Maintenance - Black & Decker GSN30 Instruction Manual

Use
CAUTION: Let the tool work at its own pace.
DO NOT OVERLOAD.
Switching on and off
Blades coast after turn off.
CAUTION:
• Push and hold the lock button (2) (fig. E)
Switching on
to the right or to the left and then squeeze
the on/off switch (1).
• Release the lock-off button.
• Release the on/off switch (1).
Switching off
WARNING
:
Hints for optimum use (figs. F, G, H & I)
Trimming grass
Blades coast after turn off.
CAUTION:
• In order to achieve optimum cutting results, only cut dry grass.
• Hold the tool as shown in fig. F & G. Keep your other hand well
away from the blade. Maintain a
stable working position so that you
do not slip. Do not overreach.
• When cutting long grass, work in
stages from the top. Take small cuts.
• Keep the tool away from hard
objects and delicate plants.
• If the tool starts running slowly,
reduce the load.
• To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.
• Spray the blade with a light coating of
general purpose oil before first use and
whenever the blades begin to look dry.
E
Never attempt to lock the switch in the on position.
F
G
Trimming hedges
CAUTION:
• Slightly tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the line of cut) so that the blade
tips point slightly towards the hedge
(fig. H). This will cause the blades to
cut more effectively.
• Start by trimming the top of the hedge.
Hold the tool at the desired angle and
move it steadily along the line of cut.
The double-sided blade allows you to
cut in either direction.
• In order to obtain a very straight cut,
stretch a piece of string along the
length of the hedge at the desired
height. Use the string as a guide line,
cutting just above it.
• In order to obtain flat sides, cut upwards with the growth (fig. I).
Younger stems move outwards when the blade cuts downwards,
causing shallow patches in the hedge.
• Take care to avoid any foreign objects.
Especially avoid hard objects such as
metal wire and railings, as these could
damage the blades.
• Regularly oil the blades.
Your Black & Decker tool has been

Maintenance

designed to operate over a long period of
time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends
upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Your charger does not require any
maintenance apart from regular cleaning.
tool, switch off the tool. Unplug the charger before cleaning it. WARNING
• Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using a soft
brush or dry cloth.
• Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do not use any
abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
5
Blades coast after turn off.
H
I
Before performing any maintenance on the
: