The device starts up and the string rotates.
Note
The unlocking button does not need to be held during
operation.
2. Guide the cutting head parallel to the ground.
3. Guide the device in a semi-circular movement from
left to right over the cutting area.
4. Cut tall grass in several passes, from top to bottom.
Extending the string length during operation
The string on the device wears during mowing and be-
comes shorter due to fraying and being torn off. A string
that is too short will result in unsatisfactory mowing re-
sults.
Note
The string length can be extended during operation.
1. Release the trigger.
2. Press the unlocking button and trigger.
The string extends automatically and is automatical-
ly trimmed to the correct length by the cutting blade.
Illustration I
Note
You must replace the string reel if the string no longer
extends automatically.
Mowing edges
1. Press the swivel head unlocking button and move
the cutting head to the middle position.
Illustration J
2. Pull the shaft unlocking button towards the swivel
head and hold it. Turn the shaft through 180°.
Illustration K
3. Release the shaft unlocking button.
4. Press the trigger unlocking button and the trigger.
5. Mow the edge regions.
Illustration L
Removing the battery packs
Note
During longer work breaks, remove the battery packs
from the device and secure them against unauthorised
use.
1. Release both battery packs by pressing the unlock-
ing button and remove them from the device.
Illustration M
Ending operation
1. Remove the battery pack from the device (see
Chapter Removing the battery packs).
2. Clean the device (see Chapter Cleaning the de-
vice).
Transport
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transporta-
tion.
1. Remove the battery packs (see Chapter Removing
the battery packs).
2. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over
when transporting in vehicles.
WARNING
Switch the device off, allow it to cool down and remove
the battery pack before storage or transportation.
Always clean the device before putting it into storage
(see Chapter Cleaning the device).
1. Release the telescoping collar and press the shaft
sections together.
Illustration D
2. Tighten the telescoping collar.
3. Press the swivel head unlocking button and fold the
swivel head in as far as possible.
4. Store the device in a dry, well ventilated location.
Keep away from corrosive substances such as gar-
den chemicals and defrosting salt. Do not store the
device outdoors.
Care and maintenance
CAUTION
Uncontrolled startup
Cutting injuries
Remove the battery packs from the device before all
work on the device.
CAUTION
Risk of injury from sharp blades
Wear safety goggles and protective gloves when work-
ing on the device.
Cleaning the device
1. Remove any remaining cutting residue from the
string guard and the cutting head.
2. Clean the device components with a damp cloth if
required.
3. Clean the front and rear battery pack mount and
electric contacts of dirt and foreign bodies regularly.
Replacing the cutting tool
Replacing the string reel
1. Press the unlocking buttons on both sides and re-
move the cover.
Illustration N
2. Remove the old string reel.
Illustration O
3. Fit the new string reel.
4. Guide the new trimmer string through the opening in
the housing.
Illustration P
5. Fit the cover until it latches into place on both sides.
6. Adjust the string length (see Chapter Adjusting the
string length).
Replacing the trimmer knife
1. Press the unlocking buttons on both sides and re-
move the cover.
Illustration N
2. Remove the string reel.
Illustration O
3. Fit the new trimmer knife into the support. Note the
correct position via the marking.
Illustration Q
English
Storage
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