Black & Decker CM2045 Instruction Manual - Page 15

Z 39 35 38 BLADE BALANCING (Figure Z1) Check balance of the blade (35) by placing center hole in the blade over a nail or round shank screwdriver (40), clamped horizontally in a vise (38). If either end of the blade rotates downward, file along the sharp edge of that dropping end. Blade is properly balanced when neither end drops. 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 fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can cause rapid corrosion. MREEQETUSIRCEPMSECNTSSAFETY BLACK+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. MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by BLACK+DECKER Service Centers or other qualified service organizations, always using BLACK+DECKER replacement parts. When servicing use ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. 38 40 35 ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES FOR USE WITH YOUR MOWER ARE AVAILABLE FROM YOUR LOCAL DEALER OR AUTHORIZED SERVICE Z1 CENTER. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE REGARDING ACCESSORIES, PLEASE CALL: 1-800-544-6986 LUBRICATION No lubrication is necessary. Do not oil the wheels. They have plastic bearing surfaces which require no lubrication. CLEANING Release bail handle (2) 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 follows: Release bail handle (2) to turn mower off and remove safety key and battery. Wipe all exposed parts with a damp cloth. WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous. THE RBRC™ SEAL The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the LI-ION 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+DECKER. RBRC™ in cooperation with BLACK+DECKER and other battery users, has established programs in the United States to facilitate the collection of spent LI-ION batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent LI-ION battery to an authorized BLACK+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. RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. 15