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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Charging/Recharging
This product has a sealed lead acid battery that should be kept fully charged. Recharge before first use, immediately
after each use, and every 60 days if not used. Failure to do this may reduce the battery life dramatically. Refer to the
“Charging/Recharging” section of this Instruction Manual.
Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service
center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-544-6986.
WARNING:
The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.
Service Information
All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and
reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts,
contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page
directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com.
Battery Replacement/Disposal
It is recommended that the unit be returned to manufacturer for battery replacement. Contact Customer
Service, toll-free, at (800) 618-5178.
Battery Disposal
Contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable, lead acid battery, which must be
disposed of properly. Recycling is required — contact your local authority for
information. Failure to comply with local, state and federal regulations can result in fines
or imprisonment. For more information on recycling this battery, call toll-free (800) 822-8837.
WARNINGS: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY / EXPLOSION
• Do not dispose of product in fire as batteries inside this product may explode or leak.
• Do not expose the unit containing a battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode.
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or
workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it
was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within
the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of
purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding
returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized
Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black &
Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-Electric" in the yellow pages of
the phone directory and on our website www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should you have any
questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not
intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT:
If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call
1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
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