Homelite UT 44100 manual important safety instructions, read all instructions, Page 

important safety instructions

	c)	Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
WARNING:		exposure per day.
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow	d)	Keep the product well maintained, fasteners
		tightened and worn parts replaced.
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
	If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
fire, and/or serious personal injury.
	immediately discontinue use and see your physician about
read all instructions	these symptoms.
	 Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts. Failure
 For safe operation, read and understand all instructions
	to do so may cause poor performance, possible injury,
before using this product. Be familiar with all controls and	and will void your warranty.
proper use of the machine. Follow all safety instructions.	 Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment or
Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can	accessory on this product which was not provided with
result in serious personal injury.	the product or identified as appropriate for use with this
 Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this	product in the operator’s manual.
unit.	 Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use the product
 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to	in damp or wet locations. Do not use in rain.
be used and remove all foreign objects.	 Use the right appliance. Do not use the hedge trimmer
 Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply	for any job except that for which it is intended.
with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product.	 Do not use on steps, a ladder, or unstable support. Stable
 Dress properly. Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves.	footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, or go	product in unexpected situations.
barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.	 Do not force the hedge trimmer. It will do the job better
 Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entan-	and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
glement in moving parts.	which it was designed.
 Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.	 DANGER — Keep hands away from cutting area. Keep
 Stay Alert — Watch what you are doing; use common	both hands on handles when power is on.
	 Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath
sense. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.	work or around or over the blade while blade is rotating.
	Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is
 Do not operate in poor lighting.
	moving. Make sure trimmer is off when clearing jammed
 Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-
	materials from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting
reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot
	blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the
surfaces.
	hedge trimmer.
 Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
	 CAUTION — Blade coasts after being turned off.
 Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, etc.
	 To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product has a
Replace any damaged parts before use.
	polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will
 When not in use, product should be stored indoors in a
	require the use of a polarized extension cord. The plug
dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children.	will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the
 It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools	plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome	plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized
in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling,	extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require
numbness, and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent	the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to	polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit
cold and dampness, diet, smoking, and work practices	fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still
are all thought to contribute to the development of these	does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
symptoms. It is presently unknown what, if any, vibrations	proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,
or extent of exposure may contribute to the condition.	extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any
There are measures that can be taken by the operator to	way.
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:	 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
	product or to disconnect the plug from an outlet. Keep
the unit wear gloves to keep your hands and wrists	cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor	Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.	increase the risk of electric shock.

b) After each period of operation, exercise to		Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
increase blood circulation.
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