Trigger Switch; Maintenance - Black & Decker BCSS18D1 Original Instructions Manual

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Proper hand position (Fig. D)
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 sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
(7).
Warning! Blades coast after turn off.
Warning! KEEP other hand away from blade.

Trigger switch

Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the ON position.
Warning! Do not use blade to cut stems greater than 8 mm.
Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery around
houses and buildings.
To turn the tool "ON", shift the lock off switch (2) and squeeze
the trigger switch (1) . Once the unit is running, you may
release the lock off switch.
To turn the tool "OFF", release the trigger.
Hints for optimum use (Figs. E, F, G, H, I)
Trimming grass (Fig. E, F )
Warning! Blades coast after turn off.
In order to achieve optimum cutting results, only cut
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dry grass.
Hold the tool as shown in Fig. G. Keep your other hand
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well away from the blade. Maintain a stable working
position so that you do not slip. Do not overreach.
When cutting long grass, work in stages from the top. Take
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small cuts.
Keep the tool away from hard objects and delicate plants.
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If the tool starts running slowly, reduce the load.
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To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.
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Trimming hedges (Fig. G, H, I)
Warning! Blades coast after turn off.
Slightly tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the line of cut) so
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that the blade tips point slightly towards the hedge. This
will cause the blades to cut more effectively.
Start by trimming the top of the hedge.
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Hold the tool at the desired angle and move it steadily
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along the line of cut. The double-sided blade allows you
to cut in either direction.
In order to obtain a very straight cut, stretch a piece of
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string along the length of the hedge at the desired height.
Use the string as a guide line, cutting just above it.
In order to obtain flat sides, cut upwards with the growth.
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Younger stems move outwards when the blade cuts
downwards, causing shallow patches in the hedge.
Take care to avoid any foreign objects.
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(Original instructions)
Especially avoid hard objects such as metal wire and
railings, as these could damage the blades.
Regularly oil the blades.
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Guidelines for trimming (UK & Ireland)
Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves (new leaves
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every year) in June and October.
Trim evergreens in April and August.
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Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs every six
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weeks from May until October.
Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New Zealand)
Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves (new leaves
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every year) in December and March.
Trim evergreens in September and February.
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Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs every six
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weeks from October until March.

Maintenance

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,
switch off the tool. Unplug the charger before cleaning it.
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and
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charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
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Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
After use, carefully clean the blades. After cleaning, apply
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a film of light machine oil to prevent the blades from
rusting.
Storage
When the tool will not be used for several months, ideally leave
the battery connected to the charger. Otherwise proceed as
follows:
Fully charge the battery.
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Store the tool in a secure and dry location. The storage
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temperature must always remain in the range of +5 °C to
+40 °C.
Before using the tool after prolonged storage, fully charge
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the battery again.