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To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. C)
Some STANLEY FATMAX battery packs include a fuel gauge
which consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button
. A combination of the three green LED lights will
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illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level of
charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
nOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
Joining Trimmer Head Module to Handle
Module (Fig. A, D)
Combining the handle module (
module (
) creates a pole trimmer that is approximately 6' (1.8
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m).
1. Align the groove on the outside of the coupling end of the
handle module (
) with the tongue on the inside of the
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coupling end of the trimmer head module (
2. Slide the threaded sleeve (
down as far as possible and rotate the sleeve clockwise until
it stops and completely covers the orange threads.
WARNING: Always check to make sure that the sleeve is
completely threaded on and that the threads are no longer
visible. Not threading the sleeve completely on could
result in the modules becoming disconnected creating a
hazardous condition. Periodically check the connections to
insure that no threads are visible.
Detaching Trimmer Head Module (Fig. D)
WARNING: Sharp moving blade. To prevent accidental
operation, insure that battery is disconnected from the
handle before performing the following operations. Failure
to do this could result in serious personal injury.
When detaching the modules rest the handle module
on the ground and grasp the center of the trimmer head
module
with one hand. Use your other hand to loosen the
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threaded sleeve and then pull the two halves apart.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
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and firmly pull the battery pack
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) to the trimmer head
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) .
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) on the trimmer head module
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. D)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the illustrations in this
manual, with one hand on the switch handle
on the foam gripper
( .
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Pivoting the Trimmer Head (Fig. A, E)
The trimmer head pivots 180° and can be locked into 5
different positions within that range. To avoid being pinched,
wear gloves.
1. Press in on the locking latch
2. Lock the trimmer head into any of the 5 positions. Check
to make sure that trimmer head is locked into position by
trying to move the motor housing. If it is not locked, rotate it
to the closest lock position.
Switch (Fig. A)
To turn the tool ON pull the lock button
thumb and then squeeze the trigger
running you can release the lock button.) To turn the tool OFF,
release the trigger.
Trimming Instructions (Fig. A, F, G)
DANGER: KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES.
WARNING: To guard against injury, observe the
following:
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READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING. SAVE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
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Check the hedge for foreign objects such as wires or
fences before each use.
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KEEP HANDS ON HANDLES. DON'T OVERREACH.
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DO NOT USE UNDER WET CONDITIONS.
CAUTION: BLADE MAY COAST AFTER TURN OFF.
nOTE: Jamming the blade on large branches can
cause damage.
and one hand
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and raise the trimmer head.
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back with your
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. (Once the tool is
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