Black & Decker HT22, HT20, HT18 Operating Instructions, Trimming Instructions, Trimming New Growth

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN THE TOOL ON
To turn the tool “ON”, slide the lock off button, shown in figure E,
backward and, squeeze the trigger	E	4
switch. Once the unit is running, you
may release the lock off button.
In order to keep the unit running you
must continue to squeeze the
trigger. To turn the tool “OFF”,
release the trigger.	5
TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS
1. (FigureEXTENSIONF) AlwaysCORDkeep–	F
extension cord behind trimmer
and away from the trimming
operation. Never drape it over a
hedge being trimmed. If you cut
or damage the cord, unplug it at
the electrical outlet immediately,
before inspecting or repairing
cord.

2. WORKING POSITION – Maintain proper footing and balance
and do not overreach. Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear
and rubber gloves when trimming. Hold the tool firmly in both
hands and turn the tool ON. Always hold the trimmer, as shown
in figure F, with one hand on the switch handle and one hand
on the bail handle. Never hold the tool by the blade guard.
3. TRIMMING NEW GROWTH -	G
(Figure G) – A wide, sweeping
motion, feeding the blade teeth
through the twigs is most effective.	0-15
A slight downward tilt of the blade,
in the direction of motion gives the
best cutting.
CAUTION: Do not use model HT18 trimmer for cutting stems
greater than 5/8 in. (16mm). Do not use models HT20, HT22
trimmers for cutting stems greater than 3/4 in. (19mm). Use the
trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery found around houses and
buildings.
4. LEVEL HEDGES (Figure H) – To	H
obtain exceptionally level hedges, a
piece of string can be stretched
along the length of the hedge as a
guide.

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