Cordless Grass Trimmer
User Guide
EN: P02
F: P15
ES: P24
WG183 WG183.9
PRODUCT SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read all instructions
FOR ALL APPLIANCES
- Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.
- Don’t Use In Rain.
- Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a distance from the work area.
- Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
- Use Safety Glasses – Always use a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
- Use Right Appliance – Do not use an appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
- Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
- Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
- Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliances when you are tired.
- Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up places – out of reach of children.
- 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.
- Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the appliance, 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 for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect 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.
FOR ALL BATTERY-OPERATED GARDENING
- Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to the battery pack, picking up, or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that has the switch on invites accidents.
- Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
- Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
- Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
- When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
- Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
- Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
- Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause an explosion.
- Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
- Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
- Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR LAWN TRIMMER AND EDGE TRIMMER
- Keep guards in place and in good working order.
- Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.
- Do not use heavier lines than recommended in this manual.
- Do not use line materials of other types – for example, metal wire, rope, and the like.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK
a) Do not dismantle, open or shred battery pack.
b) Do not expose the battery pack to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
c) Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do not store battery packs haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by other metal objects. When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or fire.
d) Do not remove the battery pack from its original packaging until required for use.
e) Do not subject the battery pack to mechanical shock.
f) In the event of battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
g) Observe the plus (+) and minus (–) marks on the battery back and equipment and ensure correct use.
h) Do not use any battery pack which is not designed for use with the equipment.
i) Keep the battery pack out of the reach of children.
j) Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or battery has been swallowed.
k) Always purchase the battery pack recommended by the device manufacturer for the equipment.
l) Keep the battery pack clean and dry.
m) Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
n) Battery pack needs to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions.
o) Do not leave battery pack on prolonged charge when not in use.
p) After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.
q) Battery pack gives its best performance when it is operated at normal room temperature (20 °C ± 5 °C).
r) When disposing of battery packs, keep battery packs of different electrochemical systems separate from each other.
s) Recharge only with the charger specified by Worx. Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
t) Retain the original product literature for future reference.
u) Use only the battery pack in the application for which it was intended.
v) Remove the battery pack from the equipment when not in use.
w) Dispose of properly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Li-Ion battery, battery must be recycled |
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Batteries may enter water cycle if disposed improperly, which can be hazardous for ecosystem. Do not dispose of waste batteries as unsorted municipal waste. |
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 POSITEC Inc. has established a partnership with the RBRC Corporation to recycle any Positec batteries with the RBRCcall2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash. After the batteries’ life cycle is ended, then please call 1-800-822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery. |
| 1. BATTERY PACK* | 9. AUXILIARY HANDLE |
| 2. ON/OFF SWITCH | 10. LOCK OFF SWITCH |
| 3. UPPER SHAFT | 11. BATTERY INDICATOR LIGHT |
| 4. HANDLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB | 12. CUTTING HEAD (SEE FIG.I) |
| 5. LOWER SHAFT | 13. SPOOL CAP (SEE FIG. J) |
| 6. SAFETY GUARD | 14. CAP RELEASE LATCH (SEE FIG.J) |
| 7.LINE FEED BUTTON | 15. SPOOL (SEE FIG.J) |
| 8. LINE CUTTER | 16. EYELET (SEE FIG.J) |
* Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.
TECHNICAL DATA
| WG183 | WG183.9 | |
| Voltage | 40  MAX(2x20V MAX) ** |
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| No Load Speed | 6800 /min | |
| Cutting Diameter | 13″ | |
| Line Diameter | 0.065″ | |
| Line length | 16 ft (Dual-Exit) | |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion | / |
| Battery Model | WA3525 (2.0 Ah) | / |
| Charger Model | WA3770 | / |
| Charger rating | Input: 120 V~60 Hz, 100 W Output 1: 20 , 2.0 A **Output 2: 20 , 2.0 A ** |
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| Charging time (approx.) Battery pack: 2.0Ah (1pc) 2.0Ah (2pcs) | 65mins 130mins |
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| Machine Weight | 6.4 lbs | 4.7 lbs |
**Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches a maximum of 20 volts. The nominal voltage is 18 volts.
*** Charger output 1 and output 2 mean two ports with the same output voltage and current.
ACCESSORIES
| WG183 | WG183.9 | |
| Battery pack (WA3525) | 2 | / |
| Charger (WA3770) | 1 | / |
| Spool (WA0007) | 1 | 1 |
| Spool cap(WA0216) | 1 | 1 |
| Safety guard | 1 | 1 |
| Auxiliary handle | 1 | 1 |
Only use the appropriate accessories intended for this tool. Accessory information can be found on the product packaging, at a Worx dealer or on our website at www.worx.com
ASSEMBLY and OPERATION
| ACTION | FIGURE |
| Assembly | |
| Assembling the Trimmer Shaft | See Fig. A |
| Assembling the Auxiliary Handle | See Fig. B |
| Assembling the Safety Guard | See Fig. C |
| Installing and Removing the Battery Pack NOTE: • This machine will only run when 2 batteries are installed. It is recommended to use the same two batteries and charge the two batteries at the same time. • When you use two batteries with different power, the machine will only run to the lower common denominator. |
See Fig. D1, D2 |
| Charging the battery pack NOTE: • The batteries are shipped uncharged. Each battery must be fully charged before the first use. • Always fully charge the two batteries at same time. More details can be found in the charger’s manual. |
See Fig.D3 |
| Battery power indicator on the machine See details in BATTERY STATUS section |
See Fig.D4 |
| OPERATION | |
| On/Off Switch |
See Fig. E |
| Trimming | See Fig. F |
| -Adjusting the Auxiliary handle | See Fig. G |
| Manually feeding the line | See Fig. H |
| Removing the Cap | See Fig. I |
| Cutting Head | See Fig. J |
| Changing the line spool | See Fig.K,L |
| Manually winding the line | See Fig. M,N,O,P |
BATTERY STATUS (See Fig. D4)
Before starting or after use, press the button beside the power indicator light on the machine to check the battery capacity. During operation, the battery capacity will be indicated automatically by the battery power indicator. The indicator constantly senses and displays the battery condition as follows. For the machine with 2 battery packs with different power, the power indicator light displays the battery condition with the lower one of the two batteries.
| Battery power indicator status | Battery condition |
Five green lights ( ) areilluminated. |
The two batteries are in a highly charged condition. |
| Two, three or four green lights are illuminated. |
The two batteries have a remaining charge. The more lights are illuminated the more battery capacity. |
| Only one green light() is illuminated. |
At least one battery is almostdepleted and needs to be charged. |
| No light is illuminated. | At least one battery is not fully installed or battery may be defective. |
| Only one light is flashing twice per cycle. | At least one battery is over discharged (please refer to the battery charge condition), please recharge the two batteries at once before use again or storage. |
| Only one light is flashing three timesper cycle. | At least one battery is hot, wait for them cool down before start again. |
| Only one light is flashing four times per cycle. | The machine is over load. Raise the cutting height or push slowly. |
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
- AUTOMATIC LINE FEED SYSTEM
When initially switching on the trimmer, a small length of line is fed out. A ‘clattering’ noise will be heard for a short time. This is normal and is caused by the line being cut by the line cutter. Once the line is cut to the correct length, the ‘clattering’ noise will stop and the trimmer motor will run at full speed. To feed more line, stop the trimmer completely, then restart, allowing the motor to reach full speed. Repeat this until you hear the ‘clattering’ noise of the line cutting. (Do not repeat this procedure more than 6 times) - MANUALLY FEEDING THE LINE (See Fig. H)
Press and release manual line feed button, whilst gently pull out the lines until the lines reach the line cutter. When the required amount of line is fed out, gently pull on the second line (there is no need to press the manual line feed button again). 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 rotate the spool anti-clockwise until the line is at the desired length.
Removing the Cap (See Fig. I)
Press and hold in the two latches. Pull the spool cap away from the Cutting Head. Keep the cap and spool holder clean from debris. To replace the cap, press it firmly towards the spool holder. Ensure that it is correctly connected by trying to remove it without depressing the two latches.
Changing the Line Spool (See Fig. K, L)
First, take off the cap and remove the old spool. Place new spool into cutting head. Feed one line through the eyelet, then repeat for the second line (See Fig. L). Release line from the cleat on the Spool. Reattach the cap. WARNING! Your Trimmer is designed to only use lines with a maximum diameter of 0.065”(1.65mm). Only use nylon line. IMPORTANT – Always wind the line onto the upper section of the spool first. - 3. MANUALLY WINDING THE LINE (SEE FIG.M, N, O, P)
Take approximately 16ft (5 m) line and insert 5/8” (15 mm) of line into one of the holes in the upper section of the spool. Wind the line in the direction of the arrows on the top of the spool.
Leave approximately 3.9’’ (100 mm) of line unwound and place it into the cleat. Repeat on the lower section of the spool. Care should be taken to 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 described above in “Changing the Line Spool”.
STORING YOUR GRASS TRIMMER
The trimmer is provided with a hanging slot for storing the trimmer on the wall. (See Fig. Q) Store in a dry place where the trimmer and battery can be protected from damage.
MAINTENANCE
FOR BATTERY TOOLS
The ambient temperature range for the use and storage of tool and battery is 0 ℃-45℃.
The recommended ambient temperature range for the charging system during charging is 0℃-40 ℃.
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.
| Problems | Possible Causes | Corrective Action |
| Trimmer fails to operate. | Battery discharged. Battery too hot/ cold. Motor is broken. Internal wiring of machine damaged. | Recharge battery; also see the content in charger manual Allow to cool/ warm. Contact Service Agent. Contact Service Agent. |
| Trimmer runs intermittently. | Motor is broken. Battery not fully charged. On/Off switch defective. | Contact Service Agent. Recharge battery. Contact Service Agent. |
| Excessive vibrations/ noise. | Machine defective. Line spool is not wound well. | Contact Service Agent. Rewind the line. See “MANUALLY WINDING THE LINE” |
| Cutting time per battery charge too short | Battery has not been used for long period or only charged for short term. Grass too high. Battery defective. | Fully charge battery; also see the content in charger manual. Cut in stages. Replace the battery. |
| Machine does not cut. | Line broken. Battery not fully charged. Motor is broken (speed is too low). Grass entangled around cutting head. | Replace the line Recharge battery; also see the content in charger manual. Contact Service Agent. Remove grass. |
| Continuous | Battery not | Properly insert |
| lighting of | (properly) | battery into |
| the battery charge indicator. | inserted.
Battery contacts |
battery charger. Clean the battery |
| No charging | contaminated. | contacts or |
| procedure | replace the | |
| possible. | battery. | |
| Battery | Replace the | |
| defective. | battery. | |
| Battery | Plug of battery | Insert mains plug |
| charge | charger not | (fully) into the |
| indicator does | plugged in | socket outlet. |
| not light up. | (properly). | |
| Check the mains | ||
| Socket outlet, mains cable or | voltage; have the battery charger | |
| battery charger | checked by an | |
| defective. | authorized after-sales service agent. | |
| Auto feed | Cutting line is | Manually feed the |
| does | not wound well. | line, if still can not |
| not work | The line is | feed out, remove |
| tangled. | the Spool out and rewind the line. | |
| Line is used up. | Replace with a new spool of line. |
