Homelite UT44174 Manuel D'utilisation page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 Maintain shear with care. Keep cutting edge sharp and
clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of
injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
 Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
 Under abusive conditions, liquid may leak from the
battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid leaking from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
 When servicing a power tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure
 Use non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when operating
the grass shear and when installing or removing blades.
 Replace any blade or other parts that are cracked or
damaged. Always make sure blade is installed correctly
and securely fastened before each use. Failure to do
so can cause serious personal injury to the operator,
bystanders, or damage to the unit.
 Never cut any material over 3/8 in. diameter.
 Maintain a firm grip on handle while cutting with a blade.
Keep the blade away from body.
 Know how to stop the unit quickly in an emergency.
 Disable motor by moving latch on bottom cover to the un-
lock position before making any adjustments or changing
accessories. Remove blades and store them in a separate
location out of the reach of children before storing the
shear. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk
of starting the product accidentally.
 Service on the product must be performed by qualified
repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user
or damage to the product.
 Always stop the motor by removing finger from switch
trigger, ensure the blades have stopped moving, and
disable motor when not in use by moving latch on bottom
cover to the unlock position; perform these steps before
attempting to clean any obstruction caught or jammed in
the blade, or before removing, installing, or making any
blade adjustments.
 Never use grass shear if the switch will not turn the unit
on or off. A unit that cannot be controlled by the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired before use.
 Grass shear is for cutting grass and light weeds only. Do
not use for any other purpose.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of
shock or injury.
 Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The cells may
explode. Batteries should be recycled. Consult your
local waste authority for information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options.
 Check damaged parts. Before further use of the shear, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other condition that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
 Batteries are not intended to be replaced.
 Maintain grass shear with care. Keep cutting edges sharp
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk
of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
 Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical
outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery
tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
 Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or
heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
 Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
 Batteries can vent hydrogen gas and explode in the
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To
reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any
cordless product in the presence of open flame or sparks.
An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If
exposed, flush with water immediately.
 For best results, your battery tool should be charged in
a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also to
prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.