Operating Tips - Yardworks 060-3808-8 Operator's Manual

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OPERATING TIPS

• Set the initial cut depth at 1" (2.5 cm) .
• Before starting the edger, line up the tool so the edger guide lines up against the edge of
the paved surface. Both rear wheels should be on the paved surface when edging.
• To avoid kickbacks, press the handle down so the blade is above the guard.
• Turn the switch ON and allow the blade to spin without moving the tool.
• Slowly lift the handle to lower the blade. Find the edge of the paved surface and start
edging. Then, move the tool forward slowly along the edge of the paved surface, keeping
the edge guide lined up against the pavement edge.
For the first edging of each season, it is best to move forward slowly because
thickest. Subsequent edging will be completed more rapidly. If the tool slows down, back
it up an inch or two (2.5 or 5 cm) until the blade comes up to normal speed. During edging,
some sparks may be generated from hitting stones: this is normal. Do not attempt to edge
when the grass or the soil is wet or moist for electrical safety and to prevent clogging of the
blade chamber. If you must edge under conditions that cause the blade chamber to become
clogged, release the trigger, wait for the blade to come to complete stop, UNPLUG THE
TOOL, open the door and remove the clogged material with a stick. To continue to operate
the tool in a clogged condition will seriously overload the motor.
! WARNING: Make sure that other people and pets are at
lease 100' (30 m) away from the work area.
! WARNING: Before landscaping or trenching, inspect and
ensure there are no exposed or buried cables, pipes or
other objects that may create a hazard or interfere with
operating the edger. Set depth to only that required for the
job. Do not overload. If the tool slows down, back up slightly
and wait until the blade comes back up to its normal speed.
! WARNING: Do not attempt to unclog the blade chamber
by dropping or tapping the tool on the ground. This can
damage the unit. Keep hands clear of the edge guide
and blade when cleaning as these wear to a very sharp
point during edging.
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NOTE: The edger requires a lot of power and should
not be operated simultaneously with other tools or
utilities on the same household circuit.
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NOTE: When there is Heavy overgrowth of grass over
the paved surface may drag on the guard. An initial
cut may be require to reduce the depth at cut.
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