Yardworks 060-2288-0 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 ELECTRIC GRASS TRIMMER 060-2288-0 Owner's Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-866-523-5218 WARNING: Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using this product.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Technical Data....................2 General Safety rules ................3-4 Specific Safety Rules..................5 Symbols .....................6 Electrical information ................7-8 Know your trimmer ..................9 Assembly and Adjustment..............10-13 Operation ....................14-17 Maintenance .....................18 Troubleshooting ..................19 Warranty ....................20 Parts list ....................21-22 Technical Data Input ..............120 V AC, 60 Hz, 3.7 A Feed..................
Page 3: General Safety Rules
General Safety Rules Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use your grass trimmer. WARNING: TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE GRASS TRIMMER UNTIL THE FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD. 1.
Page 4 General Safety Rules - continued 12. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. 13. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation.
Page 5: Specific Safety Rules
Specific Safety Rules for Grass Trimmers 1. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with using the grass trimmer, obtain advice from a qualified person. 2. MAKE SURE wiring codes and recommended electrical connections are observed. The grass trimmer is double insulated. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Page 6: Symbols
Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SY M BOL NAME DE SIGNATI ON/EX PL ANATI ON Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Page 7: Electrical Information
Electrical Information WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRICAL HAZARDS, FIRE HAZARDS, OR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL, USE PROPER CIRCUIT PROTECTION. YOUR GRASS TRIMMER IS WIRED AT THE FACTORY FOR 120 V OPERATION. CONNECT TO A 120 V, 15 A CIRCUIT, AND USE A 15 A TIME-DELAYED FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER.
Page 8: Electrical Information
Electrical Information - continued CAUTION! ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT YOUR OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF UNCERTAIN, HAVE IT CHECKED BY A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN. WARNING: THIS GRASS TRIMMER IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS. GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
Page 9: Know Your Trimmer
Know Your Grass Trimmer REAR HANDLE SWITCH CORD TRIGGER RETAINER FRONT HANDLE SPLIT BOOM EDGER GUIDE GRASS DEFLECTOR Fig. 1...
Page 10: Assembly And Adjustment
Assembly and Adjustments UNPACKING This product requires assembly. • 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.
Page 11 The Cutting Line (Fig. 4 A double-wound spool of monofilament cutting line is pre-installed on the grass trimmer. When the cutting line needs replacing, install a new spool. Use YARDWORKS 60-2269-6 replacement spools. To remove the spool: 1. Unplug the extension cord.
Page 12 Assembly and Adjustments - continued To refill the spool (Fig. 5): If you are unable to purchase a new pre-wound spool, you may purchase 0.065” (1.65 mm) nylon monofilament cutting line and refill the spool that was supplied with your grass trimmer. 1.
Page 13: Assembly And Adjustment
Assembly and Adjustments - continued Assembling and adjusting the Auxiliary handle (Fig.6) 1. Position auxiliary handle (1)onto the upper portion of the trimmer shaft by sliding over shaft. 2. Once auxiliary handle is in the desired in use position tighten the knob (2) until locked into position.
Page 14: Operation
Operation WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating products. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
Page 15 Operation SWITCH TRIGGER ATTACH OUTLET END OF EXTENSION CORD HERE Fig. 8 Fig. 7 PROPER OPERATING POSITION CORD WRAP OUTLET Fig. 10 Fig. 9...
Page 16 Operation WARNING: Always hold the string trimmer away from the body keeping clearance between the body and the string trimmer. Any contact with the string trimmer cutting head while operating can result in serious personal injury. ADVANCING STRINGS NOTE:The trimmer is equipped with an autofeed head. Bumping the head to try to advance the line will damage trimmer and void warranty.
Page 17 Operation SPLIT BOOM (Fig.12) • The trimmer can be splitted when you pack. • Press spring button, then connect up and down boom. DANGEROUS CUTTI N G AREA DIRECTION SPLIT BOOM COUPLER R OTATION BEST CUTTING AREA Fig. 11 Fig. 12...
Page 18: Maintenance
Keep the vents free of obstruction. Cutting Line Replace the cutting line only with nylon monofilament line on pre-wound spools. Always wind the line in the same direction as the arrow on the spool. Use YARDWORKS 60-2269-6 replacement spools.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Strings will not advance when 1. Strings are welded to themselves. 1. Lubricate with silicone spray. using the Auto Feed Head: 2. Install more string. Refer to String Replacement 2. Not enough string on spool. earlier in this manual.
Page 20: Warranty
WARRANTY For TWO YEARS from the date of purchase within Canada, YARDWORKS CANADA will, at its option, repair or replace for the original purchaser, free or charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover: 1.
Page 22 Item No. Part No. Description Wire holder 3410801 Screw 3220505 Switch holder 3410313-4 Switch spring 33401178 Mirco switch 36303152 Handle assembly 3130285-1 Inner plug 3640185 Cord protector 3410182 Up tube 33901374 Tube coupler 34101333 Nut M6 3290205 Down tube 33902374 Screw 3220313 Screw...