reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
. Increase the separation between the
equipment and the receiver.
. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: GENERAL SAFETY
WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR
ALL TOOLS
• THIS TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Follow all
warnings and Safety Instructions in this manual.
The operator is responsible for following
warnings and instructions in this manual and
on unit. Restrict use of this mower to persons
who read, understand and follow warnings and
instructions in this manual and on unit.
• Avoid dangerous environment – don't use lawn
mowers in damp or wet locations.
• Don't Use In Rain.
• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be
kept a safe distance from work area.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is
recommended when working outdoors.
• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
• Use Right Appliance – Do not use lawn
mower for any job except that for which it
is intended.
• USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Make sure the
extension cord is in good condition before using.
Always use the proper size extension cords with
the tool – that is, proper wire size for various
lengths of cord and heavy enough to carry the
current the tool will draw. Use of an undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. For proper size
cords see chart below.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25
26-50
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
Ampere Rating
More Not more
Than Than
0
-6
18
16
6
-10
18
16
10
-12
16
16
12
-16
14
12
51-100
101-150
American Wire Gage
16
14
14
12
14
12
Not Recommended
4
• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before
further use of the mower, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect their operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless otherwise indicated
elsewhere in this manual.
• REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance
and any adjustments not specified in
this manual should be performed by
BLACK+DECKER authorized service centers or
other qualified service organizations, always
using identical replacement parts.
DANGER: ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
FOR MOWERS
• Avoid dangerous environment – don't use
lawn mowers in damp or wet locations.
• Don't Force Lawn Mower – It will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
• Don't Overreach – Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate lawn mower
when you are tired.
• Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors – When
not in use, lawn mower should be stored in an
indoor dry and locked-up place – out of reach of
children. Remove safety key
• Maintain Lawn Mower With Care – Keep
cutting edges sharp and clean for best and
safest performance.
• Keep guards in place and in
working order.
• Keep blades sharp.
• Keep hands and feet away from cutting
area.
• Objects struck by the lawn mower blade
can cause severe injuries to persons. The
lawn should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
• If lawn mower strikes a foreign object,
follow these steps:
1) Stop lawn mower. Release the bail handle.
2) Remove battery and safety key.
3) Inspect for damage.
4) Repair any damage before restarting and
operating the lawn mower.
• Use identical replacement blades only.
WARNING:
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