Homelite UT44172 - Manual (Page 5)

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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 - Always wear eye protection with
side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure
to do so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
 Dress Properly- Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves when working outdoors. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing that could be caught in moving parts,
short pants, sandals 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
UT44172 36902252G
 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 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. 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 moving.
Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is
moving. Make sure grass shear is off, blades have stopped
moving, and padlock (not included) or 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.
 CAUTION — Blade coasts after being turned off.
 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, ensure blades have stopped, and
lock switch when not in use by installing padlock (not
included) or the lock-out pin, before attempting to clean
any obstruction caught or jammed in the blade, or before
removing and installing the blade.
 Avoid Accidental Starting — Never carry grass shear 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 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. Keep handles dry, clean, and free
from oil and grease
 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.