Start The Machine; Stop The Machine; Adjust The Trimmer Head Angle; Maintenance - GreenWorks PTE346 Manuel Opérateur

WARNING
If the blade jams on an electrical cord or line, DO NOT
TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN BE LIVE AND
DANGEROUS. Do the steps below:
1. Hold the insulated rear handle or put the machine down
and away from you.
2. Disconnect the electrically service to the damaged line
or cord before you try to free the blade.
4.1

START THE MACHINE

Figure 5.
1. Pull the small safety lock button upward.
2. Press the safety lock button.
3. Press the trigger while you hold the safety lock button.
4. Release the safety lock button.
WARNING
Hold the machine with two hands during operation.
4.2

STOP THE MACHINE

Figure 5.
1. Release the trigger to stop the machine.
4.3 ADJUST THE TRIMMER HEAD
ANGLE
Figure 6.
The trimmer head pivots 135° and can be locked into 7
positions within that range.
1. Pull the pivot button and move the head forward or
backward to your desired position.
2. Release the pivot button.
WARNING
The trimmer head should lock securely in place.
5

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION
Do not let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based materials
touch the plastic parts. Chemicals can cause damage to the
plastic, and make the plastic unserviceable.
CAUTION
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic
housing or components.
WARNING
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
maintenance.
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5.1

CLEAN THE MACHINE

Keep the machine and the motor free of leaves, branches or
excessive oil to prevent fire risks.
• Use a moist cloth with a mild detergent to clean the
machine.
• Clean all moisture with a soft dry cloth.
• Use a small brush to clean the air vents.
5.2

LUBRICATE THE BLADE

To increase the efficiency and life of the blades, lubricate
them carefully after each work session:
• Put the machine on a flat and smooth surface.
• Use a soft cloth to clean the blades and a brush to remove
more dirt.
• Use a light layer of oil to lubricate the blades along the
top edge of the blade.
We recommend to use the non-pollutant type oil.
6

STORE THE MACHINE

Clean the machine before storage.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Let the motor cool.
3. Check that there are no loose or damaged components. If
it is necessary, replace the damaged components, tighten
screws and bolts, or speak to a person of an approved
service center.
4. Store the machine in a cool and dry location.
7

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
The motor shuts
down whilst work-
ing.
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WARNING
NOTE
NOTE
Possible cause Solution
Make sure that
The battery pack is you tighlty instal-
not installed tight- led the battery
ly. pack in the ma-
chine.
The battery pack is Charge the battery
out of power. pack.
The machine has Do not use the ma-
damage. chine and speak to
service center.
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