CM1640 - Lawn mower BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CM1640 BLACK & DECKER

key information you should know:• Do not operate mower unless handle is locked into position.• For best cutting results, keep blade sharpened and balanced.• Inspect and thoroughly clean your mower after each use (a deck with caked grass will degrade performance).• Make sure mowing area is clear of other persons or pets prior to starting and during operation. 40v Max* Lithium Cordless Mower instruCtion manual Catalog Number CM1640 Vea el esPanol en la ContraPortada. INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO. Please read Before returning this ProduCt for any reason:If you have a question or experience a problem with your Black & Decker purchase, go to HTTP://WWW.BLACKANDDECKER.COM/INSTANTANSWERS for instant answers 24 hours a day. If you can’t find the answer or do not have access to the internet, call 1-800-544-6986 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Mon. - Fri. to speak with an agent. Please have the catalog number available when you call. saVe this instruCtion manual for future referenCe. Thank you for choosing Black & Decker! Go to www.BlackandDecker.com/NewOwner to register your new product. *Maximum initial battery pack voltage (measured without a workload) is 40 volts. The nominal voltage is 36.For use only with LB series 36v or 40v Max* batteries.2 The following are explanations of important safety hazard pictorials on the mower.

1. User must read and understand the instruction manual.

2. To avoid the risk of serious injury do not mow up and

down slopes. Always mow across slopes.

3. To avoid the risk of injury to bystanders keep all persons

and pets at a safe distance from the mower while operating.

4. Rotating blades can cause serious injury. Keep hands and

feet clear of mower deck and discharge opening at all times. Always be sure blade has stopped (wait for the blade to stop rotating (approximately 3 seconds) after releasing bail handle and removing the safety key) before removing and replacing grass catcher, cleaning, servicing, transporting or lifting the mower.

5. Objects struck by mower blade can cause serious injury.

Stay behind the handle when the motor is running. Always ensure persons and pets are clear of the discharge from the mower while operating. Always inspect mowing area before mowing and remove objects that could be thrown by blade. Release bail handle to turn mower off and wait for the blade to stop rotating (approximately 3 seconds) before crossing walk, roads, patio and gravel drives.

WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND

WARNING: When using electric lawn mowers, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:.

• 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.

DANGER: IMPORTANT SAFE PRACTICES FOR

WALK-BEHIND MOWERS This mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the mower and in

the instruction manual before starting.

2. Do not put hands or feet near or under the mower. Keep clear of

the discharge opening at all times.

3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions,

to operate this mower.

4. Clear the area where the mower is to be used of objects such as

rocks, sticks, wire, toys, bones, etc., which could be thrown by the blade. Objects struck by the blade can cause severe injury to persons. Stay behind the handle when the motor is running.

5. Be sure the area surrounding the mower is clear of bystanders before

operating. All bystanders and pets should be kept at a safe distance. Stop the mower if anyone enters the area surrounding the mower.

6. Do not operate mower barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always

wear substantial footwear.

7. Do not pull mower backward unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while moving backward.

8. Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging

material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Release bail handle to turn mower off and stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.

9. Do not operate mower without the entire grass catcher, discharge

guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working. Periodically check all guards and safety protective devices to ensure they are in good working order and will operate properly and perform their intended function. Replace a damaged latch, guard or other safety device before further use.

10. Never leave a running mower unattended.

11. Always release the bail handle to stop the motor and wait until the

blade comes to a complete stop and remove the safety key before cleaning the mower, removing the grass catcher, un-clogging the discharge guard, when leaving the mower, or before making any adjustments, repairs or inspections.

12. Operate mower only in daylight or good artificial light when objects in the

path of the blade are clearly visible from the operating area of the mower.

13. Do not operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,

or when you are tired or ill. Always stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense.

14. Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate mower in damp or

wet grass, never use mower in the rain. Always be sure of your footing; walk; never run.

15. Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before starting the motor.

16. If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release the bail

handle, wait for the blade to stop and remove the safety key and battery pack, then check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

17. Always wear proper eye and respiratory protection when operating

18. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for

use with this mower could be hazardous. Only use accessories approved by Black & Decker.

19. Never overreach while operating the mower. Always be sure to keep

proper footing and balance at all times while operating the mower. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven

terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

3. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing

could cause a slip and fall accident.

4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could

lose your footing or balance. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care

of a responsible adult other than the operator.

2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.

3. Never allow children to operate the mower.

4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or

other objects that may block your view of a child. GENERAL SERVICE

1. Never operate mower in a closed area.

2. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe

3. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

4. Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Allow

mower to cool before storing.

5. If you strike a foreign object, release bail handle to turn mower off,

wait for the blade to stop and remove the safety key and battery pack, then inspect the mower. Repair, any damage, before starting and operating the mower.

6. Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor running or

while the safety key is in the mower.

7. Always remove safety key and battery pack before adjusting, cleaning,

repairing, inspecting, transporting, storing or leaving the mower.

8. Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and

when necessary replace with Black & Decker recommended parts only.

9. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use

extra caution when servicing them.

10. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

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. NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.3 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: . Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. . Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. . Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. . Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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WARNING: GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS

• THIS TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Follow all warnings and Safety Instructions in this manual. The operator is responsible for following warnings and instructions in this manual and on unit. Restrict use of this mower to persons who read, understand and follow warnings and instructions in this manual and on unit.

• Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use lawn mowers in damp or wet locations.

• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

• Use Right Appliance – Do not use lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended.

• USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always use the proper size extension cords with the tool – that is, proper wire size for various lengths of cord and heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw. Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size cords see chart below.

• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the mower, 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 conditions that may affect their operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.

• REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and any adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by Black & Decker authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

DANGER: ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR MOWERS

• Don’t Force Lawn Mower – It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you are tired.

• Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors – When not in use, lawn mower should be stored in an indoor dry and locked-up place – out of reach of children.

• Maintain Lawn Mower With Care – Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest performance.

• Keep guards in place and in working order.

• Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.

• If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:

• Stop lawn mower. Release the bail handle.

• Remove battery and safety key.

• Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower.

• Useidenticalreplacementbladesonly

WARNING: Some dust created by this product contains chemi-

cals known to the 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 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 microscopic particles. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION (FIG. A)

CHARGERS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions for battery chargers.

• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, battery pack, and product using battery pack.

WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger.

CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only designated Black & Decker batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean. Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet 120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150 (0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m) 240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300 (0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m) Ampere Rating More Not more American Wire Gauge Than Than

• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than the ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging designated Black & Decker rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.

The charger supplied with this product is intended to be plugged in such that it is correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.

• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

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

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

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

• Do not place any object on top of charger or place the charger on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the bottom of the housing.

• Do not mount charger on wall or permanently affix charger to any surface. The charger is intended to use on a flat, stable surface (i.e., table top, bench top).

• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have them replaced immediately.

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

• Do not disassemble 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 or fire.

• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk.

• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power (120 Volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY PACKS

WARNING: For safe operation, read this manual and manuals

originally supplied with tool before using the charger. The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below. Then fol- low charging procedures outlined.

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• 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 battery packs are burned.

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

• 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 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte for Li-ion batteries is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.

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

WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if

exposed to spark or flame.

• Charge the battery packs only in Black & Decker chargers.

• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. This may cause premature cell failure.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperaturemayreachorexceed105°F(40˚C)(suchasoutside sheds or metal buildings in summer).

WARNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If

battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage 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 (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to service center for recycling.

WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so that metal

objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit. NOTE: Batteries should not be put in checked baggage. STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct

sunlight and excess heat or cold.

2. Long-term storage will not harm the battery pack or the charger as

long as the battery is not depleted.. CHARGING PROCEDURE Black and Decker chargers are designed to charge Black and Decker battery packs: LCS36 (2 hrs), LCS436 (6 hrs).

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting the bat-

2. Insert the battery pack into the charger.

3. The green LED will flash indicating that the battery is being

4. The completion of charge is indicated by the green LED

remaining on continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be used at this time or left on the charger. Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible after use or bat- tery life may be greatly diminished. CHARGER DIAGNOSTICS This charger is designed to detect certain problems that can arise with the battery packs or the power source. Problems are indicated by one LED flashing in different patterns. BAD BATTERY The charger can detect a weak or damaged battery. The red LED flashes in the pattern indicated on the label. If you see this bad battery blink pattern, do not continue to charge the battery. Return it to a service center or a collection site for recycling.

When the charger detects a battery that is excessively hot or excessively cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery has normalized. After this happens, the charger automatically switches to the Pack Charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red LED flashes in the pattern indicated on the label when the hot / cold pack delay is detected.

LEAVING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER

The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the green LED glow- ing indefinitely. The charger will keep the battery pack fresh and fully charged.

IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery

pack is charged when the air temperature is between 60°F and 80°F (16°- 27°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to 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 uninsulated trailer.

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:

a. Check current at 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. Move charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 60°F - 80°F (16° - 27°C). d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service center.

4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce suf-

ficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the charging proce- dure. You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire with no adverse affect on the battery pack.

5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to,

steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug char- ger before attempting to clean.

6. Do not freeze or immerse charger in water or any other liquid.

WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not

allow any liquid to get inside charger. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling.

STATE OF CHARGE INDICATOR

(FIGURE B) The battery is equipped with a state of charge indicator. This can be used to display the current level of charge in the battery while in the mower and during

charging. It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to variation based on product components, temperature and end-user application. Checking state of charge during use:

• Press the state of charge indicator button (B1).

• The four LEDs (B2) will illuminate indicating the percent of charge in the battery. See chart in figure B.

• If LED light does not illuminate,charge battery.

INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

WARNING: Make certain the safety key is removed to prevent

actuation before removing or installing battery. TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK:

• Depress the battery port cover release button (14) and pull the battery port cover (15) up to expose the battery port (11) as shown in figure C.

• Slide the battery (16) into the battery port until it is fully seated and an audible click is heard (figure D). Make sure battery pack is fully seated and fully latched into position.

• Close the battery port cover. Ensure the cover is fully latched before starting mower. TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK:

• Open the battery port cover (15) as described above.

• Depress the battery release button (17) on the battery pack and pull battery pack out of tool as shown in figure E. ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Before assembly,

make sure the bail handle is released and the safety key is removed.

ATTACHING LOWER HANDLE

• Lift lower handle (5) into place making sure one of the three notches (18) on the lower handle (inset of Figure F) line up with the notch (24)located on the base of the mower. NOTE: Ensure each side of the lower handle is set on the same notch.

• Close the handle height adjust levers (7) as shown in Figure F. As you close each, make sure the teeth are engaged as shown in Figure G.

• If the connection between the handle and lever is too tight or loose, open the lever and adjust the depth of the lever by turning the lever. Close it again until the teeth are fully clasped and each lever stays securely closed. ATTACHING UPPER HANDLE (FIGURE H)

• Remove the handle attachment levers (6), nuts (19), and washers (20) from the handle.

• Line up the holes on the bottom of the upper hand (4) with the holes on the top of the lower handle (5). NOTE: Make sure the cord is located on the front of both handles. If it is not it may result in the cord tangling and the inability to easily store the mower.

• Slide the lever through the holes.

• Slide the washer over the bolt of the lever and hand-tighten the entire assembly with the nut.

• Rotate the upper handle into its operating position.

• Close the lever. If it is too tight or too loose, open the lever and turn it to adjust the clamping. Check the levers by closing them. You should be able to collapse the upper handle when both levers are loose and the upper handle needs to be tightly held to the lower handle when the levers are closed. Adjust the lever operation by turning the nut while the lever is in the open position until the handle can move and also be secured as described above. SECURING THE MOTOR CABLE (FIGURE I) CAUTION: Attach cable so that it does not become stretched or pinched in the joints of the handles during use or folding. This can cause damage to the cord. The motor cable (21) has to be fixed to the handles using the cable restraints (22) that are already attached to the handle. To clip the cable to the handle:

Run the cable up the front of the lower and upper handles.

Pull back the cable restraint.

• Slide the motor cable under the clip and ensure it is fully held in place by the restraint. ASSEMBLING THE GRASS COLLECTION BAG (FIGURE J)

Slide the long bag hook (37) on top of the rod (36) and snap the hook in place around the rod.

• Attach the two short bag hooks (38) on the outside of the rod.

Ensure all three hooks are fully attached. ATTACHING THE GRASS COLLECTION BAG (FIGURE K)

• Lift the rear flap (10) and place the grass collection bag (9) over the lugs (23) as shown in Figure K. OPERATION READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER. See “Functional Description” to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

WARNING: Sharp moving blade. Do not operate the mower if

the rear door is not closed under spring tension as serious injury could result. Take your mower to the nearest service center for repair.

WARNING: Sharp moving blade. Never operate the mower

unless the hanger hooks on the grass catcher are seated properly on the mower and the rear discharge door rests firmly against the top of the grass catcher as serious injury could result.

WARNING: Do not operate mower without collection bag (9) attached.

WARNING: Let the appliance work at its own pace. Do not overload.

LI-ION Battery Packs and Chargers This product can accept any of the batteries and chargers listed in the chart below. Batteries: LI-ION LBX36 LBXR36 LBXR2036 Chargers: LI-ION LCS36 LCS436 Description Cat. #

• Adjust the handle so one of the three notches (18) on the handle line up to the notch (24) on the base of the mower. Ensure the handle is set to the same notch on both sides of the mower.

• Close both levers and ensure the handle is firmly latched. ADJUSTING MOWER HEIGHT (FIGURE M) The height of cut is adjusted by the central height adjust mechanism, there are 6 positions to choose from. NOTE: Begin mowing with height adjustment lever (8) in position 6 and adjust the height down as needed To set the height of cut

• Pull the mower height adjustment lever (8) away from the body of the unit

• Move the lever towards the rear of the appliance to lower the height of cut.

• Move the lever towards the front of the appliance to raise the height of cut.

• Push the height adjustment lever into one of the 6 height locations. SAFETY KEY

DANGER : SHARP MOVING BLADE.

In order to prevent accidental start-up or unauthorized use of your Cordless Mower, a removable safety key (2) has been incorporated into the design of your mower. The mower will be completely disabled when the safety key has been removed from the mower. NOTE: THE SAFETY KEY HAS A HOLE IN THE CENTER TO ALLOW FOR STORAGE ON A NAIL, OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT TETHER SAFETY KEY TO MOWER.

Insert safety key (2) into the switch housing until it is fully seated inside housing as shown in Figure N. The mower is now operational.

Your mower is equipped with a special on-off switch box. To operate the mower, push the button (25) on the switch box, then pull the bail handle (3) to the handlebar as shown in Figure O.

To turn the mower off, just release the bail handle.

WARNING: Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position.

NOTE: Once the bail handle has returned to the original position it will activate the “Automatic Braking Mechanism”. The motor is electrically braked and the mower blade will stop rotating in 3 seconds or less. MOWER OVERLOAD To prevent damage due to overload conditions, do not try to remove too much grass at one time. Slow down your cutting pace, or raise the cut height. FULL-BAG INDICATOR This mower is equipped with an indicator (13) that tells you when the grass collection bag (9) is full.

• When the bag is empty and the mower is being operated, the indica- MOWING TIPS NOTE: ALWAYS INSPECT AREA WHERE MOWER IS TO BE USED AND REMOVE ALL STONES, STICKS, WIRE, BONES, AND OTHER DEBRIS WHICH MIGHT BE THROWN BY THE ROTATING BLADE.

1. Mow across the face of slopes, never up-and-down. Exercise

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Always maintain good footing.

2. Release bail handle to turn mower “OFF” when crossing any gravel

area (stones can be thrown by the blade).

3. Set mower at highest cutting height when mowing in rough ground

or in tall weeds. Removing too much grass at one time can cause the motor to be overloaded and to stop. Refer to troubleshooting guide.

4. If a grass catcher is used during the fast growing season, the grass

tor will raise as shown in Figure P.

• When the bag is full, air flow will be resticted and the indicator will close as shown in Figure Q.

WARNING: Rotating blade can cause serious injury. Release bail

handle (3) to turn mower off and remove battery before lifting, transporting, or storing the mower. Store in a dry place. CAUTION: Pinch point. To avoid being pinched, keep fingers away from area between handles when folding down handles. CAUTION: Make sure cord does not become stretched or pinched in the joints of the handles during folding. This can cause damage to the cord. The handle of the mower can be easily folded down for quick and con- venient storage.

• Holding onto the handle, open, but do not remove, the handle height adjust levers (7) and fold the handle to the front of the mower as shown in Figure R.

• Open, but do not remove, the handle attachment levers (6) and fold the upper handle (4) back over the lower handle (5) as shown in Figure S.

• The mower shold be compacted down as shown in Figure T.

• The mower can be carried using the convenient carry handle (12) as shown in Figure U.

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

PARA OTRAS LOCALIDADES LLAME AL 01 800 847 2309 o 01 800 847 2312. Cat No. CM1640 Form No. 90604009 December 2013 Copyright © 2013 Black & Decker Printed in Mexico