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green continuously. The charger and the battery can be left
connected indefinitely with the LED illuminated. The LED will
change to flashing green (charging) state as the charger occa-
sionally tops up the battery charge. The charging indicator (9)
will be lit as long as the battery is connected to the plugged-in
charger.
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flash at each speed and repeat.
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switching system. This system prevents starting the tool
inadvertently and will only allow operation while holding the
tool with both hands.
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Take hold of the front handle (3) with one hand so that the
front handle bail arm (2) is pushed into the body of the
front handle.
Pull the lock-off button (4) backwards using your thumb
and at the same time squeeze the trigger switch (1) to
start the tool.
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Release the handle switch (2) or the trigger switch (1).
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Hints for optimum use
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Start by trimming the top of the hedge. Slightly tilt the tool
(up to 15° relative to the line of cut) so that the blade tips
point slightly towards the hedge (fig. E). This will cause the
blades to cut more effectively. Hold the tool at the desired
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angle and move it steadily along the line of cut. The
double-sided blade allows you to cut in either direction.
In order to obtain a very straight cut, stretch a piece of
string along the length of the hedge at the desired height.
Use the string as a guideline, cutting just above it. (fig. F)
In order to obtain flat sides, cut upwards with the growth.
Younger stems move outwards when the blade cuts
downwards, causing shallow patches in the hedge (fig. G).
Take care to avoid any foreign objects. Especially avoid
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hard objects such as metal wire and railings, as these
could damage the blades (fig. H).
Regularly oil the blades.
Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New Zealand)
Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves (new leaves
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every year) in December and March.
Trim evergreens in September and February.
Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs every six
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weeks from October until March.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
Black & Decker and Piranha accessories are engineered to
high quality standards and designed to enhance the perform-
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ance 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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