Maintenance; Inspection; Cleaning - Oregon ST600 Mode D'emploi

Maintenance

WARNING: A battery operated tool with the
battery pack inserted can start accidentally.
Remove the battery pack before inspecting,
cleaning, or performing maintenance.
CAUTION: Inspect the string trimmer
regularly. Regular inspection is the first step
to proper maintenance. Follow the guidelines
below to maximize safety and satisfaction.
Have any damaged or excessively worn parts
replaced immediately.
CAUTION: When cleaning the string
trimmer, do not immerse in water or other
liquids. Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the string trimmer.

Inspection

Before each use, and if the string trimmer has
been dropped, inspect these parts:
TRIMMER HEAD
• Make sure the trimmer head is free of cracks or
other damage If it is damaged, replace it Serious
personal injury can result if a damaged trimmer
head breaks during use
• Check that the trimmer head rotates freely and
that the trimmer line advances If the trimmer
head fails to rotate freely, see "Correcting Grass
Bind"
• If the trimmer line gets stuck or is tangled, open
the GSL head and check the disk Replace or
reinstall the disk as needed
• Inspect the grass wrap protector to make sure it
is not cracked, broken, or loose If it is damaged,
replace it
• Inspect the guard and replace it if it is damaged
POWERHEAD
• The handle should not have cracks or other
damage It should be clean, dry, and free of oil,
moisture, or anything else that prevents a firm
grip
• The electronics cooling vent should be clear and
free of debris
• The battery pack should be clean, dry, and show
no signs of puncture, impact, or other damage
The contacts should be clean, dry, and free of
debris
ST600 Multi-attachment
Operation and Maintenance
• The battery port and contacts should be clean,
dry, and free of debris
• The variable speed trigger should operate
smoothly and should cause increased powerhead
speed with increased pressure
• The variable speed trigger should prevent the
motor starting if it is not depressed
• Screws should be tight and hold each component
in place

Cleaning

CAUTION: When cleaning the powerhead
and attachments, do not immerse in water or
other liquids. Do not use a pressure washer to
clean the powerhead and attachments.
• Remove the battery
• Remove any debris from the intake screen to
ensure unrestricted airflow
• Clear any debris from the battery port and wipe
the contacts
• Wipe dust and clippings from the string trimmer
BATTERY PACK
IMPORTANT: There are no user serviceable
parts inside the battery pack. Do not
disassemble.
Lithium ion batteries have a finite operating life
If the amount of use time per charge decreases
noticeably under normal use, the battery pack is
at the end of its useful life and should be replaced
• Make sure the battery pack, including the
contacts, is clean, dry, and has no signs of
puncture, impact, or other damage Broken
batteries can cause fires or emit hazardous
chemicals
• Clean dirty contacts with a soft, dry cloth Dirt
or oil can cause a poor electrical connection
resulting in loss of power
• Store battery with a full charge, on a charger
when possible
CHARGER
IMPORTANT: There are no user serviceable
parts inside the charger. Do not disassemble.
• Unplug the charger from the electrical outlet
• Clean dirty contacts with a soft, dry cloth
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