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Cordless 12 Volt Trimmer

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CST1100, CST1200

Date Code:

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•KEEP CHILDREN AWAY – All visitors should be kept at safe distance from work area.

•IMPORTANT WARNING – When being used stones, pieces of metal and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line. The tool and guard are designed to reduce the danger. However, the following special precautions should be taken:

WARNING: Make sure that other persons and pets are at least 100 ft. (30.5m) away.

WARNING: 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. Use great care when working close to solid objects, and, where necessary, do trimming by hand.

•AVOID ACCIDENTALLY STARTING – Donʼt carry appliance with finger on trigger.

•DO NOT FORCE THE APPLIANCE – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

•USE THE RIGHT APPLIANCE – Do not use this appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.

•DONʼT OVERREACH – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

•DAMAGE TO APPLIANCE – If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop tool immediately, check for damage and have any damage repaired before further operation is attempted. Do not operate with a broken hub or spool.

•AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Do not use electric appliances in damp or wet locations. Donʼt use the appliance in the rain.

•DO NOT OPERATE trimmer/edgers in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these appliances normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

•STORE IDLE APPLIANCES INDOORS – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in a dry locked-up place out of reach of children.

•STAY ALERT– Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.

•MAINTAIN APPLIANCES WITH CARE – Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords

periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

•CHECK DAMAGED PARTS – Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.

•FOR HOUSEHOLD use only.

•KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER.

•KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

•DO NOT CHARGE APPLIANCE IN RAIN OR IN WET LOCATIONS.

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KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

•	Charge battery for a minimum of 24 hours before using your trimmer, using the
•	Black and Decker 12V charger 244374.
	The guard must be installed before trimming - if not, the motor will overheat, and
•	void your warranty.
	To operate the trimmer, the lock off button must first be pulled back, so the
	trigger can be activated.
• When replacing the line, use only 0.065 in. diameter ROUND line - otherwise
	the unit may not function properly.

1Guard Pare-main Protector

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Hub & Spool

Moyeu et bobine

Bobina y carrete

	Lock-off	Air Intake
	Dispositif de verrouillage
		Admission dʼair
D	Bloqueo
		Entrada de aire

Trigger

Détente

Disparador

Charger LED

DEL de chargement

LED de carga

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Charger	Charger Bracket
	Support à chargeur
Chargeur	Soporte para el cargador
Cargador

• For trouble free feeding and best results, only use Black & Decker replacement

spools with single 0.065 inch line. Black & Decker replacement spool model

number AF-100.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Cat No. CST1100, CST1200	Form No. 90563739	APRIL 2010
Copyright © 2010 Black & Decker		Printed in China

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.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, 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:

•compounds in fertilizers

•compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides

•arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

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.

CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

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TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

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

•Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS

•ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION – Wear safety glasses or goggles at all times when this appliance is in use. Safety glasses are available at extra cost at your local

Black & Decker Service Center or authorized service facility. Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

•GUARD – Do not use this appliance without guard properly 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. Donʼt operate the appliance when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear long pants to protect your legs. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

•NYLON LINE – Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating cutting line at all times.

•THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION – Use care when trimming around screens, fences and desirable plantings.

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Charging port and pin Orifice de chargement et tige

Puerto y punta de carga

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