Black+Decker LHT218 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

20V MAX* HEDGE TRIMMER

TAILLE-HAIE, 20 V MAX.*
PODADORA DE SETOS 20 V MÁX.*

LHT218

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English (original instructions) 1

Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale) 12

Español (traducido de las instrucciones originales) 24

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* Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is18.
* La tension initiale maximum du bloc-piles (mesurée à vide) est de 20 volts. La tension nominale est de 18.
* El máximo voltaje inicial de la batería (medido sin carga de trabajo) es 20 voltios. El voltaje nominal es de 18.

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1

Trigger Switch

2

Lock Button

3

Switch Handle

4

Blade Guard

5

Auxiliary Handle

6

Battery

7

Blade

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or propertydamage.



DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

seriousinjury.



WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

seriousinjury.



CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderateinjury.



(Used without word) Indicates a safety relatedmessage.

NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in

propertydamage.



WARNING! Read all safety warnings

and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings

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

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,

read the instructionmanual.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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WARNING! Read all safety warnings

and all 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 mains­operated (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 (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI

reduces the risk of electricshock.

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

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry 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

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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 ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type

of battery pack may create a risk of fire with another
batterypack.

b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury andfire.

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 or afire.

d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from

the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally

occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from

the battery may cause irritation orburns.

6) 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

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DANGER: Keep hands away from

blade. Contact with blade will result in serious

personalinjury.

• 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. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may make

exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give
the operator an electricshock.

• Check the hedge for foreign objects, e.g. wirefences.

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WARNING: Do not expose torain.



WARNING: Only use with bail 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.

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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.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are asfollows:

V ......................... volts

Hz ....................... hertz

min ..................... minutes

or DC ......direct current

...................... Class I Construction

(grounded)

…/min ..............per minute

BPM .................... beats per minute

IPM ..................... impacts per minute

RPM .................... revolutions per

minute

sfpm ................... surface feet per

minute

SPM .................... strokes per minute

A ......................... amperes

W ........................ watts

or AC ...........alternating current

or AC/DC .... alternating or

direct current

...................... Class II

Construction

(double insulated)

no ....................... no load speed

n ......................... rated speed

...................... earthing terminal

..................... safety alert symbol

..................... visible radiation

..................... wear respiratory

protection

..................... wear eye

protection

..................... wear hearing

protection

..................... read all

documentation

CSPM .................. cut strokes per

minute

BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Before using the battery pack and charger, read the
safety instructions below and then follow charging
proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery
packs, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage.

Your tool uses a BLACK+DECKER charger. Be sure to read all
safety instructions before using your charger.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs



WARNING: Read all safety warnings

and all instructions for the battery pack, charger
and power tool. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or seriousinjury.

• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery

pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.

• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO

NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into
a non-compatible charger as battery pack may
rupture causing serious personal injury. Consult

the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
batteries andchargers.

• Charge the battery packs only in designated
BLACK+DECKERchargers.

• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in

locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal
buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in
a cool, drylocation.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with
the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger
switch in the ONposition.

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The

battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and
materials are created when lithium ion battery packs
areburned.

• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of
a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medicalattention.

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WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid

may be flammable if exposed to spark orflame.



WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt

to open the battery pack for any reason. If the battery
pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into
the charger. Do not crush, drop or damage the battery
pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or
damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit
with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs
should be returned to the service center forrecycling.

Transportation



WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store

or carry the battery pack so that metal objects
can contact exposed battery terminals. For

example, do not place the battery pack in aprons,
pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc.,
with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting

batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery
terminals inadvertently come in contact with
conductive materials such as keys, coins,
hand tools and the like. The US Department of

Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations
(HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in
commerce or on airplanes in carry-on baggage
UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits.
So when transporting individual battery packs, make
sure that the battery terminals are protected and well
insulated from materials that could contact them and
cause a shortcircuit.

The RBRC® Seal

The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium­ion batteries (or battery packs) indicates
that the costs to recycle these batteries
(or battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already
been paid by BLACK+DECKER. In some areas, it is illegal
to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or
lithium-ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste
stream and the Call2Recycle® program provides an
environmentally consciousalternative.

Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with BLACK+DECKER
and other battery users, has established the program in
the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection
of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or
lithium-ion batteries. Help protect our environment and
conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to
an authorized BLACK+DECKER service center or to your
local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where to drop off the
spent battery. RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2
Recycle,Inc.

Wireless Certifications and Safety
Information

• This device is CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)compliant.

• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

ʵ This device may not cause harmful interference, and
ʵ This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause
undesiredoperation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part

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15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
followingmeasures:

ʵ Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.
ʵ Increase the separation between the equipment

andadaptor.

ʵ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the adaptor isconnected.

ʵ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician forhelp.

• Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the device. This Class B digital
apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

• Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter
may only operate using an antenna of a type and
maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference
to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated
power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successfulcommunication.

• To comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation
exposure limits for general population, the antenna used
for this device must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna ortransmitter.

For Bluetooth® Products

• When traveling on airlines, be sure to comply with the
airline restrictions on usage of personal electronic devices
and Bluetooth®.

• The out of range alert feature has been designed to act
as an aid to warn against products getting misplaced or
stolen. It is not a securitysystem.

• The connectivity range is up to 100 feet (30.5 meters)
depending on environment andlocation.

• The shortwave radio frequency signals of a Bluetooth®
device may impair the operation of other electronic and
medical devices (such as pacemakers or hearingaids).

NOTE: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by the Bluetooth®, SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by BLACK+DECKER is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respectiveowners.

This product complies with these standards when operated
with a 6 foot (1.8 meters) or shorter extensioncord.

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers



WARNING: Read all safety warnings

and all instructions for the battery pack, charger
and power tool. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or seriousinjury.

• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with
any chargers other than the ones in this manual.

The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to
worktogether.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other

than charging BLACK+DECKER rechargeable
batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric

shock orelectrocution.

• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.

• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of
damage to the electric plug andcord.

• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not

be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage orstress.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in

risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide

a dry location and use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use

reduces the risk of electricshock.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller
the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity
of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18
gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using
more than one extension to make up the total length,
be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size. 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
lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts

Total Length of Cord in Feet

(meters)

120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)

Ampere Rating

American Wire Gauge

More
Than

Not

More

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

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• Do not place any object on top of the charger or
place the charger on a soft surface that might block
the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal
heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat

source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top
and the bottom of thehousing.

• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord

orplug.

• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any
way. Take it to an authorized servicecenter.

• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an
authorized service center when service or repair
is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of

electric shock, electrocution orfire.

• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting
any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Removing the battery pack will not reduce thisrisk.

• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargerstogether.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard

120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to
use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the

vehicularcharger.



WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow

any liquid to get inside the charger. Electric shock
mayresult.



WARNING: Burn hazard. Do not

submerge the battery pack in any liquid or allow any
liquid to enter the battery pack. Never attempt to open
the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing
of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service
center forrecycling.



CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk

of injury, charge only BLACK+DECKER rechargeable
battery packs. Other types of batteries may
overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and
propertydamage.

NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the

charger plugged into the power supply, the charger
can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials
of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to,
grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum
foil or any buildup of metallic particles should be
kept away from the charger cavities. Always unplug
the charger from the power supply when there is no
battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before
attempting toclean.

Charging a Battery

BLACK+DECKER chargers are designed to charge
BLACK+DECKER batterypacks.

NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of lithium
ion battery packs:

• Charge the battery pack fully before firstuse.

• Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible
after everyuse.

• Do not discharge batteriesfully.

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before
inserting the batterypack.

2. Insert the battery pack into the charger.

3. The green LED will flash indicating that the battery is
beingcharged.

4. The completion of charge is indicated by the green LED
remaining on continuously. The pack is fully charged
and may be used at this time or left on thecharger.

Leaving the battery in the charger

The charger and battery pack can be left connected with
the green LED glowing indefinitely. The charger will keep
the battery pack fresh and fully charged.

Charger Cleaning Instructions



WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect

the charger from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt
and grease may be removed from the exterior of the
charger using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do
not use water or any cleaningsolutions.

Important Charging Notes

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if
the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is
between 65°F and 75°F (18° – 24°C). DO NOT charge
the battery pack in an air temperature below +40°F
(+4.5°C), or above +104°F (+40°C). This is important
and will prevent serious damage to the batterypack.

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the
touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and
does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of
the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or
battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal
shed or an uninsulatedtrailer.

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:

a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp

or other appliance;

b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch

which turns power off when you turn out the lights;

c. Move the charger and battery pack to a location

where the surrounding air temperature is
approximately 65°F – 75°F (18° – 24°C);

d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery

pack and charger to your local servicecenter.

4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to
produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily
done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these
conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may

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also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire
with no adverse effect on the batterypack.

5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but
not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool,
aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles
should be kept away from charger cavities. Always
unplug the charger from the power supply when there
is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger
before attempting toclean.

6. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any
otherliquid.

Storage Recommendations

1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away
from direct sunlight and excess heat orcold.

2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully
charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the
charger for optimalresults.

NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely
depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be
recharged beforeuse.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE

THIS PRODUCT USES THE BATTERY

AND CHARGER LISTED IN THE CHART

BELOW.

Description Catalog Number

20V Max* Lithium-Ion
Battery:

ʵ LBXR20
ʵ LB20
ʵ LBX20
ʵ LBXR20BT

20V Max* Lithium-Ion
Battery Charger:

ʵ LCS20
ʵ LCS201
ʵ LCS1620

2 Amp Fast Charger: ʵ L2AFC

ʵ L2AFCBST
ʵ LCS200

COMPONENTS Fig. A



WARNING: Never modify the power

tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury
couldresult.

Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a
complete list ofcomponents.

Intended Use

This hedge trimmer is designed for residential
trimmingapplications.

DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids orgases.

This hedge trimmer is a residential power tool. DO NOT
let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is
required when inexperienced operators use thistool.

ASSEMBLY



WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove
the battery pack before making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

Assembly Tools Required (Not Supplied)

• Phillips Screwdriver

Attaching Guard to Trimmer Fig. B, C



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 guard unattached to the
trimmer. To attach the guard:

• Remove guard retaining screw

8

, with the Phillips

screwdriver (notsupplied).

• Position the guard in place as shown in Fig.B. Ensuring
the guard slots into the grooves on theunit.

Fig. B

• Insert the guard retaining screw

8

,

into the opening on the
side of the guard and tighten securely as shown in FigureC.
Fig. C

8

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE

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8

OPERATION



WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove
the battery pack before making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig.D)

NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is
fullycharged.

To install the battery pack into the tool handle, align the
battery pack with the rails inside the tool’s handle and slide
it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in
the tool and ensure that it does notdisengage.

To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release
button and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool
handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger
section of thismanual.

Fig. D

Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)



WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position
as shown.



WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation
of a suddenreaction.

Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the illustrations in this
manual, with one hand on the switch handle

3

and one

hand on the bail handle

5

(Fig. E). Never hold the unit by

the bladeguard

4

.

Fig. E

4

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Switch

To turn the tool “ON”, slide the lock off button

2

, shown in

Figure F, backward and squeeze the trigger switch

1

Once

the unit is running, you may release the lock off button

2

.

In order to keep the unit running you must continue
to squeeze the trigger. To turn the tool “OFF”, release
thetrigger.



WARNING: Never attempt to lock a

switch in the ONposition.

Fig. F

1

2

Trimming Instructions

1. WORKING POSITION (Fig. G) – 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 E, with one hand on the switch handle and one
hand on the bail handle. Never hold the tool by the
bladeguard.

Fig. G

2. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH– (Fig. 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.



CAUTION: Do not cut stems greater than

3/4" (19mm). Use the trimmer only for cutting normal
shrubbery around houses andbuildings.

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9

0-15

Fig. H

3. LEVEL HEDGES (Fig. I) – To obtain exceptionally level

hedges, a piece of string can be stretched along the
length of the hedge as aguide.

Fig. I

4. SIDE-TRIMMING HEDGES (Fig. J) – Begin at the

bottom and sweepup.

Fig. J



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 ON HANDLES. DON’TOVERREACH.

• DO NOT USE UNDER WETCONDITIONS.



DANGER:

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROMBLADES.



CAUTION:

BLADE COASTS AFTER TURNOFF.

MAINTENANCE



WARNING: Remove extension cord

from trimmer before servicing, cleaning or removing
material from the gardeningappliance.

The cutting blades are made from

Fig. K

high quality, hardened steel and
with normal usage, they will not
require resharpening. However, if
you accidentally hit a wire fence
(Fig. K), 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
the cord 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
unit on or adjacent to fertilizers orchemicals.

Cleaning



WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all

air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To
minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1
approved eye protection when performingthis.



WARNING: Never use solvents or other

harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts
of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into aliquid.

Repairs

The charger and battery pack are notserviceable.



WARNING: To assure product

SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance
and adjustment (including brush inspection
and replacement) should be performed by
a BLACK+DECKER factory service center or a
BLACK+DECKER authorized service center. Always use
identical replacementparts.

ENGLISH

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Accessories



WARNING: DO NOT use the hedge

trimmer with any type of accessory or attachment.
Such usage might behazardous.

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TWOYEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warranties this product to be free
from defects in material or workmanship for a period of
two (2) years following the date of purchase, provided that
the product is used in a home environment. This limited
warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, accidental
damage or when repairs have been made or attempted
by anyone other than BLACK+DECKER and its Authorized
Service Centers. A defective product meeting the warranty
conditions set forth herein 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. Proof of purchase may be required.
Please check with the retailer for its specific return policy
regarding time limits for returns or 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 BLACK+DECKER’s option.
Proof of purchase may be required. BLACK+DECKER
owned and authorized service centers are listed online
at www.blackanddecker.com. This warranty does not
apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights aand 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, and accordingly, such
commercial use of this product will void this warranty.
All other guarantees, express or implied, are hereby
disclaimed. 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 such information.

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

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286

BlackandDecker.com

1-800-544-6986