GreenWorks 21262 Owner's Manual

GreenWorks 21262 Owner's Manual

20v lithium-ion cordless string trimmer

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20V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER
21262
Some Greenworks Lithium-Ion products are
sold with or without battery and charger.
To order:
Battery (Sold Separately)
(2Ah Model#29332)
Charger (Sold Separately) (Model#29372)
Owner's Manual
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
(888.909.6757)
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.

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  • Page 1 20V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER 21262 Some Greenworks Lithium-Ion products are sold with or without battery and charger. To order: Battery (Sold Separately) (2Ah Model#29332) Charger (Sold Separately) (Model#29372) Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents ..........................2 Product specifications ......................2 General safety rules ......................3-5 Symbols ..........................6-7 Know your string trimmer ..................... 8 Assembly instruction ....................... 9-12 Operation ........................13-14 Maintance..........................15 Environmentally safe battery disposal...................16 Troubleshooting..........................17 Warranty ..........................18 Exploded View ........................19 Parts List..........................
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAfETy RULES W A R N I N G Read and understand all instructions before using this product. failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
  • Page 4 • Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the gardening appliance. • Use only Greenworks 20v Lithium-Ion Batteries. • Store idle appliances - When not in use, string trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the reach of children.
  • Page 5: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAfETy RULES • Do not point the string trimmer in the direction of people or pets. • When not in use, string trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children. • Maintain tool with care. Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance. follow instructions for proper maintenance.
  • 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. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz frequency (cycles per second)
  • Page 7: Symbols

    SyMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 8: Know Your String Trimmer

    KNOW yOUR STRING TRIMMER Trigger switch Auxiliary handle Battery pack Twist-to-Edge coupler Adjust button Protective guard Edging guide Fig. 1 Cutting spool KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER (See Figure 1.) The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
  • Page 9: Assembly Instruction

    ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTION W A R N I N G To avoid injury and to reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire: • Replace the battery pack or charger immediately if the battery case or charger cord is damaged. • Always make sure the string trimmer switch is Off before inserting or removing the battery pack.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTION AUXILIARY HANDLE ( See Figure 3.) W A R N I N G To avoid injury, adjust the auxiliary handle for optimum control and balance. Do not overreach when operating grass trimmer/edger. Keep proper balance atall times for better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTION To replace the spool: 1. Replace the spool (1) with a new pre-wound spool. 2. Insert the end of line through the opening (4) in the spool housing (3). 3. Align the tabs on the spool cover with the slots in the spool housing on the trimmer head. 4.
  • Page 12: Assembly Instruction

    ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTION BATTERY IMPORTANT! The battery pack is not charged when it is purchased. Before using the trimmer for the first time, place the battery pack in the battery charger and charge for 24 hours. Make sure to read all safety precautions, and follow the instructions in the Battery Charger section. With regular use, it will need shorter charging time.
  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION W A R N I N G To avoid injury: • Do not squeeze the trigger while the grass trimmer/edger is inverted. • Do not carry the grass trimmer/edger with your finger on the switch. Avoid unintentional starting. To Turn On/Off: ( See Figure 6.) 1.
  • Page 14 OPERATION Fig. 8 Trimmer Tips Before each use • Make sure the protective guard is tightly installed. Tighten the guard screw. • Make sure the battery is fully charged and that the charger is disconnected before using or storing the trimmer. •...
  • Page 15: Maintance

    MAINTANCE W A R N I N G In order to avoid personal injury and the risk of fire and electric shock, remove the battery pack before adjusting, inspecting, or cleaning the string trimmer. Cleaning Remove the battery pack. 1. Brush or blow dust and debris out of the air vents using compressed air or a vacuum. Keep the air vents free of obstructions, sawdust, and wood chips.
  • Page 16: Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal

    ENVIRONMENTALLy SAfE BATTERy DISPOSAL The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this string trimmer battery pack: Lithium, a toxic material. W A R N I N G All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor fails to start Battery is not secure. To secure the battery pack, make sure when switch trigger the latches on the top of the battery pack is depressed. snap into place. Battery is not charged. Charge the battery pack according to the instructions included with your model.
  • Page 18: Warranty

    (4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
  • Page 19: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW...
  • Page 20: Parts List

    PARTS LIST...
  • Page 21: Notes

    NOTES...
  • Page 22 TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Rev: 00 (01-12-13) Printed in China on 100% Recycled Paper...

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