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USER MANUAL BEHTS400 BLACK & DECKER

• To insure extension cord does not come loose see Fig. E for properattachment.

• In order to operate the trimmer, the lock button must first be pulled back (see Fig. F) then squeezetrigger. RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS

sawBLADE™ shoe (BEHTS300, BEHTS400) Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or propertydamage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury. (Used without word) Indicates a safety relatedmessage. NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,

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WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/ or seriousinjury.

REFERENCE The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains- operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) powertool.

a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas inviteaccidents. 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 orfumes. c ) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to losecontrol.

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 electricshock. 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 orgrounded. c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electricshock. 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 electricshock. 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 electricshock. f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electricshock.

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 personalinjury. 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 personalinjuries. 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 energizing power tools that have the switch on invitesaccidents. 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 personalinjury. e ) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpectedsituations. f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in movingparts. g ) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-relatedhazards.

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 wasdesigned. 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 berepaired. 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 toolaccidentally. 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 untrainedusers. e ) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained powertools. f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier tocontrol. g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, takingEnglish

into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardoussituation.

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 ismaintained. Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings

DANGER: Keep hands away from

blade. Contact with blade will result in serious personalinjury.

• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personalinjury.

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. Blades coast after turn off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personalinjury.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.

• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• Keep extension cord away from cutting area. During operation the extension cord may be hidden in shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blade.

• Check the hedge for foreign objects, e.g. wirefences.

WARNING: Only use with bail handle

and guard properly assembled to hedge trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer without the proper guard or handle provided may result in serious personalinjury.

WARNING: Remove plug from the outlet

immediately if the extension cord becomes damaged orcut.

WARNING: Some dust created by

this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicalsare:

• compounds in fertilizers

• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopicparticles.

• If using an extension cord outdoors, it is absolutely necessary to use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electricshock.

• To reduce the risk of disconnection of appliance cord from the extension cord during operating:

i) Make a knot as shown in below; or

ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or

connectors described in thismanual.

iii) Secure the extension cord to the appliance plug as

shown or described in the OperatingInstructions.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal

injury due to a loose electrical connection between the appliance’s plug and extension cord, firmly and fully attach the appliance plug to the extension cord. Periodically check the connection while operating to ensure it is fully attached. Do not use an extension cord that provides a loose connection. A loose connection may result in overheating, fire, and increases the risk of aburning.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.ENGLISH Minimum Gauge for Cord SetsVoltsTotal Length of Cord in Feet (meters)120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)Ampere RatingAmerican Wire GaugeMore Than Not More Than 0 6 18 16 16 146 10 18 16 14 1210 12 16 16 14 1212 16 14 12 Not RecommendedThe label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are asfollows:V ......................... voltsHz .......................hertzmin ..................... minutes or DC ......direct current ...................... Class I Construction (grounded)…/min ..............per minuteBPM .................... beats per minuteIPM ..................... impacts per minuteRPM .................... revolutions per minutesfpm ................... surface feet per minuteSPM .................... strokes per minuteA ......................... amperesW ........................watts or AC ...........alternating current or AC/DC .... alternating or direct current ...................... Class II Construction (double insulated)

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tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a complete list ofcomponents. Intended Use This hedge trimmer is designed for residential trimmingapplications.DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids orgases.This hedge trimmer is a residential power tool. DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use thistool. ASSEMBLY

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury. Assembly Tools Required (Not Supplied)

• Phillips Screwdriver Attaching Guard and Bail Handle to Trimmer

WARNING: Only use with handle and

guard properly assembled to hedge trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer without the proper guard or handle provided may result in serious personalinjury.The trimmer is shipped with the guard and bail handle attached to the trimmer with a plastic zip tie. Attaching Guard to trimmer (FIG. B, C) The trimmer is shipped with the guard unattached to the trimmer. To attach the guard:1. Remove guard retaining screw with the Phillips screwdriver (notsupplied).2. Position the guard in place as shown in Fig.B. Ensuring the guard slots into the grooves on theunit.Fig. B

3. Insert the guard retaining screw

into the opening on the side of the guard and tighten securely as shown in Fig.C.Fig. C 10ENGLISH

Attaching the Bail Handle (FIG. D, E) 1. Cut the plastic ziptie.2. Remove the 4 screws that are partially run into the trimmer housing (Fig.D).Fig. D3. Slide the bail handle onto the front of the trimmer housing behind theguard.4. Insert the four screws into the openings on the side of the bail handle and tighten securely as shown in Fig.E.Fig. E Attaching Extension Cord to Trimmer (FIG. F)

WARNING: Ensure the trigger switch

is not engaged to reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally. A cord retainer is incorporated into the rear of the handle on the power head. 1. Near the end of the extension cord, fold the extension cord to create aloop.2. Feed the loop into the cord retainer housing

shown in Fig.F.3. Hook the loop onto the cord retainer so it rests in the cord retainer. 4. Plug the extension cord into the powerhead.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury. Proper Hand Position (Fig. G)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a suddenreaction.Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the illustrations in this manual, with one hand on the switch handle and one hand on the bail handle (Fig. G). Never hold the unit by the bladeguard. Switch To turn the tool “ON”, slide the lock off button , shown in Fig. G, backward and squeeze the trigger switch . Once the unit is running, you may release the lock off button. In order to keep the unit running you must continue to squeeze the trigger. To turn the tool “OFF”, release thetrigger.

WARNING: Never attempt to lock a

Trimming Instructions 1. EXTENSION CORD – (Fig. H) – Always keep extension cord behind trimmer and away from the trimming operation. Never drape it over a hedge being trimmed. If you cut or damage the cord, unplug it at the electrical outlet immediately, before inspecting or repairingcord.2. WORKING POSITION – Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach. Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear and rubber gloves when trimming. Hold the tool firmly in both hands and turn the tool ON.ENGLISH Always hold the trimmer, as shown in Fig. G, with one hand on the switch handle and one hand on the bail handle. Never hold the tool by the bladeguard.Fig. H3. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH– (Fig. I) – A wide, sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeth through the twigs is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the blade, in the direction of motion gives the bestcutting.

CAUTION: Do not use trimmers for cutting stems greater than 3/4 in. (19mm). (Do not use BEHT200 trimmer for cutting stems greater than 5/8 in. (16mm)). Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery found around houses andbuildings.Fig. I4. LEVEL HEDGES (Fig. J) – To obtain exceptionally level hedges, a piece of string can be stretched along the length of the hedge as aguide.Fig. J5. SIDE-TRIMMING HEDGES (Fig. K) – Begin at the bottom and sweepup.Fig. K

6. sawBLADE™ (Fig.L) (BEHTS300, BEHTS400) – For

branches too large for the blade to cut, use the sawBLADE™

. Position the sawBLADE™ as close to the bottom of the branch as possible. Place the sawBLADE™ shoe

against the branch. Turn the hedge trimmer on as described above, allowing the tool to work at its own pace until the branch is fullycut.Fig. L

DANGER: KEEP HANDS AWAY

CAUTION: BLADE COASTS AFTER

WARNING: Remove extension cord

from trimmer before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the gardeningappliance.The cutting blades are made from Fig. M high quality, hardened steel and with normal usage, they will not require resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence (Fig. M), stones, glass or other hard objects, you may put a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove this nick as long as it does not interfere with the movement of the blade. If it does interfere, unplug the cord and use a fine toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick. If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for damage. If the blade is bent, housing cracked, or handles broken or if you see any other condition that may affect the trimmer’s operation contact your local BLACK+DECKER Service Center for repairs before putting it back intouse.English

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do not store the unit on or adjacent to fertilizers orchemicals. Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all

air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performingthis.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other

harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into aliquid. Repairs

WARNING: To assure product

SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by a BLACK+DECKER factory service center or a BLACK+DECKER authorized service center. Always use identical replacementparts. Accessories

trimmer with any type of accessory or attachment. Such usage might behazardous. Register Online Thank you for your purchase. Register your product nowfor:

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TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warranties this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years following the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in a home environment. This limited warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, accidental damage or when repairs have been made or attempted by anyone other than BLACK+DECKER and its Authorized Service Centers. A defective product meeting the warranty conditions set forth herein will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways: The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges. Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for its specific return policy regarding time limits for returns or exchanges. The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a BLACK+DECKER owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at BLACK+DECKER’s option. Proof of purchase may be required. BLACK+DECKER owned and authorized service centers are listed online at www.blackanddecker.com. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights aand you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest BLACK+DECKER Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use, and accordingly, such commercial use of this product will void this warranty. All other guarantees, express or implied, are hereby disclaimed. LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see the website for such information. Imported by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., 701 E. Joppa Rd. Towson, MD 21286 BlackandDecker.com 1-800-544-6986English

• Bent or damaged teeth. • Straightenteeth.

• Loose bladebolts. • Tighten bladebolts. Unit will notstart. • Lock off not fully operated. • Check that lock off is fully forward prior to moving maintrigger.

• Cord not plugged in. • Plug cord into a workingoutlet.

• Circuit fuse is blown. • Replace circuit fuse. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at a BLACK+DECKER service center or authorized servicer.)

• Circuit breaker is tripped. • Reset circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit breaker to trip, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at a BLACK+DECKER service center or authorized servicer.)

• Cord or switch isdamaged. • Have cord or switch replaced at BLACK+DECKER Service Center or AuthorizedServicer. For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK+DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.FRAnçAis