Operation; Maintenance And Storage - Black+Decker GR1000 Instruction Manual

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PREPARATION
1. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment,
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine (stones, sticks, metal wire,
bones, etc.).
3. Before using, always carry out a visual inspection,
particularly of the blade, seeing that the screws
and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged blades and screws in sets
to preserve balance.
4. Before mowing, attach the discharge opening guards
(grass catcher or deflector).
Warning! Danger. Damp and electricity do not go together
f The handling and connection of cables must be
done in the dry;
f Use a 30 mA residual current device (RCD);
f Never allow contact between an electric socket
or cable with a wet area (puddles or damp grass);
f Connections between cables and sockets must
be of the waterproof type. Only use extension
cables with moulded-on waterproof or approved
sockets available commercially.
5. The power supply cables must not be of lower quality
than the H05RN-F. H05RR-F. H05WF. H05VVH2-F
type for outdoor use and with minimum cross-section
size of 1.5 sq. mm.
6. Clamp the cable onto the cable-hook before starting
the equipment.
7. The permanent connection of any electrical device
to a building circuit must be performed by a
qualified electrician, in accordance with electrical
regulations in force. An incorrect connection may
cause severe injury or death.

OPERATION

1. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass or when
raining.
3. Never go over the electric cable with the lawnmower.
While cutting, the cable should always be pulled
behind the lawnmower and always from the area of
grass already cut. Use the cable hook in the way
already described in this manual to avoid the cable's
unexpected disconnection. Ensure that it is properly
inserted and avoid forcing into the power socket.
4. Never pull the lawnmower by its power cable or pull
the cable to remove the plug. Do not expose the cable
to sources of heat or let it come in contact with oil,
solvents or sharp objects.
5. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
6. Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to be pulled
along by the lawnmower.
7. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
8. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
9. Do not mow on slopes of more than 20°.
10. Exercise extreme caution when pulling the lawnmower
towards you.
11. Stop the blade if the lawnmower has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the lawnmower to and
from the area to be mowed
12. Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards,
or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/
or grass catchers, in place.
13. On those models with drive traction, disengage the
drive clutch before starting the motor.
14. Start the motor or switch on the motor carefully
according to instructions and with feet well away from
the blade.
15. Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the motor or
switching on the motor. Start the motor or motor on a
flat surface that is free of obstacles and tall grass.
16. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
17. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the motor is
running.
18. Stop the motor and disconnect the power supply cable:
f Before carrying out any work beneath the cutting
deck or unclogging the chute;
f Before checking , cleaning or working on
lawnmower;
f After striking a foreign object inspec the
lawnmower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the lawnmower; if the
lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally immediately
check and remove the cause of the vibration;
f Whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended;
f When transporting the equipment.
19. Stop the motor:
f Every time the grass catcher is removed
or replaced.
f Before regulating the grass cutting height.
20. When mowing, always keep to a safe distance
from the rotating blade. This distance is the length
of the handle.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Keep all nuts,bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition. Regular
maintenance is essential for safety and for
maintaining performance levels.
2. To reduce the fire hazard,keep the lawnmower, and
particularly the motor, free of grass, leaves, or
excessive grease. Do not leave garden rubbish
containers within a room.