Black & Decker 583994-01 Instruction Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSCharging the Power PackTHE BATTERIES IN YOUR POWER PACK ARE NOT FULLY CHARGED AT THE FACTORY. BEFOREATTEMPTING TO CHARGE THEM, THOROUGHLY READ ALL OF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.1. Remove the power pack from the tool by squeezing it as shown in Figure 1.2. Plug the charger into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical outlet.3. Insert the power pack into the charger (Fig. 2) and let it charge for 3 hours.4. Remove pack from the charger and replace in tool.Important Charging Notes1. After normal usage, your power pack should be fully charged in 3 hours or less. If the powerpack is run-down completely, it may take up to 8 hours to become fully charged. Your powerpack was sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before attempting to use it, it mustbe charged for at least 3 hours.2. DO NOT charge the power pack in an air temperature below 40°F (5°C) or above 105°F(41°C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to the power pack. Longest lifeand best performance can be obtained if the power pack is charged when the airtemperature is about 75°F (25°C).3. While charging, the charger may hum and become warm to touch. This is anormal condition and does not indicate a problem.4. If the power pack does not charge properly — (1) Check current at receptacle by pluggingin a lamp or other appliance. (2) Check to see if receptacle isconnected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights. (3) Movecharger and power pack to a surrounding air temperature of 40°F (5°C) to 105°F (41°C).(4) If the receptacle and temperature are ok, and you do not get proper charging, take orsend the power pack and charger to your local authorized service center. See “ToolsElectric” in yellow pages.5. The power pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs whichwere easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use the hedge trimmer with its powerpack in a depleted condition.6. To prolong power pack life, avoid leaving the power pack on charge for more than 8 hours.Although overcharging is not a safety concern, it can significantly reduce overall powerpack life.7. A fully charged power pack, after being off charge for 1 month, will still have 75% of itsenergy in the power pack; after 6 months, 50% will remain.8. Do not charge power pack in rain or in wet conditions.9. Use only the power pack and charger provided with your hedge trimmer oridentical replacement parts.10. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire; the cells may explode. Check with local codes forpossible special disposal instructions.11. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may causedamage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.12. Exercise care when handling batteries in order not to short the battery withconducting materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery orconductor may overheat and cause burns.13. Use only the following type and size battery: PS130 Power Pack - 12V.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.SWITCHTo turn the tool “ON”,slide the lock off button, shown in Figure 3, forward and, squeeze thetrigger switch. Once the tool is running, you may release the lock off button. In order to keep thetool running you must continue to squeeze the trigger. To turn the tool “OFF”, simply release thetrigger.TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS1. WORKING POSITION – Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach. Wearsafety goggles, non-skid footwear and rubber gloves when trimming. Hold the tool firmly inboth hands and turn the tool ON. Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the illustrations inthis manual, with one hand on the switch handle and one hand on the bail handle. (Figure 4)Never hold the tool by the blade guard.2. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH – (Figure 5) A wide, sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeththrough the twigs is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the blade, in the direction ofmotion gives the best cutting.CAUTION Do not cut stems greater than 7/16” (12mm). Use the trimmeronly for cutting normal shrubbery around houses and buildings.3. LEVEL HEDGES (Figure 6) – To obtain exceptionally level hedges a piece of string can bestretched along the length of the hedge as a guide.4. SIDE TRIMMING HEDGES (Figure 7) – Hold the trimmer as shown and begin at the bottomand sweep up.WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONSTO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions andother information contained in this manual.• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.• WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of Californiato cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash handsafter handling.• WARNING: Some dust created by this product contains chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Someexamples of these chemicals are:• compounds in fertilizers• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumberTo reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dustmasks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.• CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Undersome conditions and duration of use, noise from this product maycontribute to hearing loss.• WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautionsshould always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, andpersonal injury, including the following:READ ALL INSTRUCTIONSGENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT- Do not use or charge hedge trimmers in damp or wetlocations.• DO NOT USE OR CHARGE battery operated hedge trimmer in rain.• DO NOT OPERATE hedge trimmer in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these toolsnormally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from the work area.• DRESS PROPERLY - Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wearprotective hair covering to contain long hair.• USE SAFETY GLASSES - Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING - Don’t carry hedge trimmer with finger on switch.DANGER: Risk of cut. Keep hands away from blades. Keep both hands on handles whenpower is on.• DO NOT ATTEMPT to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving.Make sure battery is removed when clearing jammed material from blades. Do not grasp theexposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the hedge trimmer.CAUTION: Blades may coast after turn off.CAUTION: NEVER use guard as a handle. Never grasp the unit by the guard.Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.• DON’T FORCE HEDGE TRIMMER - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk ofinjury at the rate for which it was designed.DANGER: If blade jams on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE! ITCAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY DANGEROUS. Release the unit inthe safest manner possible. Disconnect the damaged electrical cord or line fromthe power source. If possible, do so safely. If in doubt, call an electrician or theelectrical contractor for assistance. Failure to heed this Danger will result inserious personal injury and possibly death.• DON’T OVERREACH - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.• STAY ALERT - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate hedge trimmerwhen you are tired.• STORE IDLE HEDGE TRIMMER INDOORS - When not in use, hedge trimmer should be storedindoors in a dry and high or locked-up place–out of reach of children.• MAINTAIN HEDGE TRIMMER WITH CARE - Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for bestperformance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating. Keep handlesdry, clean and free from oil and grease.CAUTION: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum based products,penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts.They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy plastic.• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS - If damage to trimmer occurs, before further use of the hedge trimmer,a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it willoperate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, bindingof moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect itsoperation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by anauthorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.• REMOVE BATTERY before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the hedge trimmer.Remove battery from your hedge trimmer and carry by the front handle when not in use.• GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) oroutlet(s) to be used for the hedge trimmer. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCIprotection and may be used for this measure of safety. O1-800-54-HOW-TO1-800-54-HOW-TOBEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCTBEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCTFOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALLFOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALLIF YOU SHOULD EXPERIENCE A PROBLEMWITH YOUR BLACK & DECKER PRODUCT,CALL 1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986).BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATIONAVAILABLE, CATALOG NO., TYPE NO., AND DATE CODE.IN MOST CASES, A BLACK & DECKER REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVEYOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE. IF YOU HAVE A SUGGESTION ORCOMMENT, GIVE US A CALL. YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO BLACK & DECKER.(544-6986)CHT400KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW• To operate the trimmer, the lock off button must be pushed forward.• The batteries in your power pack are not fully charged at the factory. Beforeattempting to charge them, thoroughly read all of the safety instructions.SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCECat No. CHT400 Form No. 583994-01 Rev. 1 AUG. ‘04Copyright © 2003 Black & Decker Printed in ChinaINSTRUCTION MANUALCCCC oooo rrrr dddd llll eeee ssss ssss DDDD uuuu aaaa llll AAAA cccc tttt iiii oooo nnnnHHHH eeee dddd gggg eeee TTTT rrrr iiii mmmm mmmm eeee rrrr423SwitchInterrupteurInterruptorLock out buttonBouton de verrouillageBotón del seguro80-157156

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