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1. BLAGK S DECKER 18 Inch 457mm Cordless Mulching Rear Bag Mower INSTRUCTION MANUAL Catalog Number CM1836 Date Code Thank you for choosing Black amp Decker Go to www BlackandDecker com NewOwner to register your new product PLEASE READ BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON If you have a question or experience a problem with your Black amp Decker purchase go to HTTP WWW BLACKANDDECKER COM INSTANTANSWERS for instant answers 24 hours a day If you can t find the answer or do not have access to the internet call 1 800 544 6986 from 8 a m to 5 p m EST Mon Fri to speak with an agent Please have the catalog number available when you call KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW Do not operate mower unless handle is locked into position For best cutting results keep blade sharpened and balanced e Inspect and thoroughly clean your mower after each use a deck with caked grass will degrade performance Make sure mowing area is clear of other persons or pets prior to starting and during operation SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE VEA EL ESPANOL EN LA CONTRAPORTADA INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACION CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y POLIZA DE GARANTIA ADVERTENCIA LEASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO SAFETY GUIDELINES DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTI2. follows 1 Release bail handle to turn mower off and remove safety key 2 Wipe all exposed parts with a damp cloth A CAUTION DO NOT POUR OR SPRAY WATER ON THE MOWER IN AN ATTEMPT TO CLEAN IT Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fer tilizers or chemicals Such storage can cause rapid corrosion TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE DANGER Rotating blade can cause serious injury Release bail handle to turn mower off and remove the safety key before lifting transporting or storing the mower Store in a dry place STORAGE POSITION For more compact storing the mower can be stored in an upright position with the handle folded over as shown in figure Q The mower can also be charged in this upright position Loosen the two lower knobs Q 1 and lower the handle section Q 2 into place Be careful not to pinch power cord Tighten the two lower knobs and stand the mower upright so that it rests on its handle and back wheels and the blade side is against a wall CAUTION Pinch point To avoid being pinched keep fingers away from area between handles when lowering OFF SEASON STORAGE 1 In warmer climates to ensure optimal performance it is recommended that the mower battery be maintained on constant charge 2 The mower may be stored with the charger disconnected if all of the following conditions are met the battery is fully charged before storing Failure to store fully charged will shorten battery life the average t
3. the blade will be facing the ground when the mower is returned to its normal upright position After installing blade M 4 place plastic blade insulator M 3 on blade such that the raised lips on one side engage the edges of the blade Then install the blade spacer M 2 so that it sits inside the raised lips on the other side of the blade insulator Be sure to align the flats in the hole of the blade spacer with the flats of the shaft rotating the blade and blade insulator together as neces sary 6 Position piece of wood N 1 to keep blade from turning as shown in figure N Install flange nut with the flange against the blade spacer and securely tighten BLADE SHARPENING KEEP BLADE SHARP FOR BEST MOWER PERFORMANCE A DULL BLADE DOES NOT CUT GRASS CLEANLY OR MULCH PROPERLY USE PROPER EYE PROTECTION WHILE REMOVING SHARPENING AND INSTALLING BLADE ENSURE THAT SAFETY KEY IS REMOVED Sharpening the blade twice during a mowing season is usually sufficient under normal circumstances Sand causes the blade to dull quickly If your lawn has sandy soil more frequent sharpening may be required REPLACE BENT OR DAMAGED BLADE IMMEDIATELY WHEN SHARPENING THE BLADE 1 Make sure blade remains balanced 2 Sharpen blade at the original cutting angle 3 Sharpen cutting edges on both ends of blade removing equal amounts of material from both ends TO SHARPEN BLADE IN A VISE 1 Be sure the bail handle is released the blade has stopped and s
4. the mower battery in a well venti lated location 6 Keep the mower and charger away from water heat sources such as radiators heaters stoves etc flames or chemicals Be careful not to damage the charger cord by keeping cord away from sharp edges WARNING FIRE HAZARD ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE CHARGER FROM THE POWER SUPPLY WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE CHARGER CONNEC TOR UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WITH THE CHARGER PLUGGED IN TO THE POWER SUPPLY THE EXPOSED CONNECTOR CAN BE SHORTED BY FOREIGN MATERIAL AND MAY CAUSE A FIRE FOREIGN MATERIALS OF A CONDUCTIVE NATURE SUCH AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO STEEL WOOL ALUMINUM FOIL OR ANY BUILD UP OF METALLIC PARTICLES SHOULD BE KEPT FROM THE CON NECTOR ALWAYS UNPLUG CHARGER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN aw 8 CHARGING PROCEDURE FIGURES F amp G Remove safety key F 1 4 Align the charger plug F 2 with the arrow F 4 on top and insert the charger plug into the receptacle F 3 on the mower green terminal to green terminal white terminal to white terminal The charger connector can only be plugged into the mower receptacle one way 3 Insert the 120 volt plug G 3 of the charger G 1 into the wall receptacle 4 The red light G 2 on the charger should come on indicating you have power and the battery is being charged Check the charger for the red light if it is not on check the charger connector for proper alignment step 2 The red light should extinguish and the green light will com
5. F SEASON STORAGE SECTION For optimal performance the battery should be kept on constant charge when not in use The battery should be charged in its proper orientation The battery prefers to be charged in a cool dry place The battery does not need to be fully discharged before recharging 2 to 3 initial charging cycles may be required after purchase to achieve maximum run time capacity A fully charged battery can be safely stored down to 40 C 40 F The battery is maintenance free The battery is intended for use in the CM1836 mower only and should not be used for any other purpose CHARGER SAFETY RULES Plug charger directly into an electrical outlet DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD Never carry charger by cord Do not disconnect the charger from the outlet or mower by pulling it by the cord 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or personal injury do not attempt to use this charger with any other product Likewise do not attempt to charge the mower battery with any other charger Do not service mower with charger or safety key installed Do not operate a damaged charger Replace damaged cords or charger immediately at an authorized Black amp Decker service center Always charge the mower in a dry area protected from the weather Do not expose the mower or charger to rain Do not charge in wet loca tions Do not charge mower battery when temperature is above 104 F 40 C or below 41 F 5 C Charge
6. ND SERVICE Repairs maintenance and any adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by Black amp Decker authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations always using identical replacement parts A DANGER ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR MOWERS ALWAYS firmly grip handle with both hands when operating mower NEVER wear radio or music headphones while operating mower CONTAIN long hair NEVER attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while the motor is running or while the safety key is in the switch housing IF MOWER stalls release bail handle to turn mower off wait for blade to stop and remove the safety key before attempting to unclog the chute or remove anything from under the deck KEEP HANDS and feet away from cutting area KEEP BLADES sharp Always use protective gloves when handling the mower blade IF YOU are using a grass catcher check it frequently for wear and deterioration If excessively worn replace with new bag for your safety e USE EXTREME CAUTION when reversing or pulling mower toward you 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 su
7. NG 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 hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage The following are explanations of important safety hazard pictorials on the mower 1 User must read and understand the instruction manual E 2 To avoid the risk of serious injury do not mow up and down slopes Always mow across slopes 3 To avoid the risk of injury to bystanders keep all persons and pets at a safe distance from the mower while operating 4 Rotating blades can cause serious injury Keep hands and feet clear of mower deck and discharge opening at all times Always be sure blade has stopped wait for the blade to stop rotating approximately 3 seconds after releasing bail handle and removing the safety key before removing and replacing grass catcher cleaning servicing transporting or lifting the mower 5 Objects struck by mower blade can cause serious injury Stay behind the handle when the motor is running Always ensure persons j gt and pets are cl
8. Y Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry They can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves long pants and substantial non skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields complying with applicable safety standards and when needed a face shield Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty This applies to all persons in the work area Also use a hard hat hearing protection gloves safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required Safety glasses or the like are available at extra cost at your local dealer or Black amp Decker Service Center DON T ABUSE CORD Never carry charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle Keep cord away from heat oil and sharp edges MAINTAIN MOWER WITH CARE Keep cutting edge clean and sharp for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Inspect mower cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired by authorized service facility Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Don t carry mower with safety key inserted in switch housing Be sure bail handle is not engaged while inserting safety key BEFORE USING always visually inspect to see that the blade blade fasteners and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged Replace worn or damaged blades and fasteners in set
9. afety key is removed before removing the blade 2 Remove blade from mower See instructions for removing and installing blade 3 Secure blade O 1 in a vise O 2 4 Wear proper eye protection and gloves and be careful not to cut yourself 5 Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine tooth file O 3 or sharpening stone maintaining the original cutting edge 6 Check balance of blade See instructions for blade balancing 7 Replace blade on mower and tighten securely 12 BLADE BALANCING Check balance of blade by placing center hole in blade P 1 over a nail or round shank screwdriver P 2 clamped horizontally in a vise P 3 If either end of the blade rotates downward file that end Blade is properly balanced when neither end drops LUBRICATION No lubrication is necessary Do not oil the wheels They have plastic bearing surfaces which require no lubrication CLEANING Release bail handle to turn mower off let the blade come to a stop and then remove safety key Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the mower Clean out any clippings which may have accumulated on the underside of the deck After several uses check all exposed fasteners for tightness PREVENTING CORROSION Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals If you mow in areas where fertilizers or chemicals have been used the mower should be cleaned immediately afterward as
10. awn care experts say that excessively close cutting is responsible for much of the difficulty experienced on many lawns The depth and strength of the roots of grass are almost exactly proportional to its growth Grasses of mature lawns often are seriously injured when mowed shorter than 1 1 2 inches 38mm and a height of 1 1 2 to 2 inches 38mm to 51mm is preferred on large lawns 4 Mow your lawn when it is dry to avoid clumping of wet grass If you have a choice late afternoon is the ideal time for mowing not only because the grass is dry but also because the sensitive new cut area of the grass will not be exposed to intense sunlight 5 Keep the mowing blade sharp for a nice clean cut This improves the mower s performance and enhances the look of your lawn A dull blade shatters and bruises the tips of the grass This impairs the healthy growth of your lawn and increases susceptibility to turf diseases If the grass tips are bruised it causes a brownish colour and gives your lawn an unhealthy appearance A dull blade may also pull up young seedlings 6 Try to mow your lawn at the same consistent cutting height While there are times when you should vary the cutting height with the changing sea sons a consistent cutting height produces a healthier lovelier lawn with generally fewer weeds Mow more frequently during periods of fast growth Frequent cutting ensures that the lower less attractive portion of the grass will not show 7 lf y
11. ch as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out micro scopic particles FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 1 Safety key charging port 2 Bail Handle Switch lever 3 Handle adjustment bolts 4 Handle storage knobs 5 Grass bag 6 Cut height adjustment lever PREPARATION PLEASE REFER TO DIAGRAMS A B C AND ITEM NUMBERS 1 2 3 AS NOTED THROUGHOUT MANUAL FOR EXAMPLE A 1 REFERS TO ITEM 1 IN FIGURE A UNPACKING FIGURES A1 A2 STEP1 Open the top flaps of the box Carefully cut down the sides of the box on the opposite end of the handle and fold the flap down as shown WARNING Sharp blade Keep body parts away from blade STEP2 With the carton end cut open remove the cardboard filler handle tubes charger accessory bag and grass bag and push the mower out of the opened carton ASSEMBLY Tools required for assembly Adjustable or 1 2 inch 18mm wrench HANDLE ASSEMBLY FIGURE B 1 Insert the lower handle tube and align the round holes in the lower handle section B1 with the two threaded studs B2 in the side wall of the deck 2 Push the handle section onto the studs fully 3 Thread on two lock nuts B3 and tighten with a 1 2 inch 18mm wrench Repeat for other side aligning the holes in the upper and lower handles NOTE Adjust the handle position at this time to suit your h
12. ch insert I 3 has been removed 3 Pick up the grass catcher J 2 by the handle J 3 and place the grass catcher between the mower handles as shown 10 4 Position the grass catcher hanger hooks K 4 on the mower as shown in figure K Release the rear discharge door DANGER Sharp moving blade Never operate the mower unless the hanger hooks on the grass catcher are seated properly on the mower and the rear discharge door rests firmly against the top of the grass catcher as serious injury could result MOWING TIPS PIO WIS NOTE ALWAYS INSPECT AREA WHERE MOWER IS TO BE USED j AD Va AND REMOVE ALL STONES STICKS WIRE BONES AND OTHER DEBRIS WHICH MIGHT BE THROWN BY THE ROTATING BLADE 1 Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Do not mow excessively steep slopes Always maintain good footing 2 Release bail handle to turn mower OFF when crossing any gravel area stones can be thrown by the blade 3 Set mower at highest cutting height when mowing in rough ground or in tall weeds Removing too much grass at one time can cause the motor to be overloaded and to stop Refer to troubleshooting guide 4 If a grass catcher is used during the fast growing season the grass may tend to clog up at the discharge opening Release bail handle to turn mower off and remove the safety key Remove the catcher and shake the grass down to the bac
13. conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to fully disperse the grass throughout the lawn If cutting a second time it is advisable to cut perpendicular across the first cut pattern DO NOT CHANGE CUT PATTERN IN ANY WAY THAT WOULD CAUSE MOWING DOWN A HILL 5 Change your cutting pattern from week to week This will help prevent matting of the lawn MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs maintenance and adjustment including brush inspection and replacement should be performed by BLACK amp DECKER Service Centers or other qualified service organizations always using Black amp Decker replacement parts When servicing use ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS 11 REMOVING AND INSTALLING BLADE FIGURE L 1 RELEASE BAIL HANDLE TO TURN MOWER OFF WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO STOP AND REMOVE SAFETY KEY 2 Cut a piece of 2x4 wood L 1 about 2 feet long 610 mm to keep blade from turning L while removing flange nut 3 Turn the mower on its side Wear gloves and proper eye protection Be careful of 5 sharp edges of blade Position wood L 1 and remove flange nut L 3 with 3 4 in 19mm wrench L 2 as shown in figure L 4 Remove square metal blade spacer M 2 square plastic blade insulator M 3 and blade M 4 as shown in figure M Examine blade insulator for damage and replace if necessary 5 When replacing sharpened or new blade on shoulder of fan M 5 make sure the GRASS SIDE on
14. e on when charging is complete takes approximately 12 20 hours to charge a fully discharged mower 5 Itis recommended to leave the battery on constant charge between mowing uses for optimum performance during the mowing season 6 The charger supplied with this product is intended to be plugged in such that it is correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position OPERATION KNOW YOUR MOWER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER See Functional Description to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference SAFETY KEY A DANGER SHARP MOVING BLADE In order to prevent accidental start up or unauthorized use of your Cordless Mower a removable Safety Key has been incorporated into the design of your mower The mower will be completely disabled when the Safety Key has been removed from the mower With the Safety Key removed you will have access to the charger receptacle NOTE THE SAFETY KEY HAS A SLOT TO ALLOW FOR STORAGE ON A NAIL OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN DO NOT TETHER SAFETY KEY TO MOWER A DANGER ROTATING BLADES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY REMOVE SAFETY KEY WHEN UNATTENDED OR WHEN CHARGING CLEANING SERVICING TRANSPORTING LIFTING OR STORING MOWER TO TURN MOWER ON Insert safety key F 1 into the switch housing until it is fully seated inside housin
15. ear of the discharge from the mower while operating Always inspect mowing area before mowing and remove objects that could be thrown by blade Release bail handle to turn mower off and wait for the blade to stop rotating approximately 3 seconds before crossing walk roads patio and gravel drives 3 zis Be WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electric gardening appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire electric shock and personal injury including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY e Before any use be sure everyone using this tool 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 DANGER IMPORTANT SAFE PRACTICES FOR WALK BEHIND MOWERS This mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in seri ous injury or death GENERAL OPERATION 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the mower and in the instruction manual before starting 2 Do not put hands or feet near or under the mower Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate this mower Clear the area where the mower is to be used of objects such as rock
16. eight preference Taller users may want the handle assembled as shown in figure C while shorter users may want to adjust the upper handle to one of the two remaining height adjustment positions 5 Insert the carriage bolt C2 until the head of the bolt is fully seated against the handle 6 Align the cord retainer C3 with the carriage bolt Install the knob C4 tightening securely The knobs should always be on the outside of the handles to avoid interference with the rear door and grass bag Insert carriage bolt and install knob for other side ASSEMBLING THE GRASS CATCHER FIGURES D1 D2 D3 D4 1 Before starting to assemble the grass bag to the frame check that the grass bag and frame are similar to figure D1 2 Slide the grass bag onto the frame as shown in figure D2 3 Assemble the top clips to the frame as shown in figure D3 then assemble the two side clips and the bottom clip last 4 Completely assembled grass catcher is shown in figure D4 GRASSBAG WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 1 4 IN 32mm TO 3 1 2 IN 89mm FIGURE E NOTE Certain types of grass or grass conditions may require varying the height of the mower deck 1 Before making any adjustments turn mower off wait for blade to stop m and unplug mower 2 Your mower features the Black amp Decker single lever wheel height adjust system This system will adjust all four wheels at the same time Mower adj
17. emperature of the storage location is below 50 F 10 C storage duration is less than 6 months SERVICE AND INSTALLATION When service or repair is required it is recommended that you take your mower to an authorized Black amp Decker Service Center When servicing or replacing batteries please note Use only the same type and size of battery as originally supplied Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire The cell may explode See Battery Recycling information below 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 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 THE RBRC SEAL BATTERY RECYCLING The RBRC Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation Seal on the lead acid battery or battery pack indicates that the costs to recycle the battery or battery pack at the end of its useful life have already been paid by Black amp Decker In some areas it is illegal to place spent lead acid batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious alternative RBRC in cooperation with Black amp Decker and other battery users has established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent lead acid bat
18. equired Black amp Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under Tools Electric in the yellow pages of the phone directory This warranty does not apply to accessories This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you mey have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province Should you have any questions contact the manager of your nearest Black amp Decker Service Center This product is not intended for commercial use FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT If your warning labels become illegible or are missing call 1 800 544 6986 for a free replacement LATIN AMERICA This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America For products sold in Latin America check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging call the local company or see the website for warranty information Deck Warranty Lifetime Warranty for DECK only against any defects in material or workmanship 14 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Mower doesn t run when bail handle is activated SOLUTION Check to make sure safety key has been installed and is fully seated and that button on switch housing is being completely depressed Release bail handle to turn mower off Remove safety key turn mower over and check that blade is free to turn If not free return to an authorized Black amp Decker servicer Blade should turn freely Has battery been fully charged Plug in charger and wait
19. for green light to come on Motor stops while mowing Release bail handle to turn mower off Remove safety key turn mower over and check that blade is free to turn If not free return to an authorized Black amp Decker servicer Blade should turn freely Raise cutting height of wheels to highest position and start mower C Has battery been fully charged Plug in charger and wait for green light to come on Avoid overloading the mower Slow down the cutting pace by pushing mower slower or raise the cut height Or both Mower runs but cutting performance is unsatisfactory or does not cut entire lawn A Has battery been fully charged Plug in charger and wait for green light to come on Release bail handle to turn mower off Remove safety key Turn mower over and check Blade for snarpmess Keep blade sharp Deck and discharge chute for clogging Wheel height adjustment may be set too low for grass condition Raise cutting height Mower is too hard to push Raise cutting height to reduce deck drag on grass Check each wheel for free rotation 10 NOTE Mower is abnormally noisy and vibrates Battery charger LED s not on Battery charger LED does not flip to green Mower not picking up clippings with bag When mulching there are clippings visible Low or diminished run time after many uses w P gt w gt O Release bail handle to turn mower off Rem
20. g The mower is now operational and can be started by activating the switch lever H 2 A DANGER SHARP MOVING BLADE NEVER ATTEMPT TO OVERRIDE THE OPERATION OF THIS SWITCH AND SAFETY KEY SYSTEM AS SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT ON OFF SWITCH BAIL HANDLE FIGURE H Your mower is equipped with a special on off switch system To operate the system first push button H 1 on side of switch housing then pull the bail handle switch lever H 2 to the handlebar H 3 To turn the mower off just release the bail handle Once the bail handle has returned to the original position it will activate the Automatic Braking Mechanism The motor is electrically braked and the mower blade will stop rotating in 3 seconds or less MOWER OVERLOAD To prevent damage due to overload conditions do not try to remove too much grass at one time Slow down your cutting pace or raise the cut height MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Black and Decker Mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U S Consumer Product Safety Commission The Blade turns when the motor is running SAFETY SHIELD AND REAR DOOR FIGURE The safety shield I 1 is designed to minimize the throwing of stones or other objects by the mower blade backward from under the mower deck The shield along with the rear door I 2 minimizes the possibility of accidental foot contact with the blade DO NOT operate mower without the safety
21. k end of the bag Also clean out any grass or debris which may be packed around the discharge opening Replace the grass catcher 5 If mower should start to vibrate abnormally release bail handle to turn mower off and remove safety key Check immediately for cause Vibration is a warning of trouble Do not operate mower until a service check has been made Refer to troubleshooting guide in manual 6 ALWAYS RELEASE BAIL HANDLE TO TURN MOWER OFF AND REMOVE SAFETY KEY WHEN LEAVING IT UNATTENDED EVEN FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME THE FOLLOWING SUGGESTIONS WILL HELP YOU TO OBTAIN OPTIMUM RUN TIME FROM YOUR CORDLESS MOWER 1 Slow down in areas where the grass is especially long or thick 2 When mulching avoid cutting more than 1 1 2 inches 38mm off the length at any one time 3 Avoid mowing when the grass is wet from rain or dew soaked 4 Cut your lawn frequently especially during high growth periods NOTE IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOUR MOWER BE RECHARGED AFTER USE TO PROLONG THE BATTERY LIFE FREQUENT CHARGING WILL NOT HARM YOUR BATTERY AND WILL ENSURE THAT THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED AND READY FOR ITS NEXT USE STORING MOWER NOT FULLY CHARGED WILL SHORTEN BATTERY LIFE MULCHING MOWING TIPS Your mower was shipped from Black amp Decker with the mulch insert installed While mulching your new mower is designed to cut the grass clip pings into small pieces and distribute them back into the lawn Under normal conditions the mulched grass wil
22. l biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients to the lawn Please review the following recommendations for optimum mulching performance 1 Avoid mowing when the grass is wet from rain or dew Wet grass may form clumps which interfere with the mulching action and reduce run time The best time to mow grass is in the late afternoon when the grass is dry and the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight 2 For best mulching performance set the cutting height to remove about one third of the grass blade 1 M W ydi VAN length ideally no more than 1 1 2 in 38mm at one time If the lawn is overgrown it may be nec 3 SS essary to increase the cut height to reduce the pushing effort and prevent overloading the motor ATARI For extremely heavy mulching it is advisable to first cut at a high cut height setting and then re cut to the final cut height Otherwise make narrower cuts and mow slowly ALWAYS MAKE SURE BLADE IS SHARP WNW VV AVAV A i 3 For best performance keep the mower housing free of built up grass From time to time release bail handle to turn mower off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop Then remove the safety key and turn mower on its side Using an object such as a stick wipe out any accumulation of grass in the blade area Be careful of the sharp edges of the blade Clean often in wet spring grass and always after every use 4 Certain types of grass or grass
23. omes on THIS IS ONLY A GUIDE INTENDED TO ENABLE YOU TO PERFORM VISUAL CHECKS AND SIMPLE TESTS SHOULD NONE OF THE SOLUTIONS PROVIDE SATISFACTION OR IMPROVE PERFORMANCE CALL 1 800 544 6986 1 800 54 HOW TO TO SPEAK TOA CONSUMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE OR TAKE THIS MOWER TO THE CLOSEST AUTHORIZED BLACK amp DECKER SERVICE CENTER FOR SERVICING Imported by Black amp Decker U S Inc 701 E Joppa Rd Towson MD 21286 U S A a gt BlackandDecker com 15 See Tools Electric Yellow Pages for Service amp Sales Al
24. ou to perform short cutting tasks but we don t recommend this be done frequently The battery and mower perform much better if charged fully Service Information All Black amp Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service Whether you need technical advice repair or genuine factory replacement parts contact the Black amp Decker location nearest you To find your local service location refer to the yellow page directory under Tools Electric or call 1 800 544 6986 or visit www blackanddecker com WARRANTIES Full Two Year Home Use Warranty Black amp Decker U S Inc warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways The first which will result in exchanges only is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased one that the store is a pariripaing retailer Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer s policy for exchanges usually 30 to 90 days after the sale mn of purchase may be required Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges The second option is to take or send the product prepaid to a Black amp Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option Proof of purchase may be r
25. our lawn has grown too long a vacation for example may interrupt your cutting schedule mow at a cutting height one or two positions higher than normal A second pass at normal cutting height a few days later will put your lawn back on schedule Changing the cutting height is a simple matter with Black amp Decker s Single Lever Wheel Height Adjustment which simultaneously adjusts all four wheels at once 8 During the spring and fall or after an interruption to the cutting schedule the grass will be longer and thicker If the motor continually slows down while cutting try setting the wheels for a higher cutting height Excessive motor loading can result in uneven cutting and quicker discharge of the battery 9 Three good ideas to enhance your lawn s appearance Vary the mowing direction frequently mow horizontally on hillsides this is also a good safety practice and do not forget to overlap the mowing path on each pass 10 Always mow grass so that clippings are discharged onto cut lawn This will keep your lawn looking fresh by avoiding Cut Grass build up which will eventually brown and appear ugly This method also preserves your battery charge ensuring you get the most from your Black amp Decker Cordless Power Mower 11 During the spring and fall seasons when the grass is longer and thicker you can use your mower without its battery being fully recharged i e green charge indication light is on This will enable y
26. ove safety key Turn mower on side and check blade to ensure it has not been bent or damaged If blade is damaged replace with a Black amp Decker replacement blade If the underside of the deck is damaged return mower to a Black amp Decker Authorized service center If there is no visible damage to the blade and the mower still vibrates Release bail handle to turn mower off remove safety key and remove blade Rotate blade 180 degrees and retighten If mower still vibrates return the mower to an authorized Black amp Decker service center Check plug connection Replace charger Battery needs to be diagnosed Take to authorized service center Remove mulch plate when bagging Chute clogged Release bail handle to turn mower off Remove safety key Clear chute of grass clippings Too much cut grass Raise cutting height of wheels to shorten length of the cut Bag full Empty bag more often Too much cut grass Raise cutting height of wheels to shorten length of the cut Do not cut off more than 1 3 of total length Check blade for sharpness Always keep blade sharp A Return to Black amp Decker Authorized Service location may need new battery Should the red light remain on after charging the battery for 24 hours on initial charge the mower can still be used The battery may need to be conditioned requiring a few battery charge and discharge cycles before the green indicator light c
27. s sticks wire toys bones etc which could be thrown by the blade Objects struck by the blade can cause severe injury to persons Stay behind the handle when the motor is running Be sure the area surrounding the mower is clear of bystanders before operating All bystanders and pets should be kept at a safe distance Stop the mower if anyone enters the area surrounding the mower Do not operate mower barefooted or while wearing sandals Always wear substantial footwear Do not pull mower backward unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while moving backward Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Release bail handle to turn mower off and stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces Do not operate mower without the entire grass catcher discharge guard rear guard or other safety protective devices in place and working Periodically check all guards and safety protective devices to ensure they are in good working order and will operate properly and perform their intended function Replace a damaged latch guard or other safety device before further use 10 Never leave a running mower unattended 11 Always release the bail handle to stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop and remove the safety key before cleaning the mower removing the grass catcher un clogging the discharge g
28. s to preserve balance Inspect the mower cord ensure it is in good condition Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deterioration 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 Gauge for Cord Sets Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet 120V 0 25 26 50 51 100 101 150 0 7 6m 7 6 15 2m 15 2 30 4m 30 4 45 7m 240V 0 50 51 100 101 200 201 300 0 15 2m 15 2 30 4m 30 4 60 9m 60 9 91 4m Ampere Rating More Not more American Wire Gauge Than Than Oo 6 18 16 16 14 6 10 18 16 14 12 10 12 16 16 14 12 12 16 14 12 Not Recommended 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 e REPAIRS A
29. shield and rear door in place DANGER Sharp moving blade For your own safety DO NOT use this mower without either the grass catcher or mulch insert in operating position as serious injury could result DANGER Sharp moving blade Do not operate the mower if the rear door is not closed under spring tension as serious injury could result Take your mower to the nearest service center for repair REMOVING MULCH INSERT FIGURE To remove the mulch insert I 3 so that you can bag the grass or discharge with the optional discharge chute follow the steps listed below 1 Release bail handle to turn mower off wait until the blade stops and remove safety key 2 Raise the rear discharge door I 2 and hold it up 3 Locate your hand in the handle pocket I 4 lift and pull out the mulch insert l 3 completely 4 The rear discharge door is spring loaded When you release it the door will return to the closed position INSTALLING MULCH INSERT 1 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for removing mulch insert 2 Slide the mulch insert I 3 into the discharge opening until it is firmly in contact with the deck 3 Release rear door and ensure it is properly closed INSTALLING GRASS CATCHER FIGURE J amp K 1 Release bail handle to turn mower off wait until the blade stops and remove safety key 2 Reaching down between the mower handles raise the rear discharge door J 1 to a vertical position and hold the door up Ensure that the mul
30. teries Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the lead acid bat tery to an authorized Black amp Decker service center or to your local retailer for recycling You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery or call1 800 544 6986 13 Accessories Recommended accessories for use with Barry mower are available from your local dealer or authorized service center If you need assistance regarding accessories please call 1 800 544 6986 A WARNING The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous Heo a OE E e Speer qeommeecsersn geese cn rey oa BR eaemnenREeeninirw aay Pa Eor I E eee ee eee pin PATO OS REEL OCENE T ORA PAG s HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL HINTS TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR BLACK amp DECKER CORDLESS MOWER AND KEEP YOUR LAWN LOOKING BEAUTIFUL 1 Lawns should first be mowed in the spring when the grass is about 2 1 2 to 3 inches 63mm to 76mm high Mowing too early restricts the grass root systems which renew themselves every spring New grass should be mowed when it is about 2 1 2 inches 63mm high 2 Do not remove too much grass blade surface at one time never more than 1 3 of the leaf height during each cutting Cutting too close shocks sen sitive grass blades resulting in a shallow root system and thus making it more difficult for your lawn to reach water in the soil 3 L
31. uard when leaving the mower or before making any adjustments repairs or inspections 12 Operate mower only in daylight or good artificial light when objects in the path of the blade are clearly visible from the operating area of the mower 13 Do not operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs or when you are tired or ill Always stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense 14 a dangerous environments Never operate mower in damp or wet grass never use mower in the rain Always be sure of your footing walk never run OND OT Aw 15 Disengage the drive system if so equipped before starting the motor 16 If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally release the bail handle wait for the blade to stop and remove the safety key then check for the cause immediately Vibration is generally a warning of trouble 17 Always wear proper eye and respiratory protection when operating the mower 18 ue i A ay accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this mower could be hazardous Only use accessories approved by ac ecker 19 Never overreach while operating the mower Always be sure to keep proper footing and balance at all times while operating the mower SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it 1 Mow across the face of slopes never
32. up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 2 Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident Tall grass can hide obstacles 3 Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident 4 Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments You could lose your footing or balance CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator 2 Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area 3 Never allow children to operate the mower 4 Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child GENPRAL SERVICE Never operate mower in a closed area 7 Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition 3 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly 4 Keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Allow mower to cool before storing 5 If you strike a foreign object release bail handle to turn mower off wait for the blade to stop and remove the safety key then inspect the mower Repair an
33. usts from 1 1 4 in 82mm to 3 1 2 in 89 mm with six incre ments which are marked on the mower 3 Place your left hand on the height adjust handle E1 and your right hand on the lower part of the main handle E2 4 Pull height adjust handle E1 away from mower and re set in the desired height adjust position Rotating the height adjust handle towards the front of the mower lowers the cutting height and rotating towards the rear raises the cutting height RECOMMENDED APPROXIMATE CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height should be in the higher recommendation for warmer weather lower for shade areas and for the last mow before winter Follow the 1 3 rule never cut off more than 1 3 of the total height of the grass If lawn is too high to practice this rule raise the cut height before mowing and then lower to desired height and mow again in a day or so BATTERY CAUTION USE ONLY BLACK amp DECKER APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER 800 544 x The battery is a 36 volt sealed lead acid system There is no liquid contained within the battery and the mower battery can therefore be stored in any position without fear of leakage IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE BATTERY MOWER BE RECHARGED AFTER USE TO PROLONG THE BATTERY LIFE FREQUENT CHARGING WILL NOT HARM YOUR BATTERY AND WILL ENSURE THAT THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED AND READY FOR ITS NEXT USE STORING BATTERY NOT FULLY CHARGED WILL SHORTEN BATTERY LIFE REFER TO OF
34. vision 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 A 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 STORE IDLE MOWER INDOORS Always store with safety key removed Mowers should be stored indoors in dry secured area out of reach of children DON T FORCE MOWER It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed USE RIGHT APPLIANCE Do not use the mower for any job except that for which it is intended DRESS PROPERL
35. y damage before starting and operating the mower 6 Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor running or while the safety key is in the mower 7 Always remove safety key before adjusting cleaning repairing inspecting transporting storing or leaving the mower 8 Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and when necessary replace with Black amp Decker recommended parts only 9 Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them 10 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or tele
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