Black & Decker ST1000 TYPE 3 Owner’s Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Printing

Plug

HOLD H!RE!o

@ o @

Date Code: Catalog Number: ST1000

Thank you for choosing Black & Decker!

Go to www.BlackandDecker.com/NewOwner

to register your new product.

PLEASE READ BEFORE RETURNING THIS

PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON:

IfyouhaveaquestionorexperienceaproblemwithyourBlack&Deckerpurchase,goto

HTTP://WWW.BLACKANDDECKER.COM/INSTANTANSWERS

for instantanswers24hoursaday.

Ifyoucan'tfindtheanswerordonothaveaccesstotheinternet,

call1-800-544-6986from8a.m.to5p.m.ESTMon.-- Fri.to speakwithanagent.

Pleasehavethecatalognumberavailablewhenyoucall.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE•

VEA EL ESPANOL EN LA CONTRAPORTADA.

INSTRUCTIVODEOPERACION,CENTROSDESERVICIOY P©LIZADEGARANTJA.

ADVERTENClA:LEASEESTEINSTRUCTIVOANTESDEUSARELPRODUCTO.

FIG. 3

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

NYLONE]

LINE

(10°TO 30°

[]

RELEASEB

TAB .... -

±WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should

always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the

following "

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:

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust

masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the

State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Z_CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some

conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

1. SAFETY SPECTACLES OR GOGGLES i Wear at all times when trimming.

2. GUARD i Do not use trimmer without guard attached.

3. NYLON LINE i Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating nylon line at all times. Do not extend beyond length specified in this manual. Wear long pants to protect your legs.

4. KEEP ALL BY-STANDERS AWAY i at a safe distance from work area, especially children.

5. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING i don't carry plugged-in toot with finger on trigger.

6. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL i at a rate faster than the rate at which it is able to cut effectively.

7. USE THE RIGHT TOOL i Do not use this toot for any job except that for which it is intended.

8. DON'T OVERREACH-- Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

9. WARNING i To prevent electric shock hazard, use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Always connect extension cords to a fused line or one protected by a circuit

breaker.

10. DON'T ABUSE CORD i Don't yank cord from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.

11. EXTENSION CORDS i to prevent disconnection of extension cord during operation, use extension cord retainer as described inthis manual.

12. DAMAGE TO UNIT i Ifyou strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop trimmer immediately, unplug, check for damage and have any damage repaired before further

operation is attempted. Do not operate with a broken hub or spool.

13. DAMAGE TO CORD i Keep power cord away from rotating line. If you damage the

extension cord, unplug it at the electrical outlet before moving the trimmer or examining the damage. Ifthere is damage to the extension cord, replace cord before further use.

14. DISCONNECT TOOL i When not in use, when replacing line, or prior to cleaning hub.

15. DRESS PROPERLY i Don't operate the tool when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Always wear substantial footwear. Use of rubber gloves and substantial rubber soled footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

16. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS i Do not use electric tools in

damp or wet locations. Follow all instructions in this instruction manual for proper operation of your trimmer.

17. DON'T USE THE TRIMMER IN THE RAIN.

18. DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in

these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

19. STORE IDLE TOOLS INDOORS i When not in use, tools should be stored indoors in dry, locked-up ptacediout of reach of children.

20. THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION i Use care when trimming around screens and desirable plantings.

21. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT LINE i Do not use heavier line or other line materials, eg. metal wire, fishing line or similar materials.

• compounds in fertilizers

• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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 kelp you recognize this information. Z_ DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury. Z_ WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

Z_ CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result

in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FIG. 5

GAP

FIG. 7

SMALL

HOLE

FIG. 6

HUB

FIG. 8

Double Insulation

AN IMPORTANT CONSUMER FEATURE

Your toot is double insulated to give you added safety. This means that it is constructed throughout with two separate "layers" of electrical insulation or one double thickness of

insulation between you and the tool's electrical system. Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, the extension cord used with your toot can be plugged into any conventional 120 volt electrical outlet without concern for maintaining a ground connection.

NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this toot. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within the toot. CAUTION: When servicing double insulated tools, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT

PARTS. Replace or repair damaged cords.

Polarized Plug

This product is supplied with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other ). This plug wilt fit into a polarized outlet (receptacle) only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into your outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper polarized outlet. Do not modify or change this plug in any way.

Extension Cords

Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in toss of power and overheating. The table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere

rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150 240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

Ampere Rating

More Not more Than Than 0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12 10 12 16 16 14 12

12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

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

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

American Wire Gauge

Assembly Instructions

Layout sections as shown. (See illustration) Hold middle section at printing while assembling each end.

Push sections together firmly.

Install screws and nuts. Screws cannot be tightened if parts are assembled incorrectly.

How To Use Your Black & Decker Yard Trimmer

CLIP-TO-LOCK CORD RETAINER: (UNPLUG EXTENSION CORD AT TRIMMER)

An extension cord retainer is built into the switch handle that prevents the extension cord from

pulling out of the handle. To use the retainer, double the extension cord, as shown in Figure 1,

about a foot from the female end. Depress the retainer latch, shown in the figure, and insert the cord as far as it wilt go. Holding the cord in place, release the retainer latch and the cord will be securely held. To remove the cord, depress the retainer latch and pull the cord out.

Trimming Technique and Performance Notes

Proper trimming technique is essential to obtain the maximum in performance and handling ease.

CAUTION: Inspect area to be trimmed for any wire, cord, or string-like matter which could

become entangled in the rotating line or spool. Be particularly careful to avoid any wire which

might be bent outwardly into the path of the toot, such as barbs at the base of a chain link fence. Tilt trimmer at a slight angle from the ground (Figure 2).

Lower to grass or weeds you intend to cut. (If they are over 20cm (8 in.) high, start cutting at top.)

Slowly swing unit into and out of area being cut, holding the unit off the ground at desired cutting height.

IMPORTANT i for the best cutting action against walls, fences and in high grass, move trimmer slowly so grass is cut WITH THE TIP of the high speed nylon line.

1. Avoid running trimmer with hub in contact with ground.

2. Trim only when grass and weeds are dry.

3. The life of your nylon line is dependent upon following the above trimming techniques, as

well as what is being cut, and where the cutting is being done.

EXAMPLE: Line wilt wear faster when run against a foundation wall as compared to trimming around a tree. Some line breakage will occur from feeding unit too fast, from entanglement with foreign matter, from normal line fatigue, and from attempting to cut thick, stalky weeds in excess of unit's capability.

NOTE: As the weather becomes cooler, the tendency for the nylon line to break becomes greater.

DO NOT USE UNIT WHEN TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 50° F

4. For best performance, as the line wears, lengthen as indicated in Line Feeding Procedure.

5. Periodically unplug extension cord at trimmer and remove the accumulation of grass

or cutting debris from the inside of the bump cap shroud as shown in Figure 3.

Line Feeding Procedure

In order to feed a length of cutting line, strike the bump cap on the lawn while the trimmer is running. This wilt automatically feed a new length of line and trim it to the correct length. A firm

but gentle motion should be used to strike the bump cap. The unit should be angled slightly forward to prevent the guard from contacting the ground. This process may be repeated as often as necessary. If unit fails to feed, unplug extension cord at trimmer and clean out the

bump cap (See Figure 3).

Spool Replacement and Recovery of Line Broken Off

Inside Spool

1. Unplug extension cord at trimmer.

2. Remove the bump cap by pulling up while depressing the two release tabs on the sides of

the hub at the points shown in Figure 4.

NOTE: It may be necessary to pull up on the cap while depressing the release tabs one

side at a time.

NOTE: The cutting line is quite springy and can be awkward to handle.

3. Remove any broken cutting line, wrap the remaining line tight and reinsert spool into hub as

follows.

a.Wind the line tight enough so that it is all below the edges of the flanges on the spool. If it

extends past the flanges, it won't fit into the hub.

b.Place the loose end of the cutting line through the gap in the spool flange as shown in

Figure 6. (Either gap wilt do but try to leave yourself about 3 or 4 inches of line to work

with as shown in the figure 5)

c. Holding the line in the gap, insert the end through the eyelet in the hub and slip the spool

into the hub, as shown in Figure 6. Make sure the spring is still in place in the hub. If the spool does not slip into the hub easily, press gently and pull straight out on the cutting line that protrudes through the eyelet.

4. Once the spool drops into the hub, align the release tabs on the shroud with the slots in

the hub and press the shroud into place. Be sure that both release tabs snap into place.

5. To replace the line on a spool, follow the steps below

a.Locate, on the empty spool, one of the two small holes shown in Figure 7. b.Insert the end of the line no more than 1/8 in. into the hole and begin winding the line

around the spool. Be sure to wind the line in the direction of the arrow in Figure 8.

c. Perform steps 4 and 5.

Maintenance- Unplug Extension Cord at Trimmer

MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE

1. Keep the air intake slots clean to avoid overheating which will damage trimmer. For this cleaning, use a dry brush or cloth to remove grass, sap or other debris.

2. Plastic parts may be cleaned by using a mild soap and a rag dampened with hot water. Avoid all other types of detergents, cleaners or solvents which might contain chemicals that

could seriously damage the plastic. Do not spray the trimmer with water.

3. Self lubricating bearings are used in the toot and periodic relubrication is not required.

However, it is recommended that after two or three seasons of use, you take or send the

trimmer to a Black & Decker service center or authorized service station (see TOOLS,

ELECTRIC in yellow pages) for a thorough cleaning, inspection and relubrication. If the tool is being used professionally, the above should be accomplished after each trimming season.

4. If trimmer fails to operate, disconnect extension cord from power source first, then from trimmer. Make sure extension cord is undamaged and that house fuses are not blown or

circuit breakers tripped. Iftrimmer still fails to operate, take or send it to your local B&D service center or authorized service station for repair. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.

IMPORTANT

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment

(including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by Black & Decker

service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using Black & Decker

replacement parts. When servicing use ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

Accessories

Replacement line and safety spectacles are available from your local dealer, or a Black & Decker service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Consumer Service Department, 626 Hanover Pike, P.O. Box 618, Hampstead, MD 21074-0618. Recommended accessories for your trimmer are shown in this manual. The use of any other accessory or attachment might be hazardous. Cat. No. RS-136, (82-136-02) Replacement Spool with 20 feet of Nylon Line. Cat. No. BL-065, (82-602) Hank of bulk .065 in. dia. Nylon Line (50 feet) Cat. No. 82-611 One pound .065 in. dia. Nylon Line. CAUTION: Use only recommended accessories with your yard trimmer. The use of any other attachment or accessory might be hazardous. Use only specially treated .065 in. diameter Black & Decker monofilament nylon line with your yard trimmer.

Problem

• Unit wilt not start.

For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Possible Cause

• Cord not plugged in.

• Circuit fuse is blown.

• Circuit breaker is tripped.

• Cord or switch is

damaged.

Possible Solution

• Plug toot into a working outlet.

• Replace circuit fuse. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to

blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at a Black & Decker

service center or authorized servicer.)

• Reset circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit breaker to

trip, discontinue use immediately and

have it serviced at a Black & Decker

service center or authorized servicer.)

• Have cord or switch replaced at Black & Decker Service Center or Authorized

Servicer

NOTE: Always include date code numbers on all correspondence. This 4 or 5 digit number is

printed on the nameplate label located on the motor housing. 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. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "TootsiElectric '' 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 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 policyfor 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: If your 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 in the

packaging, call the local company or see the website for warranty information.

Imported by See 'Tools-Electric'

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., - Yellow Pages -

701 E. Joppa Rd. for Service & Sales

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

MODED'EMPLOI

N° de catalogue : ST1000

Merci d'avoir choisi Black & Decker!

Consulter le site Web

www.Blackand Decker.com/NewOwner

pour enregistrer votre nouveau produit.

h. LIRE AVANT DE RETOURNER CE PRODUlT

POUR QUELQUE RAISON QUE CE SOIT :

SidesquestionsoudesproblemessurgissentapresI'achatd'unproduitBlack&Decker,

consulterlesiteWeb

HTTP://WWW.BLACKANDDECKER.C0M/INSTANTANSWERS

pourobtenirdesr@onsesinstantanement24heuresparjour.

Silar@onseestintrouvableouenI'absenced'acces&Internet,composerle

1-800-544-6986de8ha17hHNE,dulundiauvendredi,pourparleravecunagent.

P@red'avoirlenumerodecataloguesouslamainIorsdeI'appel.

AVERTISSEMENT : Afin de reduire les risquesd'incendie, de secousses

electriques ou de blessures Iorsqu'on utilise des outils electriques, il faut toujours respecter les mesures de securit6 suivantes.

AVERTISSEMENT : Le produit genere de la poussiere qui peut ren-

fermer des produits chimiques. Selon l'etat de la Californie, ces produits chimiques peuvent causer le cancer ainsi que des malformations congenitates, et its presentent d'autres dan- gers au systeme reproductif humain. Voici des exemptes de tels produits chimiques :

Afin de minimiser tes risques, porter de I'equipement de securit6 approuve comme des

masques antipoussieres specialement congu pour filtrer les particutes microscopiques.

AVERTISSEMENT : Le produit renferme des produits chimiques, dont

du plomb. Selon t'etat de ta Catifornie, ce produit chimique peut causer le cancer ainsi que des malformations congenitales, et il presente d'autres dangers au systeme reproductif

humain. Se laver les mains apres I'utilisation.

/_ MISE EN GARDE : Porter un dispositif approprie de protection de I'oufe lors de l'utilisa-

tion du produit. Dans certaines conditions et durees d'utilisation, le produit peut emettre un

niveau de bruit provoquant la perte de I'ouie.

1. Toujours porter des LUNETTES DE SleCURITle. Les porter tant et aussi Iongtemps que I'appareil est branch&

2. Ne pas utiliser I'outil sans le PROTECTEUR en place.

3. €:loigner en tout temps le visage, les mains et les pieds du FIL DE NYLON qui tourne. Ne pas le regler a une Iongueur depassant celle qui est specifi6e dans le present guide. Porter des pantalons afin de se proteger les jambes.

4. leLOIGNER LES SPECTATEURS, surtout les enfants.

5. leVITER LES DEMARRAGES ACClDENTELS. Ne pas laisser le doigt sur I'interrupteur

Iorsqu'on transporte un outil branch&

6. NE JAMAIS FORCER L'OUTIL. Afin d'obtenir un rendement sQr et efficace, utiliser I'outil b. son rendement nominal.

7. UTILISER L'OUTIL APPROPRIle. Se servir de I'outil selon I'usage prevu.

8. NE PAS DlePASSER SA PORTleE. Toujours demeurer dans une position stable et garder son equilibre.

9. AVERTISSEMENT : Afin d'eviter les risques de secousses electriques, utiliser I'outil seulement avec un cordon de rallonge congu pour I'exterieur. Toujours brancher le cordon de rallonge sur une ligne pourvue de fusibles ou proteg6e par un disjoncteur.

10.NE PAS MANIPULER LE CORDON DE FA(_ONABUSIVE. Ne pas tirer sur le cordon pour le debrancher de la prise. Tenir le cordon loin des sources de chaleur, des flaques d'huile et

des ar6tes tranchantes.

11.Afin d'eviter le debranchement accidentel du CORDON DE RALLONGE pendant I'utilisation, se servir du dispositif de retenue du cordon de la fagon decrite dans le present guide.

12.POUR leVITER D'ENDOMMAGER L'OUTIL, I'arr6ter immediatement Iorsqu'il frappe un objet ou qu'il s'enchev6tre dans un corps etranger. Debrancher I'outil, verifier s'il est endommage et le faire reparer avant de s'en servir de nouveau. Ne pas s'en servir Iorsque la bobine ou le moyeu sont endommages.

13.POUR EVITER D'ENDOMMAGER LE CORDON, I'eloigner du fil qui toume. En cas de dom- mage, debrancher le cordon de la prise avant de deplacer I'outil ou d'examiner I'etendue des dommages. Remplacer le cordon endommag&

14.DEBRANCHER L'OUTIL Iorsqu'il ne sert pas et avant de remplacer la bobine ou de nettoyer

le moyeu.

15.PORTER DES VI_TEMENTS APPROPRIleS. Ne jamais utiliser I'outil Iorsqu'on est pieds nus ou que I'on porte des sandales. Toujours porter des chaussures fermees. IIest recommande de porter des gants de caoutchouc et des chaussures b.semelle antiderapante pour travai]ler

I'exterieur.

16.EVITER LES MILIEUX DE TRAVAIL DANGEREUX. Ne pas utiliser I'outil dans des endroits

• les composes d'engrais;

• les composes d'insecticides, d'herbicides et de pesticides;

• I'arsenic et le chrome provenant de bois traite.

LIRE TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES.

+ 3 hidden pages