Yard Works 060-2288-0 User manual

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IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all safety rules and operating
instructions before using this product.
Instruction
Manual
Electric Grass Trimmer

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Table of Contents
Motor: 4 A
Feed: Automatic dual line
Speed: 9000 RPM (no load)
Cutting path: 12” (30.5 cm)
Line diameter: 0.065” (1.65 mm)
Weight: 5 lb 3 oz (2.4 kg)
TECHNICAL DATA 2
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER 3
SYMBOLS 4
SAFETY INFORMATION 5
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 7
EXPLODED VIEW 10
PARTS LIST 11
ASSEMBLY 13
OPERATION 18
MAINTENAINCE 22
TROUBLESHOOTING 23
WARRANTY 24
Specifications

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Know Your Grass Trimmer
1. Cord retainer
2. Rear handle
3. Switch trigger
4. Split boom
5. Front handle
6. Grass deflector
7. Edger guide
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Symbols
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Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their
meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and
safer.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
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.
Eye and Ear Protection Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50’ (15 m) away.
Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal
injury or property damage.
No Blade Do not install or use any type of blade on a product
displaying this symbol.
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
no
No Load Speed Rotation speed, at no load
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per
minute
vVolts Voltage
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time
Class II construction Double-insulated construction

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Safety Information
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WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious
injury, do not plug in the grass trimmer until the following
steps have been read and understood.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use your grass
trimmer.
• READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN about the tool’s
applications, limitations and possible hazards.
• AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOT use in wet or damp areas or expose to rain.
• DO NOT use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE. NEVER allow children near the tool.
• DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewellery (rings,
watches, etc.) when operating the tool. Loose clothing can get caught and draw you into
moving parts.
• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
• ALWAYS remove the extension cord plug from the electrical outlet when making
adjustments, changing parts or cleaning.
• AVOID ACCIDENTAL START-UP. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position
before plugging in the extension cord.
• TREAT the extension cord with care. Do not use it to carry the tool. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately; they may
create a shock or fire hazard.
• NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to OFF. Do not
leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop.
• DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order.
• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage
or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced before use.

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Safety Information
• KEEP THE HANDLE DRY, CLEAN AND FREE OF OIL AND GREASE. Always use
a clean cloth when cleaning. Do not use solvents, brake fluids, gasoline, or other
petroleum products to clean the tool, because they may damage plastic parts.
• Use only flexible, non-metallic line recommended by the manufacturer. Never use
wire, wire rope, and the like, as it can cause serious injury.
• Polarized Appliance Connections
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The
appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain
a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of
a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the
equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
A grass trimmer can throw foreign objects into
your eyes, which could cause permanent eye
damage. ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not
glasses). Ordinary eye glasses have only impact-
resistant lenses—they are NOT safety goggles.

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Safety Information
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR GRASS TRIMMER
• IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with using the grass trimmer, obtain advice from a
qualified person.
• MAKE SURE wiring codes and recommended electrical connections are observed. The
grass trimmer is double insulated.When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
• DO NOT grasp the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the grass trimmer.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry the plugged-in grass trimmer with your
finger on the switch. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position when plugging in the
grass trimmer.
• DO NOT FORCE THE GRASS TRIMMER. It will do the job better and with less likelihood
of injury when used at the pace for which it was designed.
• The grass trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, high, or locked location, out of
children’s reach, when not in use.
• MAKE all adjustments with the switch in the OFF position and the grass trimmer
disconnected from the power source.
• ALWAYS use accessories provided or recommended by the grass trimmer’s manufacturer.
• KEEP guards in place and in working order. Keep hands and feet away from cutting line.
• WHEN LENGTHENING A NEW CUTTING LINE, be careful of the sharp line cutter on the
guard.
• KEEP VENTILATION OPENINGS clear of debris.
• Before using the grass trimmer, remove any stones, sticks, debris or objects that could
become entangled or ejected by the grass trimmer.
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WARNING: Never reach under the grass trimmer (cutting line
area) until it has completely stopped. The grass trimmer’s
cutting line will continue to rotate for a few seconds after it
is switched off.

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DOUBLE INSULATED
This grass trimmer has a plug that looks like the one shown in Fig. A.
The grass trimmer is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you
and the tool’s electrical system. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal
motor components with protective insulation.
Electrical Information
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WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or
damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. Your grass
trimmer is wired at the factory for 120 v operation. Connect
to a 120 v, 15 a circuit, and use a 15 a time-delayed fuse or
circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, if the extension cord
is worn, cut or damaged in any way, replace it immediately.
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WARNING: Use only identical replacement parts when
servicing the grass trimmer, to avoid injury.
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WARNING: Double insulation does not take the place of
normal safety precautions when operating this tool.
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WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTROCUTION:
1. Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool
with double insulation. Servicing should be performed by
a qualified technician.
2. Do not use in wet or damp areas or expose to rain.
1) 2-prong plug
2) Properly grounded extension cord
Fig. A

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Electrical Information
CAUTION! ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT YOUR OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF
UNCERTAIN, HAVE IT CHECKED BY A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause overheating. The table below shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and name plate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords (AWG)
(when using 120 V only)
Ampere Rating Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
More Than Not More Than 25’ (7.6 m) 50’ (15 m) 100’ (30.4 m)
0 6 18 16 16
6 10 18 16 14
10 12 16 16 14
12 16 14 12 Not
Recommended
Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always
replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before use. Keep
extension cords away from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit should comprise a wire of at least 18
gauge and should be protected with a 15 A time-delayed fuse. Before connecting the motor to
the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is identical
to that stamped on the motor name plate. Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.
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WARNING: This grass trimmer is for outdoor use only. Do
not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
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WARNING: Although this tool is double insulated, the
extension cord and receptacle must still be grounded while
in use to protect the operator from electric shock.

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Exploded View
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