IHSTRUCTIOH M ANUAL
Date Code
Catalog
Number NSl18,
NS118G,
NS118L
• 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.
• USE 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 GFCt protection and may be used for this measure
of safety.
CAUTION:
EXPOSURE
TO PETROLEUM
BASED PRODUCTS.
'"WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electrical
shock; do not expose to rain,
do not use on wet surfaces.
Store indoors.
BEFORE RETURNING
THIS PRODUCT
FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL
1-800-544-6986
BEFOREYOU CALL,HAVE THE CATALOGNo. AND DATECODE AVAILABLE.IN MOST CASES,A
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KEY
INFORMATION
YOU
SHOULD
KNOW:
• Before
operating,
make
sure
that the blower
tube
assembly
is locked
in place.
• Charge
battery
for 9 hours
before
attempting
to use your
sweeper.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Cat. No. N8118, NS118G, NS118L
Form No. 90509966-01
NOV. '07
Copyright © 2007 Black & Decker
Printed in China
±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.
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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.
WAR N
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
,_asks 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.
READ
AND
UNDERSTAND
ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE
USING.
z GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
• READ 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 available at extra cost at
your local Black & Decker Service Center or authorized service facility.
• 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.
• 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. To assure 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.
Don't 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.
FIRST AID MEASURES
FOR GEL COMPONENTS
(NS118G ONLY)
If gel within the comfort
grip becomes
exposed
and results in skin contact wash with soap
and water; for eye contact,
flush with flowing water. If swallowed,
seek medical
attention.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) available
from 1-800-544-6986
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
The label on your unit may include the following symbols•
V .............. volts
Hz ............ hertz
min ............ minutes
....
.......... direct current
[] .............. Class II Construction
............ safety alert symbol
A ................ amperes
W................ watts
"_ .............. altemating
current
no .............. no load speed
G
............ earthing
terminal
•./min .......... revolutions
or reciprocations
per minute
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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
Ax
WAR
""NI "'N _,_:
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. without
battery
cap. 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 like.
The US Department
of Transportation
Hazardous
Material
Regulations
(HMR) actually
prohibit transporting
batteries
in commerce
or on airplanes
(i.e. packed
in suitcases
and
carryon
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."
zLSAFETYWARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGING
THE BATTERY
1. This manual contains
important
safety and operating
instructions.
2.
Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary
markings
on (1) bat-
tery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
3.
_ CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury, charge only Black & Decker Power Packs.
Other types of batteries
may burst causing
personal
injury and damage.
4.
Do not expose
charger to rain or snow.
5.
Use of an attachment
not recommended
or sold by Black & Decker may result in a risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
6. To reduce risk of damage
to electric
plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when
disconnecting
charger.
7.
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise
subjected
to damage
or stress.
8. An extension
cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary.
Use of improper
extension
cord could result in a risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
a. Two-wire
cords can be used with 2-wire or 3-wire extension
cords. Only round
jacketed
extension
cords should be used, and we recommend
that they be listed by
Underwriters
Laboratories
(U.L.). tf the extension
is to be used outside,
the cord
must be suitable for outdoor
use. Any cord marked
for outdoor use can also be
used for indoor work. The letters "W" or "WA" on the cord jacket
indicate that the
cord is suitable for outdoor
use.
b. An extension
cord must have adequate
wire size (AWG or American
Wire Gauge)
for safety, and to prevent
loss of power and overheating.
The smaller
the gauge
number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable; that is, 16 gauge has more
capacity
than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension
to make up the total
length, be sure each extension
contains
at least the minimum
wire size.