Homelite UT44171 Manuel D'utilisation page 14

bATTERy PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECyCLING
See Figure 7.
 Stop the motor.
 Install padlock (not included) or lock-out pin into switch
trigger hole. Keep both hands away from switch.
 Remove the screws securing motor housing cover, then
remove cover.
 Lift batteries from motor housing enough to expose leads
and battery terminals.
 Using wire cutters with rubber coated or insulated
handles, clip the battery leads and remove the battery for
disposal.
 Remove padlock or lock-out pin from switch trigger
hole.
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of
batteries properly.
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.
MAINTENANCE
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. Nickel-cadmium 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.
STORING THE SHRUbbER
See Figure 8.
 Install padlock (not included) into switch trigger hole.
NOTE: The lock-out pin does not protect against
unauthorized usage. Only a locked padlock with the key
stored in another location can prevent unauthorized use
of the shrubber.
 Clean all foreign material from the shrubber. Store indoors
in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children.
Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi-
cals and de-icing salts.
 Always place the scabbard 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.
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