User Manual
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1. Instructions To adjust the pole length e Unlock cam lock by yo pulling the lever away from the pole Tool Instructions _ iia Your UpperHand tools can be used in hand or on the pole Please pay attention to the different way each tool operates when in hand or on the pole PRUNER Your UpperHand pruner has a unique 4 stage ratcheting feature This means you do not need to strain to cut through thicker limbs When using in hand mode or pole mode it is important to use the pruner in the correct way Slide the branch firmly under the blade it may help to give a slight downward twist using the blade handle Close the shears until resistance is felt stage 1 Do not force the pruners beyond this point Allow the shears to open slightly you will hear a click as the pawl en gages the next notch of the ratchet mechanism stage 2 No need to open the shears any further Again close the shears until resistance is felt Repeat for stages 3 and 4 until the branch is cut 2010 STRETTA INC FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL US AT 877 379 1651 OR SEND AN E MAIL TO CUSTOMERSERVICE UPPERHAND COM When cutting small branches or shoots you can bypass the ratchet action by cutting with the tip of the blade When using pruner on the pole follow the above steps by squeezing the lever on the pole as if the pruner were in your hand MAINTAINING YOUR PRUNER After use simply wipe blades clean of moist2. any body parts e Use extreme caution when lowering or adjusting the saw blade pruner as it may cause injury to your head or other parts of your body that it may come in contact with e When using the spray can holder hold nozzle away from face at all times This is true for use with any spray can product that can be inserted into the spray can holder Follow all instructions and safety warnings listed on the spray can product at all times Stretta Inc cannot be held responsible for any harm that comes as a result of mishandling spray cans e Failure to heed all safety warnings and instructions could result in serious bodily injury or property damage e Improper use of the UpperHand product can cause serious or fatal injury Stretta Inc its affiliates subsidiaries importers distributors and dealers are not responsible for and shall not be liable for any fatality injury loss or damage resulting from improper use of the UpperHand product The person ultimately responsible for your safety is you CARE INSTRUCTIONS Clean blades periodically with solvent to remove residue and lightly oil This will prolong the life of the blades WARNING Use extreme caution when cleaning to avoid injury 2010 STRETTA INC FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL US AT 877 379 1651 OR SEND AN E MAIL TO CUSTOMERSERVICE UPPERHAND COM UPPERHAND LADDERLESS HOME CARE SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Upper tube moves into lower Adjustment lock lever is
3. User Manual The UpperHand LadderLess Home Gare System is designed to make overhead tasks simple and safe to perform Carefully read all manual instructions for proper use and safety guidelines We hope you enjoy your UpperHand experience INSTRUCTIONS WARRANTY AND TROUBLESHOOTING KEVIN TROUDT INVENTOR amp CEO A CAUTION A READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE Your UpperHand Kit comes with a specially designed adjustable pole and three task specific tools that can be used in hand or on the pole The kit includes an adjustable 10 pole pruner with four stage ratcheting action angular adjustable saw and a spray can holder Each tool works as well in your hand on the ground as on the pole INSTRUCTIONS Attaching Tool to Pole To use the pole select the desired UpperHanad attachment To install the tool to the pole Line up the key found at the handle end of the tool to matching recess on the receiver Op posite the lever end of the pole Push the attachment into the receiver until you hear the click Test that the connection is secure by pulling on the tool it should remain fixed to the receiver If the tool releases repeat the above steps until the tool is secure Now you are ready to work Adjust your UpperHand pole to the desired length squeeze the handle lever and using our RLA Remote Lever Actuation the tool will do the rest Adjustable Pole
4. he UpperHand LadderLess Home Care System must be used only as described in the directions Uses outside of what is listed in the UpperHand LadderLess Home Care System User Manual is at the discretion and responsibility of the purchaser WARNINGS e DANGER RISK OF ELECTROCUTION Do not use the UpperHand product within 50 feet 15 meters of any power lines or electrical wires Failure to heed this warning may result in serious injury or death by electrocution e DO NOT use the UpperHand product to cut anything other than tree limbs DO NOT use the UpperHand product while cutting directly above your head DO NOT use the UpperHand product while standing on a ladder or other unstable surfaces DO NOT use the UpperHand product while in trees or while climbing trees DO NOT use any UpperHand product with sharp edges around children or other adults Always store the UpperHand product out of the reach of children Not for use by anyone under the age of 18 e Only operate the UpperHand product from a secure working position Insecure positioning may cause the user to fall or drop the UpperHand product putting the user and others on the ground at risk of injury e Keep others away from work area e Guard against endangering people or property with falling branches or debris Always use a hard hat eye protection when using the UpperHand product The saw blade and pruner blade are extremely sharp do not touch or make contact with
5. not closed Close pole adjust lock lever pole when lever is pulled Adjustment lock clamp too loose Open lock lever tighten adjust lock clamp nut clockwise one full turn close lock lever and test repeat until pruner finishes cut Pruner Pole lever moves but pruner Pruner internal linkage not connected to Remove and re attach pruner to pole does not cut receiver receiver and listen for the click Pruner Pruner cuts only part way Improper technique while actuating lever Follow steps in Pruner Tool through branch Instructions on page 2 Pruner Blade cuts most of the way Improper technique while actuating lever Follow steps in Pruner Tool through branch but won t Instructions on page 2 finish Pruner lever needs adjusting Locate recessed set screw at end of lever using 5 32 allen wrench turn screw clockwise 180 degrees this brings the blade Closer to the anvil Saw unlocks from position Saw internal linkage not connected to the Remove and re attach saw to pole receiver while cutting pole receiver listen for the click making sure receiver lock is seated Sprayer Premature or continued Improper setup of aerosol can in Sprayer Make sure there is a small gap approx spraying from aerosol can can holder 1 16 between Sprayer Trigger and aerosol can nozzle when securing spray can in holder Sprayer Aerosol sprays the wrong Improper orientation of aerosol can nozzle Make sure spray can nozzle orifice is point direction no
6. ommercial services RETURN POLICY All UpperHand tools purchased from Stretta for non commercial use have a 30 day no questions asked money back guarantee If you are not satisfied with our product return it within 30 days Refunds will not be issued until Stretta receives the returned product with proof of purchase Upon receipt of the product and proof of purchase we will give you credit for the purchase amount less Shipping amp Handling All refunds will be made to the credit debit card used in the original purchase Please allow 2 3 weeks from the return shipped date for your account to be credited and 1 2 billing cycles for the credit to appear on your statement Please note that your banking institution may require additional days Shipping Note Securely pack and seal the product with proof of purchase if a return and send back to us using an insured or tracking service to the below address This will provide you with recourse on your package Stretta cannot accept responsibility for packages that we do not ship ourselves Mail package to UpperHand 7850 Ruffner Avenue Dept 4000 Van Nuys CA 91406 Customer Service 1 877 379 1651 M F 5am 5pm PST 2010 STRETTA INC FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL US AT 877 379 1651 OR SEND AN E MAIL TO CUSTOMERSERVICE UPPERHAND COM SAFETY amp WARNINGS Read and follow Instructions from the User Manual and Safety amp Warnings information before using your UpperHand product T
7. on 7 aS a Make sure spray can b nozzle is pointing forward away from the handle If not loosen clamp readjust and then retighten clamp To actuate sprayer squeeze lever slightly until spray mist is visible no need to squeeze lever too hard When using sprayer on the pole follow the above steps to se cure spray can to UpperHanad sprayer and attach to pole see section Attaching Tool to the Pole squeeze lever on the pole as if the sprayer were in your hand 2010 STRETTA INC FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL US AT 877 379 1651 OR SEND AN E MAIL TO CUSTOMERSERVICE UPPERHAND COM UpperHand LADDERLESS HOME CARE SYSTEM WARRANTY POLICY RETURNS amp SAFETY WARNINGS MONEY BACK GUARANTEE All UpperHand tools have a 30 day no questions asked money back guarantee It s as simple as that LIFETIME WARRANTY Stretta Inc warrants that your UpperHand Ladderless Home Care System is free of defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product Stretta will repair or replace if repair is unavailable the defec tive product Shipping amp Handling not included To use warranty coverage simply contact our customer service department at 1 877 379 1651 for Return Authorization Then return the product to Stretta using the address below Item must be received no later than 2 weeks after your return authorization is given This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing c
8. t spraying in holder ing forward opposite handle Saw Saw unlocks from position Improper technique while sawing Be sure not to squeeze lever it will unlock while cutting the saw from its current position It is best to hold pole at its base and not the handle and lever while sawing forward Sprayer Sprayer does not actuate Improper setup of aerosol can in Sprayer Re adjust can holder to close the gap when pole lever is pulled can holder Gap between Sprayer trigger and between Sprayer trigger and Can nozzle to aerosol can nozzle is too big no more than approx 1 16 Sprayer Sprayer does not actuate Sprayer internal linkage not connected to the Remove and re attach Sprayer to pole when pole lever is pulled pole receiver receiver listen for the click making sure Pole Receiver lock is s eated The UpperHand Ladderless Home Care System is a product of Stretta Inc For more information contact customer service by phone at 877 379 1651 by e mail at customerservice upperhand com or by post to UpperHand PO Box 7685 Van Nuys CA 91409 STRET 2010 STRETTA INC All rights reserved P N 0101001001 UPPER AND The Ladderless Home Care System www upperhand com STRETTA 2010 STRETTA INC All rights reserved P N 0101001001
9. ure and sap and occasionally apply a little oil to the ratcheting mechanism ANGULAR ADJUSTABLE SAW The UpperHand saw has a useful angular adjusting feature that gives you just the right angle you need to make quick work of larger limbs To adjust saw blade angle of attack pull thumb switch back toward handle Push the blade against tree limb to desired position Release thumb switch and press blade down ward until it locks into position To use saw with pole secure saw to pole See section Attaching Tool to mea the Pole When using sa a on the pole follow the above steps by squeezing lever on the pole as if the saw were in your hand WARNING When using the saw do not pull back on thumb switch when in hand mode the same applies when in pole mode do not pull on lever while saw ing doing this will cause the saw to unlock from position and slip Always STOP the sawing motion when adjusting saw blade angle SPRAYER Your UpperHand sprayer is a very versatile tool and may be used for many useful tasks such as painting chores pest control wasp nests and cleaning You re limited only by your imagination To install an aerosol spray can in can holder clamp e Open clamp by turning the thumb screw Slide clamp over top of can and tighten thumb screw until can is Secure in sprayer handle clamp making sure there is a small gap between sprayer lever depressor and can nozzle butt
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