The cordless LST136 string trimmer.

Offering Black & Decker's exclusive PowerDrive Transmission, the 13-inch cordless LST136 trimmer and edger delivers more power from the motor to the cutting string so you can get the job done faster. You'll be able to trim grass in hard-to-reach areas where mowers cannot cut while also maintaining a neat edging along hard surfaces. It's powered by Black & Decker's high-powered 36-volt lithium battery system, which offers power, excellent runtime, and the versatility to share batteries with other tools within the system.

The Lithium Advantage

Black & Decker's 36-volt lithium-ion system offers numerous benefits over older battery technologies and gas options, notably the ability to put more power into a small and compact battery. Lithium batteries have a longer lifecycle than other types, and they also hold their charge longer when taken off the charger. This means that once charged, a lithium battery is always ready to use. The included Energy Star-rated fast charger fully recharges the battery in about 1 hour.

Trimming Power and Convenience

Choose the amount of power you need to get the job done faster and more efficiently. Use PowerCommand dial to choose between max power to tackle thick weeds (8500 RPM) and max runtime to increase battery life (6500 RPM). The PowerDrive Transmission design provides more cutting force to cut twice the amount of branches at one time.

The LST136's head can be rotated 180-degrees for quick switches between cutting and edging tasks. It also offers Black & Decker's Automatic Feed Spool (AFS) system, which uses centrifugal force to dispense more line whenever you need it for added predictability and dependability--no bumping required. Other features include an auxiliary handle with quick release, 13-inch cutting swath, and 0.065 line diameter.

What's in the Box

LST136 cordless trimmer/edger; LBXR36 36-volt lithium-ion battery; LC36 36-volt fast charger; AF-100 spool; guard; auxiliary handle; operating instructions

LST136 13-Inch String Trimmer Key Features:

• Easily converts from trimmer to edger with a quick turn of the shaft
  
  
• Automatic feed spool advances line automatically so you don't have to bump
  
  
• 36-volt lithium-ion battery provides longer runtime and longer battery life year after year
  
  
• Fast charger recharges 36-volt battery in about 1 hour
  
  
• Power Command controls speed for maximum run-time or maximum power
  
  
• Variable speed of 6,500 to 8,500 RPM
  
  
• Auxiliary handle with quick release