Black & Decker NS118 instruction manual WARNING Important Safety Warnings and Instructions, June

CORDLESS BROOM INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Date Code	Catalog Numbers NS118,
	NS118L

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•Before operating, makeKEYsureINFORMATIONthat the blowerYOU SHOULDtube assemblyKNOW: is locked in place.

•Charge battery for 9 hours before attempting to use your sweeper.SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

•	DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
•	MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE. Keep unit clean for best and safest performance. Follow
•	instructions for proper maintenance.
	DO NOT attempt to repair the sweeper. Toassure product safety and reliability, repairs,
	maintenance, and adjustments should be performed by Black & Decker service centers or
•	authorized service centers, always using Black & Decker replacement parts.
	DO NOT operate sweeper in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these units
•	normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
	AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Do not use electric units in
•	damp or wet locations. Donʼt use the unit in the rain.
	STAY ALERT - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate unit when
•	you are tired.
	USE THE RIGHT UNIT – Do not use this unit for any job except that for which it is intended.
•	USE EXTRA CARE when cleaning on stairs.
•	DO NOT allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
•	children. Not recommended for use by children.
	DO NOT attempt to clear clogs from unit without first removing battery.
•	USE ONLY as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
•	DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of
•	dust, lint, hair and everything that may reduce air flow.
	KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving
•	parts.
	DO NOT immerse any part of the unit in liquid.
•	DO NOT handle plug or unit with wet hands.
•	KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY from the work area a minimum
•	of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating the unit.
	INSPECT THE AREA before using the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as
	rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage
•	during operation.
	US	ONLY charger supplied by the manufacture to recharge.
•	EXERCISE CARE in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting
	materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and
•	cause burns.
	DO NOT OPEN OR MUTILATE the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
•	cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
	GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection should be provided on the
	circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the hedge trimmer. Receptacles are available having
	built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
	WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock; do not expose to rain,
	do not use on wet surfaces. Store indoors.
		SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
The label on your unit may include the following symbols.
	V	volts	A		amperes
	Hz	hertz	W		watts
	min	minutes	no		alternating current
	..........	direct current			no load speed
	..............	Class II Construction		............	earthing terminal
	............	safety alert symbol	............/min		revolutions or reciprocations per minute

Cat. No. NS118, NS118L	Form No. 90577150	June 2011
Copyright © 2011 Black & Decker		Printed in China

SAFETYIt is importantGUIDELINESfor you to read-andDEFINITIONSunderstand 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.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in deathDANGER:or serious injury.

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

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minorCAUTION:or moderate injury.

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

WARNING: Important Safety Warnings and Instructions

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this unit 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.

• Do not point unit discharge at self or bystanders.

• Keep long hair and loose clothing away from openings and moving parts. WARNING: When using an electric tool, 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 theexamplesState ofofCaliforniathese chemicalsto causeare:cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some

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• 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.

	READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
	GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
•	RE D and follow all instructions.
• A BATTERY OPERATED UNIT with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be
	recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for
	one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
• USE BATTERY OPERATED UNIT ONLY with specifically designated battery pack. Use of
•	any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
	AVOID accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting
	battery pack. Carrying units with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into
	a unit with the switch on invites accidents.
• DO NOT use unit if switch does not turn it on or off. A unit that cannot be controlled with the
•	switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
	DISCONNECT battery pack from unit or place the switch in the locked or off position
	before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the unit. Such
•	preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the unit accidentally.
	ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION – Wear safety glasses or goggles at all times when
	this unit is in use. Also use face or dust mask. Safety glasses are availableat extracostat
•	your localBlack& DeckerServiceCenteror authorizedservicefacility.
	DO NOT place outlet of sweeper near eyes or ears when operating.
•	STORE IDLE UNITS. When not in use, the unit should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up
	place - out of reach of children.

BATTERY CAP INFORMATION Battery storage and carrying caps are provided for use whenever the battery is out of the unit or charger. Remove cap before placing battery in charger or unit.

Battery Cap

WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.

Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the

The US Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibitlike. transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit.

	SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGING
1.	This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
2.	Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
3.	charger, (2) battery pack, and (3) product using battery pack.
	CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only Black & Decker Battery Packs.
4.	Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
	Do not expose charger to rain or snow.