Working Position - Black+Decker BEHTS551 Manual De Instrucciones

Switching on (fig. B)
To turn the tool "ON", press the lock off button (4) in the
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switch handle (6) to the left or right and squeeze the trig-
ger switch (5). Depress the safety switch in the Bail handle
(3a) as shown in figure B.
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.
Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the ON position.
Rotating the Rear Handle (Fig. C)
The rear handle has the capability of rotating 180°. There are
optional stops at 0°, 45° and 90° which are ideal for side cuts
and rounded or irregular shaped shrubs.
To rotate the rear handle, press in on the rotate button (9)
and turn in the desired direction as shown in Figure C.
Correct hand position (Fig. D)
Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the illustrations in this
manual, with one hand on the switch handle and one hand
on the bail handle (Fig. D). Never hold the unit by the blade
guard.
Guidelines for trimming
Extension cord (fig. E)
Always keep extension cord behind trimmer and away
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from the trimming operation as shown in figure E. 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.

Working position

Maintain proper footing and balance and do not over-
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reach.
Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear and rubber gloves
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when trimming.
Hold the tool firmly in both hands and turn the tool ON.
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Always hold the trimmer, as shown in Fig. D, with one
hand on the switch handle and one hand on the auxiliary
handle. Never hold the tool by the blade guard.
Trimming new growth (fig. F)
A wide, sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeth through
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the twigs is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the
blade, in the direction of motion gives the best cutting.
Warning! Do not use trimmer for cutting stems greater than
16 mm. Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery
found around houses and buildings.
(Original instructions)
Level hedges (fig. G)
To obtain exceptionally level hedges, a piece of string can
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be stretched along the length of the hedge as a guide.
Side trimming hedges (fig.H)
Begin at the bottom and sweep up.
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Sawblade (fig. I)
For branches too large for the blade (1) to cut, use the
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sawblade (8) . Position the sawblade as close to the bot-
tom of the branch as possible. Place the sawblade shoe
(8a) against the branch. Turn the hedge trimmer on as
described above, allowing the tool to work at its own pace
until the branch is fully cut.
The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened steel
and with normal usage, they will not require resharpening.
However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence (Fig. J), stones,
glass or other hard objects, you may put a nick in the blade.
There is no need to remove this nick as long as it does not in-
terfere with the movement of the blade. If it does interfere, un-
plug the cord and use a fine toothed file or sharpening stone
to remove the nick. If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it
for damage. If the blade is bent, housing cracked, or handles
broken or if you see any other condition that may affect the
trimmer's operation contact your local BLACK+DECKER
Service Center for repairs before putting it back into use.
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which
greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do not store the
unit on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
Blade Lubrication (Fig. K)
After use, disconnect the power source.
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Carefully apply a resin solvent to the exposed blades.
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Connect the power source and turn the trimmer vertical
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with the blades toward the ground and run the trimmer
for a few seconds to fully disperse the lubrication.
Keeping your hands away from the blade, slide the
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sheath (10) over the blade until it snaps into place as
shown in Figure K.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
BLACK+DECKER accessories are engineered to high quality
standards and designed to enhance the performance of your
tool. By using these accessories you will get the very best
from your tool.
Maintenance
Your BLACK+DECKER corded/cordless appliance/tool has
been designed to operate over a long period of time with a
minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
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