Homelite UT44176 Manuel D'utilisation page 12

WARNING:
This battery powered grass shear is always in an oper-
ating condition and the blades can move if the switch
trigger and lock-out button are pushed. The bottom
cover latch should always be moved to the unlock (motor
disabled) position when removing cut or jammed material
from the blades, when changing blades or accessories,
when transporting the grass shear, and when the grass
shear is not in use. If the tool is left unattended, remove
the blades and store them in a separate location out of
the reach of children. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in accidental or unauthorized starting of the
grass shear and cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
MAINTENANCE
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
Blades are sharp. When handling the blade assembly,
wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves. Do not place
your hand or fingers between blades or in any position
where they could get pinched or cut. NEVER touch blades
or service unit while running.
REMOVING/CHANGING BLADES
See Figure 5.
To unlock bottom cover and remove blade:
 Slide bottom cover latch to the right
 Pull the bottom cover down to remove.
 Remove the blades.
To install/replace blades:
 Install blades into the hole on the bottom of the shear.
 Place bottom cover slots onto tabs and slide close.
 Slide bottom cover latch left
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.
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