Homelite UT41799 Operator's Manual

Homelite UT41799 Operator's Manual

Handy trim string trimmer

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
HANDY TRIM STRING TRIMMER
UT41799
Your string trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
using this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL HANDY TRIM STRING TRIMMER UT41799 Your string trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS  Introduction ..................................2  Important Safety Instructions ............................3-4  Specific Safety Rules ............................... 4  Symbols ..................................5-6  Electrical ................................... 7  Features .................................... 8  Tools Needed ................................... 8  Assembly ..................................9  Operation ...................................10-12 ...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount WARNING: of exposure per day. d) Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tight- Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow ened and worn parts replaced. all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or off.  Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch trigger or cause product damage.
  • Page 5: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz...
  • Page 6: Symbols

    SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result DANGER: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result WARNING: in death or serious injury.
  • Page 7: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power When using a power tool at a considerable distance from tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three- a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has wire grounded power cord.
  • Page 8: Features

    FEATURES  Input ............................. 4.4 Amp, 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only Cutting Width .................................14 in. Weight ..................................7.1 lbs. FRONT HANDLE EDGER GUIDE SWITCH WHEEL TRIGGER ROTATING TELESCOPING HANDLE BOOM GRASS Fig. 1 DEFLECTOR KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER FRONT HANDLE See Figure 1.
  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKING ATTACHING GRASS DEFLECTOR See Figure 3 - 4. This product requires assembly.  Fit the grass deflector into the slots on trimmer head.  Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are ...
  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION SWITCH WARNING: TRIGGER Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. LOCK OUT Remember that a careless fraction of a second is suf- BUTTON ficient to inflict severe injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools.
  • Page 11: Cutting Tips

    OPERATION DANGEROUS WARNING: CUTTING AREA Always hold the string trimmer away from the body keeping clearance between the body and the string trimmer. Any contact with the string trimmer cutting head while operating can result in serious personal injury. ADVANCING STRING USING THE EZ LINE ™...
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    OPERATION EDGING See Figures 10 - 11. The rotating handle can be used in combination with the edger guide wheel for edging sidewalks and walkways. ROTATING HANDLE See Figure 10.  Unplug the string trimmer.  Depress the handle button and turn handle clockwise. ...
  • Page 13 MAINTENANCE SPOOL REPLACEMENT SPOOL TABS See Figure 12. RETAINER Use only .065 in. (1.65 mm) diameter monofilament string. STRING Use original manufacturer’s replacement string for best HEAD EYELETS performance. SLOTS  Unplug the string trimmer.  Push in tabs on side of spool retainer. SPRING ...
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    2. Household circuit breaker is 2. Check circuit breaker. tripped. CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Homelite Help Line! ® Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction.
  • Page 15: Warranty

    DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC’S rescission of the contract of sale of any HOMELITE brand TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES, product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME to substantiate any warranty claim.
  • Page 16 UT41799 SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you, please call 1-800-242-4672 or visit us online at www.homelite.com.

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