DANGER ??? When using your edger, follow basic precautions.

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

read all instructions

???Read the operator???s manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

???Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.

???Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the edger blade.

???Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product.

???Dress properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of sturdy gloves is recommended. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

???Do not operate product when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear safety footwear and pants or slacks that cover your legs.

???Never operate this unit on the operator???s left side.

???Keep Children Away ??? Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If approached, stop motor and attachment.

???Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense. Do not use product while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.

???Do not operate in poor lighting.

???Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces. Keep cutting attachment below waist.

???Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.

???DANGER ??? Rotating Cutting MEMBER:

???Keep both hands on handles when blade is rotating.

???Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.

???Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when motor is running or when cutting member is moving.

???Make sure unit is unplugged when clearing jammed material from cutting member.

???Keep guards in place.

???Keep blade clean and sharp. Replace dull blades as needed.

???CAUTION: Cutting member coasts after turn off.

???Unplug from the power outlet before making any adjustments or repairs. Wear protective equipment and observe all safety instructions. When the unit is turned off, make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before setting the unit down.

???Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners. Replace any damaged parts before use.

???Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment or accessory on this product which was not provided with the product, or identified as appropriate for use with this product in the operator???s manual.

???Avoid dangerous environments - Do not use the product in damp or wet locations.

???Do not use in rain.

???If the product vibrates abnormally, immediately stop the motor and check for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

???Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the motor and make certain all moving parts have stopped.

???Service on the product must be performed by qualified repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user or damage to the product.

???Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the product. Use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of serious injury to the user, or damage to the product.

???To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a polar- ized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The 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.

???Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

???Don???t expose product to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

???Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands.

???When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked ???W-A??? or ???W???. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

???Store idle edger indoors ??? when not in use store in dry, and high or locked up place out of reach of children.

???Turn off all controls before unplugging.

???Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

???Do not use with damaged plug. If tool is not working as it should or has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an authorized service center.

???Do not leave the tool when plugged in. Unplug from the power outlet when not in use, before servicing, changing accessories, and before storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

???Don???t Abuse Cord ??? Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on a cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners or yank to disconnect. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

???Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

???Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

???In a double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.

???For household use only.

???Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) ??? Protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for the edger. Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

???Avoid Unintentional Starting ??? Don???t carry plugged in edger with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

???Don???t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the edger.

???Don???t Force Edger ??? It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at rate for which it was designed.

???Maintain Edger with Care ??? Keep sharp cutting edge clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect edger cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keeps handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

???Check Damaged Parts ??? Before further use of the edger, 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 alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that might effect 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.

???Use Right Appliance ??? Do not use edger for any job except that for which it is intended.

???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 prod- uct will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.

???Be sure all guards are properly and securely attached.

???Replace dull or worn blade; do not attempt to sharpen.

???Do not attempt to sharpen blade. Failure to heed this warning could result in excessive vibration causing serious personal injury or property damage.

???Use this edger for edging along sidewalks, driveways, and flower beds. Do not use for any other purpose.

???Do not use the edger on or near graveled surfaces.

???If the edger strikes any type of foreign object:

a)Stop the edger and disconnect from the power supply.

b)Inspect for damage to the edger attachment.

c)Correct damage before using the edger attachment. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

???Make yourself familiar with the area you are edging. Be aware of uneven sidewalks and holes in the terrain as well as other similar hazardous conditions (example: wire or wire rope which can break off and become a dangerous projectile). Always push the edger attachment slowly over rough ground.

???Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders or allow anyone near the area of operation. Use care in directingdischargetoavoidglassenclosures,automobiles, and the like.

???Always stop the motor and disconnect from power supply before attempting to remove any obstruction caught or jammed in the blade, installing attachment, or making any adjustments.

???To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow excessive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate on the product.

???Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when the motor is running or when the cutting blade is moving.

???Always keep your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle when the blade is rotating.

???Always be aware of the power cord???s location and keep clear of the area you are working in. Cords may become a trip hazard to the operator. Cords that are in the cutting path may be cut by the edger.

???Never stand or have any part of your body in line with the path of the edger blade.

???A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues to spin after the motor is stopped or throttle trigger released. Maintain proper control until the blade has completely stopped rotating.

???Do not leave product unattended.

???If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk.

???Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest

AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic- ing, use only identical replacement parts.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand com- pletely the operator???s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator???s manual, do not use this product. Call Homelite customer service for assistance.

DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three- wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

It is possible to tie the extension cord and power cord in a knot to prevent them from becoming disconnected during use. Make the knot as shown in figure 1, then connect the plug end of the power cord into the receptacle end of the extension cord. This method can also be used to tie two extension cords together.

WARNING:

The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool???s internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.

NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service, we suggest you return the product to your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original factory replace- ment parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this product on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the product does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.

EXTENSION CORDS

See Figure 1.

When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter???s Laboratories (UL) should be used.

When working outdoors with a product, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is designated with ???WA??? on the cord???s jacket.

A proper extension cord is available at an authorized service center.

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.

NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

WARNING:

Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use the product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.

CORD

RETAINER

powerhead pole

handle pole

edger guard

wheelS

adjusting knob

KNOW YOUR edger???/???Trencher

See Figure 2.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator???s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

CleanEdge??? BLOWER

The CleanEdge??? blower, at the base of the edger, is de- signed to blow debris from the blade area while edging paved surfaces.

cord retainer

A convenient cord retainer helps keep the extension cord connection secure during tool operation.

FRONT Handle

For ease of operation, the edger is equipped with a front handle.

lAWN eDGING AND TRENCHING

The edger blade can be adjusted to depths that allow for either lawn edging or for trenching.

lock-off BUTTON

The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting.

SPRING ASSIST FRONT WHEEL

The spring assist front wheel allows the user to determine the depth of the edger blade.

TELESCOPIng SHAFT

The shaft can be adjusted to different lengths for ease of use.

wheels

The front wheel and rear wheels are designed to fit snugly on top of curbs for improved edging.

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

nCarefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

nInspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

nDo not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-242-4672 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Edger???/???Trencher

Wrench

Operator???s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces- sories 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:

Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.

connecting the POLEs

See Figure 3.

Before using the edger, a one-time assembly is required. When removed from the box, the two poles are connected by an electrical cord as shown above.

nRemove packaging material from cord and discard.

nSlide the handle pole into the lower powerhead pole end until you hear the button click. The tubes are egg-shaped and will only install one way.

nLower the collar on the handle pole end to the threaded base on the powerhead pole end and rotate clockwise to secure.

NOTE: Handle pole and powerhead pole should not be able to separate from each other once assembled correctly. Repeat above steps if poles can be separated.

DANGER:

Failure to lock powerhead pole as directed above could result in serious injury or death.

collar

CORD

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 safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom- mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY

See Figure 4.

This product is designed with a cord retainer that prevents the extension cord from being pulled loose while using.

nForm a loop with the end of the extension cord.

nInsert loop portion of extension cord through opening in the bottom of the rear handle and place over cord retainer.

nSlowly pull loop against cord retainer until the slack is removed?? .

nPlug product into extension cord.

NOTE: Failure to remove all excess cord slack from extension cord retainer could result in plug loosening from receptacle.

OUTLET

END

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for the purpose listed below:

??? Edging around walkways, driveways, curbs, and flower beds

??? Trenching

STARTING AND STOPPING

See Figure 4.

To start the motor:

nConnect the edger to power supply. ???n Fully depress the lock-off button.

???n Fully depress the switch trigger.

nRelease the lock-off button.

To stop the motor:

n Release the switch trigger.

adjusting telescoping pole

See Figure 5.

nDisconnect the edger from the power supply.

nRotate the collar counterclockwise to loosen.

???n Push poles towards each other to shorten the pole or pull away from each other to lengthen the pole.

collar

Fig. 5

to increase depth

NOTE: Adjust hand placement on the shaft of the edger to keep proper balance. Do not attempt to use the edger at a length which does not allow you to achieve proper footing and balance at all times.

ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT

See Figures 6 - 7.

The depth of cut is determined by the distance from the bottom of the wheel to the tip of blade.

To adjust the blade depth:

???Stop the motor and unplug the edger.

???Loosen the adjusting knob and move the wheel up to increase the depth or down to decrease the depth.

???After adjustment is complete, tighten the adjusting knob securely.

NOTE: Adjust the blade depth from 1/2 in. to 1 in. deep initially. Make a shallow cut to test the cutting depth. If the cutting depth needs adjusting, this should be done progressively until the desired depth is reached. To increase blade life span, keep initial cutting depth at minimum and

to decrease depth

BLADE

DEPTH

adjusting knob

Fig. 6

increase depth setting only as blade wears.

USING THE EDGER

When using the edger, hold the unit with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation. The edger should be held at a comfortable position with the handle about hip height.

OPERATING TIPS

???The edger will edge along sidewalks, driveways, flower beds, and curbs.

???Cut at a steady pace. If the blade begins to bog down, you are edging too fast; slow your pace. Do not force the blade into the ground.

???Light contact of the blade against the sidewalk edge, curb, etc., is acceptable and will not damage the edger.

???Best appearance is obtained when grass is dry. Avoid edging in wet soil or wet grass areas or the blade guard might clog and result in an uneven edge. If the blade guard becomes clogged, stop the motor, unplug the edger, wait for blade to stop rotating, and remove debris from the blade guard.

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

WARNING:

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect from power supply. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

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 clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic, which may result in serious personal injury.

Stop the motor and unplug the edger whenever you leave the operating position. Unplug the edger before unclog- ging the blade guard or when making a repair, adjustment, inspection, etc.

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight.

You can often make adjustments and repairs described here. For other repairs, have the product serviced by an authorized service dealer.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to sharpen blade. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury or property damage.

blade nut

OUTer flange washer

blade

INNer flange washer

Fig. 8

16 mm socket wrench

???Stop the motor and unplug the edger.

???Using a 26 mm wrench, hold the inner flange washer.

???Using a 16 mm socket wrench, turn the blade nut coun- terclockwise to loosen.

?????? Remove blade nut, outer flange washer, blade, and inner flange washer.

???Reinstall the inner flange washer onto the edger shaft.

???Center the new blade on the inner flange washer, making sure the blade sits flat.

???Install the outer flange washer onto the edger shaft.

???Using a 26 mm wrench, hold the inner flange washer.

???Install the blade nut onto the edger shaft.

???Using a 16 mm socket wrench, turn the blade nut clock- wise and tighten securely.

NOTE:??? Always make sure the blade is correctly installed and securely fastened before each use.

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR PURCHASE!

Go to www.homelite.com and register your new tool on-line.

Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction.

For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Homelite Help Line!

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., (???Homelite???) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE brand outdoor product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Homelite???s, discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase.

???Two years for all models if used for personal, family, or household use;

???90 days for any unit used for other purposes, such as rental or commercial.

This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of the original retail purchase.

Any part of the this product manufactured or supplied by Homelite and found in the reasonable judgment of Homelite to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced without charge for parts and labor by a Homelite authorized service center.

The product, including any defective part, must be returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period. The expense of delivering the product to the dealer for warranty work and the expense of returning it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid by the owner. Homelite???s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any HOMELITE brand product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed by a Homelite authorized service center.

This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any HOMELITE brand product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purpose.

This warranty does not cover any HOMELITEbrand product that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in this operator???s manual. This warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any product that has been altered or modified. The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the homelite brand product or adversely affect its operation, performance, or durability. In addition, this warranty does not cover:

A.Tune-ups ??? Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor Adjustments, Ignition, Filters

B.Wear items ??? Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades, Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bags and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains

Homelite reserves the right to change or improve the design of any HOMELITE brand product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION

TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. ACCORDINGLY,

ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING

MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN

THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE

APPROPRIATE TWO-YEAR, ONE-YEAR, OR NINETY-DAY

WARRANTY PERIOD. HOMELITE???S OBLIGATION UNDER

THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY

LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF

DEFECTIVE PARTS AND HOMELITE DOES NOT ASSUME

OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY

OTHER OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW

LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY

LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU. HOMELITE ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY

FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER

DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, EXPENSE

OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED homelite SERVICE center AND EXPENSE OF

DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC???S

TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES,

RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME

WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL,

LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS

OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT,

LOSS OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES

DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE

ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This warranty applies to all HOMELITE brand products manufactured by or for Homelite and sold in the United States and Canada.

To locate your nearest Homelite authorized service center, dial 1-800-242-4672 or log on to our website at www.homelite.com.