Scotts LST01324S Operator's Manual page 5

UNPACKING
This product requires some assembly. (Phillips Head screwdriver)
PACKING LIST
- String Trimmer
- Safety Guard
- Charger and Battery Pack
- Operator's Manual
WARNING: Do not install battery until assembly is complete.
Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible
serious personal injury.
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories 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.
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully
inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-618-7474
for assistance.
ATTACHING THE GUARD
Assemble the guard as shown below by inserting it to the slot of the
head of the motor housing. Using a Phillips screw driver, secure the
one (1) screw into the guard and motor housing. Remove blade
guard.
WARNING: Do not operate the trimmer without the guard attached.
TO TURN THE TOOL ON
Push the lock button in with your thumb and then squeeze the
trigger with your fingers. (Once the tool is running, you can release
the lock button). To turn the tool OFF, release the trigger.
Before you start the unit, make sure the trimmer is not contacting
any object.
WARNING: Stones, pieces of metal and other objects can be thrown
out at high speed by the line. The unit and guard are designed to
reduce the danger.
ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE
Position at a comfortable working height and
secure with the wing nut.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The overall height of the trimmer can be adjusted. Release the
clamp on the tube. The tubes can then be adjusted shorter or
longer. When the desired height is achieved, lock in place with the
clamp.
CUTTING WIDTH ADJUSTMENT
Cutting width can be adjusted to 11" or 13" by positioning the line
cutting blade as shown.
Safety Guard
Blade
Guard
OPERATING
WARNING: To guard against injury, observe the following:
If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop tool
immediately, check for damage and have any damage repaired
before further operation is attempted. Do not
operate with a broken hub or spool.
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Position on inside
position for 11"cut
Read instruction manual before using, save instruction
manual.
Keep hands away from lines.
Keep hands on handles. Don't overreach.
Position on outside
position for 13"cut