Black & Decker NHT2218 User Manual

HEDGE TRIMMER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model Number NHT2218

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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 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 (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Guidelines - Definitions.................................................2

General Safety Rules...............................................................2

Components.............................................................................4

Important Safety Instructions for Battery Chargers..................5

Important Safety Instructions for Battery Packs.......................6

Charging Procedure.................................................................7

Installing/Removing Battery Pack ............................................8

Operation .................................................................................8

Maintenance ............................................................................9

Accessories..............................................................................10

Service Information ..................................................................10

Two-Year Home Use Warranty.................................................10

Troubleshooting .......................................................................12

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.

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.

NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a

potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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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 toolʼs 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) 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 when used 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.

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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

• 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.

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 personnal injury.

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

COMPONENTS

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.

V................volts A ....................amperes

Hz..............hertz W ..................watts

min ............minutes ..................alternating current

..........direct current

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

..............

Class II Construction

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

............safety alert symbol .../min ............strokes

per minute

1. Trigger Switch

2. Lock Button

3. Switch Handle

4. Blade Guard

5. Bail Handle

6. Charger

7. Battery

8. Blade

9. Blade Sheath

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