Black & Decker NPT318 TYPE 2 Owner’s Manual
P01eHedgeTrimmer
INSTRUCTIONMANUAL
Catalog Number NPT318
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POURLEFRAN_;AIS,VOIRLACOUVERTUREARRIERE.
IN.STRUCTIVO DE OPERACION, CENTRO.S DE SERVICIO Y
POLIZA DE GARANTIA. ADVERTENCIA: LEASE ESTE
INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.
KEY iNFORMATiON YOU SHOULD KNOW:
- Read and understand instruction manual before using.
oCharge battery for 9 hours before first use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
z_ WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result inelectric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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 welt-instructed adults should operate Pole Trimmer. Never
allow children to operate.
• Do not use Pole Trimmer for any job except that for which it isintended.
• 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 loss 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) of overhead electrical lines.
Failure to do this could result in severe personal injury.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil.
• Make sure cutting blades have stopped before setting unit down.
Z_DANGER:RISKOFCUT.Keephandsawayfromblades.Keep
bothhandsonhandleswhenPoleTrimmerison.
• DONOTATTEMPTtoremovecutmaterialorholdmaterialtobe
cutwhenbladesaremoving.Disconnectbatterywhenclearing
jammedmaterialfromblades.Donotgrasptheexposedcutting
bladesorcuttingedgeswhenpickinguporholdingthePole
Trimmer.
Z_CAUTION:Bladescoastafterturnoff.
• DON'T FORCE POLE TRIMMER - Itwilt do the job better and with
less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was
designed.
• DISCONNECT BATTERY 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. Aguard 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 wilt 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
z_ ............ safety alert symbol
, arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
A .................... amperes
W .................. watts
"_ .................. alternating current
no .................. no load speed
.................... earthing terminal
.../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 toot or charger. Remove cap before placing
battery in charger or tool. BatteryCap
_WARNING: Fire hazard. 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.
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 carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are
properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual
batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well
insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short
circuit.
SAFETY WARNINGSAND
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 pack, and (3) product
using battery pack.
3. ZLCAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
Black & Decker Battery Packs. 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
capacitythan18gauge.Whenusingmorethanoneextensionto
makeupthetotallength,besureeachextensioncontainsatleast
theminimumwiresize.
CHARTFORMINIMUM WIRE SIZE (AWG) OF EXTENSION CORDS
Total Extension Cord
Length (ft) 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
_e 18 16 16 14
9. Use only the supplied charger when charging your unit. The use
of any other charger could damage the battery pack or create a
hazardous condition.
10. Use only one charger when charging.
11. Do not attempt to open the charger or the unit. There are no
customer serviceable parts inside. Return to any authorized Black
& Decker service center.
12. DO NOT incinerate battery packs even if they are severely
damaged or completely worn out.
13. Do not incinerate the batteries. They can explode in a fire. A small
leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under extreme
usage, charging or temperature conditions. This does not indicate
a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage
gets on your skin:
a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical
attention. MEDICAL NOTE: The liquid is a 25-35% solution of
potassium hydroxide.
Charging the Battery
THE BATTERY PACK IS NOT FULLY CHARGED AT THE FACTORY,
CHARGE BATTERY PACK FOR AT LEAST 9 HOURS BEFORE USE.
The charger is designed to use standard household 120 volt 60 Hz
power.
NAMEPLATE RATING AMPS - 0 - 10.0
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
1. Plug the charger into any standard 120 Volt
60 Hz electrical outlet (figure 1).
2. Slide the charger onto the battery pack as
shown in figure 2 and let the battery pack
charge initially for 9 hours. After the initial
charge, under normal usage, your battery
pack should be fully charged in 6 to 9 hours.
2a) During charging the green LED wilt appear.
2b) When charging is complete the green LED
will go off.
3. Unplug charger, and remove the battery pack.
Place the battery pack into the tool until it
"clicks" into place,
NOTE: To remove the battery pack, press
down on the release button on the back of
the battery pack and slide out (figure 3).
STORAGE RECOMMENDATION
1. Store tool:
a.) with the battery pack removed and on the charger.
b.) in a placethat iscool and dry away from direct sunlight and
excess heat or cold.
c.) out of the reach of children.
2. For prolonged storage such as over the winter, the battery pack
should be fully charged and then removed from the charger. It
should be charged again just prior to use.
LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER
It is OK to leave battery packs on charge for long periods of time.
The charger has a maintenance mode which gives the battery pack
enough charge to stay "topped off". If however, the toot is not
expected to be needed for more than 30 days, unplug the charger
and store battery pack in a coot, dry location. NOTE: A battery pack
will lose its charge when kept off of the charger. Ifthe battery pack
has not been kept on maintenance charge, it may need to be
recharged before use. A battery pack may also lose its charge if left
in a charger that is not plugged into an appropriate AC source.
IMPORTANTCHARGINGNOTES
1. Afternormalusage,yourbatterypackshouldbefullychargedin
6to9hours.Ifthebatterypackisrun-downcompletely,itmay
takeupto9hourstobecomefullycharged.Yourbatterypack
wassentfromthefactoryinanunchargedcondition.Before
attemptingtouseit,itmustbechargedforatleast9hours.
2. DONOTchargethebatterypackinanairtemperaturebelow
+40°F(+4.5°C),orabove+105°F(+40.5°C).Thisisimportantand
wiltpreventseriousdamagetothebatterypack.Longestlifeand
bestperformancecanbeobtainedifbatterypackischarged
whenairtemperatureisabout75°F(24°C).
3. Whilecharging,thechargermayhumandbecomewarmto
touch.Thisisanormalconditionanddoesnotindicatea
problem.
4. Ifthebatterypackdoesnotchargeproperly--(1)Checkcurrent
atreceptaclebyplugginginalamporotherappliance.(2)Check
toseeifreceptacleisconnectedtoalightswitchwhichturns
poweroffwhenyouturnoutthelights.(3)Movechargerand
batterypacktoasurroundingairtemperatureof40°F(+4.5°C)to
105°F(+40.5°C).(4)IfthereceptacleandtemperatureareOK,
andyoudonotgetpropercharging,takeorsendthebattery
packandchargertoyourlocalBlack&Deckerservicecenter.
SeeToolsElectricinyellowpages.
5. Thebatterypackshouldberechargedwhenitfailstoproduce
sufficientpoweronjobswhichwereeasilydonepreviously.DO
NOTCONTINUEusingunitwithitsbatterypackinadepleted
condition.
6. Thebatterypackwiltreachoptimumperformanceafterbeing
cycled5timesduringnormalusage.Thereisnoneedtorunthe
batterypackdowncompletelybeforerecharging.Normalusage
isthebestmethodofdischargingandrechargingthebattery
pack.
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
Z_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
in figure 3.
To attach 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 together.
2. Slide the threaded sleeve (6) figure 5 O
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.
z_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
Detaching Trimmer Head Module
z_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.
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
Z_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 toot 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
locked into position.
To pivot the trimmer head: r/_
1. Press in on the locking latch (7)
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.
/and raise the trimmer head as
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 12and 13.
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Switch / ..... i J_
Always be sure of your footing and grip
the Pole Trimmer firmly with both hands
with the thumb and fingers encircling the
handle.
Toturn the tool 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 tool 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 toot firmly in both hands
and turn the tool ON. Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the
illustrations in this 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.
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 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. Ifthe 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.
Troubleshooting Section
If your Pole Trimmer does not operate correctly check the following:
Problem
• Tool will not
start.
• Battery will not •
charge.
Possible Cause Possible Solution
• Battery not • Check battery installation.
installed properly.
• Battery not •
charged.
• Lock-out button not •
actuated.
• Pole connections •
not properly
tightened.
Battery not •
inserted into
charger.
Check battery charging
requirements.
Pull back on lock
button/actuate trigger.
Refer to instruction manual
for pole connections.
Insert battery into charger
until green LED appears.
Charge up to 9 hours if
battery totally drained.
Service Information
All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel
to provide customers with efficient and reliable power toot 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 "Tools--Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit
www.blackanddecker.com.
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 wilt 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
"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.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: Ifyour warning labels
become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free
replacement.
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 inthe packaging, call the local
company or see the website for warranty information.
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Towson, MD
21286 U.S.A.
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