Homelite UT44174 Operator's Manual page 11

LUBRICATING THE BLADES
See Figure 6.
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate shear
blades before and after each use. If you will be using the
shear for an extended period, it is advisable to oil the blades
during use.
 Stop the motor and allow blades to stop moving.
 Slide bottom cover latch to the right
and disable motor.
 Lay the shear on a flat surface. Apply light weight machine
oil along the edge of the top blade.
NOTE: Do not oil while the shear is running.
 Slide bottom cover latch to the left
reconnect motor.
CLEANING THE GRASS SHEAR
 Stop the motor and allow blades to stop moving.
 Slide bottom cover latch to the right
and disable motor.
 Snap sheath onto blades.
 Clean dirt and debris from the body of the shear, using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic
housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain
aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents
such as kerosene.
 Slide bottom cover latch to the left
connect motor.
BATTERIES
This product is equipped with a nickel-cadmium recharge-
able battery. Length of service from each charging will de-
pend 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
removing the product from the charger once it is fully
charged and ready for use.
NOTE: Batteries are not intended to be replaced.
MAINTENANCE
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
See Figure 7.
 Stop the motor.
 Remove the screws securing motor housing cover, then
remove cover.
 Lift batteries from motor housing enough to expose leads
to unlock cover
and battery terminals.
 Using wire cutters with rubber coated or insulated
handles, clip the battery leads and remove the battery
for disposal.
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of
batteries properly.
to lock cover and
to unlock cover
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. Nickel-cadmium batteries must be recycled
or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both terminals
to lock and re-
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.
STORING THE GRASS SHEAR
See Figure 8.
 Clean all foreign material from the grass shear. Store
indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of
children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts.
 Always place the sheath on the cutting blades before
transporting or storing the unit.
 Store the product where the temperature is below 80°F.
 Store the product in a "discharged" condition.
 Remove the blades and store them in a separate location
out of the reach of children to avoid unauthorized use of
the shear.
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This product contains nickel-cadmium
batteries. Local, state or federal laws
may prohibit disposal of batteries in
ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority for
information regarding available recycling
and/or disposal options.
WARNING: