Black & Decker BCSTA536, Original Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
Do not put the appliance down until the cutting line has
come to a complete standstill.
Use only the appropriate type of cutting line. Never use
metal cutting line or fishing line.
Be careful not to touch the line trimming blade.
Take care to keep the mains cable away from the cutting
line. Always be aware of the position of the cable.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting line at all
times, especially when switching on the motor.
Before using the appliance and after any impact, check for
signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
Never operate the appliance with damaged guards or
without guards in place.
Take care against injury from any device fitted for trimming
the filament line length. After extending new cutter line
always return the machine to its normal operating position
before switching on.
Always ensure that the ventilation slots are kept clear of
debris.
Do not use the lawn trimmer (edge trimmer), if the cords
are damaged or worn.
Keep extension cords away from cutting elements.
Labels on appliance
The following pictograms are shown on the tool along with the
date code:
Read the manual prior to operation.
Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating
this appliance.
Wear suitable ear protectors when operating this
appliance.
Switch the tool off. Before performing any
maintenance on the tool, remove the battery
from the tool.
Beware of flying objects. Keep bystanders away
from the cutting area.
Do not expose the appliance to rain or high
humidity.
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Directive 2000/14/EC guaranteed sound power.
Additional safety instructions for batteries and
chargers
Batteries
Never attempt to open for any reason.
Do not expose the battery to water.
Do not store in locations where the temperature may
exceed 40 °C.
Charge only at ambient temperatures between 10 °C and
40 °C.
Charge only using the charger provided with the tool.
When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given
in the section "Protecting the environment".
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Do not attempt to charge damaged batteries.
Chargers
Use your BLACK+DECKER charger only to charge
the battery in the tool with which it was supplied. Other
batteries could burst, causing personal injury and damage.
Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
Have defective cords replaced immediately.
Do not expose the charger to water.
Do not open the charger.
Do not probe the charger.
The charger is intended for indoor use only.
Read the instruction manual before use.
Electrical safety
Your charger is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate. Never attempt to replace the charger
unit with a regular mains plug.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised BLACK+DECKER Service
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
Features
This appliance includes some or all of the following features.
1. On/off switch
2. Handle
3. Lock off button
4. Battery
5. Second handle
6. Guard