Black & Decker HH2455 TYPE 2, HH2455 TYPE 1 Owner’s Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Rotating Handle Hedge Trimmer

Catalog Number HH2455

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KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

• To insure extension cord does not come loose see figure B and C for
proper attachment.

• In order to operate the trimmer, the lock button must first be pulled back

(see figure D) then squeeze trigger.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains
relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols

below are used to help you recognize this information.

z_ DANGER: Indicates an imminently 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.

CAU,TION,:,Used without the safety ale.rt symbol.indicates a potentially hazardous

situation wnicn, it no[ avoieee, may result in property eamage.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

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

warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term "power tool" in the warnings 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, such as in the

presence of flammable liquids, gases 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. Unmodified

plugs 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. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault

circuit interrupter (GFCl) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of

electric shock.

g) A GFCI with a tripping current of 30mA or less is recommended.

3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating

a power tool, Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence 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, Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing 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 all times. This enables

better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f) Dress properly, Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, Keep your hair,

clothing and gloves away from moving parts, Loose clothes, jewe//ery or long

hair can be caught in moving parts.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust 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.

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 tool's
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) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only

identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is

maintained.

Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings

• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer, Using one hand could cause
loss of control and result in serious personal injury,

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade, Do not remove cut material
or hold material to be cut when blades are moving, Make sure the switch is off

when clearing jammed material, Blades coast after turn off, A moment of

inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. Proper
handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter

blades.

• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter
blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutter blades contacting a "live"

wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator

an electric shock.

• Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation the cable may be hidden in
shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blade.

• DANGER - Keep hands away from blade. Contact with blade will result in serious
personal injury.

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Extension Cords

When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in

loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier

gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150

240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

Ampere Rating
More Not more American Wire Gage

Than Than
0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12

10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)

(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m)(30,4-60,9m)(60,9-91,4m)

/_ SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNING

z_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

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such
as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

Functional Description

1. Blade

2. Guard

3. Bail Handle

4. Lock Button

5. Trigger Switch

6. Rotate Button

7. Pigtail Cord / Cord
Retainer

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ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED (NOT SUPPLIED):

- Phillips Screwdriver
ATTACHING BAIL HANDLE TO TRIMMER

z_WARNING: Only use with handle and guard properly assembled to hedge

trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer without the proper guard or handle
provided may result in serious personal

injury.

The trimmer is shipped with the bail handle
tied to the trimmer. To attach the bail handle:

• Cut the zip tie which holds the handle to the
trimmer.

• Remove the phillips head screws from both
sides of the trimmer housing.

• Position the handle in place as shown in
figure A.

• Reinsert the phillips head screws into the openings on the side of the handle and
tighten securely.

ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD TO TRIMMER

An extension cord retainer is built into
the switch handle that helps prevent the tool from coming unplugged. To use this

feature, first overlap the pigtail cord with the extension cord and tie the two cords in a

knot as shown in figure B. Then, double the extension cord several inches from the

end, and hook the loop formed by doubling the cord over the post in the opening in the

back of the handle area as shown in figure C. Gently tug on the cord to insure that it is

firmly retained in the trimmer's handle.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONSFOR FUTURE USE

TO TURN THE TOOL ON

Pull the LOCK BUTTON (4) back with

your thumb and then squeeze the
TRIGGER (5) with your fingers as

shown in figure D. (Once the tool is

running you can release the LOCK
BUTTON.) To turn the tool OFF, release

the TRIGGER.

TO LOCK THE TOOL ON FOR CONTINUOUS RUN

WITH THE TOOL RUNNING pull the LOCK BUTTON (4) ALL THE WAY back,
release the TRIGGER (5), then release the LOCK BUTTON. The tool is now locked

ON. To turn the tool OFF, squeeze and release the TRIGGER. NOTE: In order to lock

the tool on, it is important to first release the trigger and then release the lock button.

ROTATING THE REAR HANDLE

The rear handle on the HH2455 has the capability of rotating 180 ° while in use. There

are optional stops at 0°, 55 ° and 90 ° which are ideal for side cuts and rounded or
irregular shaped shrubs.

To rotate the rear handle, press in on the

pivoting button (6) and turn in the desired

direction as shown in figure E.

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Figure F depicts the rear handle in 90 ° left (fl), 0° (f2) and 90 ° right (f3) positions.

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1. EXTENSION CORD - (Figure G) Always keep
extension cord behind trimmer and away from the

trimming operation. Never drape it over a hedge being
trimmed. If you cut or damage the cord, unplug it at the

electrical outlet immediately, before inspecting or

repairing cord.

2. WORKING POSITION - Maintain proper footing and
balance and do not overreach. Wear safety goggles,

non-skid footwear and rubber gloves when trimming.
Hold the tool firmly in both hands and turn the tool ON.

Always hold the trimmer, as shown in figure G, with
one hand on the switch handle and one hand on the

bail handle. Never hold the tool by the blade guard.

3. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH - (Figure H) -A wide,

sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeth through the
twigs is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the

blade, in the direction of motion gives the best cutting.

Z_CAUTION: Do not use the trimmer for cutting stems

greater than 3/4 in. (19mm). Use the trimmer only for
cutting normal shrubbery found around houses and

buildings.

4. LEVEL HEDGES (Figure I) - To obtain exceptionally
level hedges, a piece of string can be stretched along

the length of the hedge as a guide.

5. SIDE-TRIMMING HEDGES (Figure J) - Begin at the bottom
and sweep up.

Z_WARNING" TO GUARD AGAINST INJURY, OBSERVE THE

FOLLOWING:
READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING, SAVE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
CHECK THE HEDGE FOR FOREIGN OBJECTS SUCH AS

WIRE OR FENCES BEFORE EACH USE.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES.

KEEP HANDS ON HANDLES. DON'T OVERREACH.

Z_CAUTION: - BLADE COASTS AFTER TURN OFF.

DO NOT USE UNDER WET CONDITIONS.
DO NOT USE WITH DAMAGED EXTENSION CORD.

DO NOT UNPLUG OR STORE WITH SWITCH LOCKED ON.

DANGER: KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES.

z_ CAUTION: BLADE COASTS AFTER TURN OFF.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

• Unit will not start.

For assistance with your product, 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.

Possible Cause

• Cord not plugged in.

• Circuit fuse is blown.

• Circuit breaker is tripped.

• Cord or switch is damaged.

Possible Solution

• Plug tool into a working

outlet.

• Replace circuit fuse.
(If the product repeatedly

causes the circuit fuse to

blow, discontinue use
immediately and have it

serviced at a Black &

Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)

• Reset circuit breaker.
(If the product repeatedly

causes the circuit

breaker to trip,

discontinue use

immediately and have it

serviced at a Black &

Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)

• Have cord or switch
replaced at Black

& Decker Service Center

or Authorized Servicer

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MAINTENANCE

The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened steel and with normal usage,
they will not require resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence, stones,

glass or other hard objects, you may put a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove
this nick as long as it does not interfere with the movement of the blade. If it does

interfere, unplug unit and use a fine toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick.
If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for damage. If the blade is bent, housing

cracked, or handles broken or if you see any other condition that may affect the
trimmer's operation, contact your local Black & Decker Service Center for repairs

before putting it back into use.
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which greatly accelerate the

corrosion of metals. Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
With the unit unplugged, use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never

let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Prevent the blades from rusting by applying a film of light machine oil after cleaning.
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.

ACCESSORIES

Z_ WARNING: DO NOT use the hedge trimmer with any type of accessory or

attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service
locations throughout North America. 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 ca11:1-800-544-6986.

FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY, 30 DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

Black & Decker warrants this product for two (2) years from date of purchase. This
warranty does not cover damage resulting from negligent handling, misuse or lack of

reasonable maintenance and care. (Proof of purchase maybe required). We will repair,
without charge, any defect due to faulty material or workmanship. Please return the

complete unit, transportation prepaid, to any Black & Decker/DEWALT Certified
Service Center, any Black & Decker Authorized Service Centers or DEWALT

Authorized Service Centers listed in the Yellow Pages under "Tools-Electric". These
warranties do not cover failures due to abuse, accidental damage or when repairs have

been made or attempted by other than Black & Decker and it's Authorized Service
Centers. These warranties give you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights

which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions, contact your assigned
Service Center (proof of purchase may be required).

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. Should you have
any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center.

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your Black & Decker

tool, you can return it within 30 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for

a full refund (provided that the store is a participating retailer).

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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RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS

• Afin de s'assurer que la rallonge ne se debranche pas, la raccorder
conformement aux figure Bet C.

• Pour faire fonctionner I'outil, on dolt tirer sur le bouton de verrouillage
(figure D), puis enfoncer I'actionneur vers le haut.

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Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

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