Black & Decker Bdcf18 Instruction Manual

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Intended use

Your BLACK+DECKER torch has been designed for providing
illumination. This tool is intended for professional and private,
non professional users.

Safety instructions

General power tool safety warnings

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

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instructions listed below may result in electric

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers
to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery
operated (cordless) power tool.

1. Work area safety

a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the

dust or fumes.

c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. Electrical safety

a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools.

and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock

if your body is earthed or grounded.

c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

electric shock.

e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

Use of a cord

f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply.

electric shock.

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of

3. Personal safety

a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a

of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of

inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.

b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye

protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.

c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in

the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust

This enables better control of the power tool in

all times.

unexpected situations.

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair

can be caught in moving parts.

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can

reduce dust-related hazards.

4. Power tool use and care

a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application. The correct power tool will do

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.

b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it

on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with

the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the

battery pack from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of

starting the power tool accidentally.

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d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and

do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
these instructions to operate the power tool. Power

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.

g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in

accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations

different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.

5. Battery tool use and care

a.

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of

another battery pack.

b.

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create

c. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns

d. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from

the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally

additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the

battery may cause irritation or burns.

designated

6. Service

a.

person using only identical replacement parts. This

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

b. Power to the tool should always be supplied via

residual current device with a rated residual current of
30mA or less.

Additional power tool safety warnings

Warning! Additional safety warnings for torches

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u Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than

u Do not operate without the lens in place or with a

damaged lens.

u Never look directly into the light or shine the light into

another persons eyes.

Warning! Fire hazard. Do not operate

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in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
Internal sparks may ignite fumes causing
personal injury.

u Do not expose light or charger to wet or damp areas. Do

not expose light or charger to rain or snow.

u Do not wash light or charger with water or allow water to

get inside light or charger. Do not submerge light in water
at any time.

Caution! When not in use, place tool on its
side on a stable surface where it will not

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cause a tripping or falling hazard. Some
tools with large battery packs will stand
upright on the battery pack but may be easily
knocked over.

u Never view directly with optical instruments into the light

source.

Residual risks.

Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual
risks can not be avoided. These include:

u Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
u Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or

accessories.

u Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using

any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular
breaks.

u Impairment of hearing.
u Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when

using your tool (example:- working with wood, especially
oak, beech and MDF.)

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Labels on tool

The following pictograms are shown on the tool:

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

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instructions listed below may result in electric

Additional safety instructions for batteries and
chargers

Batteries

u Never attempt to open for any reason.
u Do not expose the battery to water.
u Do not store in locations where the temperature may

exceed 40 °C.

u Charge only at ambient temperatures between 10 °C and

40 °C.

u Charge only using the charger provided with the tool.
u When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given

in the section "Protecting the environment".

Do not attempt to charge damaged batteries.

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Chargers

u 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.

u Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
u Have defective cords replaced immediately.
u Do not expose the charger to water.
u Do not open the charger.
u Do not probe the charger.

The charger is intended for indoor use only.

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Read the instruction manual before use.

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Electrical safety

Your charger is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the

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mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate. Never attempt to replace the charger
unit with a regular mains plug.

u 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 tool includes some or all of the following features.

1. On / Off button

2. Lens

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3. Battery (Not Supplied)

4. Charger (Not Supplied)

5. Charge indicator

Assembly

This product uses the battery and charger listed in
the chart below.

Description Catalogue Number

18V Lithium Ion Battery BL1118, BL1318, BL1518, BL2018

18V Lithium Ion Battery Charger 905902**, 905998**, 905713**

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tool. Slide the battery into the receptacle and push until
the battery snaps into place.

u To remove the battery, push the release button (6) while at

the same time pulling the battery out of the receptacle.

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Use

Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.

easily done before. The battery may become warm while
charging; this is normal and does not indicate a problem.

Warning! Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures
below 10 °C or above 40 °C. Recommended charging
temperature: approx. 24 °C.

Note: The charger will not charge a battery if the cell
temperature is below approximately 0 °C or above 40 °C.
The battery should be left in the charger and the charger
will begin to charge automatically when the cell
temperature warms up or cools down.

u To charge the battery (3), insert it into the charger (4). The

force. Be sure that the battery is fully seated in the
charger.

u Plug in the charger and switch on at the mains.

The charge is complete when the charging indicator (5) lights
green continuously. The charger and the battery can be left

occasionally tops up the battery charge. The charging
indicator (4) will be lit as long as the battery is connected to
the plugged-in charger.

u Charge discharged batteries within 1 week. Battery life will

be greatly diminished if stored in a discharged state.

Leaving the battery in the charger

The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the

pack fresh and fully charged.

Charger diagnostics

If the charger detects a weak or damaged battery, the

follows:

u Re-insert the battery (3).
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rate, use a different battery to determine if the charging
process works properly.

u If the replaced battery charges correctly, the original

battery is defective and should be returned to a service
centre for recycling.

u If the new battery gives the same indication as the original

battery, take the charger to be tested at an authorised
services centre.

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Note: It may take as long as 60 minutes to determine that
the battery is defective. If the battery is too hot or too
cold, the LED will alternately blink red, fast and slow, one

Switching on and off

u To switch the torch on press in the switch (1)
u To switch the torch off press in the switch (1)

The pivoting lens

u For your convienience, the lens (2) can be pivoted into a

range positions.

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,
remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.

u Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and

charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.

u Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
u Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
u Regularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust

from the interior.

Protecting the environment

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

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BLACK+DECKER
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.

Separate collection of used products and
packaging allows materials to be recycled and

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used again.
Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand
for raw materials.

Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.

BLACK+DECKER provides a facility for the collection and
recycling of BLACK+DECKER products once they have reached
the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service
please return your product to any authorised repair agent who
will collect them on our behalf.

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You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair

BLACK+DECKER
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised BLACK+DECKER repair agents and full details of our
after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet
at: www.2helpU.com

Batteries

BLACK+DECKER batteries can be recharged many
times. At the end of their useful life, discard

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batteries with due care for our environment:

u Run the battery down completely, then remove it from the

tool.

u NiCd, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries are recyclable. Take them

to any authorised repair agent or a local recycling station.

Technical data

BDCF18 (H1)

Voltage V

18

DC

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Australia & New Zealand

Stanley Black & Decker

www.blackanddecker.com.au

Tel.[phone] (Aust) or Tel. [phone] (NZ)

90620261 01/2014