Stanley FATMAX V20 SFMCST933 Instructions Manual page 14

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release the lock off button. To turn the appliance off, release the
On/Off trigger.
Speed Control Switch (Fig. A)
This string trimmer gives you the choice to operate at a
more efficient speed to extend the runtime for larger jobs, or
accelerate the trimmer speed for high- performance cutting.
To extend runtime, pull the speed control switch back toward
the battery housing into the "LO" position. This mode is best
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for larger projects that require more time to complete.
To accelerate the trimmer, push the speed control switch
forward toward the auxillary handle
This mode is best to cut through heavier growth and for
applications that need higher RPM.
nOTE: When in "HI" mode, runtime will be decreased as
compared to when trimmer is in "LO" mode.
Trimming (Fig. H, I)
With the trimmer on, angle it and swing side to side as shown
in Figure H.
Maintain a cutting angle of 5° to 10° as shown in Figure I. Do not
exceed 10°. Cut with the tip of the line.
Maintain a minimum distance of 610 mm between the guard
and your feet as shown in Figure I.
Convert to Edging Mode (Fig. J)

CAUTION:
used when in the edging mode.
The trimmer can be used in trimming mode or edging mode to
trim overhanging grass along lawn edges and flower beds. To
convert the trimmer to edging mode:
1. Remove the battery from the trimmer.
2. Grasp the turn-to-edge collar
in Figure J.
3. Rotate the turn-to-edge collar 180° counterclockwise as
shown in Figure J., until the handle snaps back into the
upper half of the trimmer.
4. To return to trimming position, pull the turn-to-edge
collar up and rotate the head clockwise back to its original
position.
nOTE: You will experience faster than normal cutting line wear
if the trimmer line is positioned directly over the sidewalk or
abrasive surface.
Edging Mode Operation (Fig. A, H)

WARNING:
stones, pieces of metal and other objects can be thrown
out at high speed by the line. The trimmer and guard are
designed to reduce the danger.
However, MAKE SURE that other persons and pets are at least
100' (30 m) away. Optimum cutting results are achieved on
edges deeper than 50 mm.
• Do not use this trimmer to create trenches.
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into the "HI" position.
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The wire edge guide should only be
and pull down as shown
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When being used as an edger,
• Using the wire edge guide
• Position the wire edge guide on the edge of the sidewalk or
abrasive surface so the cutting line is over the grass or dirt
area to be edged.
• To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the trimmer.
Helpful Cutting Tips (Fig. K)
• Use the tip of the string to do the cutting; do not force string
head into uncut grass. Use edge guide along such things as
fences, houses and flower beds for best practices.
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• Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may wear
string rapidly.
• Do not allow spool cap
other surfaces.
• In long growth, cut from the top down and do not exceed
305 mm high.
• Keep trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the
best cutting area.
• The trimmer cuts when passing the unit from the left to
right. This will avoid throwing debris at the operator.
• Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,
and fence posts can easily be damaged by the string.
Cutting Line/Line Feeding
Your trimmer uses 1.65 mm diameter, ROUND nylon line. During
use, the tips of the nylon lines will become frayed and worn and
the special self feeding spool will automatically feed and trim
a fresh length of line. Cutting line will wear faster and require
more feeding if the cutting or edging is done along sidewalks
or other abrasive surfaces or heavier weeds are being cut. The
advanced automatic line feeding mechanism senses when more
cutting line is needed and feeds and trims the correct length
of line whenever it's required. Do not bump unit on ground in
attempt to feed line or for any other purposes.
Clearing Jams and Tangled Line (Fig. K)

WARNING:
trimmer before making any assembly, adjustments or
changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
From time to time, especially when cutting thick or stalky
weeds, the line feeding hub may become clogged with sap or
other material and the line will become jammed as a result. To
clear the jam, follow the steps listed below.

CAUTION:
cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade, cut it off
so that it just reaches the blade.
1. Remove the battery from the trimmer.
2. Press the release tabs
the spool cap from the spool housing
3. Pull the nylon line spool out and clear any broken line or
cutting debris from the spool area.
, guide the trimmer.
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to drag on ground or
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Remove the battery from the
To avoid appliance damage, if the
on the spool cap , and remove
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(Figure K).
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