Safety Guidelines - Definitions; Important Safety Instructions - Black & Decker SS50B Instruction Manual

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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
D A N G E R : 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.
C A U T I O N : Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERAT I O N . When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury
and property damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. Black & Decker strongly
recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. Read and
understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment.
The label on your appliance may contain the following symbols:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL APPLIANCES
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WA R N I N G : Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS: Don't use appliances in damp or wet locations. Don't use appliances in the rain.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
• STORE IDLE APPLIANCES INDOORS. When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up
place – out of reach of children.
• 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 was
d e s i g n e d .
• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE. Do not use the appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
• DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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• DISCONNECT APPLIANCES. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories such as blades and the like.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STA RTING. Don't carry plugged-in appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is O F F w h e n
plugging in.
• ELECTRICAL FA U LT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTOR (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used.
Receptacles are available having built in electrical fault circuit interruptor protection and may be used for this measure of
s a f e t y.
• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND AT TACHMENTS. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this
appliance could be hazardous.
N o t e : Refer to the accessory section of this manual for further details.
• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
• CHECK DAMAGED PA RT S . Before further use of the tool, 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 its 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
instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on
and off.
• DO NOT OPERAT E portable electric tools near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these
tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so
m a r k e d .
• EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating. The accompanying table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m)
240V 0-50 51-100
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m)
Ampere Rating
More Not more American Wire Gage
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16
6 - 10 18 16
10 - 12 16 16
12 - 16 14 12
WA R N I N G : This product or its power cord contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defect or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD:
• If an extension cord is used, make sure that:
a) the pins of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those in the charger/adapter,
b) the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition,
c) the wire size is large enough for the AC rating of the charger as indicated in the table above.
• Do not operate unit with damaged cord or plug; or if the unit has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged
in any way. Do not disassemble the unit; take it to a qualified service technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire, and will void warranty.
• Use of an attachment not supplied, recommended or sold by manufacturer specifically for use with this unit may result in a
risk of electrical shock and injury to persons.
• NEVER submerge this unit in water; do not expose it to rain, snow or use when wet.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect the unit from any power source before attempting maintenance or cleaning.
Turning off controls without disconnecting will not reduce this risk.
• NEVER IMMERSE THE UNIT IN WAT E R .
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
CHARGE ONLY WITH ORIGINALLY SUPPLIED 12 VDC, CLASS 2 TRANSFORMER PROVIDED. CONSULT MANUFACTURER FOR
R E P L A C E M E N T.
WA R N I N G : EXPLOSION HAZARD:
• DO NOT use the inverter near flammable materials or in locations that may accumulate flammable fumes or gases.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• Use only on a flat, stable surface. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the appliance/cart
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE BY CHILDREN AND SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED BY ADULT S .
• This equipment employs components that tend to produce arcs or sparks.
• Use this unit in properly ventilated areas ONLY. Do not block ventilation slots.
• DO NOT use the inverter near flammable materials or in locations that may accumulate flammable fumes or gases.
• Do not open the unit's main body — there are no user- s e rviceable parts inside.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the outlets.
51-100 101-150
(15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
101-200 201-300
(30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
16 14
14 12
14 12
Not Recommended
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