Homelite UT44170 manual Important safety instructions, Read all instructions

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important safety instructions

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions. When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

read all instructions

For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using this product. Be familiar with all controls and proper use of the machine. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious personal injury.

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

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects.

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

Dress properly - Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves when working outdoors. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could be caught in moving parts, short pants, or go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.

Keep children away - Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.

Stay Alert — Watch what you are doing; use common sense. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Do not operate in poor lighting.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

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

Use only with charger listed.

MODEL CHARGER

UT44170 3511T72T

Do not overreach - Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.

Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part. Do not touch or try to stop cutting blades when they are moving.

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

Store idle appliance indoors - When not in use, product should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children. Power tools are dangerous in the

hands of untrained users.

Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts. Failure to do so may cause poor performance, possible injury, and will void your warranty.

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. Do not handle or operate the unit with wet hands.

Use the right appliance - Do not use the grass shear/ shrubber for any job except that for which it is intended.

Do not use on steps, a ladder, or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the product in unexpected situations.

Do not force appliance - Do not force the grass shear/ shrubber. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

DANGER — Keep hands away from cutting area.

Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath work or around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving. Make sure trimmer is off and padlock (not included) or lockout pin is installed when clearing jammed materials from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the grass shear/shrubber.

CAUTION — Blade coasts after being turned off.

Warning: Use outdoor extension cords marked SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOWA. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the grass shear/shrubber. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil or grease.

Do not charge in rain or in wet locations.

Always stop the motor and lock switch when not in use, before attempting to clean any obstruction caught or jammed in the blade, or before removing and installing the blade.

Do not use power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes.

Avoid accidental starting - never carry grass shear/shrubber with finger on switch. Stop the motor when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another. If the tool is left unattended, install the padlock (not included) in the trigger to avoid unauthorized use.

Maintain grass shear/shrubber with care - Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsRead all instructions Important safety instructionsSpecific Safety Rules Safety Rules for Charger Important Safety InstructionsName Explanation SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceBlades FeaturesProduct Specifications LOCK-OFF ButtonPacking List AssemblyConnecting the poles UnpackingCharging the Grass SHEAR/SHRUBBER Installing/removing/CHANGING bladesOperation ApplicationsStarting and Stopping with the extension handle Switch TriggerInstalling/removing the extension handle Starting and StoppingOperating the Grass shear/shrubber Cutting TipsLubricating the Blade MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance Cleaning the Grass shear/shrubberBattery Pack Removal and Preparation for Recycling BatteriesSTORing the Grass shear/shrubber Key Part Number Description Qty Exploded View and Parts ListLimited Warranty Statement WarrantyPage Serial Number Model Number