Black & Decker CST1200 TYPE 2 Owner’s Manual
CORDLESS 12 VOLT TRIMMER
iNSTRUCTiON MANUAL
IVlodel Number CST1200
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KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:
• Charge battery for a minimum of 24 hours before using your
trimmer, using the Black and Decker 12V charger 244374.
• The guard must be installed before trimming - if not, the
motor will overheat, and void your warranty.
• To operate the trimmer, the lock off button must first be
pulled back, so the trigger can be activated.
• When replacing the line, use only 0.065 in. diameter
- otherwise the unit may not function properly.
o For trouble free feeding and best results, only use
Black & Decker replacement spools with single 0.065 inch
line. Black & Decker replacement spool model number
AF-100.
Safety Guidelines - Definitions ................................................. 2
Important Safety Warnings and Instructions ............................ 2
General Safety Warnings and Instructions for all Tools ........... 3
Additional Important Safety Instructions .................................. 4
Components ............................................................................. 4
Assembly Instructions .............................................................. 5
Operation Instructions .............................................................. 6
Maintenance ............................................................................ 9
Accessories .............................................................................. 9
Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 10
Service Information .................................................................. 10
Two-Year Home Use Warranty ................................................. 10
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important foryou to read and understand this manual. The
information it coniains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and
PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you
recognize this information.
z_ DANGER: Indicates an imminent!y hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
z_ WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Z_CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
/_WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire,
e!ectric shock, and personal injury, including the following.
/!k,WARNING: Some dust created by this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are: • compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and
pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
ZLWARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead,
known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Z_ CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection
during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from
this product may contribute to hearing loss.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
TO REDUCE RiSK OF INJURY:
• Before any use, be sure everyone using this toot reads and
understands all safety instructions and other information
contained in this manual.
• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in
instructing others.
• ALWAYSWEAREYEPROTECTION- Wearsafetyglassesor
gogglesatalltimeswhenthisapplianceisinuse.Safetyglasses
areavailableatextracostatyourlocalBlack&DeckerService
Centerorauthorizedservicefacility.Alwaysusefaceordustmask
ifoperationisdusty.
• GUARD- Donotusethisappliancewithoutguardproperlyattached.
• DRESSPROPERLY- Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry.They
canbecaughtinmovingparts.Rubberglovesandsubstantial
rubbersoledfootweararerecommendedwhenworkingoutdoors.
Don'toperatetheappliancewhenbarefootorwearingopen
sandals.Weartongpantstoprotectyourlegs.Wearprotectivehair
coveringtocontainlonghair.
• NYLON LINE- Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating cutting
line at all times.
• THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION -
Use care when trimming around screens, fences and desirable
plantings.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY- All visitors should be kept at safe
distance from work area.
• IMPORTANT WARNING - When being used stones, pieces of
metal and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line.
The tool and guard are designed to reduce the danger. However,
the following special precautions should be taken:
z_WARNING: Make sure that other persons and pets are at least
100 ft. (30.5m) away.
Z_WARNING: To reduce the risk of rebound (ricochet) injury, work
going away from any nearby solid object such as a wall, steps, large
stone, tree, etc. Use great care when working close to solid objects,
and, where necessary, do trimming by hand.
• AVOID ACCIDENTALLY STARTING - Don't carry appliance with
finger on trigger.
• DO NOT FORCE THE APPLIANCE - It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was
designed.
• USE THE RIGHT APPLIANCE - Do not use this appliance for any
job except that for which it is intended.
• DON'T OVERREACH - Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
• DAMAGE TO APPLIANCE - If you strike or become entangled
with a foreign object, stop toot immediately, check for damage and
have any damage repaired before further operation is attempted.
Do not operate with a broken hub or spool.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS - Do not
use electric appliances in damp or wet locations. Don't use the
appliance in the rain.
• DO NOT OPERATE trimmer/edgers in gaseous or explosive
atmospheres. Motors in these appliances normally spark, and the
sparks might ignite fumes.
• STORE IDLE APPLIANCES INDOORS - When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in a dry locked-up place out of
reach of children.
• STAY ALERT- Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate appliance when you are tired.
• MAINTAIN APPLIANCES WITH CARE - Keep cutting edge sharp
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have it
repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS - Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other condition that may affect its operation. Before further use
of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise
indicated elsewhere in this manual.
• FOR HOUSEHOLD use only.
KEEPGUARDSIN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER.
KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.
DO NOT CHARGE APPLIANCE IN RAIN OR IN WET
LOCATIONS.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
Z_WARNiNG: When using electric tools, basic safety recautions
should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including the following:
• Do not incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or is
completely worn out. The battery can explode ina fire. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
• Ifany leakage of liquid from the battery cells occurs, discontinue
use immediately and return the battery to your local Black &
Decker Service Center or authorized service facility.
• Never attempt to open the battery for any reason. If the plastic
housing of the battery breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue
use and do not recharge.
• Do not charge appliance in rain or in wet locations.
• Use only the following type and size battery: Black & Decker
244373 - 12V.
• Use only Black and Decker 12V charger 244374.
• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery
with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The
battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is
corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
• Ifthe battery case cracks due to a fall or other impact and the
electrolyte gel leaks out, wipe it up with a cloth, neutralize the acid
with any alkaline substance such as ammonia solution or baking
soda. Ifthe electrolyte gets on your skin, immediately flush with
water and consult a doctor.
• Do not use battery for anything other than with this product or other
designated Black & Decker product, out microscopic particles.
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1. Trigger 5. Guard
2. Charger LED 6. Charger
3. Air Intake 7. Hub & Spool
4. Lock-Off 8. Charger Bracket
BeforeassemblingyourCordlessStringTrimmer,checkthatyou
havereceivedthefollowingintheshippingcarton.
SeeFigure1.
A. Trimmer/Edger.
B.Guard.
C.ChargerandChargerBracket.
D.HardwareBagwith(2)screwsand(2)plasticanchors.
/_ WARNING: The guard must always be on the toot to protect the
user. Use of the unit without the guard will overheat the motor, and
void the warranty.
NEVER OPERATE TOOL WITHOUT GUARD FIRMLY IN PLACE.
1. Position the open center of the guard m_,
over the line feed head (Figure 2).
2. Hinge the guard on the hook located
on the lower motor housing. Ensure
the line is free, and not tucked under
the guard. Once hooked, lightly pull
on the back edge of the guard and
push the guard down until the 2
latches snap into place on the motor
housing. (Figure 2)
3. Using a phillips screwdriver, screw the
preassembted screw in the guard, into
the motor housing. (Figure 3)
BATTERY
THE LEAD ACiD BATTERY FOR YOUR TRIMMER IS ONLY
PARTIALLY CHARGED AT THE FACTORY. BEFORE USING
YOUR TRIMMER, THE BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED FOR A
MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS.
• Your trimmer is equipped with a charger bracket that may be
mounted firmly to a walt in your garage, shed or similar building.
(Hardware for hanging the bracket is included in the plastic bag
packed with the trimmer.) Charging your battery in this bracket is
very convenient because it hangs the tool up, out of the way and
ensures a good, solid contact between the charging terminals.
MOUNTINGTHE CHARGER BRACKET (FIGURE 4)
1. If you intend to mount the
charger bracket on a wall,
follow the instructions _"_
listed below. _
2. Use the hardware
provided (Figure 1D) only
if hanging on conventional
hollow wall construction
such as drywall over studs.
If not, use the appropriate |il_j
fasteners for the particular "3
wall material.
3. Use the charger bracket / / Chargingport and pin
to mark the locations of Orifice dechargement et
the holes required. Be tige
sure to mount the bracket / Puertoy punta decarga
high enough so that the
trimmer can hang freely
from it; about 4 feet (1.2m)
from the floor and close
enough to an electrical
outlet to plug-in charging
transformer.
4. a) Conventional hollow wall: Drill a .250 in. (6mm) diameter
hole at each marked location. Insert the plastic anchors supplied
into the holes and insert one of the screws into each anchor.
4. b) Alternative wall materials: Insert fasteners as appropriate
making sure screw heads are small enough to fit through bracket.
5. Tighten the screws until the heads are above the walt just
enough so that the charger bracket will fit between the wall and
the screw head.
6. Place the charger bracket on the wall (hook end up) and make
sure that the power cord is positioned in the side slot. Press the
charger bracket over the screw heads and slide it down until it
sits firmly on the screws.
7. Firmly tighten both screws.
LED INDICATOR LIGHT
The unit is equipped with a red LED charging indicator light, located
on the upper left side of the unit (Figure 1). The indicator light will
come on when the unit is properly connected to the charging base
and the power plug is inserted into the electrical outlet. The light will
remain on, so long as the unit is properly connected to the powered
charging base. It is recommended to store the unit on the charger
during the growing season, with the charger plugged in, to have the
battery charged for the next use.
TO CHARGE YOUR BATTERY, FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW
1. Install the trimmer onto the charger bracket by positioning the
handle cavity, shown in Figure 4 over the hook of the charger
bracket.
2. Rotate the trimmer down, keeping the hook engaged with the
handle cavity, and position the charge port over the bracket's
charge pin (Figure 4).
3. Plug the charger into any standard 120 volt, 60Hz outlet.
Charging wilt be automatically controlled until you remove the
trimmer from the bracket.
4. It is recommended that the trimmer be left on charge, during the
growing season. For winter or other extended periods of
storage, it is recommended that the unit be fully charged prior to
storage.
z_ CAUTION: ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
/_ CAUTION: Inspect area to be trimmed and remove any wire,
cord, or string-like objects which could become entangled in the
rotating line or spool. Be particularly careful to avoid any wire which
might be bent outwardly into the path of the tool, such as barbs at the
base of a chain link fence.
OPERATETHETRIMMER/EDGER
• To turn trimmer on, pull the lock out button, shown in Figure 1,
backwards and, then squeeze the trigger switch. To turn the
tool off, release the trigger.
• Slowly swing trimmer side-to-side as _'_
shown in Figure 5.
To convert for maintenance edging,
turn off the tool. (See Figure 6)
Holding the trimmer with one hand by
the auxiliary handle, grasp the trimmer
head collar and push in direction of
arrow and rotate the trimmer head
clockwise (when viewed from the
switch end) until it stops, (half turn),
release your hand. The tool is locked in
the edger position.
Rotate the wire edge guide
forward and down into place
before edging, as shown
inFigure7.
• To operate as a maintenance A
edger, position trimmer above
sidewalk as shown in Figure 8.
• Return to trimming position by
turning the toot off, push in
direction of arrow and rotating
the trimmer head counter
clockwise until it stops. When
using the tool in the trimmer
mode you may choose to fold
the wire edge guide up out of
the way.
CUTTING LINE
LINE FEEDING
Your trimmer uses .065 in. (1.65 ram) diameter, ROUND nylon
line to cut grass and weeds quickly and easily. During use, the tip
of the nylon tine witl become frayed and worn and the special self
feeding line hub will automatically feed and trim a fresh length of
line. Cutting line wilt wear faster and require more feeding if the
cutting or edging is done atong sidewalks or other abrasive
surfaces or heavier weeds are being cut. The advanced
automatic tine feeding mechanism senses when more cutting line
is needed and feeds and trims the correct length of line
whenever its required. DO NOT BUMP unit on ground in attempt
to feed line or for any other purposes.
CLEARINGJAMSANDTANGLEDLINES
Fromtimetotime,especiallywhencuttingthickorstalkyweeds,
thelinefeedinghubmaybecomecloggedwithsaporother
materialandthelinewiltbecomejammedasaresult.Toclear
thejam,followthestepslistedbelow.
1.Pressthereleasetabsontheline
hubcap,asshowninFigure9
andremovethecapbypullingit
straightoff.
2.Liftthespoolofnylonlineoutof
thehubandclearanybrokenline
orcuttingdebrisfromthespool
area.(Ifyouplantoreplacethe
spoolorrewindit,thisistheplace
todoso,otherwise,moveon.)
3.Unwrapaboutonefoot(30cm)of
linetoensurethatit'sundamaged.
IfitisOKrewinditandinsertthe
lineendthroughtheeyeletinthe
spoolhubasshowninFigure10.
Pull4in.(10cm)oftheline
throughtheholeandmaintain
tensionwhileplacingthespool
downintothehubwiththearrow
up,asshowninFigure11.
4.PressthespooldownGENTLY
androtateituntilyoufeetitdrop
intoplace.(Wheninplace,the
spoolwillturnafewdegreesleft
andrightfreely).Takecareto
keepthelinefrombecoming
trappedunderthespool.
5.Snapthehubcapbackon,and
powerthetooton.Inafewsecondsorlessyou'llhearthenylon
linebeingcutautomaticallytotheproperlength.
• For trouble free feeding and best results, only use
Black & Decker replacement spools with single 0.065 inch line.
Black & Decker replacement spool model number AF=100.
SPOOL OR LINE REPLACEMENT (Use .065 in. (1.65mm)
diameter ROUND line only)
1. Perform step 1 above to remove cap.
2. Remove the spool from the tool and remove and discard all line
on the spool.
3. Choose either OPTION 1 or OPTION 2 below for spool or line
replacement. Perform steps listed under Option 1or Option 2,
then continue with steps 4 through 6 below.
4. Insert the line end through the eyelet in the spool hub, as shown
in Figure 10. Pull the line through the hole to maintain tension
while placing the spool down into the hub, as shown in
Figure 11.
5. Press the spool down GENTLY and rotate it until you feel it drop
into place. (When in place, the spool will turn a few degrees left
and right freely). Take care to keep the line from becoming trapped
under the spool.
6.Snapthehubcapbackon,andpowerthetooton.Inafew
secondsorlessyou'llhearthenylonlinebeingcutautomatically
totheproperlength.
OPTION1:ACCESSORYREPLACEMENTSPOOL
UseBlack&DeckerreplacementspoolModelNo.AF-100.Discard
oldspool.
OPTION2: REWINDINGSPOOLUSINGBULKLINE
Bulklineforyourtrimmer/edgerisavailableatextra cost from your
local dealer or Black & Decker Service Center. To install bulk line,
follow the steps below. (Use .065 in. diameter ROUND line only)
1. Insert one end of the bulk line into
the hole in the spool as shown
in Figure 12 about 1/2 in. (12 mm).
2. Hold the line in the hole and pull
the rest of the line through the slot
in the spool, shown in Figure 12.
3. Snugly and evenly wind the bulk
line onto the spool in the direction
of the arrow on the spool until the
line builds up to the notches in the
spool rim. (Figure 12) Do not
overfill spool. The spool holds
30 feet (10 m) of line.
1. Keep the air intake slots (Figure 1) clean to avoid overheating.
2. Your trimmer line can dry out over time. To keep your line in top
condition, store spare pre-wound spools or bulk line in a plastic,
sealable bag with a tablespoon of water.
3. Plastic parts may be cleaned by using a mild soap and a damp
rag.
4. DO NOT immerse tool in water or squirt it with a hose. DO NOT
allow any liquid to get inside it.
5. Do not store the toot on or adjacent to fertilizers, gasoline, or
other chemicals.
6. DO NOT clean with a pressure washer.
7. The line cutter on the edge of the guard can dull over time. It is
recommended you periodically touch-up the sharpness of the
blade with a file.
iMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by
authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations,
always using identical replacement parts.
Use Black & Decker replacement spool Model No. AF-100.
Reload nylon line (either bulk or prewound replacement spool) as
shown in this manual.
• USE ONLY .065 in. (1.65 mm) DIAMETER NYLON
MONOFILAMENT LINE. Do not use
serrated or heavier gauge line, as they will overload the motor and
cause overheating. The unit only functions properly with 0.065 in.
diameter nylon monofilament line. This line is available at your
local dealer or authorized service center.
/_WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended by
Black & Decker for use with this tool could be hazardous.
Problem
• Unit won't run.
Possible Cause
Battery not charged.
Possible Solution
• Charge for at least
12 hours
• Line won't feed.
Line tangled in spool.
• Unwrap 24 in. of line
and rewind.
• Line fails to cut
off.
Line cutter in guard is
damaged or missing.
Line extends past
guard.
• Return to service
centre for replacement/
repair.
• Rewind or trim line to
line cutter.
For assistance, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for
the location of the service center nearest you or call the
BLACK & DECKER help line at 1=800=544=6986.
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.
Tofind your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory
under "Toots--Electric" or call: 1=800=544=6986 or visit
www.blackanddecker.com.
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 "Toots-Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory.
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.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in
Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country
specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local
company or see the website for warranty information.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: Ifyour warning labels
become illegible or are missing, call 1=800=544=6986 for a free
replacement.
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 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
Imported by
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
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