Trimming Instructions - Black & Decker TR116 Instruction Manual

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TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS

1. EXTENSION CORD – (Figure E)
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
repairing cord.
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. Always
hold the trimmer, as shown in figure E, with one hand on the
switch handle and one hand on the bail handle. Never hold the
tool by the blade guard.
3. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH -
(Figure F) – 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 best
cutting.
CAUTION:
Do not use trimmer for cutting stems greater than
5/8 in. (16mm). Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery
found around houses and buildings.
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4. LEVEL HEDGES (Figure G) – To
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5. SIDE-TRIMMING HEDGES
INJURY, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
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obtain exceptionally level hedges, a
piece of string can be stretched
along the length of the hedge as a
guide.
(Figure H) – Begin at the bottom and
sweep up.
WARNING:
TO GUARD AGAINST
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CHECK THE HEDGE FOR FOREIGN OBJECTS SUCH AS
WIRE OR FENCES BEFORE EACH USE.
KEEP HANDS ON HANDLES. DONʼT OVERREACH.
DO NOT USE UNDER WET CONDITIONS.
DO NOT USE WITH DAMAGED EXTENSION CORD.
DANGER:
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES.
CAUTION:
BLADE COASTS AFTER TURN OFF.
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