Homelite UT40502 Operator's Manual page 12

LUBRICATING THE BLADE
See Figure .
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge
trimmer blade before and after each use.
 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
 Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface. Apply light weight
machine lubricant along the edge of the top blade.
If you will be using the hedge trimmer for an extended period,
it is advisable to lubricant the blade during use.
NOTE: Do not lubricate while the hedge trimmer is run-
ning.
 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
 Lubricate the hedge trimmer as described above.
 Reconnect the spark plug wire and resume use.
CLEANING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
 Slide the scabbard over the blade.
 Clean dirt and debris from the body of the hedge trimmer,
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 lubricants such as pine and lemon, and by sol-
vents such as kerosene.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER SCREEN
See Figures  - 10.
For proper performance and long life, keep the air filter
screen clean.
 Remove the hex nut, wavy washer, flat washer, and choke
dial cover.
 Brush the air filter screen lightly to clean.
 Reinstall the choke dial cover, flat washer, wavy washer,
and hex nut.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check
valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor-
mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos-
ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace
fuel cap if required.
MAINTENANCE
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