Operation Tips; Cutting Tips; Maintenance; General Information - Powerworks P48ST8 Manual Del Operario

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diminishes. This will maintain best performance and
keep line long enough to advance properly.
4.7

OPERATION TIPS

Figure 10.
Keep clearance between the body and the machine.
Do not operate the machine without guard in place.
Do these tips when you use the machine
• Keep the machine connected to the correctly worn
harness.
• Keep a firm hold with the two hands on the machine
while you operate the machine.
• Cut tall grass from the top down.
If grass winds around the trimmer head:
• Remove the battery pack.
• Remove the grass.
4.8

CUTTING TIPS

Figure 11.
• Tilt the machine toward the area to be cut. Use the
tip of the cutting line to cut grass.
• Move the machine from right to left to prevent
thrown debris toward the operator.
• Do not cut in the dangerous area.
• Do not force the trimmer head into uncut grass.
• Wire and picket fences cause cutting line wear and
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood
can wear the cutting line quickly.
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MAINTENANCE

Read and understand the safety regulations and the
maintenance instructions before you clean, repair or
do the maintenance work on the machine.
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight.
Examine regularly that you install the handles tightly.
Use only the replacement parts and accessories of the
initial manufacturer.
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5.1

GENERAL INFORMATION

Only your dealer or approved service center can do
the maintenance that is not given in this manual.
Before the maintenance operations:
• Stop the machine.
• Remove the battery pack.
• Cool the motor.
• Store the machine in cool and dry place.
• Use correct clothing, protective gloves and safety
glasses.
5.2

CLEAN THE MACHINE

• Clean the machine after use with a moist cloth
dipped in neutral detergent.
• Do not use aggressive detergents or solvents to
clean the plastic parts or handles.
• Keep the trimmer head free of grass, leaves, or
excessive grease.
• Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid
overheating and damage to the motor or the battery.
• Do not spray water onto the motor and electrical
components.
5.3

REPLACE THE SPOOL

Figure 12 - 17.
1. Push the tabs on the sides of the trimmer head at
the same time.
2. Pull and remove the spool cover.
3. Remove the remaining spool.
4. Put the spool in the spool cover.
Make sure that the cutting line is in the slot on the new
spool, and is extended approximately 15 cm before
you install the new spool.
5. Put the ends of the cutting lines through the holes.
6. Extend the cutting line to release it from the guide
slot in the spool.
7. Install the spool and spool cover onto the trimmer
head.
8. Push the spool cover until it clicks into position.
5.4

REPLACE THE CUTTING LINE

Figure 18.
Remove the remaining cutting line on the spool.
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