Hints For Optimum Use - Black & Decker GT4245 Original Instructions Manual

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Fitting the guard (fi g. A & B)
♦ Remove the two partially inserted screws from
the body of the tool.
♦ Locate the guard (4) into the grooves.
♦ Secure the guard using the two screws (7)
supplied.
Warning! Never use the tool without the guard.
Connecting the tool to the mains (fi g. C)
Unless the tool is fi tted with a mains cable, you
will need to connect an extension cable to the
power inlet.
♦ Connect the female socket of a suitable
extension cable to the power inlet of the tool.
♦ Loop the cable through the cable restraint (6)
as shown to prevent the extension cable from
becoming detached during use.
♦ Insert the mains plug into a mains outlet.
Warning! The extension cable must be suitable
for outdoor use. When using a cable reel, always
unwind the cable completely.
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do
not overload.
Rotating the front handle (fi g. D) (GT4550
Only)
For you comfort and convienience during use,
the front handle can be rotated into 5 diferent
positions.
♦ Press in the front handle rotate button (8).
♦ Rotate the front handle (3) to the required
position.
♦ Release the front handle rotate button (8).
Note: It is not possible to rotate the front handle
of the hedge trimmer whilst the hedge trimmer is
running.
Switching on and off
Note: For your safety, this tool is equipped with
a double switching system. This system prevents
starting the tool inadvertently and will only allow
operation while holding the tool with both hands.
Switching on (Fig. E)
♦ Take hold of the front handle (3) with one hand
so that the front handle switch (2) is pushed
into the body of the front handle.
♦ With the other hand, squeeze the trigger
switch (1) to start the tool.
Switching off
♦ Release the handle switch (2) or the trigger
switch (1).
8
Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the on
position.

Hints for optimum use

♦ Start by trimming the top of the hedge. Slightly
tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the line of cut)
so that the blade tips point slightly towards
the hedge (fi g. F). This will cause the blades
to cut more effectively. 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 guideline, cutting just above it (fi g. G).
♦ In order to obtain fl at sides, cut upwards with
the growth. Younger stems move outwards
when the blade cuts downwards, causing
shallow patches in the hedge (fi g. H).
♦ Take care to avoid any foreign objects.
Especially avoid hard objects such as metal
wire and railings, as these could damage the
blades (fi g. I).
♦ Regularly oil the blades.
Guidelines for trimming
♦ Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves
(new leaves every year) in June and October.
♦ Trim evergreens in April and August.
♦ Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs
every six weeks from May until October.
Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New
Zealand)
♦ Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves
(new leaves every year) in December and
March.
♦ Trim evergreens in September and February.
♦ Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs
every six weeks from October until March.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on
the accessory used. Black & Decker and
Piranha accessories are engineered to high
quality standards and designed to enhance
the performance of your tool. By using these
accessories you will get the very best from your
tool.
Lubrication oil is available from your
Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6102-XJ).