Black & Decker LHT321 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
20V MAX* HEDGE TRIMMER
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CATALOG NUMBER
LHT321

Black & Decker LHT321 Specifications

General

Type	Hedge Trimmer
Power Source	Battery
Voltage	20V
Weight	5.6 lbs
Battery Type	Lithium Ion
Blade Length	22 inches
Cutting Capacity	3/4 inch

Summary

General Power Tool Safety Rules

Work Area and Electrical Safety

Personal Safety Precautions

Power Tool Use and Care Guidelines

Power Tool Operation and Maintenance

Battery Tool Use and Care

Hedge Trimmer Specific Safety Warnings

Blade and Handling Safety

Warnings about blade contact, using two hands, and keeping body parts away from moving blades.

Guard, Extension Cord, and Foreign Object Safety

Importance of guards, proper extension cord use, and checking for foreign objects.

Important Safety Instructions for Battery Chargers

Charger Safety Precautions

Critical safety warnings and instructions for using BLACK+DECKER battery chargers.

Charger Safety Guidelines

Charger Usage Restrictions

Charger Handling and Maintenance

Important Safety Instructions for Battery Packs

Battery Pack Handling and Disposal

Warnings regarding battery incineration, contact with skin/eyes, and respiratory irritation.

Battery Pack Environment and Usage

Battery Pack Damage and Fire Hazard

Warnings about battery damage, fire hazards from short circuits, and avoiding battery tampering.

Battery Pack Safety and Charging

Charging Procedure Steps

Important Charging Notes

Charger and Battery Pack Safety

Warnings about liquids, opening battery packs, and returning damaged packs.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

Battery Pack Installation

Battery Pack Removal

Assembly Instructions

Attaching Guard and Bail Handle

Operation Switch

Hedge Trimmer Operation

Instructions on how to turn the hedge trimmer on and off using the trigger and lock-off button.

Trimming Instructions

Working Position and Grip

Guidance on maintaining proper footing, balance, and grip while trimming.

Trimming New Growth

Using POWERCUT™ Feature

Instructions on using the POWERCUT™ button to clear jams and its limitations.

Trimming Limitations and Warnings

Maintenance

Battery Pack Removal for Servicing

Blade Care and Nicks

Service Information

Locating Service Centers

Troubleshooting

Slow Running, Noisy, or Hot Blades

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to blade performance and unit noise/heat.

Unit Will Not Start

Diagnosing and resolving issues when the hedge trimmer fails to start.

Battery Won't Charge

Steps to identify and fix problems preventing the battery pack from charging.

Blades Jammed on Branch

Solutions for when the blades become jammed on a branch during operation.