Electrical Safety - Black & Decker GR233 Manual

Switch off, remove the plug from the socket
and ensure that moving parts have stopped
rotating before leaving the appliance
unattended and before changing, cleaning
or inspecting any parts of the appliance.
Before using the appliance, check that the
x
blade, blade nut and cutter assembly are not
worn or damaged. Check that the blade nut is
securely fastened.
Check the grass bag for wear or damage and
x
replace it if necessary. Never use the appliance
without the grass bag.
Before using the appliance, check that your
x
mowing path is free from sticks, stones, wire
and any other objects.
Only use the appliance in the correct position,
x
with the blade near the ground, as shown in
the illustrations. Never switch the appliance on
in any other position.
Switch on the appliance only when hands and
x
feet are away from the blade.
Always use both hands to operate the appliance.
x
When tilting the handle downwards to switch
x
the appliance on, do not tilt it more than
necessary. Make sure that you have both
hands on the handle and that your feet are
well away from the blade before returning the
appliance to the ground.
Avoid body contact with the blade while the
x
appliance is running. Keep your hands and feet
well away from the blade. Do not put your
hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Walk, never run when using the appliance.
x
Do not pull the appliance towards you or walk
backwards when using the appliance.
Do not work on steep slopes. Be sure of your
x
footing. Be aware that freshly cut grass is
damp and slippery.
Take care when mowing near borders and
x
gravel paths or roads, as stones and soil may
be moved by the blade.
Do not lift the appliance until the blade has
x
come to a complete standstill.
Take care to keep the mains cable away from
x
the blade. Always be aware of the position of
the cable.
If the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally or
x
if you hit a foreign object, switch the appliance
off and remove the plug from the socket.
Check for any damage to the appliance.
Use only Black & Decker recommended spare
x
parts and accessories.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

The appliance has been designed for one voltage
only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
This appliance is designed for use on AC
(mains) power supplies only. Do not
attempt to use on any other supply.
This appliance is double insulated in
accordance with EN 60335; therefore no
earth wire is required.
Prevent body contact with earthed or grounded
x
surfaces (e.g. metal railings, lamp-posts etc.).
Electric safety can be further improved by
x
using a high-sensitivity (30 mA / 30 mS)
residual current device (RCD).
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
Should your mains plug need replacing and
x
you are competent to do this, proceed as
instructed below. If you are in doubt, contact
an authorised repair agent or a qualified
electrician.
Disconnect the plug from the supply and
x
remove the fuse from the plug.
Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug
x
with bared copper conductors is dangerous if
engaged in a live socket outlet.
Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs
x
fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1).
Use 13 Amperes fuses.
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