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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SAFETY GUIDELINES/DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting
YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this
information.
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 haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or mod er -
ate injury.
CAUTION:! Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
G G E E N N E E R R A A L L S S A A F F E E T T Y Y W W A A R R N N I I N N G G S S A A N N D D I I N N S S T T R R U U C C T T I I O O N N S S F F O O R R A A L L L L A A P P P P L L I I A A N N C C E E S S
TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:
• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions and other
information contained in this manual.
• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.
WARNING! When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General power tool safety warnings.
Warning! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings
listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b. 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.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
NOTE: The term "Residual Curent Device (RCD)" can be replaced by "Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI)" or by "Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB)".
3. Personal safety
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can can reduce dust related hazards.
4. Power tool use and care
a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the power toolsoperation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
6. Electrical safety
Your tool is double insulated; therefore no earth wire is required. Always check that the main voltage
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Warning! If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, authorized Black & Decker
Service Center or an equally qualified person in order to avoid damage or injury. If the power cord is replaced
by an equally qualified person, but not authorized by Black & Decker, the warranty will not be valid.
7. Labels on tool
The label on your tool may include the following symbols:
V ........... Volts
Read Instructions Manual
A ........... Amperes
Hz ......... Hertz
W........... Watts
Use Eye Protection
min........ minutes
........ Alternating Current
Use Ear Protection
........ Direct Current
WARNING
Unplug unit if cord is damaged or tangled
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Flying debree, keep your distance
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Unplug unit before cleaning or repairing
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Do not expose to rain
WARNING! When servicing double insulated tools, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
Replace or repair damaged cords.
WARNING! To prevent electrical shock hazard, use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Always connect extension cords to a fused line or one protected by a circuit breaker.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: POLARIZED PLUGS
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other)
and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance 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.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: EXTENSION CORDS
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 product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
A A D D D D I I T T I I O O N N A A L L W W A A R R N N I I N N G G S S F F O O R R S S T T R R I I N N G G T T R R I I M M M M E E R R S S
1. DO NOT immerse tool in water or squirt it with a hose. DO NOT allow any liquid to get inside it.
2. Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
3. DO NOT clean with a pressure washer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY/ADJUSTMENT SET-UP
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED (NOT SUPPLIED):
- Phillips Screwdriver
ATTACHING THE TWO PIECE GUARD
WARNING: Unplug the tool before attempting to attach the guard. NEVER OPERATE TOOL WITHOUT
GUARD FIRMLY IN PLACE. THE GUARD MUST ALWAYS BE ON THE TOOL TO PROTECT THE USER.
• Remove the two guard sections from the carton.
• Attach the first guard section with side tab into the groove around the housing as shown in figure 1. Align
the hole in the guard with the post on the trimmer housing.
• Remove the screw from the second guard section.
• Insert the top tab from the second guard section into the first guard section as shown in figure 2.
NOTE: The rib behind the tab should be hooked over the rib of the first guard section. (See inset
figure 2).
• Insert the side tab from the first guard section into the slot of the second guard section until you hear them
"snap" together (figure 3).
• Insert the
inch (19mm) screw as shown in figure 4 to complete the guard assembly.
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• Once the guard is installed, remove the covering from the line cut-off blade, located on the edge of the
second guard section.
ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE
• Attach the handle to the metal shaft of the trimmer (with the Black & Decker logo facing upward) by pushing
it onto the shaft from the side. Once it is pushed onto the metal shaft, the handle can be turned into the
correct orientation .
• Insert the 2-1/2 inch (63.5mm) bolt through the holes in the handle and thread on the plastic knob as shown
in figure 5.
• For maximum comfort and control, adjust the auxiliary handle to suit your height. Shorter users adjust handle
to a lower position (away from you) and taller users, adjust handle to an upper position (towards you). The
handle should be adjusted so that your front arm is straight when the trimmer is in the working position.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
• The overall height of the trimmer can be adjusted by pressing the button shown in figure 6 and moving the
metal tube up or down into one of the three rectangular recesses in the tube until you hear it "snap" into place.
CAUTION! Confirm that the tube is locked in place by releasing the button and pushing down on the tube.
ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD
• An extension cord retainer (figure 7) is built into the switch handle that prevents the cord from coming
unplugged. To use this feature, simply double the extension cord about 8 inches (203mm) from the end, and
insert it into the slot in the bottom of the handle area. Hook the loop formed by doubling the cord over the
tab. Gently tug on the cord to insure that it is firmly retained in the trimmer's handle. Plug the receptacle end
of the extension cord into the plug blades in the trimmer.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Always use proper eye protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA Z94.3) while
operating this power tool.
CAUTION! Inspect area to be trimmed and remove any wire, cord, or string-like objects
which could become entangled in the rotating line or spool. Be particularly careful to avoid any wire which
might be bent outwardly into the path of the tool, such as barbs at the base of a chain link fence.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF
• To switch the tool on, squeeze the trigger lever.
• To switch the tool off, release the trigger lever.
• With the unit on, angle unit and slowly swing the trimmer side to side as shown in figure 8.
• To operate as a maintenance edger, unplug the unit from the power source. Push the button and rotate the
tube 180° as shown in figure 6. The tool will lock in position. Gently pull the wire edge guide down into
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.......... No-Load Speed
0
........ Class II Construction
........ Earthing Terminal
........ Safety Alert Symbol
.../min.... Revolutions or Reciprocation
per minute
Read instruccion manual
Keep bystanders away
Always wear safety glasses