Black & Decker NPT318 TYPE 1 Owner’s Manual

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INSTRUCTIONMANUAL

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INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACION, CENTRO$ DE SERVICIO Y

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INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

• Read and understand instruction manual before using.

• Charge battery for 9 hours before first use.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to

follow all instructionslisted below may result inelectric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Before Operating Pole Trimmer

• For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before

using the Pole Trimmer. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to
follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious
personal injury.

• Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate
Pole Trimmer when you are tired.

• Only well-instructed adults should operate Pole Trimmer. Never
allow children to operate.

• Do not use Pole Trimmer for any job except that for which it is
intended.

• Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.

• Wear the following safety gear when operating Pole Trimmer:

- heavy-duty gloves

- substantial footwear

- safety glasses, goggles or face screen that are marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1

- face or dust mask (if working in dusty areas)

• Do not wear loose fitting clothing, or jewelry of any kind that could
get caught in the moving blades or parts of the Pole Trimmer.

• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in any moving parts.

While Operating Pole Trimmer

• Stay alert. Use common sense while operating the unit.

• Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

• Keep children, animals and bystanders at a safe distance away
from Pole Trimmer. Only Pole Trimmer user should be in work area.

• Grip Pole Trimmer securely - one hand on the pole, the other on the
handle.

• Keep finger off trigger until ready to use.

• Before starting Pole Trimmer, make sure blades are not touching
anything.

• Keep all parts of body away from blades when Pole Trimmer is
running.

• Carry Pole Trimmer from one place to another

- with battery removed

- by holding pole at balance point

- with blades to rear and with scabbard attached

• Do not operate in poor lighting.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching
can result in toss of balance or exposure to sharp surfaces.

• Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment or accessory
on this product, which was not provided with the product, or
identified as appropriate for use with this product in this Instruction

Manual.

Do not operate Pole Trimmer:

- while under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs

- in rain or in damp or wet areas

- where highly flammable liquids or gases are present

- if Pole Trimmer is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not fully and
securely assembled

- if trigger does not turn Pole Trimmer on and off. Blades must stop
moving when you release trigger. Have faulty switch replaced by

authorized service center. See "Service Information".

- while in a hurry

- while in tree or on a ladder

- while on aerial booms, buckets or platforms

- during high wind or storming weather

General Safety Rules

WARNING: Shock Hazard. To protect yourself from electrocution,
do not operate within 10 feet (3 m) ofoverhead electrical lines.
Failure to do this could result in severe personal injury.

• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil.

• Makesurecuttingbladeshavestoppedbeforesettingunitdown.
Z_DANGER:RISKOFCUT.Keephandsawayfromblades.Keep

bothhandsonhandleswhenPoleTrimmerison.

• DO NOT ATTEMPT to remove cut material or hold material to be

cut when blades are moving. Disconnect battery when clearing
jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting
blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the Pole

Trimmer.

z_CAUTION: Blades coast after turn off.

• DON'T FORCE POLE TRIMMER - Itwill do the job better and with
less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was

designed.

• DISCONNECT BA'R'ERY from the Pole Trimmer when not in use

or when servicing or cleaning.

• STORE IDLE POLE TRIMMER INDOORS - When not in use, Pole

Trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up
place out of reach of children.

• MAINTAIN POLE TRIMMER WITH CARE - Keep cutting blades

sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of
injury. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS - Before further use of the Pole

Trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service

center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair

personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury. See "Service Information".

• When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts.
Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual.

Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

Specific Safety Rules

• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an

operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal

z_partsof the tool "live" and shock the operator.

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.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

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

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

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

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

[] .............. Class II Construction

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

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

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

"_ .................. alternating current

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

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

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

.../min ............ strokes

per minute

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Battery Cap Information

Battery storage and carrying caps are provided for use whenever
the battery is out of the tool or charger. Remove cap before placing

battery in charger or tool. Battery Cap

z_WARNING: Do not store or carry battery so that metal objects

can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place
battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers,
etc. with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. without battery cap.
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 (i.e.
packed in suitcases and carryon luggage) UNLESS they are
properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting
individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are
protected and welt insulated from materials that could contact them

and cause a short circuit.

±Safety Warnings and Instructions:

Charging

1. This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions.

2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product
using battery.

3. zLCAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
Black & Decker batteries. Other types of batteries may burst

causing personal injury and damage.

4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Black &
Decker may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.

6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug
rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk
of fire, electric shock or electrocution.

a. Two-wire cords can be used with 2-wire or 3-wire extension

cords. Only round jacketed extension cords should be used, and
we recommend that they be listed by Underwriters Laboratories

(U.L.). If the extension is to be used outside, the cord must be
suitable for outdoor use. Any cord marked for outdoor use can

also be used for indoor work. The letters "W" or "WA" on the cord

jacket indicate that the cord is suitable for outdoor use.

b. An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or

American Wire Gauge) for safety, and to prevent loss of power
and overheating. 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. When using more than one extension to
make up the total length, be sure each extension contains at

least the minimum wire size.

CHART FOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE (AWG) OF EXTENSION CORDS
NAMEPLATE RATING AMPS- 0 - 10.0

Total Extension Cord Length (ft) 25 50 75 100 125
Wire Gauge 18 18 16 16 14

9. Use only the supplied charger when charging your tool. The use
of any other charger could damage the toot or create a

hazardous condition.

10.Useonlyonechargerwhencharging.

11.Donotattempttoopenthecharger.Therearenocustomer
serviceablepartsinside.ReturntoanyauthorizedBlack&Decker

servicecenter.

12.DONOTincineratethetoolorbatterypackseveniftheyare
severelydamagedorcompletelywornout.Thebatteriescan
explodeinafire.

13.Asmallleakageofliquidfromthebatterycellsmayoccurunder
extremeusage,chargingortemperatureconditions.Thisdoesnot

indicateafailure.However,iftheouterseatisbrokenandthis
leakagegetsonyourskin:

a. Washquicklywithsoapandwater.
b. Neutralizewithamildacidsuchaslemonjuiceorvinegar.

c. Ifthebatteryliquidgetsinyoureyes,flushthemwithcleanwater

foraminimumof10minutesandseekimmediatemedical
attention.MEDICAL NOTE: The liquid is a 25-35% solution of

potassium hydroxide.

Charging the Battery

THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED AT THE FACTORY.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE THE BATTERY

THOROUGHLY READ ALL OF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
The charger is designed to use standard household 120 volt 60 Hz

power.

1. Ptug the charger into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical
outlet. NOTE: Do not charge by means
of an engine generator or DC power

source. Use only 120V AC.

2. Slide the charger onto the battery as
shown in figure 1 and let the battery

charge initially for 9 hours. After the , ,initial charge, under normal usage, your ,.... ..

battery should be fully charged in 3 to 6 _\_ _ _

hours.

3. Unplug charger, and remove the battery.

Important Charging Notes

1. After normal usage, your battery should be fully charged in 3 to
6 hours. If the battery is run-down completely, it may take up to
9 hours to become fully charged. Your battery was sent from the
factory not fully charged. Before attempting to use it, it must be
charged for at least 9 hours.

2. DO NOT charge the battery in an air temperature below 40°F
(4,5 °C) or above 105°E(40,5 °C) This is important and wilt
prevent serious damage to the battery. Longest life and best
performance can be obtained if battery is charged when air

temperature is about 75°F.(24°C).

3. While charging, the charger may hum and become warm to

touch. This is a normal condition and does not indicate a

problem.

4. If the battery does not charge property--(1) Check current at
receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. (2) Check

to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns

power off when you turn out the lights. (3) Move charger and
battery to a surrounding air temperature of 40°F (4,5 °C) to
105°F.(40,5 °C) (4) If the receptacle and temperature are OK,
and you do not get proper charging, take or send the battery
and charger to your local Black & Decker service center. See
Tools Electric in yellow pages.

5. The battery should be recharged when it fails to produce
sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO
NOT CONTINUE using product with its battery in a depleted

condition.

6. To prolong battery life, avoid leaving the battery on charge for
extended periods of time (over 30 days without use). Although
overcharging is not a safety concern, it can significantly reduce
overall battery life.

7. The battery will reach optimum performance after being cycled 5

times during normal usage. There is no need to run the batteries

down completely before recharging. Normal usage is the best
method of discharging and recharging the batteries

Features

Before using your Pole Trimmer familarize yourself with all operating
and safety features.

A. Handle Module

B. Trimmer Head Module

1. Trigger Switch

2. Lock Button

3. Battery

4. Foam Gripper

5. Threaded Pole

6. Threaded Sleeve

Transporting the Pole Trimmer

Always remove the battery from the
handle (figure 2) and cover the blade

with the blade sheath when transporting
the Pole Trimmer. See page 4 for

additional information on transporting
the battery.

7. Locking Latch

8. Hand Guard

9.5 Position Head

10. Trimmer Blade

11. Blade Sheath

Assembly

Joining Trimmer Head Module to Handle Module

WARNING: Sharp moving blade. To prevent accidental

operation, insure that battery is disconnected from the handle
and that the protective blade sheath is in place on the blade
before performing the following operations. Failure to do this

could result in serious personal injury.
Combining the handle module (A) to the trimmer head module (B)
creates a pole trimmer that is approximately 6 foot in length as shown

Toattach the handle module to the
trimmer head module:

1. Align the groove on the outside of
the coupling end of the handle
module (A) with the tongue on the

inside of the coupling end of the
trimmer head module (B). See figure

4. Push the two sections completely O
together.

2. Slide the threaded sleeve (6) figure 5
on the trimmer head module down as

far as possible and rotate the sleeve
clockwise until it stops and completely
covers the orange threads as shown
in figure 6.

_WARNING: Always check to make

sure that the sleeve is completely
threaded on and that the orange
threads are no longer visible. Not

threading the sleeve completely on could result in the modules
becoming disconnected creating a hazardous condition.
Periodically check the connections to insure that no orange threads

are visible.

Disassembly

DetachingTrimmer Head Module

_ WARNIN-G: Sharp moving blade. To prevent accidental

operation, insure that battery is disconnected from the handle
and that the protective blade sheath is in place on the blade

before performing the following operations. Failure to do this

could result in serious personal injury.
When detaching the modules rest the handle module

on the ground and grasp the center of the trimmer

head module with one hand figure 7. Use your other
hand to loosen the

threaded sleeve figure 8
and then pull the two

halves apart.

Operating the Pole Trimmer

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to

follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.

Connecting the Battery

Place the battery in the tool as shown in figure 9 and be certain that it
is inserted fully into the toot cavity until it "clicks" into place. To remove

the battery from the toot, press down on the release button on the

back of the battery (figure 10) and slide out.

Pivoting the Trimmer Head

The trimmer head pivots 180 degrees and can be locked into 5
different positions within that range. To avoid being pinched, wear
gloves and hold unit as shown below.

Before connecting the battery to the unit, be sure the trimmer head is
To pivot the trimmer head:

locked into position.

1. Press in on the locking latch (7)
and raise the trimmer head as

shown in figure 11.

2. Lock the trimmer head into any of
the 5 positions. Check to make

sure that the trimmer head is
locked into position by trying to

move the motor housing. If it is not
locked, rotate it to the closest lock
position.

Operating Positions

With its unique design the Pole Trimmer can be used to trim and
shape hard to reach areas of hedges and bushes such as those
shown in figures 12 and 13.

@ @

Switch

Always be sure of your footing and grip the ,I
Pole Trimmer firmly with both hands with

the thumb and fingers encircling the
handle. To turn the toot ON pull the lock
button (1) back with your thumb and then
squeeze the trigger (2) with your fingers as
shown in figure 14. (Once the toot is
running you can release the lock button.)
Toturn the toot OFF, release the trigger.

Trimminglnstructions

1. WORKING POSITION - Maintain proper footing and balance
and do not overreach. Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear

and gloves when trimming. Hold the tool firmly in both hands
and turn the tool ON. Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the

illustrations inthis manual, with one hand on the switch handle
and one hand on the pole. Never hold the tool by the hand guard.

2. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH - 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. Do not cut stems greater than 3/8" (10mm). Use the
trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery around houses and
buildings.

3. LEVEL HEDGES - To obtain exceptionally level hedges
a piece of string can be stretched along the length of the hedge
as a guide.

4. SIDE-TRIMMING HEDGES - Begin at the bottom and sweep up.

Z_WARNING: TO GUARD AGAINST INJURY, OBSERVE THE

FOLLOWING:

• READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE

USING.

• SAVE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES.

• KEEP HANDS ON HANDLE AND POLE. DON'T OVERREACH.

• BLADE COASTS AFTER TURN OFF.

• DO NOT USE UNDER WET CONDITIONS.

Troubleshooting Section

If your Pole Trimmer does not operate correctly check the following:
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

• Toot wilt not
start.

• Battery will not •

charge.

• Battery not •
installed properly.

• Battery not •
charged.

• Lock-out button not •
actuated.

• Pole connections •
not properly

tightened.

Battery not •

inserted into
charger.

Check battery installation.

Check battery charging

requirements.
Pull back on lock

button/actuate trigger.

Refer to instruction manual

for pole connections.

Insert battery into charger
until red LED appears.
Charge up to 9 hours if
battery totally drained.

IMPORTANT:ToassureproductSAFETYandRELIABILITY,repairs,
maintenanceandadjustmentshouldbeperformedbyauthorized
servicecentersorotherqualifiedserviceorganizations,alwaysusing
identicalreplacementparts.

Accessories

/_ WARNING: DO NOT use the Pole Trimmer with any type of

accessory or attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.

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, remove the battery from the 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 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 battery removed, 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.

Service Information

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 "Tools-Electric" or call: 1-800-54-HOW TO (544-6986).

Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty

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, 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 (usually 30 to 90 days
after the sale). Proof of purchase 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
"Tools-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. Should you have any questions, contact the manager
of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center.

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.

Patents Pending

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

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

See 'Tools-Electric'

- Yellow Pages -

for Service & Sales

MODE D'EMPLOI

VOICI DES RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS

QU'IL VOUS FAUT SAVOIR :

• Lisez bien le mode d'emploi avant d'utiliser le produit.

• Chargez la batterie pendant 9 heures avant la premiere
utilisation.

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