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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.
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.
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 dangerous and must be repaired.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • Before starting the unit, make sure the string head will not come in contact with anything. • If you 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.
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 metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
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.
INSTALLING GRASS SHIELD Remove both screws on the motor housing. Orient grass shield on the motor housing and twist to lock in place as shown. Re-install screws to secure grass shield in place. See Figure 2. GRASS SHIELD REMOVE BOTH SCREWS MOTOR HOUSING...
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.
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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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING COOL BATTERY PACK If battery pack is below normal temperature range, the green LED on charger will come on.
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See Figure 10 . For best results, tap the head on bare ground or hard soil.
Figure 12 . 30° Fig. 11 WARNING: When servicing use only identical Homelite replace- ment parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage. 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.
SPOOL HOUSING 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.
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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.
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...
Line twisted when refilled. Not enough line is exposed. 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 Motor ...
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...
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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.