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STRING TRIMMER
ST182320
Intended Use
Your BLACK+DECKER ST182320 trimmer has been designed for
trimming and finishing lawn edges and to cut grass in confined
spaces. This appliance is intended for consumer use only.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! When using mains‑powered appliances, basic
safety precautions, including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury
and material damage.
WARNING! When using the machine the safety rules must
be followed. For your own safety and bystanders please read
these instructions before operating the machine. Please keep the
instructions safe for later use.
• Read all of this manual carefully before operating the appliance.
• The intended use is described in this manual. The use of any
accessory or attachment or the performance of any operation with
this appliance other than those recommended in this instruction
manual may present a risk of personal injury.
• Retain this manual for future reference.
Using Your Appliance
• Always take care when using the appliance.
• Always use safety glasses or goggles.
• Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or
people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine, local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Never operate the machine while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
• Do not allow children or animals to come near the work area or
to touch the appliance.
• Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used
near children.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons
without supervision.
• This appliance is not to be used as a toy.
• Only use the appliance in daylight or good artificial light.
• Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to
become wet.
• Avoid using the appliance in bad weather conditions, especially
when there is a risk of lightning.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water.
• Do not open the body casing. There are not user‑serviceable
parts inside.
• Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
• The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit
provided with the appliance.
Residual Risks
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
cannot be avoided. These include:
• Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
• Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or accessories.
• Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool
for prolonged periods ensure you take regular breaks.
• Impairment of hearing.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when using your
tool (example: working with wood, especially oak, beech and MDF).
After Use
• When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry,
well‑ventilated place out of reach of children.
• Children should not have access to stored appliances.
• When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle it should
be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent movement following
sudden changes in speed or direction.
Inspection and Repairs
• Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts.
Check for breakage of parts and any other conditions that may
affect its operation.
• Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
• Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an
authorised repair agent.
• Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those
specified in this manual.
Safety of Others
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Vibration
The declared vibration emission values stated in the Technical
Data and the Declaration of conformity have been measured
in accordance with a standard test method provided by
EN50636 and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a
preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING! The vibration emission value during actual use
of the power tool can differ from the declared value depending
on the ways in which the tool is used. The vibration level may
increase above the level stated.
When assessing vibration exposure to determine safety measures
required by 2002/44/EC to protect persons regularly using power
tools in employment, an estimation of vibration exposure should
consider, the actual conditions of use and the way the tool is used,
including taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as
the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle
in addition to the trigger time.
Additional Safety Instructions for Grass Trimmers
WARNING! Cutting elements continue to rotate after the
motor is switched off.
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