Care And Maintenance - Westinghouse HTB20 User Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Always remove the rechargeable battery from the device before all work.
• Always clean and oil the blades after prolonged use of the hedge trimmer. This will greatly affect
the life of the equipment. Damaged cutting units must be properly repaired immediately.
• Clean the shearing blades with a dry cloth or - in case of heavier dirt -with a brush.
• NOTICE: Oiling of the blades should ideally be carried out using an environmentally friendly
lubricant.
SHARPENING THE BLADES
The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened steel and with normal usage, they will
not require resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence, stones, glass or other hard
objects, you may put a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove this nick as long as it does
not interfere with the movement of the blade. If it does interfere, remove the battery and use a fine
toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick. If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for
damage.
If the blade is bent, housing cracked, or handles broken or if you see any other condition that may
affect the trimmer's operation contact your local Westinghouse Service Center for repairs before
putting it back into use.
STORAGE AND CLEANING
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which greatly accelerate the corrosion of
metals. Do not store the unit on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. With the battery removed,
use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the unit. Never let any liquid get inside the unit; never
immerse any part of the unit into a liquid. Prevent the blades from rusting by applying a film of light
machine oil after cleaning.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of batteries properly. This product contains
lithium-ion batteries. Local, state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of lithium-ion batteries in
ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information 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 components. 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.
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