL CAP COVER (See Fig. K2)
19 CAP RELEASE LATCH (See Fig. K2)
20. SPOOL (See Fig. K2)
21. CUTTING HEAD (See Fig. K2)
22. EYELET (See Fig. K2)
Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.
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TECHNICAL DATA
WG160 WG160.1 WG175
Voltage 20V
Max* 32V Max**
No load speed 7600/min
Cutting diameter 12”
Line diameter 0.065”
Charging time 3hr approx.
Machine weight 5.7lbs 6.2lbs
* Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20 volts.
Nominal voltage is 18 volts.
** Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 32 volts.
Nominal voltage is 28.8 volts.
ACCESSORIES
WG160 WG160.1 WG175
Safety Guard 1
Charger 1 (WA3732) 1 (WA3740)
Battery Pack 1 (WA3525) 1 (WA3537)
Edger/Trimming Support Wheels 1 2 1
Spool 3 (WA0004)
Only use the appropriate accessories intended for this tool. Accessory information can be found
on the product packaging, at a WORX dealer or on our website at www.worx.com or by calling
1-866-354-WORX(9679).
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling and other construction activities
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
chemical:
• Work in a well ventilated area.
• Work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
WARNING: When using cordless
gardening appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including the following:
WARNING: READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ALL APPLIANCES
1) Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don’t use
appliances in damp or wet locations.
2) Don’t Use In Rain.
3) Keep Children Away - All visitors should
be kept at a distance from work area.
4) Dress Properly - Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts. Wear protective clothing;
use of work gloves, long pants, a long
sleeved shirt and substantial footwear is
recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
5) Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or
dust mask if operation is dusty.
6) Use Right Appliance - Do not use
appliance for any job except that for which
it is intended.
7) Avoid Unintentional Starting - Don’t
carry plugged-in appliance with finger
on switch. Be sure switch is off when
plugging in.
8) Don’t Force Appliance - It will do the
job better and with less likelihood of a
risk of injury at the rate for which it was
designed.
9) Don’t overreach - Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
10) Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
appliance when you are tired.
11) Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When
not in use, appliances should be stored
indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
12) Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep
cutting edge sharp and clean for
best performance and to reduce the
risk of injury. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect appliance cord periodically,
and if damaged, have it repaired by
an authorized service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace
if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease.
13) Check Damaged Parts - Before further use
of the appliance, 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.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR BATTERY –
OPERATED GARDENING APPLIANCES
1. The instruction manual for all battery-
operated gardening appliances shall
contain the following or equivalent
instructions:
1) Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet
locations.
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2) Do not use battery-operated appliance in
rain.
3) When replacing batteries, all batteries
should be replaced at the same time.
Mixing fresh and discharged batteries
could increase internal cell pressure
and rupture the discharge battery (ies).
(Applies to products employing more
than one separately replaceable primary
battery.)
4) When inserting batteries into this product,
the proper polarity or direction must be
observed. Reverse insertion of batteries
can result in leakage or explosion. (Applies
to product employing more than one
separately replaceable primary battery.)
5) Avoid Unintentional Starting – Do not
insert battery with finger on switch. Be
sure switch is off when inserting battery.
6) Remove or disconnect battery before
servicing, cleaning or removing material
from the gardening appliance.
2. The instruction manual for all
battery-operated products employing
a detachable or separable battery shall
contain the following or equivalent
instructions:
1) Use only the following type and size
battery(ies): WORX model WA3525 (for
WG160, WG160.1). WA3537 (WG175).
2) Do not dispose of the battery (ies) in a
fire. The cell may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal
instructions.
3) Do not open or mutilate the battery (ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may
be toxic if swallowed.
4) 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.
3. The instruction manual for a battery-
operated gardening appliance employing
a vented wet cell battery supply
intended to be initially or periodically
filled by the user shall include the term
“CAUTION” followed by the following or
equivalent: “The electrolyte is a dilute
sulfuric acid that is harmful to the skin
and eyes. It is electrically conductive
and corrosive. The following procedures
should be observed:
a) Wear full eye protection and protective
clothing.
b) If electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it off
immediately with water.
c) If electrolyte contacts the eyes, flush
thoroughly and immediately with water.
Seek medical attention.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
RULES FOR GRASS
TRIMMERS
1. Keep guards in place and in working order
2. Keep hands and feet away from cutting
area.
3. Do not use heavier lines than
recommended in this manual.
4. Do not unapproved use line materials of
other types – for example, metal wire,
rope, and the like.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Warning
Read the manual
Do not expose to rain or water
Do not burn
Always charge the battery pack
between temperatures 40°F
(4.5°C)-105°F (40.5.°C).
Do not dispose of batteries, return
exhausted batteries to your local
collection or recycling point
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND
PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING
To preserve natural resources,
please recycle or dispose of
batteries properly. This product
contains lithium-ion batteries.
Local, state or federal laws may
prohibit disposal of lithiumion batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority
for information regarding
available recycling and/or
disposal options.
Edging
Trimming
40-105º F
SYMBOLS ASSEMBLY
1. ASSEMBLY OF THE SAFETY GUARD
(See Fig. A)
Remove a screw from the Guard; attach the
Safety Guard to the trimmer head. Align the
Guard so it slides into the slots located on the
trimmer head. Turn the tool over and secure
the Safety Guard onto the trimmer head with
the screw (a) provided.
2. ASSEMBLY OF THE EDGER/TRIMMING
SUPPORT WHEELS (See Fig. B1, B2, B3)
With the tool right side up, slide the Edger/
Trimming Support Wheels (12) assembly onto
the metal plate located on the side of the
Cutting Head (See Fig. B1) or underneath the
Safety Guard (5) (See Fig. B2, B3). Make sure
the grooves of the Edger/Trimming Support
Wheels assembly locks onto the metal plate,
you will hear it click into place.
To remove the wheels assembly, press the
release button (b) on the wheel and pull the
wheels outside.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! The charger and Battery
Pack are specially designed to work
together so do not attempt to use any other
devices. Never insert or allow foreign metallic
objects into your charger or Battery Pack
connections because of electrical failure and
other hazards that will occur.
1. BEFORE USING YOUR CORDLESS
GRASS TRIMMER
Your Battery Pack is UNCHARGED and it
must be fully charged once before it is used.
The battery charger supplied is matched to the
Li-Ion battery for use with this tool. Do not use
another battery charger.
2. CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK
The Li-Ion battery is protected against deep
discharging. When the battery is empty,
the trimmer will switch off by means of a
protective circuit: The trimmer head will stop
rotating.
NOTE: In a warm environment or after heavy
use, the Battery Pack may become too hot to
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permit charging. Allow time for the battery to
cool down before recharging.
3. TO REMOVE OR INSTALL BATTERY
PACK (See Fig. C)
Depress the battery release button to remove
Battery Pack (2) from your trimmer. After
recharging, insert the Battery Pack onto
trimmer’s battery bracket. A simple push and
slight pressure will be sufficient.
4. SAFETY ON/OFF SWITCH (See Fig. D)
The safety switch is locked off to prevent
accidental starting. Depress the Lock Off
Button (9) then depress the On/Off Switch (10)
and release Lock Off Button. Your trimmer is
now on. To switch off, just release the on/off
switch.
WARNING! The cutting head
continues to rotate after the
trimmer has been switched off; wait until
it has completely stopped then lay down
the tool.
5. ADJUSTMENT OF THE TELESCOPIC
SHAFT (See Fig. E)
Step one foot on the Safety Guard, then
use one hand to pull up the Telescopic Shaft
Adjustment Trigger (8), adjust the length of
the Telescopic Shaft to the most comfortable
length. Release the Telescopic Shaft.
Adjustment Trigger to lock in position.
6. MAIN HANDLE ROTATION
(See Fig. F1, F2)
First, hold down the lower housing with your
foot and pull upward on the Upper Shaft (15).
Then rotate the Upper Shaft clockwise 90
degrees (See Fig. F1) and release; the Shaft
will be locked in position automatically (See
Fig. F2).
7. ADJUSTMENT OF AUXILIARY HANDLE
Pull up the Auxiliary Handle Locking Lever (11).
Hold the Locking Lever and rotate the Auxiliary
Handle to the most comfortable and balanced
position (See Fig. G).
Release the lever, your Auxiliary Handle has
been locked.
8. ADJUSTMENT OF THE TRIMMER
HEAD ANGLE TO THE SHAFT
(See Fig. H1, H2 & H3)
WARNING: Make Sure the Safety
Switch is Locked Off to Prevent
Accidental Starting.
To adjust the Upper Shaft angle or convert the
tool from trimming mode and edging mode,
unlock the Pivot Head Locking Knob by hand,
and using adequate force, pull the trimmer
head into the desired position, then lock the
Pivot Head Locking Knob.
9. FLOWER GUARD/EDGER GUIDE
Pull the Flower Guard/Edger Guide out before
trimming, as shown in Fig. I1.
When edging, pull Flower Guard/Edger Guide
out also, and keep to a side (See Fig. I2).
Before trimming or edging make sure the
flower guard is locked firmly in position.
OPERATION
WARNING: Always wear the eye
protection. Never lean over the trimmer
head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or be
thrown into eyes and face and cause
blindness or other serious injury. When
operating unit, check for the following:
Wear eye protection and heavy clothing. Hold
front handle with one hand and Auxiliary
Handle with the other hand. Keep unit below
waist level. Work only from your right to your
left to ensure debris is thrown away from you.
Without bending over, keep line near and
parallel to the ground (perpendicular when
edging) and not crowded into material being
cut.
WARNING: Make sure that line is
fed out before operation. Make
sure motor is up to full speed before
trimming or edging.
WARNING: Only use 0.065”(1.65mm)
diameter cutting line. Other sizes of line
will not feed properly and will result in
improper cutting head function or can cause
serious injury. Do not use other material such
as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can break off
during cutting and become a dangerous
projectile that can cause serious injury.
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