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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
18 Volt Cordless Pole Pruner
Model No. UT34020
Your new pole pruner has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. 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.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ■■■■■ Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 ■■■■■ Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................... 3 - 5 ■■■■■ Symbols .......................................................................................................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not force the pole pruner. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job WARNING: better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Do not attempt to operate this unit until you have ■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance read thoroughly and understand completely all at all times. Proper footing and balance enables instructions, safety information, etc. contained in better control of the pole pruner in unexpected
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ To reduce the risk of explosion and possible injury, PRECAUTIONS AGAINST KICKBACK Do not place battery units or their batteries near fire Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to or heat. serious injury. ■ Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released ■ Keep a good firm grip on the unit with both hands electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to when operating the unit. Place your right hand on the the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The cell may b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good explode. Batteries should be recycled, consult your electrical condition; and local waste authority for information regarding c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere available recycling and/or disposal options. rating of charger as specified below: ■ When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100' other metal objects l
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SYMBOLS Important: 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 better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current n No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load 0 Class II
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SYMBOLS WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. The purpose of safety symbols is to attract
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U O APPLICATIONS Use the pole pruner for limbing and pruning small branches and limbs up to 4 in. (10.25 cm) in diameter. The long length of the pole pruner allows the operator to prune branches or limbs that are normally out of reach. FEATURES KNOW YOUR POLE PRUNER See Figure 3. WARNING: Before attempting to use the pole pruner, familiarize Do not allow familiarity with your pole pruner to yourself with all operating features and safety require- make you careless. Remember that a careless ments
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18.0V ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL AND REMOVE BLADE WARNING: Failure to remove the battery pack from the pole pruner could result in accidental starting which could possibly cause serious personal injury. INSTALLING THE BLADE See Figures 4 and 5. 1 Remove the battery pack from the pole pruner. 2 Remove the blade wrench from the storage area. See Figure 4. Fig. 4 3 Place the blade wrench in access hole and loosen the blade retaining screw. See Figure 5. 4 Install blade into the mounting clamp. NOTE: Make
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U U U O O O ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE SHAFT See Figures 7, 8 and 9. 1 Rotate the lower portion of the shaft adjustment collar to the “Unlock” position. See Figure 7. 2 Lower shaft should now be free to slide down from SLIDE OUT TO inside the upper shaft. Make sure the shaft is pulled DESIRED POSITION out to the desired position. See Figure 8. 3 Rotate shaft adjustment collar to the “Lock” position and tighten securely. See Figure 9. SHAFT ADJUSTMENT COLLAR Fig. 8 LOWER PORTION TO UNLOCK OF SHAFT
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OPERATION BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER BATTERY LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER PACK See Figure 10. LED WILL BE ON TO INDICATE STATUS OF BATTERY CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK: CHARGER ■ Red LED on = Fast charging mode. ■ Green LED on = Fully charged battery pack. ■ Yellow and Green LEDs on = Control charge or defective battery pack. ■ No LED on = Defective charge or battery pack. CHARGING YOUR POLE PRUNER The battery pack for your pole pruner has been shipped RED LIGHT in a low charge condition to prevent possibl
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OPERATION CAUTION: TRIGGER LOCK When placing battery pack in your pole pruner, be BUTTON sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with groove in pole pruner's battery port and latches snap in place properly. Improper assembly of battery pack can cause damage to internal components. STARTING AND STOPPING THE POLE TRIGGER PRUNER See Figure 11. STARTING THE POLE PRUNER 1 Hold the pole pruner as shown and ensure that you are well away from anything that may contact the blade. See Figure 12. Fig. 11 2
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OPERATION WARNING: To prevent possible serious injury to yourself or to others, read, understand, and follow all instructions in this operator's manual. ■ Keep the unit at full speed the entire time you are CUTTING GUIDE cutting. ■ For second and final cuts (from top of limb or Fig. 14 branch), hold the front cutting guide against the limb being cut. This will help steady the limb and make it easier to cut. See Figure 14. ■ Allow the blade to cut for you; exert only light downward pressure. If
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OPERATION ■ As the angle of the pole pruner boom to ground increases, the difficulty of making the first cut (from the underside of limb) increases. Failure to follow this procedure can result in the blade binding and becoming pinched or trapped in the limb. If this should happen: 1 Stop the unit and remove the battery pack. 2 Remove the blade retaining screw, with the allen wrench supplied, then remove the unit from the trapped blade. 3 Lift the limb while holding the blade. This should releas
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1 . 8 E 0 L 0 . C 8 MAINTENANCE BATTERIES WARNING: The battery pack for your pole pruner is equipped with nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length of When servicing use only identical Homelite service from each charging will depend on the type of replacement parts. Use of any other parts may work you are doing. create a hazard or cause product damage. The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble free life. However, like all batteries, Avoid using solvents when cl
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WARRANTY normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT either INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE HOMELITE product or Homelite Consumer Product, Inc. warrants to the original adversely affect its operation, performance or durability. In retail purchaser that this HOMELITE product is free from addition, this warranty does not cover: defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor Adjustments, Filters replace, at Homelite
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL 18 Volt Cordless Pole Pruner Model No. UT34020 SERVICE Now that you have purchased your unit, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-chainsaw (1-800-242-4672) for your nearest Homelite Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.homelite.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers. MODEL N
