TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .......................... 2 General Safety Rules......................3 ......................4 Symbols ..........................4 - 5 Features ..........................6 Assembly .......................... 7- 9 Operation ........................10 -13 Maintenance........................14 Warranty ..........................1 5 INTRODUCTION This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, per- formance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES W A R N I N G Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS • Read these instructions and the instructions for the power head thoroughly before using the straight shaft trimmer attachment.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES • Never operate string trimmer without the grass deflector in place and in good condition. • Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. • Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with the string head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
FEATURES KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT See Figure 1. HANGER CAP TRIMMER SHAFT GEAR HEAD GRASS DEFLECTOR STRING HEAD Fig.1 The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. • Carefully remove the items 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. •...
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ASSEMBLY WING SCREW SLOT GRASS DEFLECTOR Fig.2 JOINING THE POWER HEAD TO THE STRAIGHT SHAFT TRIMMER ATTACHMENT See Figure 3. POWER HEAD SHAFT POSITIONING HOLE KNOB ATTACHMENT SHAFT Fig.3...
ASSEMBLY W A R N I N G Never attach or adjust any attachment while power head is running. Failure to stop the motor may cause serious personal injury. The straight shaft trimmer attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device •...
OPERATION W A R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless W A R N I N G Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields that comply with ANSI Z87.1 when operating power tools.
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OPERATION Fig.4 Fig.5 LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF BLADE See Figure 6. The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-off blade on the grass deflector. Replace the string when trimming efficiency diminishes. This will maintain best performance. CUT-OFF BLADE Fig.6...
OPERATION OPERATING THE TRIMMER See Figure 7. Fig.7 Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. position with the rear handle about hip height. Cut tall grass from the top down. This will prevent grass from wrapping around the shaft housing and string head which could cause damage from overheating.
OPERATION CUTTING TIPS See Figures 8 - 9. DANGEROUS CUTTING AREA DIRECTION OF ROTATION BEST CUTTING AREA Fig.8 • Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from your body. (Proper operating position • Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. •...
MAINTENANCE W A R N I N G Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine remove power cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
(4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
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