Homelite UT44173 User Manual - Page 12

MAINTENANCE WARNING: This battery powered shrubber is always in an operating condition and the blades can move if the switch trigger and lock-out button are pushed. The bottom cover latch should always be moved to the unlock (motor disabled) position when removing cut or jammed material from the blades, when changing blades or accessories, when transporting the shurbber, and when the shrubber is not in use. If the tool is left unattended, remove the blades and store them in a separate location out of the reach of children. Failure to follow these instructions could result in accidental or unauthorized starting of the grass shear and cause serious personal injury. WARNING: This battery powered shrubber is always in an operating condition and the blades can move if the switch trigger and lock-out button are pushed. Be careful when removing the shrubber from the carton and during the assembly process to prevent accidental starting, which could result in serious personal injury. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: 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. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury. Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center. WARNING: Blades are sharp. When handling the blade assembly, wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves. Do not place your hand or fingers between blades or in any position where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER touch blades or service unit while running. REMOVING/CHANGING BLADES See Figure 5. To unlock bottom cover and remove blade:  Slide bottom cover latch to the right .  Pull the bottom cover down to remove.  Remove the blades. To install/replace blades:  Install blades into the hole on the bottom of the shrubber.  Place bottom cover slots onto tabs and slide close.  Slide bottom cover latch tleft to lock cover. LUBRICATING THE BLADES See Figure 6. For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate shrubber blades before and after each use. If you will be using the shrubber for an extended period, it is advisable to oil the blades during use.  Stop the motor and allow blades to stop moving.  Slide bottom cover latch to the right and disable motor. to unlock cover  Lay the shrubber on a flat surface. Apply light weight machine oil along the edge of the top blade. NOTE: Do not oil while the shrubber is running.  Slide bottom cover latch left to lock. Page 10 - English