EGO COMMERCIAL BCX4500 User manual

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
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COMMERCIAL
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION COMMERCIAL
BRUSHCUTTER
MODEL NUMBER BCX4500

SPEED
A
Bike Handle
Shoulder
Strap Loop
Power Head
Speed Indicator
Bluetooth®ButtonBattery Status Indicator
Speed Mode Button
Shaft
Wing Bolt
Guard
3-tooth Blade
Lock-off Lever
Trigger Switch
Multi-function
Wrench
Hip-pad
Strap Buckle
Outer Flange
Shaft-locking
Hole
Gear Case
Sealing Screw
Hex Key
Battery-Release Button
Electric Contacts
Battery Ejector
Latch
B2
Wing Bolt
B1
Bike Handle

C1
B3
C2 D1
Clamp Wire
Blade Sheath Blade
Loop
D3
Motor Shaft
Gear Case
Aligned Shaft-locking
Holes
D2
Nut
Outer Flange
3-tooth Blade
Flange Cover
Inner Flange
Motor Shaft
Slot in the
Inner FLange
D4
Allen Key
D5
Nut
Outer Flange
Inner FLange Bulge

D6
E2 F1
F2 F3
F5
F4
1
2
E1
Mouting Slot
Rib

F6
J2
G
H
1
2
Trigger Switch
Lock-off Lever
Speed Mode Button
SPEED
I
Speed
Indicator
Battery-
Status
Indicator
Bluetooth®
Indicator
Speed Mode
Button
J1
Nut
Outer Flange
3-tooth Blade
Flange Cover
Inner Flange
Motor Shaft
Slot in the
Inner FLange
J3
Nut
Outer Flange
Inner Flange
Bulge
J4
Motor Shaft
Flange Flange Cover

J5
LM
J6
Upper Cover
Trimmer Head
Hex Key
K1
Brushcutter Guard
K2
String Trimmer
Guard
Icon
N
Shaft-locking
Hole
Nut
Outer Flange
3-tooth Blade
Flange Cover
Inner Flange
Motor Shaft
Slot in the
Inner FLange
O1
Sealing Screw Gear Case

PO2 Sealing Screw Power Head

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Residual risk! People with electronic devices,
such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s)
before using this product. Operation of electrical
equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker
could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.
WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all
repairs and replacements should be performed by a
qualified service technician.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention
to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the
explanations with them deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves,
eliminate any danger.
The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes
for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all
safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all
safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire,
and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER,
WARNING, or CAUTION, may be used in conjunction
with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING: The operation of any power tools can
result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning
power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield
when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask
for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shields.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may
appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow
all instructions on the machine before attempting to
assemble and operate.
Safety Alert Indicates a potential
personal injury hazard.
Read
Operator’s
Manual
To reduce the risk of
injury, user must read and
understand operator’s
manual before using this
product.
Wear Eye
Protection
Always wear safety
gogglesor safety glasses
with side shields and a full
face shield when operating
this product.
Wear Ear
Protection
Always wear ear protection
when operating this
product.
Wear Head
Protection
Wear an approved safety
hard hat to protect your
head.
Wear
Protective
Gloves
Protect your hands with
gloves when handling blade
or blade guard.
Wear Safety
Footwear
Wear non-slip safety
footwear when using this
equipment.
Beware
of thrown
objects
Alerts user to beware of
thrown objects.
Beware of
blade thrust
Alerts user to beware of
blade thrust.
Disconnect
battery
before
maintenance
Alerts user to disconnect
battery before maintenance.
The distance
between the
machine and
bystanders
shall be at
least 15 m.
Alerts user to keep the
distance between the
machine and bystanders be
at least 15 m.
XX
Noise Guaranteed sound power
level.

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WEEE
Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of
with household waste. Take
to an authorized recycler.
Bluetooth®Bluetooth®Symbol
IPX5
Ingress
Protection
Degree
Protected against water
jets.
V Volt Voltage
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of
current
n0
Maximum
Speed Maximum rotational speed
RPM Revolutions
per minute Rotational speed
cm Centimeter Length or size
mm Millimeter Length or size
kg Kilogram Weight
°C Degrees
Celsius Temperature
NOTE: The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, inc.
and any use of such marks by EGO is under license.
GENERAL MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING:Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided with this
machine. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
The term “machine” in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) machine or battery-operated
(cordless) machine.
Work area safety
◾Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
◾Do not operate machines in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Machines create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
◾Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a machine. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
Electrical safety
◾Machine plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) machines.
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 electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
◾Do not operate the machine in rain or wet
conditions.Water entering the machine may increase
the risk of electric shock or malfunction that could
result in personal injury.
◾Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the machine. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
◾When operating a machine 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 machine in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
◾Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a machine. Do
not use a machine while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating machines may
result in serious personal injury.
◾Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
◾Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the machine. Carrying machines with your finger on
the switch or energizing machines that have the switch
on invites accidents.

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◾Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the machine on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in
personal injury.
◾Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the machine
in unexpected situations.
◾Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
◾If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
◾Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
machines allow you to become complacent and
ignore machine safety principles. A careless action
can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
Machine use and care
◾Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine
for your application. The correct machine will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
◾Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any machine that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
◾Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the machine before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing machines. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the machine accidentally.
◾Store idle machines out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
machine or these instructions to operate the
machine. Machines are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
◾Maintain machines and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect
the machine’s operation. If damaged, have the
machine repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained machines.
◾Keep cutting machines sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting machines with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
◾Use the machine, accessories and machine bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the machine for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
◾Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the machine in unexpected situations.
Battery machine use and care
◾Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
◾Use machines only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
◾When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
◾Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
◾Do not use a battery pack or machine that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
◾Do not expose a battery pack or machine to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
◾Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or machine outside the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the
specified range may damage the battery and increase
the risk of fire.
Service
◾Have your machine serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the machine is
maintained.
◾Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.

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STRING TRIMMER AND BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY
WARNINGS
◾Do not use the machine in bad weather conditions,
especially when there is a risk of lightning. This
decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
◾Thoroughly inspect the area for wildlife where the
machine is to be used. Wildlife may be injured by the
machine during operation.
◾Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine
is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires,
bones, and other foreign objects. Thrown objects
can cause personal injury.
◾Before using the machine, always visually inspect
to see that the cutter or blade and the cutter or
blade assembly are not damaged. Damaged parts
increase the risk of injury.
◾Follow instructions for changing accessories.
Improperly tightened blade securing nuts or bolts
may either damage the blade or result in it becoming
detached.
◾The rated rotational speed of the blade must be
at least equal to the maximum rotational speed
marked on the machine. Blades running faster than
their rated rotational speed can break and fly apart.
◾Wear eye, ear, head and hand protection. Adequate
protective equipment will reduce personal injury by
flying debris or accidental contact with the cutting line
or blade.
◾While operating the machine, always wear non-
slip and protective footwear. Do not operate the
machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
This reduces the chance of injury to the feet from
contact with the moving cutters, line or blade.
◾While operating the machine, always wear safety
footwear. Do not operate the machine when
barefoot or wearing open sandals. This reduces the
chance of injury to the feet from contact with a moving
cutter, line or blade.
◾While operating the machine, always wear long
trousers. Exposed skin increases the likelihood of
injury from thrown objects.
◾Keep bystanders away while operating the
machine. Thrown debris can result in serious personal
injury.
◾Always use two hands when operating the
machine. Holding the machine with both hands will
avoid loss of control.
◾Hold the machine by the insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutting line or blade
may contact hidden wiring. Cutting line or blades
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts
of the machine “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock
◾Always keep proper footing and operate the
machine only when standing on the ground.
Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause a loss of
balance or control of the machine.
◾Do not operate the machine on excessively steep
slopes. This reduces the risk of loss of control, slipping
and falling which may result in personal injury.
◾When working on slopes, always be sure of your
footing, always work across the face of slopes,
never up or down and exercise extreme caution
when changing direction. This reduces the risk of
loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in
personal injury.
◾Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter,
line or blade when the machine is operating.
Before you start the machine, make sure the cutter,
line or blade is not contacting anything. A moment
of inattention while operating the machine may result
in injury to yourself or others.
◾Do not operate the machine above waist height.
This helps prevent unintended cutter or blade
contact and enables better control of the machine in
unexpected situations.
◾When cutting brush or saplings that are under
tension, be alert for spring back. When the tension
in the wood fibers is released, the brush or sapling
may strike the operator and/or throw the machine out
of control.
◾Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
saplings. The slender material may catch the blade
and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
◾Maintain control of the machine and do not touch
cutters, lines or blades and other hazardous
moving parts while they are still in motion. This
reduces the risk of injury from moving parts.
◾Carry the machine with the machine switched
off and away from your body. Proper handling of
the machine will reduce the likelihood of accidental
contact with a moving cutter, line or blade
◾Only use replacement cutters, lines, cutting heads
and blades specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement parts may increase the risk of breakage
and injury.

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◾When clearing jammed material or servicing the
machine, make sure the switch is off and the
battery pack is removed. Unexpected starting
of the machine while clearing jammed material or
servicing may result in serious personal injury.
◾When transporting or storing the machine, always
fit the cover on metal blades. Proper handling of
the machine will reduce the likelihood of accidental
contact with the blade.
◾Damage to Trimmer - If you strike a foreign object
with the trimmer or it becomes entangled, stop the
machine immediately, check for damage and have any
damage repaired before further operation is attempted.
Do not operate with a broken guard or spool.
◾If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the motor and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. A
loose head may vibrate, crack, break or come off the
trimmer, which may result in serious or fatal injury.
Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly fixed
in position. If the head loosens after fixing it in position,
replace it immediately. Never use a trimmer with a
loose cutting attachment.
◾Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed
below:
BATTERY PACK CHARGER
BA1400, BA1400T, BA2800,
BA2800T, BA4200, BA4200T,
BA5600T, BA6720T
CH2100E, CH5500E,
CH7000E
BAX1501 CHX5500
Blade thrust causes and related warnings
Blade thrust is a sudden sideways, forward or backward
motion of the machine, which may occur when the blade
jams or catches on an object such as a sapling or a tree
stump. It can be violent enough to cause the machine and/
or operator to be propelled in any direction, and possibly
lose control of the machine.
Blade thrust and its related hazards can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below.
◾Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the
machine and position your arms to resist blade
thrust. Position your body to the left side of the
machine. Blade thrust can increase the risk of injury
due to the machine moving unexpectedly. Blade thrust
can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions
are taken.
◾If the blade binds, or when interrupting a cut
for any reason, switch the machine off and hold
the machine motionless in the material until the
blade comes to a complete stop. While the blade
is binding, never attempt to remove the machine
from the material or pull the machine backward
while the blade is in motion, otherwise blade thrust
may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to
eliminate the cause of blade binding.
◾Do not use blunt or damaged blades. Blunt or
damaged blades increase the risk of jamming or
catching on an object, resulting in blade thrust.
◾Always maintain good visibility of the material
being cut. Blade thrust is more likely to occur in areas
where it is difficult to see the material being cut.
◾If you are approached by another person while
operating the machine, switch the machine off.
There is an increased risk of injury to other persons
being struck by the moving blade in the event of blade
thrust.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage 56 V
n0
1: 3500 /min
2: 4500 /min
3: 5200 /min
Cutting Mechanism 3-tooth metal blade
Cutting Swath 30 cm
Ingress Protection Rating IPX5* (Protection from
water jets)
Recommended Operating
Temperature 0 – 40 °C
Recommended Storage
Temperature -20 – 70 °C
Weight (without battery pack) 5.4 kg
* NOTE: IPX5 rating is based on the machine and battery
being used together as a system.
Recommended Accessories
PART NAME MODEL NUMBER
Brushcutter blade ABB1203-2

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PACKING LIST
PART NAME QUANTITY
Brushcutter 1
Blade and Blade Sheath Set 1
Guard 1
Double-shoulder Strap 1
Hex Key (4 mm) 1
Multi-function Wrench 1
Operator’s Manual 1
DESCRIPTION
KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER (Fig. A)
WARNING: Never operate the machine without the
guard firmly in place. The guard must always be on the
machine to protect the user.
WARNING: When the tool is equipped with a trimmer
head, the guard accessory with line–cutting blade should
be mounted onto the guard. Failure to comply will result in
overly long cutting line and overload the motor. Never use
the trimmer head without guard accessory.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing,
do not operate this product until the parts are
replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing
parts could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product
or create accessories not recommended for use
with this product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING: Always wear heavy gloves when
performing any maintenance on the blade. Be careful
of the blade and protect your hands from being injured by
the blade.
WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that
could cause serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the machine when assembling
parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in
use.
ADJUSTING THE BIKE HANDLE
WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from
the product when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.
1. During shipping, the bike handle is mounted on the
shaft as shown in Fig.B1
2. Loosen the wing bolt on the bracket and then lift the
bike handle 180° around the shaft as shown in Fig.
B2.
3. Turn the handle 90° COUNTERCLOCKWISE to make
it face the cutter (Fig. B3).
4. Tighten the wing bolt to secure the bike handle in
place.
WARNING: Risk of serious personal injury.
Only start the tool when the bike handle is adjusted
perpendicular to the pole and the operator holds it
with both hands.
MOUNTING THE GUARD
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury to people, do
not operate without guard in place.
1. Loosen the two bolts in the guard with the supplied
hex key, then remove the bolts and spring washers
from the guard (Fig.C1)
2. Lift the cutter head and face it downward. Align
the two mounting holes in the guard with the two
assembly holes in the base of the shaft and then
secure the guard onto the shaft base with the two
screws and two spring washers (Fig.C2).
NOTICE: There are two kinds of guards compatible with
this machine. The guard with icon can only be
used with the string trimmer head and must not be used
with brusher cutter head. Be careful to choose the correct
guard when using the machine.
NOTICE: The string trimmer guard is not included (EGO
AD4500, sold separately).
MOUNTING THE BLADE
1. The blade is shipped with a sheath. Before mounting
the blade onto the brushcutter, the sheath should be
removed by undoing the clamp wire from the loop on
the sheath (Fig. D1).
2. Familiarize yourself the cutting head assembly shown
in Fig. D2. Before mounting the blade, make sure that
the inner flange and the flange cover are positioned
correctly on the motor shaft (Fig.D2).

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3. Rotate the motor shaft to align the slot in the inner
flange with the shaft-lock access hole in the gear
case (Fig. D3).
4. Insert the included hex key into the aligned holes to
act as shaft lock (Fig. D4).
5. Mount the blade onto the motor shaft, ensuring that
the surface of the blade is flush with the surface
of the inner flange bulge. Mount the outer flange
and the nut (Fig. D5). Finger-tighten the nut in
COUNTERCLOCKWISE direction.
6. Position the gear case against a solid surface for
support. With one handgrasping the blade and using
the other hand to grasp the multi-function wrench to
tighten the nut following the directional arrow icon
marked on the outer flange (Fig. D6).
ATTACHING/DETACHING BATTERY
NOTE: Fully charge battery pack before first use.
To Attach
Align the battery ribs with the mounting slots in the
machine’s battery port and slide the battery pack until it
snaps into position (Fig. E1).
To Detach
Always be aware of the location of your feet, children, or
pets when pressing the battery-release button. Serious
injury could result if the battery pack falls.
NEVER remove the battery pack at a high location.
1. Depress the battery-released button and the battery
pack will disengage from the latch (Fig. E2).
2. Grasp the battery pack and remove it from the
machine.
MOUNTING THE DOUBLE-SHOULDER STRAP
1. Put the double-shoulder strap on your body and insert
the two parts of the strap buckle into each other until a
click is heard (Fig.F1).
2. Insert the carabiner hook of the hip pad into the hole
of the shoulder strap loop fixed on the shaft, and press
the shaft down softly (Fig.F2 & F3 & F4).
3. Hold the brushcutter with both hands on the right side
of your body (Fig. F5). The blade should be parallel to
the ground at a proper cutting distance without the
need for the operator to bend over.
4. Releasing the brushcutter can be achieved in two
ways: release the strap buckle (Fig. F6) or press the
carabiner of the strap and remove the hook from the
loop fixed on the shaft (Fig. F2).
WARNING: When an emergency occurs, take it off
from your shoulder immediately, no matter what way the
strap is in. Releasing the strap buckle (Fig.F6) and both
hands taking off your shoulders at each side is a quick
release method.
WARNING: You should not use the single-shoulder
strap and double-shoulder strap simultaneously.
NOTICE: When wearing the strap, no other wearable
interferes with the release and removal of the strap.
OPERATION
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product
to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects
being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious
injuries.
WARNING: Do not use any attachments or
accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of
this product. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury,
remove the battery back from the machine before
servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing
material from the unit.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
◾With 3-tooth metal blade (original configuration):
Cutting grass, weeds, wild growth, and scrub, thinning
young stands with a maximum stem diameter of 2 cm.
◾With trimmer Head (sold separately): Trimming grass
and weeds from around porches, fences, and decks.
NOTICE: The machine is to be used only for its
prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case
of misuse.
HOLDING THE BRUSHCUTTER (Fig.G)
WARNING: Dress properly to reduce the risk of
injury when operating this machine. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protectors.
Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear
short pants or sandals or go barefoot.

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Hold the brushcutter with both hands on the right side
of your body. Keep a firm grip with both hands while
operating the machine. The blade or the trimmer head
should be parallel to the ground at a proper cutting
distance without the need for the operator to bend over.
USING THE BRUSHCUTTER
To cut wild growth and scrub, lower the rotating blade
down onto the ground to achieve a chopping effect. Use
the brush cutter like a scythe (sweep it to the right and
left) at ground level. Do not use the cutting attachment
above waist height.
WARNING: The higher the cutting attachment is off
the ground, the greater the risk of injury from cuttings
being thrown sideways.
WARNING:When cutting young stands or other
woody materials up to 2 cm in diameter, use the left
side of the blade to avoid blade thrust situations. Do not
attempt to cut woody material with a larger diameter,
since the blade may catch or jerk the brushcutter forward.
This may cause damage to the blade or the brushcutter
or loss of control of the brushcutter, resulting in personal
injury.
WARNING: Thrown parts may seriously injure the
operator or bystander. To reduce the risk of personal injury,
it is essential to take the following precautions:
◾Avoid contact with hard or solid foreign objects such as
stones, rocks, or pieces of metal.
◾Never cut wood or shrubs with a stem diameter of
more than 2 cm.
◾Inspect the blade at a regular short interval for signs of
damage. Do not continue working with a damaged blade.
◾Have the blade resharpened regularly (when it has
dulled noticeably) and balanced if necessary (should be
performed by a qualified service technician).
BLADE THRUST
Exercise extreme caution when using this unit. Blade thrust
is the reaction that may occur when the spinning blade
contacts anything it cannot cut. This contact may cause
the blade to stop for an instant and suddenly “thrust” the
unit away from the object that was hit. This reaction can
be violent enough to cause the operator to lose control
of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without warning if the
blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur
in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut.
For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds being cut
with the brushcutter from the right to the left. In the event
an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this
practice could minimize the blade thrust reaction.
Before each use check for damaged/worn parts
Check the blade, guard, and bike handle and replace
any parts that are cracked, warped, bent, or damaged in
any away. The edge of the blade can dull over time. It is
recommended that you turn over the blade to extend the
life of the blade and periodically sharpen it (performed by a
qualified service technician) or replace it with a new blade
when necessary.
Clean the brushcutter after each use
See the MAINTENANCE section for cleaning instructions.
WARNING:Ensure the blade has come to a complete
stop before cleaning or servicing the brushcutter. Failure
to comply could result in possible serious personal injury.
Check for blockage of the 3-tooth blade
To prevent blockage, keep the blade clean. Remove grass
clippings, leaves, dirt and any other accumulated debris
before and after each use. When blockage happens, stop
the brushcutter and remove the battery. Then remove any
grass that may have wrapped itself around the motor shaft
or the blade.
STARTING/STOPPING THE MACHINE
WARNING:Dress properly to reduce the risk of
injury when operating this machine. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection.
Wear heavy duty, long trousers, boots and gloves. Do not
wear short trousers, sandals or go barefoot.
To start the machine (Fig.H).
1. Move the lock-off lever up until it completely fits into
the groove, hold it in that position and then press the
trigger switch to start.
2. The rotational speed of the cutting unit is controlled
by the trigger switch. More pressure on the trigger
results in higher speed; less pressure on the trigger
results in lower speed. Adjust the speed to suit the
task at hand.
NOTICE: The motor starts only when the lock-off lever is
moved into the groove and the trigger switch is depressed
at the same time.
To stop the machine
Move the machine away from the cutting area and release
the trigger switch to stop it.
WARNING:Always remove the battery pack from the
machine during work breaks and after finishing work.

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CHANGING SPEED MODE (Fig.I).
This machine features three speed modes.
The speed mode will change with every press of the speed
mode button.
The speed indicator will display the active speed mode: one
light for low speed, two lights for medium speed, three lights
for high speed. The low speed mode provides better control
of the machine and longer operating time per charge.
NOTE: The speed mode can be set before the machine is
turned on OR during operation.
When the machine is re-started after a break, the speed
mode will return to the previous speed.
BATTERY-STATUS INDICATOR AND SPEED
INDICATOR (FIG. I).
The battery-status indicator shows the charge level and the
working status of the battery pack, and the speed indicator
shows the working status of the machine as shown in the
chart below. The battery-status indicator and the speed
indicator will illuminate when the machine is started.
Indicator Lights Meaning
Battery-status
indicator
Solid green Battery charge level of 20% to 100%
Flashing green Battery charge level of 10% to 20%
Solid red Battery charge level of less than 10%
Flashing red The battery pack is nearly depleted and needs
to be charged immediately.
Solid orange
The battery pack is overheated. Cool the battery
pack until the temperature drops below 67°C.
See “Battery High-Temperature Protection”
below.
Flashing red/
green alternately
The battery pack electronics error. Replace
the battery pack or contact EGO customer
service center. See “Battery Electronics Error
Protection”.
Speed indicator
(the illustration
shows the high
speed)
Solid green The machine is working properly.
Solid orange
The machine is overheated. Cool the machine
until the temperature drops below 80°C. See
“Machine High-Temperature Protection” below.
Flashing orange The machine is overloaded. See “Machine
Overload Protection” below.

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Battery High-Temperature Protection
If the battery temperature exceeds 70°C during operation,
the temperature protection circuit will immediately
shut off the machine to protect the battery pack from
overheating damage. The battery-status indicator will
glow solid orange. Release the trigger and wait until the
overheated battery cools down and the indicator turns
green, then restart the machine.
Battery Electronics Error Protection
When the battery pack electronics error occurs, the
battery-status indictor will flash red/green alternately
and the machine will shut off in 3 seconds. Replace the
battery pack or contact EGO customer service center.
Machine Overload Protection
This machine features a built-in overload circuit
protection. When the machine is overloaded, the motor
will stop and the battery-status indicator will flash orange.
Remove the battery pack from the machine, then reattach
the battery pack and restart the machine. Decrease the
load on the machine, avoid too long or cutting of the
heavy/ woody shrubs, or oversize cutting line (when the
machine is used as a string trimmer).
Machine High-Temperature Protection
If the machine temperature exceeds 90°C during
operation, the temperature protection circuit will
immediately shut off the machine to prevent overheating
damage. The speed indicator will glow solid orange.
Release the trigger and wait until the overheated machine
cools down and the speed indicator turns green, then
restart the machine.
Tips for best brush-cutting
◾Always hold the brush cutter on your right side with
both hands when operating. Use a firm grip on both
handles.
◾Maintain your grip and balance on both feet. Position
yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by
the kickback reaction of the cutting blade.
◾Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such
as glass, rocks, concrete, fencing, wire, wood, metal,
etc., which can be thrown or entangled in the blade.
◾Never use blades near sidewalks, fencing, posts,
buildings or other immovable objects.
◾Never use a blade after hitting a hard object without
first inspecting it for damage. Do not use if any
damage is detected.
◾Use the unit for cutting from the right to the left in a
broad sweeping action from side to side.
◾Use only the EGOTM blade. Using any other brand
blade with this brushcutter could result in serious
personal injury.
CONVERTING THE MACHINE TO A STRING TRIMMER
This brushcutter can be converted into a string trimmer
using the EGO kit AH3810 (Sold Separately). The
required steps are:
◾Replacement of the metal blade with a string trimmer
head.
◾Replacement of the brushcutter guard with the string
trimmer guard.
REPLACE THE 3-TOOTH BLADE WITH THE STRING
TRIMMER
HEAD (EGO KIT AH3810, SOLD SEPARATELY)
Familiarize yourself with the cutter head by referring to
Fig. J1.
Follow the steps below to remove the 3-tooth blade and
mount the trimmer head.
1. Disconnect the battery pack.
2. Rotate the outer flange to align the slot in the inner
flange with the shaft-locking hole in the gear case
and insert the included hex key into the aligned holes
to act as a stabilizer.
3. Wear gloves. Position the gear case against a solid
surface for support. Use one hand to grasp the blade
and the other hand to loosen the nut in the direction
of the arrow marked on the outer flange, using the
included multi-function wrench. Remove the 3-tooth
blade, nut and the outer flange and save them for
reassembly (Fig. J2 & J3).
4. Before mounting the trimmer head, make sure that the
inner flange and flange cover are located correctly on
the motor shaft as shown in (Fig. J4 & J5).
5. Align the drive shaft with the screw hole of trimmer
head, and then pretighten the trimmer head onto the
shaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE.
6. Rotate the trimmer head to align the slot in the flange
with the shaft-locking hole in the gear case and
insert the provided hex key into the aligned holes to
act as a stabilizer.
7. Wear gloves. Securely tighten the trimmer head onto
the shaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE (Fig. J6).
REPLACE THE BRUSHCUTTER GUARD WITH THE
STRING TRIMMER GUARD
1. Remove the brushcutter guard by loosening the two
bolts. Then remove the bolts, washers, and guard
(Fig. K1). Keep the guard in a safe place for future

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use.
2. Lift the string trimmer head and face it downward.
Align the two mounting holes in the guard with the
two assembly holes in the base of the shaft. Make
sure that the internal surface of the guard faces
towards the string trimmer head (Fig. K2).
3. Install the strimmer guard included in the EGO kit
AH3810 with the two bolts and washers from the
brushcutter (Fig. K2).
4. Use the supplied hex key to tighten the bolts.
WARNING:USING WITH TRIMMER HEAD (EGO KIT
AH3810, SOLD SEPARATELY) To avoid serious personal
injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when
operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in
dusty locations.
Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all
objects, such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string
that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting
attachment. Clear the area of children, bystanders,
and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders
and pets at least 15 m away; there still may be risk to
bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders should be
encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached,
stop the machine immediately.
WARNING:To prevent serious personal injury,
remove the battery pack from the machine before
servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing
material from the unit.
The line-cutting blade on the guard can dull over time. It
is recommended that you periodically sharpen it with a
file or replace it with a new blade.
WARNING:Always wear gloves when mounting or
replacing the guard or when sharpening or replacing the
line-cutting blade. Note the location of the line-cutting
blade on the guard and protect your hand from injury.
WARNING:Never use water to clean your trimmer.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents. Use clean clothes to remove dirt,
dust, oil, grease, etc.
ADJUSTING THE CUTTING LINE LENGTH (Fig.L)
The trimmer head allows the operator to release more
cutting line without stopping the motor. As the line
becomes frayed or worn, additional line can be released
by lightly tapping the trimmer head on the ground while
operating the trimmer.
WARNING:Do not remove or alter the line-cutting
blade assembly. Excessive line length will cause the motor
to overheat and may result in serious personal injury.
TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING REASULTS
◾The correct angle for the cutting attachment is parallel
to the ground. Do not force the trimmer. Allow the very
tip of the line to do the cutting (especially along walls).
Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting
efficiency and may overload the motor.
◾The cutting height is determined by the distance of the
cutting line from the lawn surface.
◾Grass over 20 cm should be cut by working from top to
the bottom in small increments to avoid premature line
wear or motor drag.
◾Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the area
being cut, maintaining the cutting head position at the
desired cutting height. This movement can be either
a forward-backward motion or a side-to-side motion.
Cutting shorter lengths produces best results.
◾Avoid trimming when grass and weeds are wet.
◾Wire and picket fences can cause extra string wear or
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may
wear strings rapidly.
◾Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings,
siding, and fence posts can easily be damaged by the
strings.
LINE REPLACEMENT
Please refers to the “LINE REPLACEMENT” section in the
manual for EGO kit AH3810 (SOLD SEPARATELY).
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and
reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified
service technician.
WARNING:Battery-powered machines do not have
to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are
always in operating condition. To prevent serious personal
injury, take extra precautions and care when performing
maintenance, service, or changing the cutting accessories
or attachments.
WARNING:To prevent serious personal injury,
remove the battery pack from the machine before
servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the unit.
All brushcutter services, other than the items listed in
these maintenance instructions, should be performed by
competent brushcutter service personnel.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use a clean cloth to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:When cleaning the machine, DO NOT
immerse it in water or other liquids.
CLEANING
◾Remove the battery pack.
◾After each use, clean the debris, clogged soil, grass
on the blade or the guard, or the grass that may have
wrapped itself around the motor shaft or trimmer head
with a soft brush.
◾Wipe the machine surface with a clean cloth moistened
with a mild soap solution.
◾Use a small brush or a vacuum cleaner to clean the air
vents on the rear housing. Keep the air vents free of
obstructions.
◾Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic
housing or the handle. They can be damaged by
certain aromatic oils, such as pine and lemon, and by
solvents such as kerosene. Moisture can also cause
an electric shock hazard. Wipe off any moisture with a
soft dry cloth.
When the blade becomes dull or both edges of the blade
are dull, please have it sharpened by a qualified service
technician or replace it with a new one if necessary.
REPLACING THE BLADE
WARNING:A worn, cracked, or damaged blade
can break and pieces of the damaged blade can become
dangerous projectiles. Thrown objects can cause serious
injury. Inspect the blade regularly and do not operate the
brushcutter with a worn or damaged blade.
Use proper eye protection while removing, sharpening,
and installing the blade.
To remove the blade
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Rotate the outer flange to align the slot in the inner
flange with the shaft-locking hole in the gear case
and insert the included hex key into the aligned holes
to act as a stabilizer described in steps 2 and 3 in
“MOUNTING THE BLADE” section.
3. Position the gear case against a solid surface for
support. Use one hand to grasp the blade and the
other hand to loosen the nut in the direction of the
arrow marked on the outer flange, using the included
multi-function wrench. Remove the nut and the outer
flange and save them for reassembly (Fig.M).
4. Check and replace the inner flange and the flange
cover if they are worn.
5. Install the new blade onto the motor shaft in the
order shown in Fig. N. For instructions, follow steps
5 – 7 in “MOUNTING THE BLADE” section.
LUBRICATING THE DRIVE GEAR
For best operation and longer lifetime, lubricate the
brushcutter drive gear with a special grease as described
below after every 50 hours of operation.
There are two sealing screws: one on the gear case
(Fig. O1) and the other on the power head (Fig. O2).
Remove them with the provided hex key and follow the
steps below to apply up to 5 ml of grease into the oil hole
(Fig. O).
DO NOT FULLY FILL THE GEAR CASE WITH THE
GREASE.
1. Lay the brushcutter on its side so that the sealing
screw to be removed is facing upwards (Fig. O1 &
O2).
2. Use the included hex key to loosen and remove the
sealing screw.
3. Use a grease gun (not included) to inject some grease
into the oil hole; do not exceed 3/4 capacity.
4. Tighten the sealing screw(s) after injection.
The grease should meet the following requirements:
◾NLGI Grade Penetration: NLGI-1
◾Thickener Type: Ester
◾Recommended Operating Temperature Range: -40°C
to 180°C
◾Other than the above, the grease should also have
excellent low-temperature startup, EP, mechanical
shearing, abrasion resistance and oxidative stability
properties.
TRANSPORTING AND STORING
◾If the 3-tooth blade is installed, always place its
sheath on the blade before storing or transporting the
machine. Use caution to avoid the sharp teeth of the
blade (Fig. P).
◾Clean the machine thoroughly before storing it.

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◾Store the machine indoors, in a dry place that is
inaccessible to children.
◾Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and deicing salts.
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as
unsorted municipal waste, use separate
collection facilities.
Contact your local government for
information regarding the collection
systems available.
If electrical appliances are disposed of in
landfills or dumps, hazardous substances
can leak into the groundwater and get
into the food chain, damaging your health
and well-being.