Maintenance - Homelite UT41113 Operator's Manual

ADVANCING THE LINE MANUALLY
Disconnect the string trimmer from the power supply, then
push the spool retainer button in while pulling on trimmer
line to manually advance.
CUT-OFF BLADE
This trimmer is equipped with a cut-off blade on the
grass deflector. For best cutting, advance line until they
are trimmed to length by the cut-off blade. Advance line
whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal,
or when trimming efficiency diminishes. This will maintain
best performance and keep trimmer line long enough to
advance properly.
CUTTING TIPS
See Figure 9.
 Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is
the best cutting area.
 The string trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right
to left. This will avoid throwing debris at the operator.
Avoid cutting in the dangerous area.
 Use the tip of the line to do the cutting; do not force line
head into uncut grass.
 Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may
wear trimmer line rapidly.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect extension cord. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious personal injury or
property 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.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
OPERATION
 Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,
and fence posts can easily be damaged by the trimmer
line.
TELESCOPING SHAFT
See Figure 10.
The shaft can be extended or shortened for ease of use.
 Unplug the string trimmer.
 Unscrew telescoping shaft coupler and slide to desired
position.
 Tighten telescoping shaft coupler.
ROTATING REAR HANDLE
See Figure 11.
 Unplug the string trimmer.
 Pull up edging coupler and turn handle end counterclock-
wise.
 Release edging shaft coupler when handle has been
rotated 180° and locks into place.
EDGING
See Figures 12 - 13.
The rotating handle can be used in combination with the
edger guide for edging sidewalks and walkways. To use
the edger guide, flip down from it's stored position.

MAINTENANCE

NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts,
caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and
do not operate this product until all missing or damaged
parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or
a qualified service center for assistance.
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.
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
Periodically, clean all foreign material from the trimmer head
air vents.
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