Homelite UT44175, Operator'S Manual

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HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
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Maintain 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. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
 Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical
outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery
tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
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Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or
heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
 Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
 Batteries can vent hydrogen gas and explode in the
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To
reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any
cordless product in the presence of open flame or sparks.
An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If
exposed, flush with water immediately.
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For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a
location where the temperature is more than 50°F but less
than 100°F. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
do not store outside or in vehicles.
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Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also to
prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
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Before using battery charger, read all instructions and
cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger,
battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of
the products and possible injury or damage.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
the charger and battery, charge only the UT44175 as
specifically designated on your charger. Other types of
batteries may burst, causing personal injury or damage.
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Do not use charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp
conditions.
Water entering charger will increase the risk
of electric shock.
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Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the
battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
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Do not abuse cord or charger. Never use the cord to
carry the charger. Do not pull the charger cord rather than
the plug when disconnecting from receptacle. Damage
to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric
shock hazard. Replace damaged cords immediately.
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Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges or
moving parts or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which
could cause injury, and damage to the cord, which could
result in electric shock.
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Keep cord and charger from heat to prevent damage
to housing or internal parts.
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Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products,
etc. come in contact with plastic parts.
They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
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An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary.
Use of improper extension cord could result
in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must
be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number,
size and shape as those of plug on charger.
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of
charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
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Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug,
which could cause shorting and electric shock. If damaged,
have the charger replaced by an authorized serviceman.