Black & Decker CMM1200 instruction manual Instructions for ALL Tools, Store Idle Mower Indoors

3.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

4.Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Allow mower to cool before storing.

5.If you strike a foreign object, release bail handle to turn mower off, wait for the blade to stop and remove the safety key and then inspect the mower. Repair, any damage, before starting and operating the mower.

6.Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor running or while the safety key is in the mower.

7.Always remove safety key before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, inspecting, transporting, storingor leaving the mower.

8.Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and when necessary replace with Black & Decker recommended parts only.

9.Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

10.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

•	WARNING: GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
	THIS TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Follow all warnings and Safety
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
	Instructions in this manual. The operator is responsible for following
	warnings and instructions in this manual and on unit. Restrict use of
	this mower to persons who read, understand and follow warnings and
•	instructions in this manual and on unit.
	STORE IDLE MOWER INDOORS.						Always store with safety key
	removed. Mowers should be stored indoors in dry, secured area – out
•	of reach of children.
	DON’T FORCE MOWER. It will do the job better and with less
•	likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
	USE RIGHT APPLIANCE. Do not use the mower for any job except
•	that for which it is intended.
	DRESS PROPERLY.Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can
	be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves, long pants and substantial,
•	non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
	safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, complying with
	USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT.Use
	applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face shield. Also use
	face or dust mask if operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the
	work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, safety
	shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required. Safety
	glasses or the like are available at extra cost at your local dealer or
•	Black & Decker Service Center.
	DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry charger by cord or yank it to
	disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
•	edges.
	MAINTAIN MOWER WITH CARE. Keep cutting edge clean and sharp
	for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions
	for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect mower cord
	periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by authorized service
•	facility. Keephandles dry,clean,and freefromoil and grease.
	AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Donʼt carry mower with safety
	key inserted in switch housing. Be sure bail handle is not engaged while
•	inserting safety key.
	BEFORE USING, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade
	fasteners and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
	worn or damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve balance.
	Inspect the mower cord - ensure it is in good condition. Cord insulation
	must be intact with no cracks or deterioration.
• USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
	Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always
	use the proper size extension cords with the tool – that is, proper wire
	size for various lengths of cord and heavy enough to carry the current
	the tool will draw. Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in line
	voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size
	cords see chart below.
		Volts			Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
					0-25	Total Length of Cord in Feet
		120V				26-50	51-100	101-150
		240V			(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m)(15,2-30,4m)(30,4-45,7m)
					0-50	51-100	101-200 201-300
		Ampere Rating(0-15,2m)(15,2-30,4m)(30,4-60,9m)(60,9-91,4m)
		More		Not more		American Wire Gauge
		Than	-	Than	18	16	16	14
		0		6
		6	-	10	18	16	14	12
		10	-	12	16	16	14	12
		12	-	16	14	12	Not Recommended		3

•	CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the mower, 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 conditions that may
	affect their 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.
	REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and any
	adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by
	Black & Decker authorized service centers or other qualified service
	organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
	NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
	limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
	These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
	harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
	generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
	installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
	harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
	guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
	this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
	reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
	on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
	more of the following measures:
	. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
	. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
	. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
	which the receiver is connected.
	. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
	Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
	party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
	operate the equipment. This Class B digital apparatus complies with
	Canadian ICES-003.
•	SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
	ALWAYS firmly grip handle with both hands when operating mower.
	DANGER: ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR MOWERS
• NEVER wear radio or music headphones while operating mower.
•	CONTAIN long hair.
•	NEVER attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while the motor is
•	running or while the safety key is in the switch housing.
	IF MOWER stalls, release bail handle to turn mower off, wait for blade
	to stop and remove the safety key, before attempting to unclog the
•	chute or remove anything from under the deck.
	KEEP HANDS and feet away from cutting area.
•	KEEP BLADES sharp. Always use protective gloves when handling
•	the mower blade.
	IF YOU are using a grass catcher, check it frequently for wear and
	deterioration. If excessively worn, replace with new bag for your
•	safety.
	USE EXTREME CAUTION whe n rev ers ing or pulling mower
	tow ard you.

Some dust created by this product contains chemicalsWARNING: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.