HD550 - Grass trimmer BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HD550 BLACK & DECKER

Variable-speed trigger

Battery release button

Depth adjustment wheel

Depth adjustment lever

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 a 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.

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains‑operated (corded) power tool or battery‑operated (cordless) powertool. 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 seriousinjury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.

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. Intended Use Your BLACK+DECKER, BCED400 edger has been designed for residential edging applications. DO nOT use this appliance for any job except that for which it isintended. DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of flammable liquids orgases. DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use thistool. English (original instructions)

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, read the

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this unit reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained in this manual.

• Save these instructions and reviewfrequently.

appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including thefollowing. 1 . Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in damp or wetlocations. 2 . Don’t Use InRain. 3 . Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a distance from workarea. of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another batterypack. b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury andfire. c ) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or afire. d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation orburns. e ) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk ofinjury. f ) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F (130°C) may causeexplosion. g ) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk offire.

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. b ) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized serviceproviders. 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. h ) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of asecond.

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 remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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 and accessories. 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, taking 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. h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpectedsituations.

5) Battery Tool Use and Care

a ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one typeEnglish

Additional Safety Information

tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses.

Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:

WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals

known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• compounds in fertilizers,

• compounds in insecticides, herbicides andpesticides,

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

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing

• KEEP ALL BYSTANDERS AWAY – at a safe distance from work area, especially children. MAKE SURE that other persons and pets are at least 100' (30 m)away.

• BEFORE LANDSCAPING OR TRENCHING, check for buried electricalcables.

• USE GREAT CARE when working close to solid objects and where necessary, do trimming byhand.

• DAMAGE TO UNIT – If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop appliance immediately, , check for damage and have any damage repaired before further operation isattempted.

• DO NOT OPERATE portable electric appliances in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these appliances normally spark, and the sparks might ignitefumes.

• STAY ALERT – Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, ormedication.

• DO NOT immerse appliance in water or squirt it with ahose.

• DO NOT allow any liquid to get inside it. If appliance does get wet, allow to dry for a minimum of 48hours.

• DO NOT clean with a pressurewasher.

• DO NOT store the appliance on or adjacent to fertilizers orchemicals.

• DO NOT charge appliance in rain, or in wetlocations.

• REPLACEMENT PARTS: When servicing use only identical replacementparts. Additional Safety Warnings

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

rebound (ricochet) injury, work going away from any nearby solid object such as wall, steps, large stone, tree,etc.

• GUARD – Do not use this appliance without guardattached.

• BLADE – Keep blade areaclean.

• KEEP FACE, HANDS AND FEET CLEAR OF CUTTING AREA AT ALL TIMES. The rotating line performs a cutting function use care when trimming around screens and desirableplantings. 4 . Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain longhair. 5 . Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if operation isdusty. 6 . Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it isintended. 7 . Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the appliance. 8 . Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it wasdesigned. 9 . Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at alltimes. 10 . Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you aretired. 11 . Disconnect Appliance – Remove the battery when not in use, before servicing, when changing accessories such as blades, and thelike. 12 . Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked‑up place – out of reach ofchildren. 13 . Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect appliance power source periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil andgrease. 14 . Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in thismanual.

Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Packs

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

instructions, and cautionary markings for the battery pack, charger and product. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.

• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into a non‑compatible charger as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal injury.

• Charge the battery packs only in BLACK+DECKERchargers.

• Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatible battery packs and chargers.

• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.

• DO NOT allow water or any liquid to enter batterypack.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in a cool, drylocation. NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger switch in the ONposition.

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when lithium‑ion battery packs areburned.

• If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medicalattention.

• Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark orflame.

• Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged

BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below and then follow charging proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage. The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are asfollows: V .......................... volts Hz ........................hertz min ...................... minutes or DC ......direct current ....................... Class I Construction (grounded) …/min ..............per minute BPM .................... beats per minute IPM ..................... impacts per minute OPM .................... oscillations per minute RPM .................... revolutions per minute sfpm ................... surface feet per minute SPM .................... strokes per minute A ......................... amperes W ........................watts Wh ......................watt hours Ah ....................... amp hours or AC ...........alternating current or AC/DC .... alternating or direct current ...................... Class II Construction (double insulated)

do not expose to rain dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lie on the skin may promote absorption of harmfulchemicals.

WARNING: Use of this tool can

generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection.

WARNING: Always wear proper

personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface where it will not cause a tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with a large battery pack will stand upright but may be easily knockedover.

• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in movingparts.ENGLISH

• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.

• Do not allow water or any liquid to entercharger.

• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug andcord.

• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage orstress.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide a dry location and use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electricshock.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the heavier the cord and thus the greater its capacity. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on total length of all extension cords plugged together, and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heaviergauge. Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters) 120V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7) Ampere Rating American Wire Gauge More Than Not More Than

• Do not place any object on top of the charger. Place the charger in a position away from any heatsource.

• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord orplug–have them replacedimmediately.

• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an authorized servicecenter.

• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an authorized service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution orfire.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard 120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the vehicularcharger.

• Foreign materials of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from the chargercavities.

• Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in thecavity. Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Chargers

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

instructions, and cautionary markings for the battery pack, charger and product. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than a BLACK+DECKER charger. BLACK+DECKER chargers and battery packs are specifically designed to worktogether.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging BLACK+DECKER rechargeable battery packs. Charging other types of battery packs may cause them to overheat and burst, resulting in personal injury, property damage, fire, electric shock orelectrocution. The RBRC® Seal Please take your spent battery packs to an authorized BLACK+DECKER service center or to your local retailer for recycling. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent battery packs in the trash. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery pack. Do not place in curbside recycling. For more information visit www.call2recycle.org or call the toll-free number in the RBRC®Seal. RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2Recycle,Inc. battery packs should be returned to the service center forrecycling. Storage Recommendations The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold. Store the fully charged battery pack out of thecharger. Battery Pack Cleaning Instructions Dirt and grease may be removed from the exterior of the battery using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use water or any cleaningsolutions. Transportation

WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store,

carry, or transport the battery pack so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place the battery pack in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, coins, hand tools, etc. When transporting individual battery packs, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit. NOTE: Li‑ion battery packs should not be put in checked baggage on airplanes and must be properly protected from short circuits if they are in carry‑onbaggage.9 ENGLISH Cut Depth Adjustment (Fig.E)

APPLIANCE WITHOUT GUARD FIRMLY IN PLACE. The guard must always be properly attached on the appliance to protect theuser.

does not move when adjusting depth. Ensure the small guard is located toward the bottom of the Assembling the Handle Tubes (Fig. C, D, G)

CAUTION: NEVER use a sharp object to move jacketed wires out of theway.

and curved head bolts

from handle tube mountingholes.

2. Remove tape which secures internal jacketed cable

and fasten handle tubes together with the knob and curved head bolt. NOTE: When you first insert the bolt it may be necessary to wiggle it carefully to get it past the jacketed cable inside the tube.

4. There are two positions available for adjustment to

your preferred height setting. See Fig. G for upper handle orientation. NOTE: Ensure the cable moves smoothly into the handle tubes whileassembling.

5. Push jacketed cable down into upper tube to remove

the slack. Slide the middle tube into the upper tube by locating the groove and the bump.

6. Fasten upper tubes together with the remaining knob

and curved head bolt. NOTE: When you first insert the bolt it may be necessary to wiggle it carefully to get it past the jacketed wire inside thetube.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start‑up can causeinjury. Charger Cleaning Instructions

WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect

the charger from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease may be removed from the exterior of the charger using a cloth or soft non‑metallic brush. Do not use water or any cleaningsolutions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE Charging a Battery (Fig.B)

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet.

2. Insert and fully seat battery pack. Green charging light

will continuously blink whilecharging.

3. Charging is complete when the green light remains

continuously ON. Battery pack can be left in charger orremoved.

WARNING: Only charge batteries in air

temperature over 40° F (4.5° C) and below 105° F (40.5°C).

4. Charger will not charge a faulty battery pack, which may

be indicated by the light staying OFF or the red light rapidly blinking. Take charger and battery pack to an authorized service center if light staysOFF or red light rapidlyblinks. NOTE: Refer to label near charging light on charger for blinkpatterns. Hot/Cold Pack Delay When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery pack has reached an appropriate temperature. The charger then automatically switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery packlife. A cold battery pack may charge at a slower rate than a warm batterypack. The hot/cold pack delay will be indicated by the red light continuously flashing a short ON followed by a longer ON (see charger for blink pattern). Once the battery pack has reached an appropriate temperature, the charger will resume the chargingprocedure. Electronic Protection System Li-Ion tools are designed with an Electronic Protection System that will protect the battery pack against overloading, overheating or deep discharge. The tool will automatically turn off and the battery pack will need to berecharged. Important Charging Notes

1. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the

touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal shed or an uninsulatedtrailer.

2. If the battery pack does not charge properly:

a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance; b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights; c. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your local servicecenter.

3. You may charge a partially used pack whenever you

desire with no adverse effect on the batterypack.English

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (Fig.J)

WARNING: Ensure the tool/appliance is in

the off position before inserting the batterypack. nOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is fullycharged.

1. To install the battery pack

into the tool handle, align the battery pack with the rails inside the tool’s handle and slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in the tool and ensure that it does notdisengage.

2. To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the

battery pack release button

and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger section of thismanual. OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start‑up can causeinjury. Blade Replacement

WARNING: Use gloves and proper eye

protection. Turn the edger on its side. Be careful of sharp edges of blade.

WARNING: Remove battery. Wait for

blade to come to completestop.

after the switch isreleased.

1. Loosen the hex head nut (9/16"). Use a 1" wrench on the

outer spacer, or a 2" x 4" wood block between the blade and guard if necessary to hold the blade fromturning.

2. Ensure inner spacer is on shaft—”flats” in spacer hole

must engage with “flats” onshaft.

3. Holding the spacer in place, put the blade on the shaft,

4. Hold the blade against the spacer and install the outer

spacer, again aligning the flats in the spacer with the flats on theshaft.

5. Install the hex head nut and conical washer, then tighten

with awrench. nOTE: Replace hex head nut and conical washer only with identical replacementpart. Blade (Fig. H)

WARNING: Remove battery. Wait for

blade to come to completestop. The blade

and hex head nut with conical washer

should be attached to your edger in the order shown. Please check that the blade has been properly mounted before using your edger. The edger blade has two wear indicators that show when blade needs to be replaced. nOTE: To increase blade life, keep initial cutting depth at minimum and increase depth setting as bladewears. Pull-Up Edge Guide (Fig. G, J) The edge guide is useful for cutting a straight path along sidewalks. For landscaping or trenching in the yard the edge guide can interfere with moving the edger through hard soil or sod. The edge guide

can be adjusted so that the edger will also perform trenching or landscapingoperations. To Change Position of the Edge Guide

away from the housing and slide the edge guide knob to the upper guide notch

on the housing. nOTE: In this position the edge guide is raised and the blade can more easily trench or cut along the edges of flower and shrubbery beds, and around trees in preparation for trenching or sodremoval.

on the housing. nOTE: You may need to tilt edger back to allow edge guide to be moved into trenchingposition. depth adjustment wheel

. Do not operate edger if the small guard is not inplace. The depth of cut can be adjusted to allow a deeper or shallower cut, and to increase the life of the blade. There are three adjustible settings that can be set using the depth adjustment lever

1. Wait for blade to come to completestop.

2. Remove the batteryfrom thetool.

3. For a shallower cut, pull the depth adjustment lever away

from the housing and slide it down into one of the lower depth adjustment slots

4. For a deeper cut, pull the depth adjustment lever away

from the housing and slide it upwards into one of the upper depth adjustment slots

on thehousing. nOTE: Recommend 1.4" (3.5 cm) depth foredging.

5. Ensure the depth adjustment lever is fully seated in one

of the depth adjustment slots before using thetool. nOTE: Thick overgrowth may drag on the guard. Reduce cut depth to minimum to help reduce thiseffect.11 English MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack before making any adjustments or Storage

DANGER: Remove the battery. Wait for

blade to come to completestop. Remove and clean any debris from the outside of the edger and inside of guard before storage. Refer to MAINTENANCE section. If necessary, the edger may be stored by hanging on a hook by its handle.

CAUTION: Do not hang edger on the switchtrigger. NOTICE: Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can cause rapidcorrosion. Preventing Corrosion Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents that greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. If you use the tool in areas where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the tool should be cleaned immediately afterwards. Wipe all exposed parts with a damp cloth. You may lubricate only metal parts with a light petroleum based oil. When cleaning, DO NOT immerse tool in water or squirt it with ahose. must edge under conditions that cause the blade chamber to become clogged, release trigger, wait for blade to come to complete stop. Remove battery pack and remove clogged material with a stick. To continue to operate the tool in a clogged condition will seriously overload themotor.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to unclog the blade chamber by dropping or tapping the tool on the ground. This can damage the unit. Keep hands clear of edge guide and blade when cleaning as these wear to a very sharp point duringedging. Landscaping/Trenching

WARNING: Before Landscaping or

Trenching, inspect and ensure there are no exposed or buried cables, pipes or other objects that may create a hazard or interfere with operating the edger. Set depth to only that required for the job. Do not overload. If tool slows, pull back slightly and wait until blade comes up to normalspeed. Usage

WARNING: Objects such as stones can be

ejected from the edger. Make sure there are no objects in front of the edger that can be damaged by a flying object duringoperation.

1. Set cut depth at 1.4" (3.5 cm) and set edge guide

to the down position, refer to Assembly and AdjustmentsInstructions.

2. Before starting the edger, line up the tool so the edge

guide rests against the edge of the paved surface. The wheel should be on the paved surface whenedging. nOTE: When there is heavy overgrowth of grass over the paved surface it may drag on the guard. An initial cut may be required with the edger on the grass side. This will require lifting up the edge guide and may require reducing the depth of cut (refer to To Change Position of the Edge Guideinstructions).

3. To avoid kickback of edger, tilt the handle down so the

blade is above theground.

4. Turn switch ON and allow blade to spin without

5. Slowly lift the handle to lower the blade, finding the

edge of the paved surface and start edging. Then move tool forward slowly along edge of paved surface, keeping the edge guide pressed lightly against the pavementedge. ‑ For the first edging each season, it is best to move forward slowly because grass is thickest then. Subsequent edging will be completed more rapidly. If the tool slows down, back it up an inch or two until the blade comes up to normal speed. During edging some sparks may be generated from hitting stones. This is normal. Do not attempt to edge when the grass or soil is wet or moist—for electrical safety and to prevent clogging of the blade chamber. If you Switching Edger On and Off (Fig.A)

WARNING: Never attempt to lock the

trigger in the onposition.

1. To turn the edger on, squeeze the lock-off button

and then the trigger

. Once the tool is running, you may release the lock-off button.

2. To turn the edger off, release thetrigger.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a suddenreaction. Proper hand position requires your right hand on the main handle

and your left hand on the auxilliary handle

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warranties this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two(

) 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 ww.blackanddecker.com. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and 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 suchinformation. Imported by.Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., 701 E. Joppa Rd. Towson, MD 21286 BlackandDecker.com (1-800-544-6986)

• WARRANTY SERVICE: Registering your product will help you obtain more efficient warranty service in case there is a problem with yourproduct.

• CONFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP: In case of an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your registration of ownership will serve as your proof ofpurchase.

• FOR YOUR SAFETY: Registering your product will allow us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is required under the Federal Consumer SafetyAct. Register online at www.blackanddecker.com/ account/login. Register Online Thank you for your purchase. Register your product nowfor: Repairs The charger and batteries are notserviceable. There are no serviceable parts inside the charger or batterypack.

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY

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

WARNING: Since accessories, other

than those offered by BLACK+DECKER, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this product could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only BLACK+DECKER recommended accessories should be used with thisproduct. Recommended accessories for use with your product are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact BLACK+DECKER. Call 1-800-544-6986. 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 performing thisprocedure.

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. removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start‑up can causeinjury. Your BLACK+DECKER power 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 regularcleaning.FRAnçAis

• Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20volts. Nominal voltage is18.

WARNING: Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury andfire.