Problem Possible Cause Corrective Measure
Garden tool subject to
overload
Grass too high/dense Cut in stages
Poor cutting
performance
Garden tool subject to overload Move the device more slowly
Excessive cutting line Rewind the line (see gure J) and check the cutter
Protection guard encrusted with mud Clean inside of the protection guard
Garden tool does
not cut
Cutting line too short/broken o Feed cutting line using manual feed button (see gure J)
Spool empty
Replace the spool (see gure J)
Line retracts into spool Cutting line too short/broken o
Remove spool – rethread line (see gure J)
Line breaks frequently
Line inside the spool entangled
Remove spool – rewind line (see gure J)
Trimmer used incorrectly
Only trim with the tip of the line, avoid touching stones,
walls and other hard objects. Feed the line regularly to
maintain full cutting diameter.
Diameter of cutting thread is too small Use recommended cutting line
Heavy vibrations
Cutting line broken
see gure J
Imbalance in cutting head or cutting means
Remove any mud/contamination from the cutting head.
Check the cutting head and contact dealer in case of
damage
Protection guard incorrectly mounted Mount protection guard correctly
Flashing red battery
charge indicator
No charging
procedure possible
Battery not (properly) inserted Properly insert battery in charger
Battery contacts contaminated Clean the battery contacts (e. g. by inserting and remo-
ving the battery several times) or replace the battery
Battery defective Replace the battery
Battery charge
indicators do not
light up
Mains plug of battery charger not plugged
in (properly)
Insert mains plug (fully) into the socket outlet
Socket outlet, mains cable or battery
charger defective
Check the mains voltage; have the battery charger
checked by an authorised after-sales service agent for
Honda power tools
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage
u Before any work on the garden product itself (e. g.
maintenance, tool change, etc.) as well as during
transport and storage, remove the battery from
the garden product. There is danger of injury when
unintentionally actuating the On/O switch.
u For safe and proper working, always keep the
product clean.
Clean and maintain the product before storage.
To ensure safe and ecient operation, always keep the
product and the ventilation slots clean. Never spray the
product with water.
Never immerse the product in water.
Store the product in a secure, dry place, out of the reach of
children.
Do not place other objects on the product.
Do not leave the product on the ground. Trip hazard!
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure safe
working with the product.
Inspect the product and replace worn or damaged parts for
safety.
Ensure replacement parts tted are Honda-approved.
The product must not be modied, any modication
made may cause injuries.
Transporting the Lawn Trimmer
Carry the lawn trimmer in one hand, well balanced on
the shaft, with the cutting means pointing to the rear.
Secure the lawn trimmer against tipping over and shif
-
ting during transport.
Battery Maintenance
Use the following procedures to enable optimum usage
of the battery:
– Protect the battery against moisture and water.
– Store the machine and battery only within a
temperature range between –20°C and 50°C . As
an example, do not leave the battery in the car in
summer.
– It is recommended that the battery is not stored within
the product but stored separately.
– Do not leave the battery in the product in direct
sunlight.
– The ideal storage condition for the battery is 5°C.
– Occasionally clean the venting slots of the battery
using a soft, clean and dry brush.
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