Black & Decker Atm100 Instruction Manual

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Intended use

This Black & Decker tool has been designed to measure distances in DIY applications. This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Safety instructions

◆ Warning! When using battery-powered tools, basic

safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, leaking batteries, personal injury and material damage.

◆ Read all of this manual carefully before operating the tool.

◆ Retain this manual for future reference.

Keep work area clean

Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.

Consider work area environment

Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the tool in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing fire or explosion, e.g. in the presence of flammable liquids and gases.

Keep children away

Do not allow children, visitors or animals to come near the work area or to touch the tool.

Do not overreach

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

Stay alert

Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the tool when you are tired.

Use appropriate tool

The intended use is described in this instruction manual. Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

Check for damaged parts

Before use, carefully check the tool for damage. Ensure that the tool will operate properly and perform its intended function. Do not use the tool if any part is damaged or defective.

Store idle tools

When not in use, tools and batteries should be stored in a dry, locked up or high place, out of reach of children.

Repairs

This tool complies with relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts; otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.

Additional safety instructions for non-rechargeable batteries

◆ Never attempt to open for any reason.

◆ Do not store in locations where the temperature may

exceed 40 °C.

◆ When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given

in the section “Protecting the environment”. Do not incinerate the batteries.

◆ Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur.

When you notice liquid on the batteries, proceed as follows:

- Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact.

Features

1. Forward/reverse button

2. Manual retraction button

3. Battery cover

4. Belt clip

Assembly

Fitting the batteries (fig. A) Warning! Use AAA size batteries only. Use alkaline batteries

only.

◆ Slide the battery cover (3) off the tool.

◆ Insert the batteries into the tool in the orientation as shown.

◆ Refit the cover and let it click into place.

Use

◆ To extend the tape, push the button (1) forward.

◆ To retract the tape, push the button (1) backward.

◆ For manual retraction, slide the manual retraction button (2)

to the back end of the tool.

◆ Warning! Keep your fingers away from the tape on

retraction.

◆ Do not retract long pieces of tape in one go on manual

retraction. Actuate the button (2) as necessay to control the speed of retraction.

◆ If the batteries are low, the tool can always be operated

like a conventional tape measure.

Cleaning and maintenance

Your 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.

◆ To clean the tool, use only mild soap and a damp cloth.

Never let any liquid get inside the tool and never immerse any part of the tool into liquid.

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of with normal household waste.

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