Expand-it UT15702B Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Expand-it
Brushcutter Attachment
UT15702B
Your Expand-it
Brushcutter Attachment has been engineered and manufactured to a 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 buying an Expand-it
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 Expand-it ™ Brushcutter Attachment UT15702B Your Expand-it Brushcutter Attachment has been engineered and manufactured to a 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 using this product.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ... 2  General Safety Rules ... 3  Specific Safety Rules ... 4  Symbols ... 4-5  Features ... 6  Assembly ... 6-8  Operation ... 8-9  Maintenance ... 10  Exploded View and Parts List ... 11 ...
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol- low all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  Read these instructions and the instructions for the power head thoroughly before using the straight shaft trimmer attachment.
  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  Ensure handle is mounted in accordance with the assem- bly instructions in this manual.  Do not attach blade without proper installation of all required parts. Failure to use proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously injure the operator and/or bystanders.
  • Page 5: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Safety Alert Symbol Read Your Operator’s Manual Wear Eye and Hearing Protection Keep Bystanders Away...
  • Page 6: Features

    FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Blade Cutting Width ...8 in. Weight ...3.25 lbs. SHOULDER HARNESS ASSEMBLY KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT See Figure 1. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso- ries not recommended for use with this tool.
  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY  After assembly is complete, adjust the position of the handle for best balance and comfort.  Tighten the long bolt, then the short bolt. INSTALLING THE SHOULDER HARNESS AND STRAP HANGER See Figure 4.  Pull apart the ends of the shoulder harness hanger to expand slightly.
  • Page 9 OPERATION Adjust the shoulder harness to position the brushcutter at a comfortable operating position and to ensure that the shoulder harness will reduce the risk of operator contact with the blade. Ensure the blade has come to a complete stop before setting the brushcutter down.
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during tool operation. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
  • Page 11: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 678018001 Blade Nut, Left-handed Threads (M8) ... 1 638017001 Cupped Washer ... 1 638006004 Blade (Tri-Arc) ... 1 678011001 Flanged Washer ... 1 660737001 * Screw (10-24 x 1/2 in. Hex Head w/Dish Washer) ... 3 638120001 Brushcutter Guard ...
  • Page 12: Warranty

    WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser that this EXPAND-IT brand product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase.
  • Page 13 NOTES...
  • Page 14 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Expand-it ™ Brushcutter Attachment UT15702B SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Expand-it relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-800-242-4672 or visit us online at www.homelite.com. REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing.

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