WG176.9 - Grass trimmer WORX - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WG176.9 WORX

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WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,

sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints;

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products;

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemical: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are

WARNING: This product can expose you to

chemicals including lead and Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings

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and/or serious injury. FOR ALL APPLIANCES:

1) Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don’t use

appliances in damp or wet locations.

2) Don’t Use In Rain.

3) Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at

a distance from work area.

4) Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

5) Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust

mask if operation is dusty.

6) Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for

any job except that for which it is intended.

7) Don’t Force Appliance - It will do the job better

and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

8) Don’t Overreach - Keep proper footing and

balance at all times.

9) Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use

common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.

10) Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use,

appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.

11) Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep cutting

edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

12) Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the

appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

1. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch

is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance.

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switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.

2. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance

before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

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manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one

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used with another battery pack.

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battery packs. Use of any other battery packs

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5. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away

from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,9 Cordless brushless grass trimmer EN keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together

6. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected

from the battery; avoid contact. If contact EGGMHIRXEPP]SGGYVWƽYWL[MXL[EXIV-JPMUYMH contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

7. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is

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batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior

9. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge

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person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance

or the battery pack (as applicable) exc ept as indicated in the instructions for use and care. ADDITIONAL SAFETY

1. Keep guards in place and in good working order.

2. Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.

3. Do not use heavier lines than recommended in

4. Do not use line materials of other types – for

example, metal wire, rope, and the like.

BATTERY PACK a) Do not dismantle, open or shred battery pack.

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storage in direct sunlight. c) Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do not store battery packs haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by other metal objects. 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 GEYWIFYVRWSVƼVI d) Do not subject battery pack to mechanical shock. e) In the event of battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice. f) Do not use any battery pack which is not designed for use with the equipment. g) Keep battery pack out of the reach of children. h) Always purchase the battery pack recommended by the device manufacturer for the equipment.

i) Keep battery pack clean and dry.

j) Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty. k) Battery pack needs to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions. l) Do not leave battery pack on prolonged charge when not in use. m) After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.

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o) Retain the original product literature for future reference. p) Use only the battery pack in the application for which it was intended. q) Remove the battery pack from the equipment when not in use. r) Dispose of properly. s) Do not mix cells of different manufacture, capacity, size or type within a device. t) Keep the battery away from microwaves and high pressure.10 Cordless brushless grass trimmer EN SYMBOLS To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Wear eye protection Wear ear protection This part directs thrown objects away from the operator. Li-I on Li-Ion battery, battery must be recycled. Wear protective gloves Make sure the battery is removed prior to changing accessories. Trimming Do not burn Batteries may enter water cycle if disposed improperly, which can be hazardous for ecosystem. Do not dispose of waste batteries as unsorted municipal waste. POSITEC Inc. has established a partnership with the RBRC Corporation to recycle any Positec batteries with the RBRC-call2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash. After the batteries’ life cycle is ended, then please call 1-800-822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery.

• Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

Type WG176 WG176.X (1 - designation of machinery, representative of trimmer) WG176 WG176.X ** Rated voltage 20 V MAX *** No-load speed 5000 RPM (low speed) 6000 RPM (high speed) Cutting diameter 13”-15” (33 cm-38 cm) Line diameter .080" (2 mm) Line length 19.7’ (6 m) (dual-exit) Machine weight (bare tool)

** X may be followed by one or two characters. All models are the same except model number and

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“1” to “999” or English letter “A” to “Z” or “M1” to “M9” which means different package or the various of accessories packed in the package. *** Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.11 Cordless brushless grass trimmer EN SUGGESTED BATTERIES AND CHARGERS Category Type Capacity 20 V Battery WA3674 4.0 Ah WA3675 5.0 Ah 20 V Charger WA3801 2.0 A WA3881 2.0 A We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that sold you the tool. Refer to the accessory packaging for further details. Store personnel can assist you and offer advice.

Machine is intended for trimming grass.

5. ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

ACTION FIGURE Assembly Removing the tube plug NOTE: Before assembling the trimmer shaft, please remove the tube plug protector on the machine ƼVWX See Fig. A1 Assembling the trimmer shaft NOTE: Please assemble the shaft as shown in Fig. A2. See Fig. A2 Assembling the auxiliary handle NOTE: Please assemble the auxiliary handle as shown in Fig. B1. See Fig. B1, B2, B3 Assembling the safety guard Insert the metal bracket into the slot on the safety guard, then secure the guard in place using the screw and hex key. See Fig. C Adjusting cutting diameter Remove the screws and turn the line cutter to the correct position, then secure it. See Fig. D1, D2 Installing and removing the battery pack See Fig. E1, E2 Checking the battery charge condition NOTE: Fig. E3 only applies for the battery pack with battery indicator light. See Fig. E3 Charging the battery pack More details can be found in charger’s manual. See Fig. E4 OPERATION Starting WARNING! The cutting head continues to rotate after the trimmer has been switched off; wait until it has completely stopped then lay down the tool. 4VIWWXLIPSGOSJJFYXXSRƼVWXXLIR press the variable-speed trigger to start the machine. See Fig. F ECO speed For longer run time, press the ECO button and variable-speed trigger, then your machine will operate at a low speed. See Fig. G Trimming See Fig. H Bump feed See Fig. I Assembling and removing the trimmer head See Fig. J Winding the trimmer line Step 1: Remove the battery pack from the trimmer. Step 2: Rotate the trimmer head in the direction of the arrow so it aligns with the eyelet. Step 3: Insert the line into the eyelet (K2) and push the line until the end of the line comes out of the opposite eyelet. Step 4: Pull the line from the other side until equal lengths of the line appear on both sides of the trimmer head (no more than 9.8 ft on either side). Step 5: Rotate the head to load the line. NOTE: The spool must be wound while inside the trimmer head. The spool cannot be wound with line, then installed into the trimmer head. See Fig. K1, K2, K312 Cordless brushless grass trimmer EN OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! The charger and battery pack are specially designed to work together so do not attempt to use any other devices. Never insert or allow metallic objects into your charger or battery pack connections because an electrical failure and hazard will occur.

1. Bump-line feed system (See Fig. I)

The trimmer is equipped with a bump-line system. Just bump the trimmer head while the machine is running, new line will feed out.

2. Winding the trimmer line (See Fig. K1, K2)

Insert the replacement line through the eyelet and feed it through the other side. Ensure both ends of the line (recommended 19.7’ (6 m)) are even on each end of the trimmer head and cut the line. Turn the dial clockwise to wind the line around the spool until about 7.5” (19 cm) remains on either side.

Always remove the battery pack from your trimmer after use. Always check the product prior to being used for any damage. After use, disconnect the battery from the tool and check for damage. Your power tool requires no additional lubrication or maintenance. There are no user serviceable parts in your power tool. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store your power tool in a dry room temperature location. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working controls free of dust.

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line. Press the release tab to remove the spool cap and unscrew the bolts to clear the clogged grass. (See Fig. L1, L2, L3)

The ambient temperature range for the use and storage of tool and battery is 32 °F - 113 °F (0 °C - 45 °C). The recommended ambient temperature range for the charging system during charging is 32 °F - 104 °F (0 °C - 40 °C).

The following table gives problems and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly. If these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your WorxNITRO customer service.

WARNING: Switch the machine off and remove the battery prior to any troubleshooting.

Problems Possible causes Corrective action Trimmer fails to operate. Battery discharged. Battery too hot/cold. Motor is broken. Internal wiring of machine damaged. Recharge battery; also see the content in charger manual. Allow to cool/warm. Contact service agent. Contact service agent. Trimmer runs intermittently. Motor is broken. Battery not fully charged. On/off switch defective. Contact service agent. Recharge battery. Contact service agent. Excessive vibrations/ noise. Machine defective. Line spool is not wound well. Contact service agent. Rewind the line. See “Winding the trimmer line”.13 Cordless brushless grass trimmer EN Cutting time per battery charge too short. Battery has not been used for long period or only charged for short term. Grass too high. Battery defective. Fully charge battery; also see the content in charger manual. Cut in stages. Replace the battery. Machine does not cut. Line broken. Battery not fully charged. Motor is broken (speed is too low). Grass entangled around cutting head. Replace the line. Recharge battery; also see the content in charger manual. Contact service agent. Remove grass. Continuous lighting of the battery charge indicator. No charging procedure possible. Battery not (properly) inserted. Battery contacts contaminated. Battery defective. Properly insert battery into battery charger. Clean the battery contacts or replace the battery. Replace the battery. Positec USA, Inc. Charlotte, NC 28216 USA14 'SYTILIVFIWERWƼPWERWFEPEMW

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