Homelite UT31810 User's Manual
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1. 16 17 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger warning or caution May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs DANGER Failure to obey Rules for Safe Operation will result in injury to yourself and others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury WARNING Failure to obey Rules for Safe Operation can result in injury to yourself and others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury CAUTION Failure to obey Rules for Safe Operation may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personalinjury Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means attention Your safety is involved A WARNING A WARNING Failure2. TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED TRAVEL LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY LOSS OF REVENUE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty applies to all HOMELITE Products manufactured by HOMELITE and sold in the United States and Canada To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1 800 242 4672 or log on to our website at www homelite com Page 17 ri OPERATOR S MANUAL 18V CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER MODEL NO UT31810 SERVICE Now that you have purchased your unit should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit Please call 1 800 chainsaw 1 800 242 4672 for your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center You can also check our web site at www homelite com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers MODEL NO AND SERIAL NO The model number of this unit will be found on a label attached to the motor housing Please record the model number and serial number in the space provided below HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS WHEN ORD
3. returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period The expense of delivering the HOMELITE Product to the dealerfor warranty work and the expense of returning it backto the owner after repair or replacement will be paid for by the owner HOMELITE S responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any HOMELITE Product Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim All warranty work must be performed by an authorized HOMELITE service dealer This warranty is limited to ninety 90 days from the date of original retail purchase for any HOMELITE Product that is used for rental orcommercial purposes or any other income producing purpose This warranty does not cover any HOMELITE Product that has been subject to misuse neglect negligence or accident or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the HOMELITE Operator s Manual This warranty does not apply to any damage to the HOMELITE Product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any HOMELITE Product that has been altered or modified so as to adversely affect the products operation performance or durability or that has been altered or modified so as to change its intended use The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by nor
4. also loan them these instruc tions SERVICE Service on unit must be performed only by quali fied repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury to the user or damage to the unit It may also void your warranty e When servicing a unit use only identical replace ment parts Follow instruction in the Maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or serious injury to the user or damage to the unit It may also void your warranty Page 4 Battery operated units do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet therefore they are always in operating condition Be aware of possible hazards even when unit is not operating Remove the battery pack before making any adjustments cleaning storing or removing material from the unit or when not in use A battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery pack A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack Use battery pack only with charger listed BATTERY PACK 1323701 CHARGER 1425701 To reduce the risk of explosion and possible injury DO NOT place battery units or their batteries near fire or heat Do not open or mutilate the battery pack Re leased electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes o
5. immedi ately All batteries gradually lose their charge The higher the temperature the quicker they lose their charge If you store your unit for long periods of time without using it recharge the batteries every month or two This practice will prolong battery pack life 15 TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY PACK WILL NOT CHARGE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION No power to charger or battery pack Check charger Battery pack has failed Replace battery pack MOTOR OPERATES SLOWLY OR WILL NOT OPERATE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Battery pack is not charged Charge battery pack STRING HEAD WILL NOT ADVANCE LINE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION String head bound with grass Stop the unit and clean string head String head out of line Refill with new line Spool bound up Replace the spool String head dirty Clean spool and spool housing Line welded Disassemble remove the welded section and rewind the line Line twisted when refilled Disassemble and rewind the line Not enough line is exposed Push the bump knob and pull out line until 4 inches 102 mm of line is outside of the string head If the above solutions don t solve the problem take the unit to your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center for service or repair Do not return the unit to the retailer PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS UT31810 STRING TRIMMER SPECIFICATIONS KO p HEEL 18 Volt DC Battery Nickel Cadmium recharge
6. line long cut To trim around trees posts fences etc keep enough to advance properly the string trimmer at a 30 degree angle See Figure 12 CUT OFF BLADE Fig 11 Fig 12 OPERATING TIPS e Clear the area to be cut before each use Remove WARNING all objects such as rocks broken glass nails wire or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the string head Keep the string trimmer tilted toward the area being cut Avoid digging into grass When servicing use only identical Homelite replace ment parts Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage Slowly move the string trimmer in and out of the Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts area being cut Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various Use the tip of line to do the cutting do not force types of commercial solvents and may be damaged string head into uncut grass by their use Use a clean cloth to remove dirt oil grease etc e Cut tall grass from the top down This will prevent grass from wrapping around the string head that may cause damage from overheating If grass or other debris becomes wrapped around the string head STOP THE MOTOR by releasing the trigger and allow the string head to stop spinning Remove the battery pack and then remove the grass or debris Page 12 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR A CAUTION Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products p
7. to obey Rules for Safe Operation can result When using battery powered string trimmers basic in injury to yourself and others Always follow the safety precautions should always be followed to safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal shock and personal injury injury Carefully read and understand the entire Operator s Manual before using your string trimmer Pay close attention to the Operating Instructions and Rules for Safe Operation Page 2 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING Read the instructions carefully Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit Do not operate this unit when tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Inspect the unit before use Replace damaged parts Check for battery pack leaks Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure Replace string head or any other parts that are cracked chipped or damaged Make sure the string head is properly installed and securely fastened Be sure the grass shield is properly attached and positioned as recommended Failure to do so can result in personal injury to the operator and bystanders as well as damage to the unit Use the right tool Only use this string trimmer for the purpose intended Do not use string trimmer if switch will not turn the unit on or off A unit that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangero
8. trimmer Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury A CAUTION Any repairs requiring disassembly should only be performed by a Homelite Authorized Service Center For the repair center nearest you call 1 800 chainsaw 1 800 242 4672 DISPOSAL OF THE EXHAUSTED BATTERY PACK To preserve natural resources please recycle or dispose of properly This product contains nickel cadmium battery pack Must be disposed of properly Local state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of Nickel Cadmium batteries in ordinary trash Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options For more information on battery pack recycling call 1 800 8BATTERY BATTERY PACK PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING A 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 Also never touch both terminals with metal objects and or body parts as short circuit can result Keep away from children Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire and or serious injury A WARNING Examine string trimmer frequently to assure all parts are unbroken and securely attached Make sure all screws and fasteners are securely tight ened to prevent the risk of serious personal injury Page CLE
9. ANING THE STRING TRIMMER A WARNING Battery units do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet therefore they are always in operating condition To prevent serious personal injury always remove the battery pack and take extra precautions and care when performing maintenance cleaning or servicing the unit A WARNING To prevent serious personal injury remove the battery pack before servicing cleaning or removing material from the unit Remove the battery pack Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon and by solvents such as kerosene Moisture can cause a shock hazard Wipe off any moisture with a soft dry cloth Use a small brush or the air discharge of a small vacuum cleaner brush to clean the air vents on the battery pack housing and motor housing Keep the air vents free of obstructions STORING THE STRING TRIMMER Clean the string trimmer thoroughly before storing Store the string trimmer in a dry well ventilated place that is inaccessible to children Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de icing salts Store and charge your batteries in a cool area Temperatures above or below normal room tem perature will shorten battery pack life Never store batteries in a discharged condition Wait for battery pack to cool and charge
10. CUT OFF BLADE Page 7 ASSEMBLY INSTALLING GRASS SHIELD Lower shaft should now be free to slide down from Remove both screws on the motor housing Orient inside the upper shaft Make sure the shaft is grass shield on the motor housing and twist to lock in pulled out to the desired position See Figure 4 place as shown Re install screws to secure grass shield in place See Figure 2 GRASS SHIELD RE INSTALL BOTH SCREWS SLIDE OUT TO DESIRED POSITION REMOVE BOTH SCREWS MOTOR HOUSING Fig 2 Fig 4 ADJUSTING THE SHAFT e Rotate the lower portion of the shaft adjustment Rotate shaft adjustment collar to the Lock collar to the Unlock position See Figure 3 position and tighten securely See Figure 5 SHAFT ADJUSTMENT COLLAR LOWERPOR y ADJUSTMENT S II IL L COLLAR COLLAR COLLAR LOWERPORTION OF SHAFT TO UNLOCK ADJUSTMENT COLLAR COLLAR Fig 3 Fig 5 Page 8 OPERATION A WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate unit until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury LED FUNCTIONS OF CHARGER See Figure 6 LED WILL BE ON TO INDICATE STATUS OF CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK e Red LED on Fast charging mode e Green LED Fully charged battery pack Yellow and Green LEDs on Control charge or defective battery pack e NoLED Defective charger or battery pack CAUTION To prev
11. ERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MODEL NUMBER UT31810 SERIAL NUMBER SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson SC 29622 1207 Phone 1 800 chainsaw 1 800 242 4672 www homelite com 983000 010
12. OPERATOR S MANUAL 18V CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER MODEL NO UT31810 THANK YOU FOR BUYING A HOMELITE CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER Your new cordless string trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite s high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A CAUTION Carefully read through this entire operator s manual before using your new cordless string trimmer Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation Warnings and Cautions If you use your string trimmer properly and only for what it is intended you will enjoy years of safe reliable service Thank you again for buying Homelite products SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Rules for Safe Operation 4 reete e LIC erotic tene ka sonas uam LL XA ca Vacca ua iE Eau ec ea UO suas oon aUe Ces 2 5 Safely Symbols susu MIT I ID MI M dM E 6 F gLIRrITIW8 uu 7 Assembly dde tette dcus temi EI ca eaten Se O de Seen ad 8 OP ON AU ON 9 12 Maintenance and Repair 13 15 Dicite me a siwa 16 Product Specifications edente tained
13. able 18 Volt Charge Rale uu 1 to 1 1 2 hour Ka Lete e mE E Cutting Line Diameter u C CERE 0 065 in 1 65 mm Cutting Path TM 9 in 229 mm Weight with Battery DaGK uuu uu 5 5 Ibs 2 6 kg Page 16 HOMELITE PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY Homelite Consumer Products Inc warrants to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE Product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace at Homelite Consumer Products Inc s discretion any defective Product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase One year for the following units UTO8110 UT20760 UT10901 Two years for all other Homelite Products if the Product is used for personal family or household use 90 days if any of the above Products are used for any other purpose such as commercial or rental This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase Any part of the HOMELITE Product manufactured or supplied by HOMELITE and foundin the reasonable judgement of HOMELITE to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized HOMELITE service dealer without charge for parts and labor The HOMELITE Product including any defective part must be
14. air or secure covered hair above shoulder level Do not use electric or battery operated units in rain or damp weather WHILE OPERATING Do not use trimmer without front handle in place Keep both hands on handles when unit is in use To avoid accidental starting never carry your unit with your finger on the trigger Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 1989 standards when operating this unit Stay alert and pay attention to what you are doing Use common sense when using this string trim mer Wear heavy long pants substantial footwear and well fitting gloves Do not wear short pants sandals or go barefoot Do not operate in poor lighting Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light Do not overreach or stand on unstable support Keep good footing and balance at all times Do not use on ladder Do not force the trimmer It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed Always hold the unit with both hands when operat ing Keep a firm grip on both the rear handle and the front handle Release the trigger allow the motor to stop and remove the battery pack before performing mainte nance repair or making adjustments This cordless string trimmer is intended only for cutting grass light weeds and for decorative trimming Do not use this string trimmer as an edger RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Before starting t
15. ap and spool to lock in place Completely assembled string head should appear as shown See Figure 14 BATTERIES Your battery pack is equipped with Nickel Cadmium rechargeable batteries Length of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing The batteries in this unit have been designed to provide maximum trouble free life However like all batteries they will eventually wear out DO NOT disassemble battery pack and attempt to replace the batteries Handling of these batteries especially when wearing rings and jewelry could result in serious burn To obtain the longest possible battery pack life we suggest the following e Store and charge your batteries in a cool area Temperatures above or below normal room tem perature will shorten battery pack life Never store batteries in a discharged condition Wait for battery pack to cool and charge immedi ately e Allbatteries gradually lose their charge The higher the temperature the quicker they lose their charge If you store your unit for long periods of time without using it recharge the batteries every month or two This practice will prolong battery pack life A WARNING Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack Fire or injury can result Page 14 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this unit or create or mount any accessory not specifically recom mended in this manual for use with this string
16. ed with the slots in the spool housing e While pressing in the tabs push down the spool cap and spool to lock in place Completely assembled string head should appear as shown See Figure 14 i SPOOL EN CAP BUMP KNOB TABS SPOOL SPRING ON SPOOL OPENING IN SPOOL HOUSING HOUSING Fig 13 A WARNING Use only 0 065 in 1 65 mm diameter genuine Homelite replacement line Never use metal reinforced line wire or rope etc These can break off and become a dangerous projectile Do not use any other attachment on this unit Page 13 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTALLING A PREWOUND SPOOL See Figure 13 Remove the battery pack from the string trimmer Press in the tabs on each side of the spool cap Remove the spool cap and spool NOTE If the spring falls off the spool housing during this procedure reinstall the spring before installing the spool and spool cap nspectthe string head for damaged or worn parts andclean thoroughly Unwind approximately 4 in 102 mm of the line from the prewound spool Hold the line and spool firmly to keep it from unwinding then place the spool cap onto the spool e Holding the spool cap and spool by the bump knob place into the spool housing and insert cutting line into the opening in spool housing NOTE Tabs on the spool cap should be aligned with the slots in the spool housing e While pressing in the tabs push down the spool c
17. enetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that may damage weaken or destroy plastics CUTTING LINE REPLACEMENT The cutting line may be replaced by either rewinding the existing spool or installing a convenient prewound spool REWINDING THE EXISTING SPOOL See Figure 13 Remove the battery pack from the string trimmer Press in the tabs on each side of the spool cap e Remove the spool cap and spool Discard any remaining line on the spool NOTE If the spring falls off the spool housing during this procedure reinstall the spring before installing the spool and spool cap nspectthe string head for damaged or worn parts andclean thoroughly e Using approximately 10 feet 3 m of new cutting line insert one end of the line into the slot on the spool Ensure the end of the line is pushed all the way towards the inner side of slot NOTE No more than 1 8 in of the line is to protrude from the slot Wind the line in even and tight layers onto the spool Line should be wound in the direction of the arrow indicated on the spool Unwind approximately 4 in 102 mm of the line from the spool Hold the line and spool firmly to keep it from unwinding then place the spool cap onto the spool e Holding the spool cap and spool by the bump knob place into the spool housing and insert cutting line into the opening in spool housing NOTE Tabs on the spool cap should be align
18. ent damage to battery pack remove battery pack from charger immediately if no LED comes on Return battery pack and charger to your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center for checking or replacing Also if you are remov ing battery pack from charger and no LEDs are on return both battery pack and charger to your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center Do not insert another battery pack into charger A damaged charger may damage a battery pack CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK The battery pack for this unit has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems Therefore you should charge it prior to use NOTE Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are charged Allow several cycles trimming followed by recharging for them to fully charge TO CHARGE Charge battery pack only with the charger pro vided Make sure power supply is normal household voltage 120 volts 60 Hz AC only e Connect charger to power supply Place battery pack in charger See Figure 6 Align raised rib on battery pack with groove in charger e When charger is properly connected red light will turn on Press down on battery pack to be sure contacts on battery pack engage properly with contacts in charger Page 9 Normally the yellow and green lights on the charger will come on This indicates charger is in control charge mode and should switch to fast charge mode within 5 minutes When charg
19. er is in fast charge mode the yellow and green lights will go off and the red light will come on If after a period of 15 minutes the yellow and green lights remain on remove the battery pack wait 1 minute and reinsert battery pack in charger If the yellow and green lights continue to remain on an additional 15 minutes the battery pack is damaged and will not accept charge When your battery pack becomes fully charged the red light will turn off and the green light will turn on After normal usage 1 hour of charge time is required to be fully charged A minimum charge time of 1 to 1 1 2 hours is required to recharge a completely discharged battery pack The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch while charging This is normal and does not indicate a problem DO NOT place charger in an area of extreme heat or cold It will work best at normal room tempera ture BATTERY PACK BATTERY CHARGER RED LIGHT GREEN YELLOw LIGHT LIGHT Fig 6 OPERATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERY PACK When using your string trimmer continuously the batteries in your battery pack will become hot You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approxi mately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge NOTE This situation only occurs when continuous use of your string trimmer causes the batteries to become hot It does not occur under normal circumstances Refer to CHARGING BATTERY PACK fo
20. erator having to bend over A simple shaft adjustment accom modates most user s heights A WARNING Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Wear eye protection Wear heavy long pants boots and well fitting gloves Do not wear short pants sandals or go barefoot Fig 10 Approximately 1 inch 25 4 mm of cutting line is released each time the head is tapped on the ground Always keep the cutting line fully extended If the string is worn too short you may not be able to ad vance the string by tapping the head on the ground If this occurs stop the motor remove the spool as described in the following section feed the cutting line through the opening in spool housing and reassemble the spool to the string head Page 11 OPERATION CUTTING LINE Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear This string trimmer is equipped with a string cut off even breakage Stone and brick walls curbs and blade on the grass shield See Figure 11 For best wood may wear line rapidly Walk around trees cutting advance line until it is trimmed to length by the and shrubs Tree bark wood moldings siding and string cut off blade Advance line whenever you hear fence posts can easily be damaged by the line the motor running faster than normal This will main e Keep the string trimmer tilted toward the area being tain best performance and keep the cutting
21. he unit make sure the string head BATTERY SAFETY will not come in contact with anything e Ifyou strike or become entangled with foreign objects stop the unit immediately remove the battery pack and check for damage Do not operate before repairing damage Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts e Keep all body parts away from string head and other moving parts Do not touch or try to stop the string head when it is rotating Keep string head below waist level Always stop the motor when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another The grass shield must always be in place while operating the unit Do not operate unit without the cutting line extended and the proper line installed Do not extend the cutting line beyond the length of the shield e Keep unit clean of grass clippings and other materials They may become lodged between the string head and shield Store the unit inside in a dry place either locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage Keep out of the reach of children or untrained individuals Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid Keep handles dry clean and free from debris Clean after each use see Cleaning and Storage instructions sure to secure the unit while transporting e Keep these instructions Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users If you loan someone this unit
22. mal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the HOMELITE Product or adversely affect its operation performance or durability In addition this warranty does not cover A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Adjustments Filters B Wear Items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Line Inner Reels Starter Pulley Starter Ropes Drive Belts HOMELITE reserves the right to change or improve the design of any HOMELITE Product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD ACCORDINGLY ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE TWO YEAR ONE YEAR OR NINETY DAY WARRANTY PERIOD HOMELITE S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND HOMELITE DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU HOMELITE ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE HOMELITE PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER MECHANIC S TRAVEL TIME
23. metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery pack terminals together may cause sparks burns or a fire CHARGER SAFETY Save these instructions This manual contains important Rules for Safe Operation and operating instructions for charger Before using battery charger read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual on battery charger and product using battery charger To reduce risk of injury charge only nickel cadmium type rechargeable batteries Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage Do not expose charger to wet or damp conditions 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 To reduce risk of damage to charger body and cord pull by charger plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress 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 Page 5 b That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and c That wire size is large e
24. ndicates danger warning or caution Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs WARNING READ OPERATOR S MANUAL Failure to follow operating instructions and rules for safe operation in the operator s manual can result in serious injury Read the operator s manual before starting or operating this unit FOR SERVICE INFORMATION CALL 1 800 chainsaw 1 800 242 4672 WEAR EYE PROTECTION WARNING Thrown objects can cause severe eye injury Wear eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 1989 standards when operating this unit KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY WARNING Keep all bystanders especially children and pets at least 50 feet 15 m from the operating area Pb P DANGER OF RICOCHET WARNING Do not operate without the grass shield in place Keep away from the rotating string head V P SHARP BLADE WARNING Sharp blade on grass shield To prevent serious injury do not touch line cutting blade NOTE Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equip ment SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 6 FEATURES MODEL UT31810 18V CORDLESS STRING TRIMMER lt OF TRIGGER LOCK cA BUTTON A ee Ve J 8 w EZ mT SK Fe HANDLE ANCHOR SCREW Wy f TRIGGER FRONT HANDLE SHAFT ADJUSTIMENT COLLAR gt gt Wy MOTOR HOUSING lt GRASS SHIELD 2 CUTTING LINE Fig 1
25. nough 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 Gage Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug If damaged have replaced immediately by a qualified serviceman Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way take it to a qualified serviceman Do not disassemble charger take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire To reduce risk of electric shock unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any mainte nance or cleaning Turning off controls will not reduce this risk Disconnect charger from power supply when not in use Risk of electric shock Do not touch uninsulated portion of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this unit If you loan someone this unit loan them these instructions also SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and their explanations deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL I
26. r normal recharging of batteries If the charger does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center for electrical check IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING COOL BATTERY PACK If battery pack is below normal temperature range the green LED on charger will come on Allow battery pack to reach normal temperature then the red LED will come on NOTE Refer to CHARGING BATTERY PACK for normal recharging of batteries If the charger does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center for electrical check TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK Place the battery pack in the string trimmer Align raised rib on battery pack with groove in string trimmer s battery port See Figure 7 sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap in place and that battery pack is secured in string trimmer before beginning operation BATTERY LATCHES BATTERY PACK Fig 7 TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress both sides to release the battery pack from the string trimmer See Figure 7 Remove battery pack from the string trimmer A CAUTION When placing battery pack in your string trimmer be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with groove in string trimmer s battery port and latche
27. r skin It may be toxic if swallowed A damaged battery pack is subject to explosion To avoid serious personal injury properly dispose of a damaged battery pack Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can 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 An exploded battery pack can propel debris and chemicals If exposed flush with water immedi ately Do not charge unit in a damp or wet location Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock For best results your battery unit should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50 F 10 C but less than 100 F 38 C Do not store outside or in vehicles Under extreme usage or temperature conditions battery pack leakage may occur If liquid comes in contact with your skin wash immediately with soap and water then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar If liquid gets into your eyes flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes then seek immediate medical attention RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Do not dispose of batteries in a fire The cell may explode Batteries should be recycled consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small
28. s snap in place properly Improper assembly of battery pack can cause damage to internal components STARTING THE STRING TRIMMER Press and hold the trigger lock button See Figure 8 This makes the trigger operational e Release the trigger lock button and continue to squeeze the trigger for extended operation TRIGGER LOCK BUTTON TRIGGER Fig 8 STOPPING THE STRING TRIMMER e Release the trigger to stop the string trimmer Upon release of the trigger the trigger lock button will be automatically reset to the lock position Page 10 OPERATION HOLDING THE STRING TRIMMER USING THE STRING TRIMMER ADVANCING LINE Your string trimmer is equipped with a string head which allows the operator to release more cutting line without stopping the motor As the line becomes worn or frayed additional line can be released by lightly tapping the string head on the ground while operating the string trimmer at full throttle See Figure 10 For best results tap the head on bare ground or hard soil If line release is attempted in tall grass the motor may e Hold the string trimmer as shown See Figure 9 overheat Right arm is slightly bent the right hand holding the rear handle Left arm is straight the left hand holding the front handle The unit should be slightly below waist level e The string head on your string trimmer should be parallel to the ground and should easily contact the material being cut without the op
29. us and must be repaired Clear the area to be cut before each use Remove all objects such as rocks broken glass nails wire or string which can be thrown or become en tangled in the string head Clear the area of children bystanders and pets At a minimum keep all children bystanders and pets outside a 50 feet 15 m radius there still may be a risk to bystanders from thrown objects Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection If you are approached stop the motor and make sure the string head stops immediately To avoid the risk of electric shock do not operate unit in damp or wet locations Do not handle the unit with wet hands Use only 0 065 in 1 65 mm diameter genuine Homelite replacement line Never use metal reinforced line wire or rope etc These can break off and become a dangerous projectile Do not use any other attachment on this unit Do not allow children under the age of 15 or untrained individuals to use this string trimmer To reduce the risk of injury always wear full eye protection when using this string trimmer Page 3 Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry they can be caught in moving parts Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recom mended when working outdoors To prevent hair from being drawn into nearby air vents and becoming entangled in moving parts wear protective hair covering to contain long h
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