WORX WG163 Trimmer Manual

OVERVIEW

1. LOCK OFF BUTTON
2. REAR HANDLE
3. ON/OFF SWITCH
4. BATTERY PACK *
5. HANDLE UNLOCK BUTTON
6. UPPER SHAFT
7. LOCKING COLLAR
8. LOWER SHAFT
9. SAFETY GUARD
10. FLOWER GUARD
11. AUXILIARY HANDLE
12. COMMAND FEED BUTTON
13. EDGER WHEEL
14. LINE CUTTER

* Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

TECHNICAL DATA

*Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.

ACCESSORIES

Only use the appropriate accessories intended for this tool. Accessory information can be found on the product packaging, at a WORX dealer or on our website at www.worx.com or by calling 1-866-354WORX(9679).

any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

Read all instructions.

This product maybe contains lead, phthalate or other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Please wash your hands after use.

FOR ALL APPLIANCES

1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Don't Use In Rain.
3. Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
4. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Wear protective clothing; use of rubber gloves, long pants, long sleeved shirt and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5. Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
7. Don't Force Appliance - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
8. Don't overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
9. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
10. Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
11. Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
12. Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

FOR ALL BATTERY – OPERATED GARDENING APPLIANCES

1. For all battery-operated gardening appliances
   1. Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet locations.
   2. Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
      Always remove or disconnect battery pack before adjusting, cleaning, servicing or transporting the lawn trimmer.
2. For all battery-operated products employing a detachable or separable battery:
   1. Use only the following type and size battery(ies):
      WA3525 / WA3520
   2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
   3. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
   4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
3. Avoid unintentional starting – Do not insert the battery with your finger on the switch. Be sure the switch is off when inserting the battery.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR LAWN TRIMMER AND EDGE TRIMMER

1. Keep guards in place and in good working order.
2. Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
3. Do not use heavier lines than recommended in this manual.
4. Do not use line materials of other types – for example, metal wire, rope, and the like.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

1. 
   Risk of fire and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or incinerate. Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
2. Dispose of used battery promptly.. When disposing of secondary cells or batteries, keep cells or batteries of different electrochemical systems separate from each other.
3. Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use.
4. Never put batteries in mouth. If swallowed, contact your physician or local poison control center.
5. 
   The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Replace battery with ( WORX ) only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion
6. 
   Do not use a visibly damaged battery pack or appliance as applicable.
7. 
   Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack as applicable.
8. BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED
9. Do not short-circuit a cell or battery. Do not store cells or batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may shortcircuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive materials.
10. Do not subject cells or batteries to mechanical shock.
11. Keep cells and batteries clean and dry.
    Wipe the cell or battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
12. Do not maintain secondary cells and batteries on charge when not in use.
13. Retain the original cell and battery literature for future reference.
14. Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment. Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer's instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions.
15. When possible, remove the battery from the equipment when not in use.
16. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
17. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
18. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
19. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SYMBOLS

	To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual
	Wear ear protection
	Wear eye protection
	To avoid possibility of electric shock, do not use in damp or wet conditions
	Keep all other people, including children, pets and bystanders outside the 50 feet (15 meters) hazard zone, stop the trimmer immediately if you are approached.
	Li-Ion battery. Separate collection, and battery must be recycled
	POSITEC Inc. has established a partnership with the RBRC Corporation to recycle any Positec batteries with the RBRC-call2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash. After the batteries' life cycle is ended, then please call 1-800-822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery.
	Edging
	Trimming
	Lock
	Unlock
	Make sure the battery is removed prior to changing accessories

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

The charger and battery pack are specially designed to work together so do not attempt to use any other devices. Never insert or allow metallic objects into your charger or battery pack connections because of an electrical failure and hazard will occur.

1. Automatic line feed system
   When initially switching on the trimmer, a small length of line is fed out. Each time the tool is started from rest it will advance about 0.25 inches of trimmer line.
   A 'clattering' noise will be heard when the lines hit the Line Cutter. DO NOT BE ALARMED. This is quite normal. After about 5 seconds the line will be cut to the correct length and the noise will reduce as the motor gains full speed.
   If the noise of the line being cut can't be heard, more line will need to be fed out.
   To feed more line, it is first necessary to allow the trimmer to stop completely; it must come to a complete rest, then restart, allowing the motor to reach full speed.
   Repeat above until you hear the line hitting against the Line Cutter.
2. (See Fig. L)
   Your trimmer is equipped with a Command Feed System. For efficiently feeding the line, just press the command feed button while the machine is running until you hear the 'clattering' noise of the line cutting. The motor will shut off when pressing the Command Feed button and will restart when releasing the button. During that process the line will automatically feed additional line for cutting.
3. Manually feeding the line (See Fig. M)
   Turn off the trimmer and remove the battery. If required, line can be fed out manually. To operate, press and release manual Line Feed Button, while gently pulling out the line until it is long enough to reach the Line Cutter. If the line extends past the Line Cutter, too much line has been fed out. If too much line is fed out, remove the Spool Cap and turn Spool counter-clockwise until the line is at the desired length.
4. Manually winding the line ( See Fig. O1, O2, O3, O4)
   Take approximately 10ft (3m) of line. Insert 5/8 inch (15mm) of line into the Spool holes and wind line in the direction of the arrows on the top of the Spool. Leave approximately 4 inches (100mm) of line unwound and place into the cleat. Ensure that the line is neatly coiled on the Spool. Failure to do so will impair the efficiency of the automatic line feed. Then fit the Spool as shown in Fig. N1, N2, N3

MAINTENANCE

After use, disconnect the battery from the tool and check for damage.
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication or maintenance. There are no user serviceable parts in your power tool. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store your power tool in a dry room temperature location. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working controls free of dust.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The following table gives problems and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly. If these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your WORX Customer Service at 1-866-354-WORX.

Switch the machine off and remove the battery prior to any troubleshooting.

LITHIUM ION BATTERY
Do Not Load or Transport Package if Damaged
For more information, call
Within USA and Canada: 1-800-424-9300
Outside USA and Canada: +1-703-741-5970
Non Emergency: 855-694-2388

HELPLINE NUMBER
1-866-354-WORX (9679)

www.worx.com
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References

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