Protecting The Environment - Black & Decker Alligator GKC1000 Original Instructions Manual

Replacing worn out saw chains
Replacement saw chains are available through retailers or
Black & Decker service agents. Always use genuine spare
parts.
Saw chain sharpness
The saw chain cutters will blunt immediately if they touch the
ground or a nail while cutting.
Saw chain tension
Regularly check the saw chain tension.
What to do if your chainsaw needs repair
Your tool is in accordance with the relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by a
qualified person using original spare parts otherwise this
may result in considerable danger to the user. We
recommend you keep this user manual in a safe place.
Storage
When the tool will not be used for several months, wipe any
metal components with oil. Ideally, leave the battery (6)
connected to the charger.
Proceed as follows:
Fully charge the battery (6).
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Remove the battery (6) from the tool.
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Store the tool and battery (6) in a secure and dry

location. The storage temperature must always remain
in the range of +5°C to +40°C. Place the battery (6) on
a level surface.
Before using the tool after prolonged storage, fully

charge the battery (6) again.

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging
allows materials to be recycled and used again. Re-
use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand
for raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and
recycling of Black & Decker products once they have
reached the end of their working life. To take advantage of
this service please return your product to any authorised
repair agent who will collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of
our after-sales service and contacts are available on the
Internet at: www.2helpU.com.
Batteries
At the end of their useful life, discard batteries with
due care for our environment:
Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
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Do not dispose of the battery(s) in a fire as this may
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result in a risk of personal injury or an explosion.
Run the battery down completely, then remove it from
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the tool.
Batteries are recyclable. Place the battery(s) in a
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suitable packaging to ensure that the terminals cannot
be short-circuited. Take them to any authorised repair
agent or a local recycling station.
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