Black & Decker ST1000 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
When using electric tools, 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
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
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
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.
CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some
conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. SAFETY SPECTACLES OR GOGGLES — Wear at all times when trimming.
2. GUARD — Do not use trimmer without guard attached.
3. NYLON LINE — Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating nylon line at all times. Do not
extend beyond length specified in this manual. Wear long pants to protect your legs.
4. KEEP ALL BY-STANDERS AWAY — at a safe distance from work area, especially children.
5. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING — donʼt carry plugged-in tool with finger on trigger.
6. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL — at a rate faster than the rate at which it is able to cut
effectively.
7. USE THE RIGHT TOOL — Do not use this tool for any job except that for which it is intended.
8. DONʼT OVERREACH— Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
9. WARNING — To prevent electric shock hazard, use only with an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Always connect extension cords to a fused line or one protected by a circuit
breaker.
10. DONʼT ABUSE CORD — Donʼt yank cord from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
11. EXTENSION CORDS — to prevent disconnection of extension cord during operation, use
extension cord retainer as described in this manual.
12. DAMAGE TO UNIT — If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop trimmer
immediately, unplug, check for damage and have any damage repaired before further
operation is attempted. Do not operate with a broken hub or spool.
13. DAMAGE TO CORD — Keep power cord away from rotating line. If you damage the
extension cord, unplug it at the electrical outlet before moving the trimmer or examining the
damage. If there is damage to the extension cord, replace cord before further use.
14. DISCONNECT TOOL — When not in use, when replacing line, or prior to cleaning hub.
15. DRESS PROPERLY — Donʼt operate the tool when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Always wear substantial footwear. Use of rubber gloves and substantial rubber soled
footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
16. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS — Do not use electric tools in
damp or wet locations. Follow all instructions in this instruction manual for proper operation
of your trimmer.
17. DONʼT USE THE TRIMMER IN THE RAIN.
18. DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in
these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
19. STORE IDLE TOOLS INDOORS — When not in use, tools should be stored indoors in dry,
locked-up placed—out of reach of children.
20. THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION — Use care when trimming
around screens and desirable plantings.
21. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT LINE — Do not use heavier line or other
line materials, eg. metal wire, fishing line or similar materials.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand 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.
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or mod er ate injury.
CAUTION:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
D Y A R D T R I M M
D Y A R D T R I M M
Catalog Number: ST1000
DEC. 2009
Printed in China
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FIG. 3
FIG. 5
GAP
FIG. 7
SMALL
HOLE
Double Insulation
AN IMPORTANT CONSUMER FEATURE
Your tool is double insulated to give you added safety. This means that it is constructed
throughout with two separate "layers" of electrical insulation or one double thickness of
insulation between you and the toolʼs electrical system.
Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, the
extension cord used with your tool can be plugged into any conventional 120 volt electrical
outlet without concern for maintaining a ground connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when
operating this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from
a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool.
CAUTION: When servicing double insulated tools, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT
PARTS. Replace or repair damaged cords.
Polarized Plug
This product is supplied with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other ). This plug
will fit into a polarized outlet (receptacle) only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into your
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper
polarized outlet. Do not modify or change this plug in any way.

Extension Cords

Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
The table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.
Volts
120V
240V
Ampere Rating
More
Than
0
6
10
12

Assembly Instructions

- Layout sections as shown. (See illustration)
- Hold middle section at printing while assembling each end.
- Push sections together firmly.
- Install screws and nuts. Screws cannot be tightened if parts are assembled incorrectly.
Printing
HOLD HERE!
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
(10˚ TO 30˚)
FIG. 4
BUMP CAP
FIG. 6
SPOOL
HUB
EYELET
FIG. 8
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Total Length of Cord in Feet
0-25 26-50 51-100
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
0-50 51-100 101-200
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
Not more American Wire Gauge
Than
- 6 18 16 16
- 10 18 16 14
- 12 16 16 14
- 16 14 12 Not Recommended
Plug
NYLON
LINE
RELEASE
TAB
SPRING
101-150
201-300
14
12
12