fit sheath
over blade
charge
with one hand
stretch wide in
sweeping motions
slight downward tilt
forceful rhythm
maintain balance
do not overload
or overreach
see chart in fig.1
to depress release
remove screw
from warm body
before reconnecting
trigger output with care
performance can be maintained
and to facilitate cooling
hold back from power surges
satisfactory operation depends on proper tool care
remember
lubrication oil is available
Found poem from leaflet for Black and Decker
GTC36552PC & GTC3655PCLB

Ceinwen lives in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, and writes short stories and poetry. She has been widely published in web magazines and in print anthologies. She is a Pushcart (2019 & 2020) and Forward Prize (2019) nominee. She believes everyone’s voice counts.