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ITEM # 1438127
40 V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS
STRING TRIMMER
MODEL #KST 4040X-06
Español p. 22
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST,
Monday - Friday.
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- Page 1 ITEM # 1438127 40 V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER MODEL #KST 4040X-06 Español p. 22 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Specifications......................2 Package Contents.........................3 Hardware Contents......................4 Symbols..........................5 Safety Information.........................7 Preparation ......................... 10 Assembly Instructions ......................11 Operating Instructions......................16 Care and Maintenance......................18 Troubleshooting........................19 Warranty ..........................20 Replacement Parts List.......................21 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Type Cordless, battery-powered Speed 6500 / 5500 RPM ±... -
Page 3: Package Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY Spool Battery Release Button (preassembled to Spool Trigger Housing) Lock-off Lever Eyelet Speed Switch (preassembled to Spool Front/Auxiliary Handle Housing) Coupler Spool Housing Guard (preassembled to Lower Tube) Attachment knob Bump knob Upper Tube Battery Lower Tube... -
Page 4: Hardware Contents
HARDWARE CONTENTS (not shown actual size) Screw Bolt (preassembled Fastening Knob to the Guard (H)) Qty. 1 Qty. 1 Qty. 4 Bracket Cutting Line (10 ft) Qty. 1 Qty. 1... -
Page 5: Symbols
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their mean- ing. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOLS DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz... - Page 6 SYMBOLS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not DANGER avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not WARNING avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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Page 7: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. - Page 8 Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the gardening appliance. • Use only Kobalt 40-volt batteries. (KB 240-06, KB 440-06, KB 245-06, KB 540-06, KB 640-06). • Use only Kobalt 40-volt charger. (KRC 40-06, KRC 60-06).
- Page 9 SAFETY INFORMATION • 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. •...
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Page 10: Preparation
PREPARATION Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assem- ble the product. Estimated Assembly Time: 5 - 10 minutes ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid injury and to reduce the risk of electical shock or fire:... -
Page 11: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2. Connect upper/lower trimmer tubes a. Loosen the attachment knob (I) on the coupler. Release b. Push in the release button located on the lower button tube (K). Align the release button with the Positioning positioning hole on the upper tube (J) and slide the hole two tubes together. - Page 12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting line A spool of cutting line is pre-installed on the trimmer. When the cutting line needs replacing, rewind new line onto existing spool. CAUTION: To avoid injury, always remove the battery before installing the guard, changing a cutting line, or making any adjustments.
- Page 13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5. To Install the cutting line Note: For 0.080 in. (2.0 mm) nylon line, do not put Slots more than 13 feet of cutting line in at a time. For 0.095 in. (2.4 mm) nylon line, do not put more than 10 feet of cutting line in at a time.
- Page 14 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 6. To replace the bump knob a. Remove the battery pack. b. Turn the string trimmer over to access the spool. c. Remove the spool cover (L) by pressing on the two tabs parallel to each other on the sides of the spool cover (L).
- Page 15 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Battery IMPORTANT: The battery is not charged when it is purchased. Before using the trimmer for the first time, place the battery in the battery charger and charge. 7. To install: a. Align the battery (Q) with the cavity in the string trimmer housing.
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Page 16: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid injury: • Do not squeeze the trigger while the grass trimmer/edger is inverted. • Do not carry the grass trimmer/edger with your finger on the switch. Avoid unintentional starting. 1. To turn on/off: a. Slide the speed switch (D) to the desired operating speed. - Page 17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Trimmer tips Before each use: • Make sure the protective guard is tightly installed. If not, tighten the guard screws. • Before trimming, inspect the area for string, wire, branches or other material that may become entangled in the cutting line and thrown. Storage tips: •...
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Page 18: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Trimmer Guard and Motor Maintenance Note: Before performing maintenance, remove battery from the tool. 1. Remove dirt and debris from guard using a paint brush (not included). 2. Clean line cutter blades by using a wire brush and spraying with an appropriate degreaser. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
If you still have questions or an unresolved issue after going through this troubleshooting guide, or just want to speak to a Kobalt product expert, please call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Friday. -
Page 20: Warranty
This Kobalt 40 V String Trimmer is warranted to the original purchaser from the original purchase date for five (5) years subject to the warranty coverage described herein. This Kobalt 40 V String Trimmer is warranted for the original user to be free from defects in material and workmanship. -
Page 21: Replacement Parts List
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday. PART DESCRIPTION PART # Fastening knob 341201444 Bolt 322051444 Front/auxiliary handle 341191444A Bracket 33304877B Attachment knob 341111437AB Guard C1101015-00 String head...