BLACK+DECKER LST220 (01) PDF Document

• The guard must be installed before trimming or edging – if not, the motor will overheat.

• When replacing the line, use only .065 inch diameter ROUND line (B+D Model #AF-100 is recommended) – otherwise the trimmer will not function properly.

• Do not bump the feed head against the ground – it will disrupt the automatic feed mechanism.

• 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.

To reduce the risk of injury:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this appliance reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained in this manual.

• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION: Wear safety glasses or goggles at all times when the battery pack is installed.

• GUARD: Do not use this trimmer without the guard attached.

• DRESS PROPERLY: Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and substantial rubber-soled footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Don’t operate the trimmer when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear heavy long pants to protect your legs. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• NYLON LINE: Keep all body parts, including face, hands, and feet clear of the rotating nylon line at all times.

• THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION: Use care when trimming around screens and desirable plants.

• KEEP ALL BYSTANDERS AWAY: at a safe distance from the work area, especially children.

• IMPORTANT EDGER WARNING: When being used as an Edger, stones, pieces of metal, and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line. The trimmer and guard are designed to reduce the danger. However, MAKE SURE that other persons and pets are at least 100 feet (30m) away.

• To reduce the risk of rebound (ricochet) injury, work going away from any nearby solid object such as a wall, steps, large stone, tree, etc.

The label on your trimmer may include the following symbols and their definitions:

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

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging designated BLACK+DECKER rechargeable batteries.

• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.

• Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting the charger.

• Make sure 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. An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety.

• Do not place any object on top of the charger or on a soft surface that might block ventilation slots. Place the charger away from any heat source.

• Do not mount the charger on a wall or permanently affix it to any surface.

• Do not operate a charger with a damaged cord or plug.

• Do not operate a charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged.

• Do not disassemble the charger.

• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before cleaning.

• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power (120 Volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage.

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

• Do not charge or use the battery in explosive atmospheres.

• If battery contents contact the skin, wash the area with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse with water for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases.

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air and seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

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

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

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack where temperatures may reach or exceed 105°F (40°C).

• Never attempt to open the battery pack. Do not use a cracked or damaged battery pack.

• Do not store or carry the battery where metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.

Storage Recommendations:

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

2. Long-term storage will not harm the battery pack or charger as long as the battery is not depleted.

This product can accept any of the batteries and chargers listed in the chart below.

The standard charger will charge a fully depleted battery in about 4 hours.

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.

Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible after use, or battery life may be greatly diminished.

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between 60°F and 80°F (16°- 27°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C).

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the touch while charging. This is normal. To facilitate cooling, avoid placing them in a warm environment like a metal shed or uninsulated trailer after use.

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly: a. Check current at the receptacle by plugging in a lamp. b. Check if the receptacle is connected to a light switch. c. Move the charger and battery to a location with an air temperature of approximately 60°F – 80°F (16° – 27°C). d. If problems persist, take the tool, battery pack, and charger to a local service center.

4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions.

5. Keep foreign materials (steel wool, aluminum foil, etc.) away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger when there is no battery pack in the cavity.

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

WARNING: Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to prevent switch actuation before removing or installing the battery.

TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK: Insert the battery pack into the tool until it is fully seated and an audible click is heard.

TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK: Depress the battery release button in the back of the battery pack and pull the battery pack out of the tool.

WARNING: REMOVE THE BATTERY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ATTACH THE GUARD. NEVER OPERATE THE TOOL WITHOUT THE GUARD FIRMLY IN PLACE.

1. Turn the trimmer upside down so you are looking down at the spool cap.

2. Turn the guard upside down and slide it onto the motor housing. Make sure the tabs on the guard engage the ribs on the motor housing.

3. Continue to slide the guard on until you hear it “snap” into place.

4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, insert the guard screw to complete the guard assembly.

5. Once the guard is installed, remove the covering from the line cut-off blade, located on the edge of the guard.

1. To attach the handle, press in on the buttons on both sides of the upper housing.

2. Position the handle as shown (with the BLACK+DECKER logo facing upward). Partially push the handle on so that it will hold the buttons in when you release them.

3. Push the handle completely onto the housing and position it slightly until it “snaps” into place.

4. To adjust the handle up or down, press in on the adjustment button and raise or lower the handle.

5. The handle should be adjusted so that your front arm is straight when the trimmer is in the working position.

1. The overall height of the trimmer can be adjusted by loosening the collar and rotating it.

2. Move the upper housing straight up or down.

3. When the desired height is achieved, tighten the collar by rotating it in the opposite direction.

1. To switch the trimmer on, push the lock-off button from either side and then squeeze the trigger switch.

2. To switch the tool off, release the trigger switch.

3. With the unit on, angle the unit and slowly swing the trimmer from side to side at a 5°-10° angle.

CAUTION: Inspect the area to be trimmed and remove any wire, cord, or string-like objects which could become entangled in the rotating line or spool.

1. To operate as a maintenance edger, turn the collar.

2. Hold the metal shaft and rotate the lower housing 180°.

3. Turn the collar until tight.

4. If desired, pull the wire edge guide out from the motor housing until it clicks into the locked position and position the trimmer above the surface.

5. To return to the trimming position, loosen the collar and rotate the lower housing back 180°, then tighten the collar.

CAUTION: The wire edge guide should only be used in the edging mode. Keep the wire edge guide in the retracted position when in trimming mode.

Your BLACK+DECKER LST220 trimmer uses .065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter, ROUND nylon line. During use, the tips of the nylon lines will become frayed and worn, and the special self-feeding spool will automatically feed and trim a fresh length of line. DO NOT BUMP the unit on the ground in an attempt to feed the line. Cutting line will wear faster and require more feeding if the cutting or edging is done along sidewalks or other abrasive surfaces, or if heavier weeds are being cut.

1. Remove the battery from the tool.

2. Depress the tabs and remove the spool cap from the spool housing in the trimmer head.

3. For best results, replace the spool with BLACK+DECKER model # AF-100.

4. Grasp the empty spool with one hand and the spool housing with the other hand and pull the spool out.

5. If the lever in the base of the housing becomes dislodged, replace it in the correct position before inserting the new spool.

6. Remove any dirt and grass from the spool and housing.

7. Unfasten the end of the cutting line and guide the line into the eyelet.

8. Take the new spool and push it onto the boss in the housing. Rotate the spool slightly until it is seated. The line should protrude approximately 5-3/8 inches (136mm) from the housing.

9. Align the tabs on the spool cap with the slots in the housing.

10. Push the cap onto the housing until it snaps securely into place.

CAUTION: To avoid tool damage, if the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade, cut it off so that it just reaches the blade.

Use only .065 in. round diameter line. Hand-wound spools from bulk line are likely to become tangled more frequently than factory-wound spools.

1. Remove the battery from the tool.

2. Remove the empty spool from the tool as described in “REPLACING THE SPOOL”.

3. Remove any remaining cutting line from the spool.

4. Make a fold at the end of the cutting line at about 3/4 inch (19mm). Feed the cutting line into one of the line anchoring slots.

5. Insert the 3/4 inch (19mm) end of the bulk line into the hole in the spool adjacent to the slot.

6. Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the direction of the arrow on the spool. Wind the line on neatly and in layers. Do not crisscross.

7. When the wound cutting line reaches the recesses, cut the line.

8. Fit the spool onto the tool as described in “REPLACING THE SPOOL”.

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, remove the battery from the tool before performing any maintenance.

1. Keep the air intake slots clean to avoid overheating.

2. Your trimmer line can dry out over time. To keep your line in top condition, store spare pre-wound spools or bulk line in a plastic, sealable bag with a tablespoon of water.

3. Plastic parts may be cleaned by using a mild soap and a damp rag.

4. The line cutter on the edge of the guard can dull over time. It is recommended you periodically touch up the sharpness of the blade with a file.

• Remove the battery from the tool.

• Check that the spool housing can rotate freely. Carefully clean it if necessary.

• Check that the cutting line does not protrude more than approximately 5-3/8 inches (136mm) from the spool. If it does, cut it off so that it just reaches the line trimming blade.

• Remove the battery from the tool.

• Remove the spool cap.

• Pull the cutting line until it protrudes approximately 5-3/8 inches (136mm) from the spool. If insufficient cutting line is left on the spool, install a new spool of cutting line.

• Ensure that the line is not crisscrossed on the spool. If it is, unwind the cutting line, then wind it back on the spool neatly so that the lines do not cross.

• Push the spool onto the housing until it snaps securely into place.

• Align the tabs on the spool cap with the cutouts in the housing.

• If the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade, cut it off so that it just reaches the blade.

If the automatic line feed still does not work or the spool is jammed, try the following suggestions:

• Carefully clean the spool and housing.

• Remove the spool and check if the lever in the spool housing can move freely.

• Remove the spool and unwind the cutting line, then wind it on neatly again. Replace the spool into the housing.