Maintenance; Storage - Weed Eater WHT18 Instruction Manual

of the trigger switch. If the circuit breaker "pops", wait approximately 30 seconds
and then push the circuit breaker button in firmly. The button should stay in and the
trimmer should operate normally. Be sure to clear all jams from the blade before
attempting to start the trimmer again.
Clearing Jams
After the blades have completely stopped, remove the battery pack and then
carefully remove the obstruction.
CAUTION: To prevent injury, remove the battery pack before clearing the blades.
To prevent injury, do not use the hedge trimmer with any damaged parts. If the unit
continues to jam, call our customer service at (800) 540-5688.

MAINTENANCE

BLADE CLEANING – After you have finished trimming, you may find that
dirt and vegetation have accumulated on the blades. Use a dry scrub
brush to clean debris off of blades. A penetrating oil spray can be used to
soften hard deposits.
WARNING: To prevent injury, remove the battery pack from the trimmer and keep
hands away from the trigger during cleaning of blades.
BLADE LUBRICATION – After using the unit in wet conditions, wipe the blades
with a cloth and allow them to dry. Then, with a rag, apply a thin film of light oil to
the top and bottom of blades. DO NOT over-oil. Turn the unit ON for a few seconds
to work lubricant between the blades.
LUBRICATION – Aside from blade lubrication, no periodic lubrication of other
hedge trimmer parts is required.
CLEANING OF PLASTIC PARTS – Use only a dry brush or a cloth with warm
water and mild soap to clean plastic parts. Many household cleaners contain
chemicals, which could damage the plastic. Never use gasoline, turpentine, paint
thinner or similar fluids. Never spray-wash tool or immerse in water. Water or liquid
inside the tool can cause serious damage to the unit.
DROPPING THE UNIT – If you drop the unit, carefully inspect it for any damage
before using it again.

STORAGE

HANG FROM BLADE – The unit's blade has a hole in the top of it so you can hang
it from a nail, screw or peg.
TEMPERATURE – Temperature extremes limit the useful life of the battery. The
best storage place is one that is cool and dry. Store the tool away from direct
sunlight, heating pipes, furnaces, etc. NOTE: Do not store where temperatures go
below +40 F or above +120 F.
PREVENTING CORROSION – Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain
compounds that greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do not store the
appliance on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
BATTERY RECYCLING – Original Power, Inc. is a voluntary member of the
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC). It pays a recycling fee to
the RBRC for each battery contained in its products to allow you an easy and
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