Instruction manual
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connected indenitely with the LED illuminated. The LED will
change to ashing (charging) state as the charger
occasionally tops off the battery charge. The charging
indicator (9) will be lit as long as the battery is connected to
the plugged-in charger.
u Charge discharged batteries within 1 week. Battery life will
be greatly diminished if stored in a discharged state.
Charging indicators
If the charger detects a problem with the battery, the charging
indicator (9) will ash at a fast rate. Proceed as follows:
u Re-insert the battery (7).
u If the charging indicators continues ashing at a fast rate,
use a different battery to determine if the charging process
works properly.
u If the replaced battery charges correctly, the original
battery is defective and should be returned to a service
centre for recycling.
u If the new battery gives the same indication as the original
battery, take the charger to be tested at an authorised
services centre.
Note: It may take as long as 15 minutes to determine that the
battery is defective. If the battery is too hot of too cold, the
LED will alternately blink fast and slow, one ash at each
speed and repeat.
Switching on and off (g. E)
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a double switching
system. This system prevents starting the tool inadvertently.
Switching on
u Push the lock-off button (2) backward using your thumb
and at the same time squeeze the on/off switch (1).
u Release the lock-off button (2).
Switching off
u Release the on/off switch (1).
Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position.
Hints for optimum use
u Start by trimming the top of the hedge. Slightly tilt the tool
(up to 15° relative to the line of cut) so that the blade tips
point slightly towards the hedge (g. F1). This will cause
the blades to cut more effectively. Hold the tool at the
desired angle and move it steadily along the line of cut.
The double-sided blade allows you to cut in either
direction.
u In order to obtain a very straight cut, stretch a piece of
string along the length of the hedge at the desired height.
Use the string as a guideline, cutting just above it.
u In order to obtain at sides, cut upwards with the growth.
Younger stems move outwards when the blade cuts
downwards, causing shallow patches in the hedge (g. F2).
u Take care to avoid any foreign objects. Especially avoid
hard objects such as metal wire and railings, as these
could damage the blades.
u Regularly oil the blades.
Guidelines for trimming (UK & Ireland)
u Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves (new leaves
every year) in June and October.
u Trim evergreens in April and August.
u Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs every six
weeks from May until October.
Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New Zealand)
u Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves (new leaves
every year) in December and March.
u Trim evergreens in September and February.
u Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs every six
weeks from October until March.
Cleaning, maintenance and storage
Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to operate over a
long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from
regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on the tool,
remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.
After use and before storage
u After use, carefully clean the blades. After cleaning, apply
a lm of light machine oil to prevent the blades from
rusting.
u Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool using a
soft brush or dry cloth.
u Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
u Make sure all switches are free of debris before and after
use.
Storage
When the tool will not be used for several months, ideally
leave the battery connected to the charger.
Otherwise proceed as follows:
u Fully charge the battery.
u Remove the battery from the tool.
u Store the tool and battery in a secure and dry location.
The storage temperature must always remain in the range
of +5 °C to +40 °C. Place the battery on a level surface.