Troubleshooting - Homelite HOMST01 Operator's Manual

BATTERIES
This product is equipped with a lithium-ion rechargeable
battery. Length of operation from each charging will depend
on the type of work you are doing.
The battery in this product has been designed to provide
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, it will
eventually wear out.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest
the following:
 Remove the charging cable from the product once it is
fully charged and ready for use.
For product storage longer than 30 days:
 Store the product where the temperature is below 80°F
and away from moisture.
 Store product in a 30%-50% charged condition.
 Every six months of storage, charge the product as normal.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND
PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING
 Drain the battery by running the tool until it shuts off.
 Look for the Phillips head screws near the charging port
to locate the battery compartment door.
Problem
Line will not advance
when using the auto-
feed head.
Grass wraps around
boom housing and
string head.
Motor fails to start
when switch trigger
is depressed.
This product has a Two-year Limited Warranty for personal, family,
or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
For warranty details, visit www.homelite.com
MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Possible Cause
Line is welded to itself.
Line is worn too short.
Cutting tall grass at
ground level.
Battery is not charged.
or call (toll free) 1-800-242-4672.
 Unscrew the screws and remove the battery compartment
door.
 Pull the battery out of the tool and separate it from the
two wire connectors.
 Apply tape over the ends of the wire connectors for bat-
tery disposal.
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of
batteries properly.
This product contains lithium-ion batteries.
Local, state or federal laws may prohibit dis-
posal of batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority for infor-
mation regarding available recycling and/or
disposal options.
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 compo-
nents. Lithium-ion batteries must be recycled or disposed
of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with metal
objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result.
Keep away from children. Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.
Lubricate with silicone spray.
Pull line while pressing button.
Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent wrapping.
Charge the lawn trimmer according to the instructions included
with your model.
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