Homelite UT41002 User Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
VersaLite™ Electric String Trimmer
Model No. UT41002
Your trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite's high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the trimmer 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.
Thank you for buying a Homelite product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................. 2
Safety ................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Symbols................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Specifications .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Unpacking................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Features .................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Assembly .............................................................................................................................................................. 8-9
Operation.......................................................................................................................................................... 10-11
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 12-13
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................................... 14
Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................... 15
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Customer Service Information ............................................................................................................................... 18
INTRODUCTION
Your trimmer has many features that make using this product more pleasant and enjoyable. We have given safety,
performance, and dependability top priority in the design of this product, making it easy to maintain and operate.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use this product until you thoroughly read and completely understand the operator’s manual. Pay
close attention to the safety rules, including Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your product properly
and only as intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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SAFETY
WARNING:
When using electric gardening appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal
injury, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Clear the work area before each use. Remove all
objects, such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or
string that can be thrown or become entangled in the
cutting line.
Wear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, or go barefoot.
Do not wear jewelry of any kind.
Secure hair above shoulder level to prevent entangle-
ment in moving parts.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
this product.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.
(15 m) away.
Do not operate this product when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.
Keep all parts of your body away from moving parts.
Inspect the product before use. Replace any dam-
aged parts before use.
Do not operate the product in damp or wet locations.
Do not use the product in the rain.
Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this
product.
Use the right product. Use the product for the in-
tended purpose only.
Do not handle the product with wet hands.
Do not use the product if the switch does not turn the
product on or off. A product that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Avoid accidental starting; never carry the product with
your finger on the trigger.
Stay alert and pay attention to what you are doing.
Use common sense when using this product.
Do not force the product. It will do a better job with
less likelihood of a risk of injury when you operate it
at the rate for which it was designed.
Use the product for cutting grass and light weeds
only. Do not use for any other purpose.
Before starting the product, position it so that the line
does not come in contact with anything you do not
intend to cut.
Keep the grass deflector in place at all times while
operating the product. The product may overheat
without the grass deflector in place.
Stop the product immediately, unplug it, and check for
damage if you strike or become entangled with
foreign objects. Do not operate the product before
having any damage repaired.
Keep hands away from the cutting line. Do not
attempt to remove cut material or to hold material to
be cut when the line is moving. Be sure the unplug
the product and the release the trigger when clearing
jammed material from the line. Do not grasp the line
when picking up or holding the product.
Be cautious after turning off the product. The line
coasts after turning off the product.
Disconnect the product from the power supply when it
is not in use, before servicing, and when changing
accessories.
SPECIFIC TRIMMER SAFETY RULES
Replace the trimmer head if cracked, chipped, or
damaged in any way. Be sure the trimmer head is
properly installed and securely fastened.
Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles
are properly and securely attached.
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the
trimmer head.
Never operate the product without the grass deflector
in place and in good condition.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming.
Keep the trimmer head below waist level. Never cut
with the trimmer head over 30 in. (76 cm) or more
above the ground.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY RULES
Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.
Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry the product
by the cord. Never yank the plug out of the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
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SAFETY
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use only round-
jacketed extension cords approved for outdoor use,
such as cords of type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,
STOW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-W, or SJTOW-A. Since
this tool is double insulated, you may use a 2-wire
extension cord (an extension cord without a ground).
However, you may also use a 3-wire extension cord
(an extension cord with a ground) that has a NEMAtype connector (parallel blade, U ground). Extension
cords are available from your local retailer.
Be sure to use a cord that is heavy enough to carry
the current that your product will draw. The correct
cord size depends on cord length and amperage
rating (see figures below). An undersized cord set will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. Use of an improper extension cord
could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same
number, size and shape as those on the plug on the
charger.
b. That the extension cord is properly wired and in
good electrical condition; and
c. That the wire size is large enough for the AC
ampere rating of the product as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 14 12
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this product has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other)
and requires the use of a polarized extension cord.
This product’s plug fits into a polarized extension cord
in 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. Use
of a polarized extension cord requires use of a
polarized wall outlet. This product’s plug fits into a
polarized wall outlet in 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
product plug, the extension cord receptacle, or the
extension cord plug in any way.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuits(s) or outlet(s) used
for this product. Receptacles with built-in GFCI
protection are available and may be used.
Inspect extension cords for deterioration, cuts, or
cracks in the insulation. Repair or replace the cords if
any defects appear.
A nameplate on the product indicates the unit’s
voltage. Never connect the product to an AC voltage
that differs from this voltage.
MAINTENANCE RULES
Maintain the product with care. Follow instructions for
changing accessories. Keep the product dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease.
Release the trigger, allow the motor to stop, and
unplug the product before making adjustments or
repairs.
Do not use the product if parts have been damaged.
Check the product to make sure that it will operate
properly and perform the intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the unit’s operation. Inspect the unit’s power
connection. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by a Homelite authorized service center.
Keep the product clean of grass clippings and other
materials that may become lodged in the cutting lines.
Never douse or squirt the product with water or any
other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from
debris. After each use, clean with a soft, dry cloth.
SERVICE RULES
Service on this product must be performed by quali-
fied repair personnel only. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in
injury to the user or damage to the product. Such
service may also void your warranty.
Use only identical replacement parts when servicing
the product. Follow the instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may
create a risk of shock, serious injury to the user, or
damage to the product. Such use may also void your
warranty.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION RULES
Stop the motor when you are waiting to cut or when
you are walking from one cutting location to another.
Store the product inside in a dry place. Store the
product up high or lock it up to prevent unauthorized
use or damage. Keep the product out of the reach of
children.
Secure the product when transporting it.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this product. If
you loan someone this product, loan these instructions
also.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool more safely and effectively.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Indicates danger, warning or caution. Attention is
required to avoid serious personal injury. May be
used in conjunction with other symbols or
pictographs.
Ricochet Thrown objects can cause severe injury. Wear
protective clothing and boots.
Eye Protection Thrown objects can cause severe eye injury. Wear
eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1
when operating this product.
Bystanders Alert Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets,
at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area.
No Blade Do not install any type of blade on this product.
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
Read Operator’s Manual Read the operator’s manual before starting or
operating this product. Failure to follow operating
instructions and safety precautions in the
operator’s manual can result in serious injury.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.
SYMBOL 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 serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.
Note: Advises you of additional information concerning the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
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SPECIFICATIONS
MOTOR
Motor Type .........................................................................................................................................................120 V AC
Operating RPM ......................................................................................................................................................... 6500
Amperage.............................................................................................................................................................. 6 amps
DRIVE SHAFT AND CUTTING HEAD
Drive Shaft ............................................................................................................................................. 1/4 in. Flex Shaft
Cutting Head ......................................................................................................................................Bump Line Release
Cutting Path Diameter.............................................................................................................................. 15 in. (381 mm)
Drive Shaft Housing ................................................................................................................................. Aluminum Tube
Cutting Line Diameter ............................................................................................................................... .080 in. (2 mm)
UNPACKING
INFORMATION
Carefully remove the parts from the box.
Inspect the parts carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-242-4672 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Upper shaft (Power head) (1)
Attachment shaft (Cutting head) (1)
Handle (1)
Carriage bolt - 6 mm x 59.7 mm (1)
Flat washer - 6 mm (1)
Wing nut - 6 mm (1)
Grass deflector (1)
Wing nut - 1/4 in. (1)
Flat washer - 1/4 in. (1)
Lock washer - 1/4 in. (1)
Hex bolt - 1/4 in. x 2 in. (1)
Operator’s manual
WARNING
If any parts are missing, replace them before operating the product. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury.
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