Homelite UT44171 Trimmer User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
See Figure 7.
Stop the motor.
Install padlock (not included) or lock-out pin into switch
trigger hole. Keep both hands away from switch.
Remove the screws securing motor housing cover, then
remove cover.
Lift batteries from motor housing enough to expose leads
and battery terminals.
Using wire cutters with rubber coated or insulated
handles, clip the battery leads and remove the battery for
disposal.
Remove padlock or lock-out pin from switch trigger
hole.
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of
batteries properly.
This product contains nickel-cadmium
batteries. Local, state or federal laws may
prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary
trash.
Consult your local waste authority for
information regarding available recycling
and/or disposal options.
WARNING:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with
heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy
or disassemble battery pack or remove any of its
components. Nickel-cadmium batteries must be recycled
or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both terminals
with metal objects and/or body parts as short circuit may
result. Keep away from children. Failure to comply with
these warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.
STORING THE SHRUBBER
See Figure 8.
Install padlock (not included) into switch trigger hole.
NOTE: The lock-out pin does not protect against
unauthorized usage. Only a locked padlock with the key
stored in another location can prevent unauthorized use
of the shrubber.
Clean all foreign material from the shrubber. Store indoors
in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children.
Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi-
cals and de-icing salts.
Always place the scabbard on the cutting blades before
transporting or storing the unit.
Store the product where the temperature is below 80°F.
Store the product in a “discharged” condition.