WORX 3-in-1 Trimmer / Edger / Mini mower

Important Safety Instructions

California Proposition 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, phthalate or bisphenol A which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hands after use. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

General Safety: When using cordless gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. Always read all instructions.

For All Appliances

1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Do not use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Do not use in Rain.
3. Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a distance from the work area.
4. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can be caught in moving parts. Wear protective clothing, including work gloves, long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, and substantial footwear. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5. Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
6. Use Right Appliance - Do not use the 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 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 the appliance when you are tired.
10. Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in a dry, high, or locked-up place out of reach of children.
11. Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep the 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, a damaged guard or other part should be carefully checked to ensure it operates properly. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting, and any other condition that may affect operation. Damaged parts should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center.

For All Battery-Operated Gardening Appliances

1. For all battery-operated gardening appliances:
   • Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet locations.
   • Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
   • Always remove or disconnect the battery pack before adjusting, cleaning, servicing, or transporting the lawn trimmer.
2. For all battery-operated products employing a detachable or separable battery:
   • Use only the specified type and size battery(ies) for WG170 series: WA3520, WA3525, WA3575, WA3578, WA3577, WA3641.
   • Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire, as the cell may explode. Check local codes for disposal instructions.
   • Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
   • Exercise care in handling batteries to avoid shorting them with conducting materials like rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
3. Avoid unintentional starting – Do not insert the battery with your finger on the switch. Be sure the switch is off when inserting the battery.

Additional Safety Rules for Lawn Trimmer and Edge Trimmer

1. Keep guards in place and in working order.
2. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.
3. Do not use heavier lines than recommended in this manual.
4. Do not use line materials of other types, such as metal wire or rope.

General Safety Warnings for Battery Pack

WARNING: Failure to follow warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

1. WARNING: Risk of fire and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or incinerate. Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
2. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep cells or batteries of different electrochemical systems separate from each other when disposing.
3. Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use.
4. Never put batteries in mouth. If swallowed, contact a physician or local poison control center.
5. CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Replace battery only with (WORX) specified batteries. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
6. WARNING: Do not use a visibly damaged battery pack or appliance.
7. WARNING: Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or battery pack.
8. BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED.
9. Do not short-circuit a cell or battery. Do not store cells or batteries haphazardly where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive materials.
10. Do not subject cells or batteries to mechanical shock.
11. Keep cells and batteries clean and dry. Wipe terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
12. Do not charge secondary cells and batteries when not in use.
13. Retain the original cell and battery literature for future reference.
14. Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer's instructions for proper charging.
15. When possible, remove the battery from the equipment when not in use.
16. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up, or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or an energized appliance invites accidents.
17. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing. These measures reduce the risk of accidental starting.
18. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, seek medical help. Liquid ejected may cause irritation or burns.
19. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.

Symbols and Their Meanings

• ? To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.
• ? Wear ear protection.
• ?️ Wear eye protection.
• ?? To avoid possibility of electric shock, do not use in damp or wet conditions.
• ⚠️ 50ft (15m) Keep all other people, including children, pets, and bystanders outside the 50 feet (15 meters) hazard zone; stop the trimmer immediately if you are approached.
• ♻️ Li-Ion Li-Ion battery, battery must be recycled.
• Recycling Information: 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, call 1-800-822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery.
• Edging: Icon indicating edging function.
• Trimming: Icon indicating trimming function.
• ? Lock: Icon indicating a lock mechanism.
• ? Unlock: Icon indicating an unlock mechanism.
• ?➡️? Make sure the battery is removed prior to changing accessories.

Parts Identification

The following parts are identified in the diagrams:

1. Rear Handle
2. ON/OFF Switch
3. Battery Pack
4. Auxiliary Handle Locking Knob
5. Spool Holder
6. Locking Collar
7. Telescopic Shaft
8. Pivot Head Locking Knob
9. Flower Guard
10. Safety Guard
11. Lower Shaft Coupling
12. Auxiliary Handle
13. Command Feed Button
14. Lock Off Button
15. Edger/Trimming Support Wheels
16. Line Cutter

Note: Not all accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

Technical Data

* Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.

Accessories

Only use the appropriate accessories intended for this tool. Accessory information can be found on the product packaging, at a WORX dealer, or on the website at www.worx.com.

WARNING: Any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.

Assembly & Operation

Assembly

• Assembling the Safety Guard: Refer to Figures A1, A2.
• Mounting the Edger/Trimming Support Wheels: There are three optional positions for attaching the Edger/Trimming Support Wheels. Figure B1 is for Edging. Figures B2 and B3 are for Trimming.
• Installing and Removing the Battery Pack: Refer to Figure C. Your Battery Pack is UNCHARGED and must be fully charged once before it is used.

Operation

• Checking the Battery Condition: Refer to Figure D1.
• Charging the Battery Pack: Refer to Figure D2. More details can be found in the charger's manual. WARNING: The charger and battery pack are designed to work together; do not attempt to use other devices. Never insert metallic objects into charger or battery pack connections.
• Safety ON/OFF Switch: Refer to Figure E. WARNING: The cutting head continues to rotate after the trimmer has been switched off; wait until it has completely stopped before laying down the tool.
• Adjusting the Shaft: Refer to Figure F.
• Adjusting the Auxiliary Handle: Refer to Figure G.
• Using the Flower Guard: Refer to Figure H.
• Trimming:
  • Adjusting the Trimmer Head: Refer to Figures I1, I2, I3, I4.
  • Trimming/Mowing: For trimming/mowing (Fig. J1), mount the wheels following Fig. B3. For trimming (Fig. J2), mount the wheels following Fig. B2. You can also use the machine without guide wheels on the guard when trimming.
• Edging:
  • Main Handle Rotation: The main handle can be adjusted at angles of ±90°. Refer to Figures K1, K2.
  • Changing the tool into the Edging mode: Refer to Figure K3.
  • Edging: Refer to Figure K4.

Line Feeding/Winding Instruction

1. Automatic Line Feed System: When initially switching on the trimmer, a small length of line is fed out. Each time the tool is started from rest, it will advance about 0.25 inches of trimmer line. A 'clattering' noise will be heard when the lines hit the Line Cutter. This is normal. After about 5 seconds, the line will be cut to the correct length, and the noise will reduce as the motor gains full speed. If the noise of the line being cut cannot be heard, more line needs to be fed out. To feed more line, allow the trimmer to stop completely, then restart to allow the motor to reach full speed. Repeat until the line hits the Line Cutter.
2. Command Feed System (See Fig. L): Your trimmer is equipped with a Command Feed System. To efficiently feed the line, press the command feed button while the machine is running until you hear the 'clattering' noise of the line cutting. The motor will shut off when pressing the button and restart when releasing it. During this process, the line will automatically feed additional line for cutting.
3. Manually Feeding the Line (See Fig. M): Turn off the trimmer and remove the battery. If required, line can be fed out manually. To operate, press and release the manual Line Feed Button, while gently pulling out the line until it is long enough to reach the Line Cutter. If the line extends past the Line Cutter, too much line has been fed out. If too much line is fed out, remove the Spool Cap and turn the Spool counter-clockwise until the line is at the desired length.
4. Manually Winding the Line (See Fig. O1, O2, O3, O4): Take approximately 10ft (3m) of line. Insert 5/8 inch (15mm) of line into the Spool holes and wind line in the direction of the arrows on the top of the Spool. Leave approximately 4 inches (100mm) of line unwound and place into the cleat. Ensure that the line is neatly coiled on the Spool. Failure to do so will impair the efficiency of the automatic line feed. Then fit the Spool as shown in Fig. N1, N2, N3.

Maintenance

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. 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 place, out of the reach of children. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working controls free of dust.

For Battery Tools: The ambient temperature range for the use and storage of the tool and battery is 0°C-45°C. The recommended ambient temperature range for the charging system during charging is 0°C-40°C.

Troubleshooting

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 WORX Customer Service at 1-866-354-WORX.

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