• USE RIGHT TOOL - Do not use tool for any job except that for which it is intended. • DRESS PROPERLY -Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of substantial rubber soled footwear is recommended. • DON’T ABUSE CORD -Never carry charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges. • WARNING - Do not charge outdoors or in wet or damp locations. • DON’T OVERREACH - Keep proper footing and balance at all times. • MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE -Keep blade sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for changing accessories. • AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING -Be sure switch lever and bail handle are not engaged when inserting safety key. • 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. • USE IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT BLADES ONLY. • WHEN SERVICING -Use only identical replacement parts. • READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY. Be thoroughly familiarwith the controls and the proper use of the equipment. • NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE A POWER MOWER. • KEEP THE AREA OF OPERATION CLEAR of all persons, particularly small children and pets. • THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA where the equipment is to be usedand remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects thatcould be thrown by the blade. • DO NOT OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT WHEN BAREFOOT OR WEARINGOPEN SANDALS. Always wear substantial footwear. • NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE A WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WHILE THE MOTOR IS RUNNING or while the safety key is plugged in. • MOW ONLY IN DAYLIGHT OR IN GOOD ARTIFICIAL LIGHT. • NEVER OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT IN WET GRASS. Always be sure ofyour footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run. • DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET NEAR OR UNDER ROTATING PARTS. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • RELEASE BAIL HANDLE TO TURN MOWER OFF when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. • IF THE MOWER STALLS, be sure to release bail handle to turn mower off and wait for blade to stop, remove the safety key before attempting tounclog the chute or remove anything from under the deck. • AFTER STRIKING A FOREIGN OBJECT, release bail handle to turn mower off and wait for blade to stop, remove the safety key, thoroughly inspectthe mower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting andoperating the mower. • IF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD START TO VIBRATE ABNORMALLY release bail handle, remove the safety key and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • RELEASE BAIL HANDLE to turn mower off and wait for blade to stop, remove the safety key whenever you leave the equipment, beforeunclogging the deck or chute, cleaning the mower, transporting themower, lifting the mower and when making any repairs or inspections. • WHEN CLEANING, REPAIRING, OR INSPECTING, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. • SHUT THE MOTOR OFF REMOVE THE KEY AND WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP before removing the grass catcher. • MOW ACROSS THE FACE OF SLOPES; NEVER UP AND DOWN. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. • NEVER OPERATE THE MOWER without proper guards, plates, or other safety protection devices in place. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE. LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS - ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. 2 BATTERY OPERATION & CARE CAUTION: USE ONLY BLACK & DECKER APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES -CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER OR 1-800-HOW-TO. The battery in your cordless lawnmower is a 24-volt sealed lead acid system. There is no liquid contained within the battery and the mower cantherefore be stored in any position without fear of leakage. SPECIFIC CHARACTERISTICS • For optimal performance the battery should be kept on constant charge when not in use. • 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. • The battery can be safely stored down to -40°C (-40°F). • The battery is maintenance free. PROPER CARE • Off-season storage i. In warmer climates to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that the battery be maintained on constant charge. ii. The mower may be stored with the charger disconnected if all of the following conditions are met. -the mower is fully charged before storing. -the average temperature of the storage location is below 10°C (50°F) -Storage duration is less than 6 months SERVICE AND INSTALLATION Your Black & Decker cordless mower is shipped with the battery system fully assembled and ready for use. When service or repair is required, it is recommended that you take your mower to an authorized Black & Decker Service Centre. When s...