Homelite ut41121 Le manuel du propriétaire

Marque: Homelite

Modèle: ut41121

Catégorie: Coupe-herbe

Taper: Le manuel du propriétaire

Cette taille-bordures à ligne a été conçue et fabriquée conformément

aux strictes normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité

d’utilisation de Homelite. Correctement entretenue, elle vous donnera

des années de fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.

AVERTISSEMENT : Pour réduire les risques de

blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre le

manuel d’utilisation avant d’employer ce produit.

Merci d’avoir acheté un produit Homelite.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

STRING TRIMMER

TAILLE-BORDURES À LIGNE

RECORTADORA DE HILO

UT41121

(ALL VERSIONS / TOUTES LES VERSIONS /

TODAS LAS VERSIONES)

Your string trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation,

and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before

using this product.

Thank you for buying a Homelite product.

Su recortadora de hilo ha sido diseñada y fabricada de conformidad

con las estrictas normas de Homelite para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad

de uso y seguridad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le

brindará muchos años de sólido y eficiente funcionamiento.

ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones,

el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes

de usar este producto.

Le agradecemos la compra de un producto Homelite.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA

FUTURAS CONSULTAS

CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR

FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE

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See this fold-out section for all of the figures

referenced in the operator’s manual.

Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner

toutes les figures mentionnées dans le manuel

d’utilisation.

Consulte esta sección desplegable para ver todas

las figuras a las que se hace referencia en el

manual del operador.

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A - Cord retainer (retenue de cordon, retén para

el cable)

B - Switch trigger (gâchette, gatillo del

interruptor)

C - Rotating rear handle (poignée arrière

rotative, cómo rotar el mango trasero)

D - Adjustable front handle (poignée avant

réglable, mango delantero ajustable)

E - Edging coupler (coupleur du taille-bordure,

acoplador para cortar bordes)

F - Telescoping boom coupler (coupleur du

flèche télescopique, acoplador del brazo

telescópico)

Fig. 3

A - Screw (vis, tornillo)

B - Lock washer (rondelle frein, arandela de

fijación)

C - Washer (rondelle, arandela)

D - Screw hole (orifice de las vis, agujero del

tornillo)

A - Grass deflector (déflecteur d’herbe, deflector

de hierba)

B - Slide over trimmer head and turn counter-

clockwise (Le glisser sur la tête de coupe et

le tourner dans le sens antihoraire, Deslice

sobre el cabezal de la recortadora y gire

hacia la izquierda)

C - Tabs (ergots, orejetas)

D - Slots (fentes, ranuras)

Fig. 2

A - Phillips screwdriver (tournevis phillips,

destornillador phillips)

Fig. 1

Fig. 4

G - Telescoping shaft (flèche télescopique,

brazo telescópico)

H - Grass deflector (déflecteur d’herbe, deflector

de hierba)

I - Motor housing (boîtier du moteur,

alojamiento del motor)

J - Edge guide (guidage du taille-bordure, guía

para recortar bordes)

K - Trimmer head (tête du taille-haies, cabezal

de la recortadora)

Fig. 5

A - Cord retainer (retenue de cordon, retén para

el cable)

B - Extension cord outlet end (cordon

prolongateurs extremité de la prise

d’alimentation, extremo del enchufe de

cordón de extensión)

Fig. 6

PROPER TRIMMER OPERATING

POSITION

POSITION TAILLE-HAIES D’UTILISATION

CORRECTE

POSICIÓN RECORTADORA CORRECTA

PARA EL MANEJO DE LA HERRAMIENTA

Fig. 8

A - Direction of rotation (sens de rotation,

sentido de la rotación)

B - Best cutting area (d’efficacité, área de corte

óptima)

C - Dangerous cutting area (zone de coup

dangereuse, área de corte peligrosa)

Fig. 9

A - Telescoping boom coupler (coupleur du

flèche télescopique, acoplador del brazo

telescópico)

B - Tighten (aflojar, apriete)

C - Loosen (desserrer, aflojar)

A - Knob (bouton, perilla)

Fig. 7

A - Pivot button (bouton de pivot, botón del

pivote)

B - Notches 1 and 2: trimming and edging

(enchoches 1 et 2 : taille et coupe, muescas

1 y 2: rocartar y cortar bordes)

C - Notch 3: storage position only (enchoche 3 :

position de rangement seulement, muesca

3: posición solamente)

Fig. 10

Fig. 11

A - Switch trigger (gâchette, gatillo del

interruptor)

B - Attach outlet end of extension cord here

(inserer la fiche du cordon prolongateur ici,

acople aquí extremo del enchufe del cable de

extensión)

Fig. 15

WIND CLOCKWISE

ENROULER DANS LE SENS HORAIRE

ENROLLE HACIA LA DERECHA

A - Spool retainer (retenue de bobine, retén del

carrete)

B - Spool (bobine, carrete)

C - Tabs (languettes, pestañas)

D - Slots (fentes, ranuras)

E - Spool slots (fentes de bobine, ranuras de

carrete)

F - Line head(tête de ligne, cabezo de línea)

G - Eyelets (œillets, ojillos)

A - Spool (bobine, carrete)

B - Anchor holes (trou d’ancrage, tornillo de

sujeción)

C - Spool slots (fentes de bobine, ranuras de

carrete)

Fig. 16

Fig. 13

A - Edge guide (guidage de bordure, guía para el

recorte de bordes)

Fig. 14

Fig. 12

A - Pull up edging coupler to rotate (tirer en

haut le bouton du taille-bordure afin de

faire pivoter l’outil, arránquese el botón del

recorte de bordes para rotar)

B - Rotating rear handle (poignée arrière

rotative, mango trasero ajustable)

PROPER EDGING OPERATING POSITION

POSITION COUPE-BORDURES D’UTILISATION

CORRECTE

POSICIÓN RECORTADORA DE BORDES CORRECTA PARA

EL MANEJO DE LA HERRAMIENTA

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 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2

Introduction / Introducción

 Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................3-4

Instructions importantes concernant la sécurité / Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

 Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Symboles / Símbolos

 Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Caractéristiques électriques / Aspectos eléctricos

 Features ............................................................................................................................................................................7

Caractéristiques / Características

 Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................................7-8

Assemblage / Armado

 Operation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8-9

Utilisation / Funcionamiento

 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Entretien/ Mantenimiento

 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 11

Dépannage / Corrección de problemas

 Illustrated Parts List ........................................................................................................................................................ 12

Liste des pièces illustrées / Lista de piezas ilustradas

 Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Garantie/Garantía

 Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page

Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ......................................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO

This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability

have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

* * *

Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la

conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à

utiliser et à entretenir.

* * *

Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto

se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow

all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,

fire and/or serious personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

For safe operation, read and understand all instructions

before using this product. Follow all safety instructions.

Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can

result in serious personal injury.

Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this

unit.

Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects

such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which

can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1.

Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if

operation is dusty.

Dress Properly – Use rubber gloves and substantial

footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear

heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do

not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, sandals, or

go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.

Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entangle-

ment in moving parts.

Keep children away - Keep all bystanders, children, and

pets at least 50 ft. away.

Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or

under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Do not operate in poor lighting.

Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or

dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust

or fumes.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a po-

larized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will

require the use of a polarized extension cord. The plug

will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the

plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the

plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized

extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require

the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the

polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit

fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still

does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the

proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,

extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any

way.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as

pipes,

radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased

risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

Avoid Dangerous Environments - Don’t expose power

tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power

tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Warning – To reduce the risk of electric shock -

Use outdoor

extension cords marked W-A, W,

SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,

STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.

These cords

are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric

shock.



Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should

be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the

gardening appliance.

Receptacles are available having

built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure

of safety.

Use Right Appliance - Do not force tool. Use the correct

tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when

wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear

protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve

your footing on slippery surfaces.

Do not overreach - Keep firm footing and balance. Over-

reaching can result in loss of balance.



Avoid Accidental Start – Do not carry plugged in appliance

with finger on trigger. Be sure the switch trigger is not en-

gaged before plugging in.

Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or off.

Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch trigger

is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect appliance - Disconnect appliance from power

source before storing, servicing, changing accessories

such as cutting line. Such preventive safety measures

reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and

accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard

or cause product damage.

Maintain appliance with care - Replace string head if

cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Be sure the

string head is properly installed and securely fastened.

Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles are

properly and securely attached.

Use only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the cut-

ting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment, for

example, metal wire, rope, or the like. To install any other

brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can result in

serious personal injury.

Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place

and in good condition.

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Check damaged parts - Before further use of the tool, 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 conditions that may affect its

operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must

be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service

center to avoid risk of personal injury.

Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep

string head below waist level. Never cut with the string

head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.

Store idle appliances - When not in use, string trimmer

should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the

reach of children.

Extension cord - Make sure your extension cord is in

good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure

to use one heavy enough to carry the current your prod-

uct will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 16

is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in

length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recom mended.

If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the

gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord

will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power

and overheating.

Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, or rope. Unit is

designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other ac-

cessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury.

Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken

glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or

become entangled in cutting head.

Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid over-

heating the motor. Clean after each use.

Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not

in use. Carry the unit with the motor stopped.

Store unplugged and out of the reach of children.

Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is

depressed.

Do not use multiple cords.

Do not abuse the cord - Never carry the unit by the exten-

sion cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit.

Keep the extension cord clear of operator and obstacles

at all times. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or

sharp edges.

If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced

only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service

center to avoid risk.

Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct others who may use this power tool.

If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these

instructions also.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in

property damage.

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper

interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator’s Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand

operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply

with ANSI Z87.1.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.

Ricochet

Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or

property damage.

No Blade

Do not install or use any type of blade on a product displaying

this symbol.

V Volts Voltage

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power

min Minutes Time

Alternating Current Type of current

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

Class II Tool Double-insulated construction

SYMBOL NAME

DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

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EXTENSION CORDS

When using a power product at a considerable distance from

a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has

the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An

undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in

overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine

the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only

round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories

(UL) should be used.

When working outdoors with a product, use an extension

cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is

designated with “W-A” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.

Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or

exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

**Ampere rating (on product data plate)

0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)

25´ 16 16 16 16 14 14

50´ 16 16 16 14 14 12

100´ 16 16 14 12 10 —

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit

NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

WARNING:

Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.

Position the cord so that it will not get caught on

lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working

with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged

replace immediately. Never use product with a damaged

cord since touching the damaged area could cause elec-

trical shock resulting in serious injury.

DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power

tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-

wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are

isolated from the internal metal motor components with

protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need

to be grounded.

WARNING:

The double insulated system is intended to protect

the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool’s

internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions

to avoid electrical shock.

NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires

extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be

performed only by a qualified service technician. For service,

we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized

service center for repair. Always use original factory replace-

ment parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should

be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, AC only

(normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this

product on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop

will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If

your product does not operate when plugged into an outlet,

double-check the power supply.

GFCI

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be

provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the prod-

uct. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection

and may be used for this measure of safety.

ELECTRICAL

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FEATURES

Input ....................................................................................................................................120 V, AC only, 60 Hz, 5.0 Amps

Cutting Swath .................................................................................................................................................................14 in.

Weight .........................................................................................................................................................................5.8 lbs.

KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the

information on the product and in this operator’s manual as

well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before

use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating

features and safety rules.

ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE

The front handle can be adjusted for ease of operation and

to help prevent loss of control.

CORD RETAINER

A convenient cord retainer helps keep the extension cord

connection secure during string trimmer operation.

EDGE GUIDE

The easily mounted edge guide allows the string trimmer to

perform as an edger.

GRASS DEFLECTOR

The trimmer includes a grass deflector that helps protect

from flying debris.

ROTATING REAR HANDLE

The rotating rear handle on the string trimmer can be locked

in two different positions for ease of use when edging.

TELESCOPING BOOM

The string trimmer can be adjusted to different extension

points for ease of use.

THREE-POSITION PIVOTING HEAD

The trimmer head can be adjusted with the pivot button.

ASSEMBLY

PACKING LIST

Trimmer Assembly

Grass Deflector

Operator’s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this

product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product

with damaged or missing parts could result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not connect to power supply until assembly is com-

plete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting

and possible serious personal injury.

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

Carefully remove the product and any accessories from

the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list

are included.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List

are already assembled to your product when you unpack

it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by

the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use

of a product that may have been improperly assembled

could result in serious personal injury.

Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage

or damage occurred during shipping.

Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-800-242-4672 for assistance.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

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WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-

sories not recommended for use with this product. Any

such alteration or modification is misuse and could result

in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious

personal injury.

TOOLS NEEDED

See Figure 2.

The following tool (not included or drawn to scale) is needed

for assembly:

Phillips screwdriver

ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING GRASS DEFLECTOR

See Figures 3 - 4.

WARNING:

The line cutting blade on the grass deflector is sharp.

Avoid contact with the blade. Failure to avoid contact

can result in serious personal injury.

Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the supplied screw,

lock washer, and washer, from the motor housing.

Fit the grass deflector over the trimmer head into the slots

on motor housing.

Turn counterclockwise to lock grass deflector into

place.

Line up the screw hole in the grass deflector with the

center hole in the motor housing.

Install supplied screw, lock washer, and washer, and

tighten by turning clockwise with a phillips screwdriver.

OPERATION

STARTING/STOPPING THE TRIMMER

See Figures 5 - 6.

Route the extension cord through the slot located on the

rear of the string trimmer housing and place underneath

the cord retainer.

Attach the outlet end of an extension cord to the plug on

the rear of the string trimmer.

NOTE: Use only approved outdoor extension cords.

CAUTION:

Always use cord retainer to properly attach extension

cord to string trimmer. Failure to use cord retainer may re-

sult in damage to string trimmer and/or extension cord.

To start the string trimmer, press the switch trigger.

To stop the string trimmer, release the switch trigger.

ADJUSTABLE FRONT HANDLE

See Figure 7.

The angle of the front handle can be adjusted 180°.

Unplug the string trimmer.

 Set the trimmer on a flat surface and turn the knob

counterclockwise to loosen the handle.

 For trimming, adjust the handle upward.

 For edging, adjust the handle downward.

 Turn the knob clockwise until the handle is securely

tightened.

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with products to make you care-

less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is

sufficient to inflict severe injury.

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.

WARNING:

Never use blades, flailing devices, wire or rope on this

product. Do not use any attachments or accessories not

recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The

use of attachments or accessories not recommended

can result in serious personal injury.

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,

missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc.

Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate

this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.

Please call 1-800-242-4672 or contact an authorized service

center for assistance.

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THREE-POSITION PIVOTING HEAD

See Figure 8.

The trimmer head can be adjusted to three different posi-

tions.

Unplug the string trimmer.

 Depress the pivot button and move the trimmer head up

or down to one of the three positions indicated by the

notches.

 NOTE: Adjust the trimmer head to the first and second

notches from trimming and edging, based on preferred

trimming and edging position. Adjust to the third notch

for storage only.

 Make sure the trimmer head is securely locked into

place.

OPERATING THE TRIMMER

See Figure 9.

Follow these tips when using the string trimmer:

Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle

and your left hand on the front handle.

Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation.

Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the

rear handle about hip height.

Cut tall grass from the top down. This will prevent grass

from wrapping around the shaft housing and line head

which may cause damage from overheating.

If grass becomes wrapped around the line head:

Stop the trimmer.

Unplug the string trimmer.

Remove the grass.

WARNING:

Always hold the string trimmer away from the body

keeping clearance between the body and the string

trimmer. Any contact with the string trimmer cutting head

while operating can result in serious personal injury.

ADVANCING LINES

NOTE: The trimmer is equipped with an auto-feed head.

Bumping the head to try to advance the line will damage

trimmer and void warranty.

With the trimmer running, release the switch trigger.

Wait two seconds, and press the switch trigger.

NOTE: The line will extend approximately 1/4 in. with each

stop and start of the switch trigger until the line reaches

the length of the grass deflector blade.

Resume trimming.

ADVANCING THE LINE MANUALLY

Disconnect the string trimmer from the power supply, then

push the spool retainer button in while pulling on trimmer

line to manually advance.

CUT OFF BLADE

This trimmer is equipped with a cut-off blade on the grass de-

flector. For best cutting, advance line until they are trimmed

to length by the cut-off blade. Advance line whenever you

hear the motor running faster than normal, or when trimming

efficiency diminishes. This will maintain best performance

and keep trimmer line long enough to advance properly.

CUTTING TIPS

See Figure 10.

Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is

the best cutting area.

The string trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right

to left. This will avoid throwing debris at the operator.

Avoid cutting in the dangerous area.

Use the tip of the line to do the cutting; do not force line

head into uncut grass.

Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear, even break-

age. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may wear

trimmer line rapidly.

Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,

and fence posts can easily be damaged by the trimmer

line.

TELESCOPING BOOM

See Figure 11.

The boom can be extended or shortened for ease of use.

Unplug the string trimmer.

Unscrew telescoping boom coupler and slide to desired

position.

Tighten boom coupler.

ROTATING REAR HANDLE TO EDGING

POSITION

See Figure 12.

Unplug the string trimmer.

Pull up edging boom coupler and turn handle end coun-

terclockwise.

Release edging boom coupler when handle has been

rotated 180° and locks into place.

EDGING

See Figures 13 - 14.

The rotating handle can be used in combination with the

edge guide for edging sidewalks and walkways. To use the

edge guide, unplug the string timmer and flip down from

stored position.

OPERATION

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MAINTENANCE

SPOOL REPLACEMENT

See Figure 15.

Use only .065 in. diameter monofilament line. Use original

manufacturer’s replacement line for best performance.

Unplug the string trimmer.

Push in tabs on side of spool retainer.

Pull spool retainer up to remove.

Remove spool.

To install the new spool, make sure the two lines are

captured in the slots opposite each other on the new

spool. Make sure the end of each line is extended

approximately 6 in. beyond each slot.

Install the new spool so that the lines and slots align

with the eyelets in the line head. Thread the lines into the

eyelets.

Pull the lines extending from the line head so the line

releases from the slots in the spool.

Reinstall the spool retainer by depressing tabs into slots

and pushing down until spool retainer clicks into place.

LINE REPLACEMENT

See Figures 15-16.

Unplug the string trimmer.

Remove the spool from the line head.

NOTE: Remove any old line remaining on the spool.

Cut two pieces of line, each being approximately

9 ft. long. Use only .065 in. diameter monofilament line.

Insert the first line into the anchor hole in the upper part

of the spool. Wind the first line around the upper part

of the spool clockwise, as shown by the arrows on the

spool. Place line in the slot on spool, leaving about 6 in.

extended beyond the slot. Do not overfill. After winding the

line, there should be at least 1/4 in. between the wound

line and the outside edge of the spool.

Repeat above step with second line, using the bottom

part of spool. Do not overfill.

Replace the plastic retainer, spool, and the spool retainer.

Refer to Spool Replacement earlier in this manual.

STORING THE TRIMMER

Unplug the string trimmer.

Depress telescoping boom coupler and set at shortest

setting.

Clean all foreign material from the trimmer.

Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.

Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden

chemicals and de-icing salts.

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

Use of any other parts may 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.

WARNING:

Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,

shut off motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and

disconnect extension cord. Failure to follow these

instructions can result in serious personal injury or prop-

erty damage.

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 may result in serious personal

injury.

Periodically, clean all foreign material from the trimmer head

air vents.

You can often make repairs described here. For other repairs,

have the trimmer serviced by an authorized service center.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

1. Lubricate with silicone spray.

2. Install more line. Refer to Line Replacement

earlier in this manual.

3. Pull both lines while pressing button.

4. Remove lines from spool and rewind. Refer to

Line Replacement earlier in this manual.

1. Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent

wrapping.

1. Plug in the power cord.

2. Check circuit breaker.

1. Lines are welded to themselves.

2. Not enough string on spool.

3. Lines are worn too short.

4. Lines are tangled on spool.

1. Cutting tall grass at ground level.

1. Power cord is not plugged in or

connection is loose.

2. Household circuit breaker is

tripped.

Lines will not advance when

using the auto feed head:

Grass wraps around driveshaft

housing and string head:

Motor fails to start when

switch trigger is depressed.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

CALL

www.homelite.com

CALL US FIRST

For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,

call the Homelite

Help Line!

Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure

your complete satisfaction.

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1 099963002900 Data Label ..................................................................................................................1

2 099963001902 Logo Label ................................................................................................................1

3 31101520G Front Handle ...............................................................................................................1

4 099959001907 Warning Label ............................................................................................................1

5 3290205G Hex Nut (M6) ..............................................................................................................1

6 3110482G Clamp .........................................................................................................................1

7 3110282HG Knob Screw (M6) ........................................................................................................1

8 099963001903 Logo Label .................................................................................................................1

9 333000346G Edge Guide ................................................................................................................1

10 3290305G Flat Washer ................................................................................................................1

11 3290675G Lock Washer ..............................................................................................................1

12 3220811G Screw (M4 x 16 mm) ..................................................................................................1

13 34101176AG Spool Retainer ............................................................................................................1

14 31104178G Spool Assembly .........................................................................................................1

15 31100176G Grass Deflector ..........................................................................................................1

16 099963001904 Warning Label ............................................................................................................1

17 099963002901 Grass Deflector Label .................................................................................................1

988000444 Operator’s Manual

KEY PART

NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.

ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST

Page 13 — English

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., (“Homelite”) warrants

to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE brand

outdoor product is free from defect in material and

workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Homelite’s,

discretion, any defective product free of charge within these

time periods from the date of purchase.

 Two years for all models if used for personal, family, or

household use;

 90 days for any unit used for other purposes, such as

rental or commercial.

This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser

only and commences on the date of the original retail

purchase.

Any part of the this product manufactured or supplied

by Homelite and found in the reasonable judgment of

Homelite to be defective in material or workmanship will

be repaired or replaced without charge for parts and labor

by a Homelite authorized service center.

The product, including any defective part, must be returned

to an authorized service center within the warranty period.

The expense of delivering the product to the dealer for

warranty work and the expense of returning it back to the

owner after repair or replacement will be paid by the owner.

Homelite’s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to

making the required repairs or replacements and no claim

of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or

rescission of the contract of sale of any HOMELITE brand

product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer

to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must

be performed by a Homelite authorized service center.

This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of

original retail purchase for any HOMELITE brand product

that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other

income-producing purpose.

This warranty does not cover any HOMELITE brand product

that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or

accident, or that has been operated in any way contrary

to the operating instructions as specified in this operator’s

manual. This warranty does not apply to any damage to

the product that is the result of improper maintenance or

to any product that has been altered or modified. The

warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary

by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories

which are either incompatible with the HOMELITE

brand product or adversely affect its operation,

performance, or durability. In addition, this warranty does

not cover:

A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor

Adjustments, Ignition, Filters

B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting

Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive

Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades,

Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bags

and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains

Homelite reserves the right to change or improve

the design of any HOMELITE brand product without

assuming any obligation to modify any product previously

manufactured.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION

TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. ACCORDINGLY,

ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING

MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN

THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE

APPROPRIATE TWO-YEAR, OR NINETY-DAY WARRANTY

PERIOD. HOMELITE’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS

WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED

TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE

PARTS AND HOMELITE DOES NOT ASSUME OR

AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY

OTHER OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW

LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY

LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU. HOMELITE ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY

FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER

DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, EXPENSE

OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED

HOMELITE SERVICE CENTER AND EXPENSE OF

DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC’S

TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES,

RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME

WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL,

LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS

OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS

OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO NOT

ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE

LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This warranty applies to all HOMELITE brand products

manufactured by or for Homelite and sold in the United

States and Canada.

To locate your nearest Homelite authorized service

center, dial 1-800-242-4672 or log on to our website at

www.homelite.com.

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INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ

AVERTISSEMENT :

Lire et veiller à bien comprendre toutes les

instructions. Le non-respect des instructions ci-dessous

peut entraîner une électrocution, un incendie et des

blessures graves.

LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS

Pour travailler en toute sécurité, lire et veiller à bien

comprendre toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser ce

produit. Respecter toutes les instructions de sécurité. Le

non respect des instructions de sécurité ci-dessous peut

entraîner des blessures graves.

Ne pas laisser des enfants ou personnes n’ayant pas reçu

une formation adéquate utiliser cet outil.



Déblayer la zone de travail avant chaque utilisation. La

débarrasser de tous les objets tels que cailloux, verre brisé,

clous, fils métalliques, cordes, etc. risquant d’être projetés

ou de se prendre dans la ligne de coupe ou la lame.

Toujours porter une protection oculaire avec écrans

latéraux certifiée conforme à la norme ANSI Z87.1.

Utiliser les lunettes de sûreté – Toujours la visage

d’usage ou le masque de poussière si l’opération est

poussiéreuse.

S’habiller convenablement – les gants de caoutchouc

d’Usage et la chaussures substantielle sont recommandés

en travaillant dehors. Porter des pantalons longs,

manches longues des chaussures et des gants épais. Ne

pas porter de vêtements amples, bijoux, shorts, sandales

et ne pas travailler pieds nus. Ne porter aucun bijou.

Attacher les cheveux longs pour les maintenir au-dessus

des épaules, afin qu’ils ne se prennent pas dans les pièces

en mouvement.

Tenir les enfants éloignés - Ranger les appareils qui ne

sont pas utilisés - Garder les badauds, enfants et animaux

à une distance de 15 m (50 pi) minimum.

Rester alerte - Prêter attention au travail et faire prevue de

bon. Ne pas utiliser ce taille-bordures en état de fatigue,

si l’on est souffrant ou sous l’influence de l’alcool, de

drogues ou de médicaments.

Ne pas fonctionner dans les pauvres allumant.

Garder toutes les parties du corps à l’écart des pièces

en mouvement.

Ne pas utiliser d’outils électriques dans des atmosphères

explosives, par exemple en présence de liquides, gaz

ou poussières inflammables. Les outils électriques

produisent des étincelles risquant d’enflammer les

poussières ou vapeurs.



Pour éviter les risques de choc électrique, cet outil est

équipé d’une fiche polarisée (une broche est plus large

que l’autre) qui exige l’usage d’un cordon polarisé. Cette

fiche ne peut être branchée sur une prise polarisée que

dans un sens. Si la fiche ne peut pas être insérée dans la

prise du cordon, l’inverser. Si la fiche ne peut toujours pas

être insérée, se procurer un cordon polarisé approprié. Une

rallonge polarisée exigera l’utilisation d’une prise de courant

murale polarisée. Cette fiche ne peut être branchée dans

une prise polarisée que dans un sens. Si la fiche ne peut pas

être insérée à fond dans la prise, l’inverser. Si elle ne peut

toujours pas être insérée, faire installer une prise adéquate

par un électricien qualifié. Ne jamais modifier la fiche de

l’outil, ni la prise ou la fiche du cordon prolongateur.

Éviter tout contact du corps avec des surfaces mises

à la terre,

telles que tuyaux, radiateurs, cuisinières et

réfrigérateurs. Le risque de choc électrique est accru

lorsque le corps est mis à la terre.

Éviter les environnements dangereux - Ne pas exposer

les outils électriques à la pluie ou l’humidité. La

pénétration d’eau dans ces outils accroît le risque de

choc électrique.

Avertissement – Pour réduire le risque d’un choc électrique

Utiliser des cordons prolongateurs marqués W-A, W, W-A,

SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A,

ou SJTOW-A.

Ces cordons sont conçus pour l’usage en

extérieur et réduisent les risques de choc électrique.



Les circuits et prises sur lesquels cet outil est branché

doivent être protégés par un disjoncteur différentiel. Des

prises à disjoncteur différentiel sont en vente dans le

commerce et peuvent être utilisées à titre de sécurité.

Utiliser l’outil approprié - Ne pas forcer l’outil. Utiliser

un outil approprié pour le travail. Un outil approprié

exécutera le travail mieux et de façon moins dangereuse

s’il fonctionne dans les limites prévues.

Ne pas faire fonctionner l’équipement pied-nu ou

en portant des sandales ou des chaussures légères

similaires. Porter des chaussures de protection qui

protègent vos pieds et améliorent votre équilibre sur des

surfaces glissantes.

Ne pas exagérer en se courbant ou en s’étirant - Se tenir

bien campé et en équilibre. Ne pas travailler hors de

portée de l’outil.

Éviter une mise en marche accidentelle –

Éviter les

démarrages accidentels. S’assurer que la gâchette du

commutateur n’est pas engagée avant de brancher l’outil.

Ne pas utiliser l’outil si le commutateur ne permet pas de

le mettre en marche et de l’arrêter. Tout outil qui ne peut

pas être contrôlé par son commutateur est dangereux et

doit être réparé.

Débrancher l’appareil - Débrancher l’appareil de la source

d’alimentation avant d’entreposer, d’effectuer l’entretien

ou de changer les accessoires comme le fil de coupe.

Utiliser exclusivement des pièces de rechange et acces-

soire d’origine. L’usage de toute autre pièce pourrait créer

une situation dangereuse ou endommager l’outil.

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Assurer un entretien soigneux de l’appareil - Si la tête de

coupe est fendue, brisée ou endommagée de quelque

façon que ce soit, la remplacer. S’assurer que la tête de

coupe ou la lame est correctement installée et solidement

assujettie. S’il ne le sont pas, l’opérateur court des risques

de blessures graves.

S’assurer que tous les dispositifs de protection,

déflecteurs et poignées sont correctement installés et

solidement assujettis.

Utiliser exclusivement des lignes de coupe d’origine.

Ne pas utiliser un autre accessoire de coupe, tel que fil

métallique, corde, ou autre. L’utilisation d’une tête de

coupe d’autre marque sur cette taille-bordures à ligne

peut entraîner des blessures graves.

Ne jamais utiliser l’outil si le déflecteur d’herbe n’est pas

en place et en bon état.

Vérifier les pièces endommagées - Quand un protecteur

ou une autre pièce a été endommagé(e), vérifier, avant

de continuer à utiliser l’outil, si cette pièce pourra encore

fonctionner normalement et remplir son rôle. Vérifier

l’alignement des pièces mobiles, détecter les pièces

mobiles grippées ou les pièces rompues, un assemblage

déficient ou toute autre condition pouvant affecter la

sécurité d’utilisation. Un protecteur ou une autre pièce

endommagé(e) doit être réparé convenablement ou rem-

placé par un centre d’entretien agréé afin d’éviter des

blessures corporelles.

Tenir fermement les deux poignées pendant le travail.

Tenir la tête de coupe au-dessous du niveau de la taille.

Ne jamais tailler avec la tête de coupe à plus de 762 mm

(30 po) du sol.

Ranger les appareils qui ne sont pas utilisés - Quand

pas dans l’usage, taille-bordures à ligne devrait être

emmagasiné à la maison dans un sec, fermé à clef la

remiser dans un endroit inaccessible aux enfants.

Cordon prolongateur - S’assurer que le cordon

prolongateur est en bon état. Si un cordon prolongateur

est utilisé, s’assurer que sa capacité est suffisante pour

supporter le courant de fonctionnement de l’outil. Un

calibre de fil (A.W.G) d’au minimum 16 est recommandé

pour un cordon prolongateur de 15 mètres (50 pi)

maximum. En cas de doute, utiliser un cordon du calibre

immédiatement supérieur. Moins le numéro de calibre est

élevé, plus la capacité du fil est grande. Un cordon de

capacité insuffisante causerait une baisse de la tension

de ligne, entraînant une perte de puissance et une

surchauffe.

Ne jamais utiliser de lames ou de dispositifs à fléau, fil et

cordes. L’unité est conçue pour être utilisée exclusivement

avec un taille bordures à fil. Le fait d’utiliser l’outil avec

tout autre accessoire ou dispositif fait augmenter le risque

de blessures.

S’assurer que les évents d’aération sont propres et

exempts de débris afin d’éviter que le moteur ne

surchauffe. Les nettoyer après chaque utilisation.

Arrêter l’outil et le débrancher de la source d’alimentation

lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé. Attendre l’arrêt complet du

moteur avant de déplacer l’outil.

Ranger l’outil en s’assurant qu’il est débranché et qu’il

est hors de la portée des enfants.

Ne pas suspendre l’outil d’une façon qui enclencherait

la gâchette.

Ne pas utiliser plus d’un cordon.

Éviter de malmener le cordon - Ne jamais transporter

l’outil en le tenant par le cordon, ou tirer d’un coup sec

sur celui-ci pour débrancher l’outil.

Tenir le cordon loin de l’utilisateur et des obstacles en tout

temps. Ne pas exposer le cordon à la chaleur, à l’huile,

à l’eau ou à des arêtes tranchantes.

Si le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé, il doit être

remplacé uniquement pas le fabricant ou par un centre

de réparation agréé pour éviter tout risque.

Conserver ces instructions. Les consulter fréquemment

et les utiliser pour instruire les autres utilisateurs éventu-

els. Si cet outil est prêté, il doit être accompagné de ces

instructions.

INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ

Page 5 — Français

SYMBOLES

Les termes de mise en garde suivants et leur signification ont pour but d’expliquer le degré de risques associé à

l’utilisation de ce produit.

SYMBOLE SIGNAL SIGNIFICATION

DANGER : Indique une situation extrêmement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée,

aura pour conséquences des blessures graves ou mortelles.

AVERTISSEMENT : Indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas

évitée, pourrait entraîner des blessures graves ou mortelles.

ATTENTION : Indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas

évitée, pourraît entraîner des blessures légères ou de gravité modérée.

ATTENTION : (Sans symbole d’alerte de sécurité) Indique une situation pouvant entraîner

des dommages matériels.

Certains des symboles ci-dessous peuvent être utilisés sur produit. Veiller à les étudier et à apprendre leur signification.

Une interprétation correcte de ces symboles permettra d’utiliser produit plus efficacement et de réduire les risques.

SYMBOLE NOM DÉSIGNATION / EXPLICATION

Symbole d’alerte de sécurité Indique un risque de blessure potentiel.

Lire le manuel d’utilisation

Pour réduire les risques de blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et

veiller à bien comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser

ce produit.

Protection oculaire

Toujours porter une protection oculaire avec écrans latéraux

certifiée conforme à la norme ANSI Z87.1.

Avertissement concernant

l’humidité

Ne pas exposer à la pluie ou l’humidité.

Ne laisser personne

s’approcher

Garder les badauds à une distance de 15 m (50 pi) minimum.

Danger de ricochet

Ne pas utiliser le coupe-bourdures sans le protecteur. Rester

éloigné de la tête de coupe rotative.

Ne pas utiliser de lame

Ne jamais utiliser une lame quelconque sur un outil portant ce

symbole.

V Volts Tension

A Ampères Intensité

Hz Hertz Fréquence (cycles par seconde)

W Watts Puissance

min Minutes Temps

Courant alternatif Type de courant

Courant continu Type ou caractéristique du courant

Outil de la classe II Construction à double isolation

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English: Homelite ut41121 Owner's manual
español: Homelite ut41121 El manual del propietario

Homelite ut41121 Le manuel du propriétaire

Homelite ut41121 Le manuel du propriétaire

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