Datasheet

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u For your safety, this tool is equipped with a double
switching system. This system prevents starting the tool
inadvertently and will only allow operation while holding
the tool with both hands.
Switching on and off
Switching on
u Take hold of the front handle (3) with one hand so that the
front handle switch (2) is pushed into the body of the tool.
u With the other hand, squeeze the trigger switch (1) to start
the tool.
Switching off
u Release the handle switch (2) or the trigger switch (1).
Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position.
Hints for optimum use
u Start by trimming the top of the hedge. Slightly tilt the tool
(up to 15° relative to the line of cut) so that the blade tips
point slightly towards the hedge (g. C1). This will cause
the blades to cut more effectively. Hold the tool at the
desired angle and move it steadily along the line of cut.
The double-sided blade allows you to cut in either direction.
u In order to obtain a very straight cut, stretch a piece of
string along the length of the hedge at the desired height.
Use the string as a guideline, cutting just above it.
u In order to obtain at sides, cut upwards with the growth.
Younger stems move outwards when the blade cuts
downwards, causing shallow patches in the hedge (g. C2).
u Take care to avoid any foreign objects. Especially avoid
hard objects such as metal wire and railings, as these
could damage the blades.
u Regularly oil the blades.
Guidelines for trimming (UK & Ireland)
u Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves (new leaves
every year) in June and October.
u Trim evergreens in April and August.
u Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs every six
weeks from May until October.
Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New Zealand)
u Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves (new leaves
every year) in December and March.
u Trim evergreens in September and February.
u Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs every six
weeks from October until March.
Maintenance
Your Black & Decker corded/cordless appliance/tool has been
designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends
upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on corded/
cordless power tools:
u Switch off and unplug the appliance/tool.
u Or switch off and remove the battery from the appliance/
tool if the appliance/tool has a separate battery pack.
u Or run the battery down completely if it is integral and then
switch off.
u Unplug the charger before cleaning it. Your charger does
not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.
u Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance/tool/
charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
u Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
u Regularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust
from the interior (when tted).
Removing the guard (g. A)
Warning! Remove the guard for servicing purposes only.
Always re-t the guard after nishing servicing.
u Insert small pins into the holes (9) at either side of the
bracket (8) and pull the guard (4) forward.
u Remove the pins and take the guard off the tool.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be tted:
u Safely dispose of the old plug.
u Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new plug.
u Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the tting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 5 A.
Troubleshooting
If the tool does not operate correctly, check the following.
Fault Possible cause Action
Tool will not start. Blown fuse. Replace fuse.
Tripped RCD. Check RCD.
Mains lead not connected. Check mains supply.
Protecting the environment
Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.