Cub Cadet CCR400 User manual

GasLessTM Trimmer
CCT400
Instruction Manual
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Power Cell: 20 Volt high energy Li-Ion CFC6500
Charger: Rapid charger CRC8000
Trimmer Mechanism: Bump Head
Trimming Line Diameter: 0.095 in. (2.41 mm)
Weight: (without Power Cell) 8 Lbs
Weight: (with Power Cell) 11 Lbs
Need Assistance?
For assistance regarding the assembly, operation or maintenance
of the unit, please call 1-877-282-8684 (in the United States) or
1-800-668-1238 (in Canada). Additional information can be
found at www.cubcadet.com (in the United States) or
www.cubcadet.ca (in Canada).
BC
769-11427 / 00 01/16

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
General safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
General power tool safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Specific safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Power Cell and charger safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–13
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Assembly and operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16–22
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-26
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . *
* Please refer to the separate Warranty Supplement.

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this
manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
This instruction manual includes the following:
• General Safety Rules
• Specific Safety Rules and Symbols
• Functional Description
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Accessories
WARNING: Retain this manual for future reference.
Provide this manual to all operators and be certain that they have
read and understand all the Safety Rules and Operating Instructions prior
to their using this tool.
EYE AND FACIAL PROTECTION
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH
THE MOST RECENT ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 SAFETY
STANDARDS.
FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage. Prescription
eyeglasses ARE NOT a replacement for proper eye protection. The
usage of a safety standard compliant face shield placed over
proper safety glasses or goggles can reduce the risk of facial injury.
WARNING: Non-compliant eyewear can cause serious injury
if broken during the operation of a power tool.

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Please register your product online at www.cubcadet.com (in the United
States) or www.cubcadet.ca (in Canada).
WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection.
The charger for this tool is wired at the factory for 120 V operation. It must be
connected to a 120 V, 15 A circuit that is protected by a time-delayed fuse or
circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace the power cord immediately if it is
worn, cut or damaged in any way.
OWNER’S REGISTRATION
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Use hearing protection if the surrounding
environment of the area of operation is loud.
BODY PROTECTION
WARNING: Always wear non-slip gloves that fit properly to
protect your hands and to help you grip the tool.
WARNING: Always wear sturdy clothing with long sleeves
and long pants. Never operate the tool while wearing shorts,
short sleeve shirt or while shirtless.
WARNING: Always wear non-slip safety boots to prevent foot
injuries and slipping that could cause loss of control of the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety
warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Work Area Safety
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the liquids,
fumes or dust.
Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Electrical Safety
Charger plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) chargers.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electrical
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools, chargers
or Power Cells to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering the tool,
chargers or Power Cells will increase
the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
power cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the charger. Keep the
power cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, and moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
When operating a charger outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for
outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
If operating a charger in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a
residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. An RCD is also
known as a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) or earth leakage
circuit breaker (ELCB). Use of an RCD
reduces the risk of electric shock.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Personal Safety
Stay alert, be aware of your
surroundings, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating a power tool may result
in serious personal injury.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes or boots,
sturdy gloves, durable long pants and
durable long sleeve shirt, [and hard hat,
or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions] will reduce
personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the trigger switches are in the off-
position before connecting the Power
Cell to the power tool, and never pick
up or carry the tool by the trigger
switches. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energizing
power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
Remove any adjustment key or
wrench before turning the power tool
on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothing, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Power tool use and
care
Do not force the tool. Use the correct
tool for the application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and
safer when used at the rate for which it
was designed.
Do not use a power tool if the switch
does not turn it on or off. Any power tool
that cannot be controlled using the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
Remove the Power Cell before making
any adjustments, replacing or repairing
parts, cleaning the tool, leaving the tool
idle or unattended, transporting or
storing the tool. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach
of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
Use the power tool and accessories
in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Service
Have your power tool or charger
serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of
the power tool or charger is maintained.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Know
your GasLessTM trimmer.
Do not install an
accessory, plug in the
charger or install the Power Cell into
the tool until you have read and
understand this Instruction Manual.
Learn the tool’s applications and
limitations, as well as the general and
specific potential hazards related to
this tool. Following these instructions
will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire
or serious injury.
WARNING: Always
wear appropriate eye
protection. Any power tool
can throw foreign objects into your eyes
and cause permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear appropriate safety
goggles or properly fitted safety glasses
that comply with OSHA standards and
the most recent version of ANSI Z87.1
or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 safety standards
[or other applicable national standard].
Ordinary vision or sun glasses generally
do not provide adequate impact or side
shield / wrap around penetration
protection. Ordinary glasses ARE NOT
safety glasses. To reduce the risk of
injury to your face, also wear a face
shield or face screen over your safety
goggles or safety glasses.
WARNING: Glasses, goggles or face
shields not in compliance with ANSI
Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 could
cause serious injury if they break
upon impact.
WARNING: Prevent
foot injuries! Never operate
when barefoot, or wearing
open toed shoes, or sandals.
Always, wear sturdy protective shoes or
boots with non-slip soles when
operating the tool. Steel-toed safety
boots are recommended.
WARNING: Protect
your hands by wearing heavy-
duty, non-slip gloves and to
improve your grip and control when
handling the tool.
WARNING: Clothing must be
durable and snug-fitting, yet allow for
freedom of movement. Avoid loose
clothing such as scarves, neckties,
jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, loose-
fitting shirts or jackets, unconfined long
hair or anything that can get caught in
brush or branches, or become
entangled in the tool. Secure hair to
above shoulder level. Wear long pants
of durable material to protect your legs.
Cover as much of your body as
possible to help protect you from debris
and pieces of toxic and allergenic plants
being thrown by the tool.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Never use
fixed blades or metal saw
blades with this trimmer.
Serious injury may result.
Never use wire or metal-reinforced
line or other material in place of the
polymer trimmer line. Pieces of wire
or metal reinforced line can break off
and can be thrown with great force
striking against and injuring the
operator or bystanders.
WARNING: The
rotating trimmer line and
trimmer head will throw
objects and debris violently
and the objects and debris will ricochet
in all directions. You or bystanders can
be blinded or injured. Keep children,
bystanders, pets and other animals at
least 50 feet (15 meters) away from the
operating trimmer. Turn the trimmer OFF
immediately if approached, or if you are
approaching such bystanders.
Bystanders should be encouraged to
wear eye protection, even if they are
kept at a distance. The debris shield on
the trimmer is designed to reduce the
danger. The debris shield provided with
your trimmer may not protect the
operator or bystanders from all objects
or debris thrown by the rotating polymer
line or trimmer head.
Thrown objects may also ricochet and
strike the operator or bystander.
Utilize extra caution, when the trimmer
is being used as an Edger or Sweeper,
especially near, or on paved or hard
surfaces, as pieces of metal, concrete,
brick, stones, gravel, sand, glass, sticks
and other objects can be thrown at high
speed and force by the rotating line and
such objects can be thrown, skip along
or ricochet long distances off of hard
surfaces. Do not use this trimmer for
sweeping debris that may contain hard
objects, e.g. pebbles, stones, sticks,
glass, metal, etc. as such hard objects
can be thrown with great force and
cause injury to the operator or
bystanders, and / or damage property,
e.g., screens, windows, building siding,
glass doors, or vehicles.
NOTICE: Avoid operating the trimmer
near property that can be easily
damaged by thrown or ricocheting
objects such as screens, windows,
building siding, glass doors and
vehicles.
WARNING: To reduce
the risk of ricochet / rebound
injury, or property damage
work by going away from
any nearby solid object such as wall,
steps, large stones, tree, etc. Use great
care when working close to solid
objects. Where hazardous conditions
warrant, do not use the power tool,
rather do trimming, edging, mowing or
sweeping by hand.
Min. 50 ft
15 m

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Inspect
the area to be trimmed for
hazards before each use.
Remove any foreign objects
such as sticks, rocks, broken glass,
nails, wire, tools, toys, etc. which can
be thrown by or become entangled in
the trimmer line. Always locate, and
then avoid cutting near electrical power
lines, power conduit, or extension
power cords. Avoid contacting hard
objects with the trimmer head as the
objects can damage the trimmer head
and / or the objects can be thrown
causing serious injury.
Use this trimmer only for trimming,
scalping, mowing of grass and weeds,
and for light edging of lawns, and for
sweeping of only light lawn debris on
paved areas. Do not use this trimmer for
brush cutting, pruning or hedge
trimming. Never use this trimmer on
gravely or sandy areas.
WARNING: To
reduce the potential of
serious injury, cut only from
your left toward your right, in
the direction of the arrow on the
deflector shield. Cutting on the right
side of the deflector shield and moving
directionally towards your right will
cause the debris and objects to be
thrown predominately away from the
operator thereby reducing the risk of
personal injury to the operator, although
the risk of injury due to ricochet is not
lessened. Whereas cutting on the left-
side of the deflector shield or moving
directionally towards your left will cause
for comparatively more debris to be
thrown towards the operator thereby
increasing the risk of personal injury.
Hold the trimmer firmly with both hands
to ensure proper control. Never operate
the trimmer with one hand.
Keep the trimmer head below waist
level and away from all parts of your
body. Do not draw the trimmer head
towards your feet or legs.
WARNING: Always remove the
Power Cell when making adjustments,
changing accessories, replacing the
polymer trimmer line, removing or
untangling debris, leaving the tool idle
or unattended, cleaning, servicing,
storing or transporting the tool. Such
preventive measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally and causing
serious injury.
Never use the trimmer with the deflector
shield removed, damaged or incorrectly
positioned. Serious injury may result.
Maintain firm footing and balance at all
times. Do not overreach or use the
trimmer from unstable surfaces such as
ladders, trees, steep slopes, slippery
surfaces, rooftops, etc.
Inspect the trimmer head before each
use. If any parts are worn or damaged,
replace them before using the trimmer.
Only use the polymer line size and type
recommended for the trimmer. Use of any
other type could result in serious injury.
Use only in daylight or in good quality
artificial light.
Never use the trimmer for anything
other than its intended purpose. Use for
anything other than trimming grass and
weeds can be dangerous. It may also
damage the trimmer.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Dust created by use
of this product may contain
chemicals known to the State of
California and medical experts to
cause cancer, respiratory injuries,
birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• Compounds in fertilizers
• Compounds in insecticides,
herbicides and pesticides
• Arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber.
• Commercial and household
chemicals.
To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals, wear approved safety
equipment such as dust and / or vapor
masks that are specifically designed to
filter out microscopic particles or
gaseous components. Additionally, dust
created by this product may contain
allergens, bacteria and viruses, PM 10
and / or PM 2.5 particulates, exposure
to such hazardous airborne matter can
be reduced by wearing approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out the
microscopic particles.

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WARNING: Only use a CRC8000
rapid charger to charge the CFC6500
Power Cell. Using any other charger
to charge the CFC6500 Power Cell
may damage the Power Cell and / or
the charger and cause fires,
explosion, hazardous fumes and
possibly burns or other serious injury.
WARNING: Fire Hazard.
Never expose the Power Cell to
microwaves or high pressures. It may
explode causing serious injury.
Do not store or carry the Power Cell in a
manner in which metal objects could
contact the exposed metal terminals.
Do not place the Power Cell in aprons,
pockets, drawers, tool boxes, etc. with
metal objects, such as, but not limited
to, loose nails, screws, bolts, keys,
coins, staples, foil, etc. Such metal
objects could cause the Power Cell to
short circuit causing fire, explosion, and
hazardous fumes, resulting in personal
injury or property damage.
Never attempt to open, modify,
dismantle, reverse polarity, crush,
puncture or shred the Power Cell for
any reason.
If the housing of the Power Cell breaks,
cracks, swells, or is punctured
immediately discontinue its use and do
not recharge.
Do not charge or use the Power Cell if it
has been dropped or has received a
sharp blow, a heavy weight has been
imposed upon it, has been overheated,
or is cracked, crushed, deformed or
punctured. If a Power Cell has sustained
damage, (as per above, or otherwise)
immediately isolate it in a non-
combustible, safe outside area, remain a
safe distance away but do not leave it
unattended. Such a damaged Power
Cell should be considered and treated
as a potentially thermally unstable,
flammable and hazardous material. If the
Power Cell ignites use water spray,
carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam
extinguishers to suppress. Avoid
exposure to and inhalation of hazardous
fumes. Contact hazardous materials
authorities for guidance as to
appropriate handling and prompt safe
disposal of damaged Power Cells. Make
arrangements for prompt safe disposal
of a damaged Power Cell per local
hazardous material regulations.
Do not use or charge the Power Cell if it
is wet or shows any evidence of
corrosion.
WARNING: Leakage from the
Power Cell may occur under extreme
usage, charging or temperature
conditions, or if the Power Cell is
damaged, crushed or punctured. This
leakage indicates a failure of the Power
Cell and the Power Cell should be
properly disposed of per local
hazardous material regulations.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE:
Detailed instructions are packed with
the Power Cell and Charger.

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If this leakage gets on your skin, or eyes
follow these steps:
1. Wash skin immediately and
thoroughly with soap and water.
2. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush
immediately with clean water for a
minimum of 20 minutes and seek
immediate medical attention.
If the liquid gets onto your clothing or
shoes, remove, isolate and wash the
contaminated clothing thoroughly.
Do not wash, splash or immerse a
Power Cell in water or other liquids.
Keep the Power Cell out of the reach of
children and away from persons not
fully familiar with these instructions.
Do not expose the Power Cell to heat or
fire. Do not incinerate the Power Cell. It
can explode and emit hazardous fumes.
Do not store or use the Power Cell in
locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 105°F (40°C) such as in
outside sheds or metal buildings, tool
boxes, vehicle interiors or trunks during
summer. Avoid storing the Power Cell in
direct sunlight.
For air, vessel and ground transport
purposes, Lithium ion Power Cells are
classified as Class 9 Hazardous Goods,
subject to ICAO Technical Instructions
and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
and US Department of Transportation
and Transport Canada Hazardous
Material Regulations [HMR] [and other
applicable national regulations]. Such
Power Cells are restricted from being
placed in checked in baggage and are
subject to shipper declarations,
standards, quantity and packaging
regulations. Confirm with the ground,
vessel, air cargo or passenger air travel
service provider as to the most current
regulations to determine if your lithium
ion Power Cells are prohibited, or
subject to restrictions or exemptions
prior to shipping or travel with your
lithium Power Cells.
Do not remove the Power Cell from its
original packaging until it is required for
use.
Always keep the Power Cell clean and
dry. Wipe the terminals with a clean dry
cloth if they become dirty.
Storage Recommendations:
The best storage place for Power Cells
is a secure and safe place that is cool
and dry and away from direct sunlight
and excess heat or cold. Exposure to
excess or prolonged heat will degrade
the performance and the life expectancy
of the Power Cell.
Do not use an extension cord. Plug the
charger cord directly into an electrical
outlet.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

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Use the charger only in a standard 120
V AC, 60 Hz electrical outlet.
WARNING: Do not use
the charger in wet or damp
conditions. The charger is intended for
indoor use only. Do not use outdoors.
Do not expose to dew, rain or garden
sprinklers, frost, or snow. Do not use
the charger near sinks or tubs. Do not
immerse the charger in water. Water
entering the chargers or Power Cells will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not operate the charger in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Chargers can create
sparks which may ignite the liquids,
fumes or dust.
Do not use the CRC8000 rapid charger
to charge any batteries other than a
CFC6500 Power Cell. Charging other
batteries may cause the batteries to
burst, catch fire, emit hazardous fumes
or explode.
Do not allow the charger cord to hang
over the edge of a table or counter, to
be placed in an area where it can
become entangled with moving objects,
or be a tripping hazard, or to contact
sharp or hot surfaces. The charger
should be placed away from sinks and
hot surfaces.
Do not leave a Power Cell on a
prolonged charge. Remove the Power
Cell after attaining a complete recharge
and unplug the charger when not in
further use.
Do not operate the charger if the cord or
plug is damaged. Have a qualified
technician replace the damaged cord
and plug immediately.
Do not operate the charger if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped,
crushed, cracked, punctured, immersed
or splashed with water or other liquids,
or otherwise damaged in any way. Have
a qualified technician examine the
charger and repair it if necessary. Do
not disassemble or modify the charger.
WARNING: When the charger is
plugged into the power supply, it can
become shorted by foreign conductive
material and cause sparks or fires.
Foreign conductive material such as, but
not limited to, metal shavings / chips,
steel wool, aluminum foil, nails, staples,
paper clips, should be kept away from
charger ventilation openings, Power Cell
retaining cavity and output terminals.
Do NOT charge the Power Cell when
the work area or the Power Cell
temperature is at or below 0° C (32° F)
or above 45° C (113° F).
Unplug the charger when it is not in use
and before cleaning or maintenance.
POWER CELL RECYCLING
To preserve our natural resources, and
reduce landfill please recycle your
Power Cells at participating retailers, or
dispose of Power Cells properly in
accordance with Federal, State,
Provincial or local laws.
Refer to the Maintenance section for
additional Power Cell recycling
information.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

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SYMBOLS
WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the GasLessTM
trimmer, Power Cell or Power Cell chargers, or this manual. Study these
symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will
allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool.
VVolts
AAmperes
Hz Hertz
WWatts
HHours
Direct current
No load speed
Alternating or direct
current
.../min Revolutions or
reciprocations per
minute
Arrow direction
Warning symbol
Shock hazard
Striking hazard
No fixed blades. No saw
blades.
Min. 50 ft
15 m
Keep bystanders back at
least 50' (15m)
Read the manual
Wear safety glasses.
Wear safety goggles.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear safety gloves
Wear safety boots
Handle position
Do not use in the rain

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KNOW YOUR UNIT
Lock-Off Button
Power Control
Button
Power Cell
Rear Handle
Throttle Control
ACCESSORIES
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
WARNING: Use only
accessories that are recommended
for this GaslessTM trimmer. Follow the
instructions that accompany the
accessories. The use of improper
accessories may result in injury to
the operator or damage to the
GaslessTM trimmer.
Before using any accessory, carefully
read the instructions or the owner’s
manual for the accessory.
• See chart below
WARNING: If any part is missing
or damaged, do not plug the charger
into the power source or install the
Power Cell in the tool until the missing
or damaged part is replaced.
Part # Description
CFC6500 Power Cell
CRC8000 1-Hour rapid charger
Cutting Head
Cutting Head Shield
Line Cutting Blade
Front Handle
Motor

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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING
ADJUSTING THE FRONT HANDLE
The front handle can be adjusted to suit
the operator (Fig. 1).
1. Using a Torx® screwdriver (1), turn
the four handle clamp screws (2)
counter clockwise until the handle
(3) will rotate on the trimmer outer
shaft (4) (Fig. 1).
2. Slide the handle up or down and/or
rotate it to a comfortable position.
Make sure the handle is positioned
beyond the end of the safety label (5).
3. Re-tighten the handle clamp screws
to hold the handle in the desired
position.
NOTE: Do not over tighten the clamp
screws. You will break the clamp.
Instructions for charging the Power Cell are packed with the charger.
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and charging instructions included with
the charger.
Fig. 1
1
3
42
5

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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING
INSTALLING THE POWER CELL
Once the Power Cell has been fully
charged and you are ready to start
trimming, you will have to install the
Power Cell into the trimmer (Fig. 2).
1. Position the Power Cell (1) with the
"TOP" label (2) facing upward.
2. Slide the Power Cell into the
matching cavity (3) in the rear of the
upper cowling (4).
NOTE: Make sure you push the Power
Cell fully into the cavity. The locking
latch (5) will click when the Power Cell is
properly installed.
3. Pull outward on the Power Cell to
verify that it is being held in place by
the locking latch.
To remove the Power Cell for recharging
or storage, press the locking latch
toward the Power Cell. While holding
the locking latch toward the Power Cell,
pull the Power Cell out of the tool.
Fig. 2
1
5
3
4
2

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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent the motor from starting
accidentally, the lock-off button and
throttle control must both be engaged
to start the unit.
1. Install the power cell. Refer to
Installing the Power Cell.
2. Push the lock-off button (2) into the
throttle control (1) and hold it in
place (Fig. 3).
3. While continuing to hold the lock-off
button, squeeze and hold the throttle
control to start the unit (Fig. 3).
4. Continue to squeeze the throttle
control for operation.
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release the throttle control (1) and
wait for all moving parts to come to
a complete stop (Fig. 3).
USING THE POWER CONTROL
BUTTON
The power control button (1) allows the
operator to switch between Boost (2)
and Eco (3) modes, as needed (Fig. 4):
•Boost mode provides maximum
power for tough jobs.
•Eco mode conserves energy for
maximum run time. Eco mode is
appropriate for most jobs.
Push the power control button forward
for Boost mode (Fig. 4). Push the power
control button back to return to Eco
mode (Fig. 4).
1
Fig. 4
3
2
12
Fig. 3

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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING
For safety reasons, the operator
must read the sections of this
Owner’s Manual entitled
"GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS",
"GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS", "SPECIFIC
SAFETY RULES", "POWER CELL
& CHARGER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS" and
"SYMBOLS" before using this
GasLessTM trimmer.
Verify the following every time
the GasLessTM trimmer is used:
1. Safety glasses, and all
required safety clothing are
being worn.
2. Appropriate length of trimmer
line is exposed beyond the
bump head eyelets.
3. The area to be trimmed is
cleared of all debris.
4. Bystanders are at least 50' (15
m) away from the trimming
area.
Failure to observe these safety
rules will significantly increase
the risk of injury.
WARNING
OPERATING POSITION
WARNING: Never operate the
trimmer with one hand. Always hold the
trimmer with one hand on the forward
handle and the other hand on the rear
handle to operate the switches. Operate
the trimmer below waist height at all
times. Always wear appropriate
personal protective equipment. Never
operate the trimmer on its edge while
trimming grass. The trimming line
should always be near and parallel to
the ground to avoid scalping and
throwing debris.

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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING
CUTTING METHODS
WARNING: Be extremely careful
when cutting around hard objects such
as rock, gravel, fence posts etc. that
can be contacted by the line or the
bump head (Fig. 5). Contacting these
items with the line or bump head may
cause pieces of the trimmer line and
debris to be violently thrown. It may
also cause the line to become
entangled and damage both the line
and the bump head.
When trimming, do not feed the line into
the work area too quickly and crowd the
line. Only the tip of the line does the
cutting (Fig. 6). Feeding the line into the
work area too quickly will reduce the
head speed, slow the cutting action and
overload the motor. It will also reduce
the Power Cell capacity before requiring
recharging.
NOTE: The trimming line will easily
remove grass and weeds from around
walls, fences, trees and flower beds, but
it can also cut the tender bark of trees
or shrubs, scar fences, etc. Be
extremely careful when trimming near
objects that can be easily damaged by
the trimmer line.
Fig. 6
Fig. 5