Black & Decker GR3000 Instruction Manual page 17

► Before using the appliance, visually check that the
blade, blade nut and cutter assembly are not worn
or damaged. Check that the blade nut is securely
fastened.
► Before starting the operation, check that your mowing
path is free from sticks, stones, wire and any other
objects.
Operation
► Never operate the appliance with defective guards or
shields, or without safety devices, for example deflectors
and/or grass catchers, in place.
► Only use the appliance in daylight or good artificial light.
► Do not expose the appliance to rain. Do not use the
appliance in damp or wet conditions. Preferably do not
use the appliance in wet grass.
► Be sure of your footing, particularly on slopes.
Be aware that freshly cut grass is damp and slippery.
Do not work on steep slopes.
► Work across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Take extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
► Walk, never run when using the appliance. Do not pull
the appliance towards you or walk backwards when
using the appliance.
► Switch on the appliance according to instructions and
with your feet well away from the blade.
► Do not tilt appliance when switching it on, except if the
appliance has to be tilted for starting. In that case, do
not tilt the appliancemore than absolutely necessary
and lift only the part that is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the operating
position before returning the appliance to the ground.
► Switch off the appliance and wait for the blade
assembly to stop running if the appliance has to be
tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass, and when transporting the appliance to and
from the area to be mowed.
► Do not lift or carry the appliance until the blade has
come to a complete standstill.
► Keep your hands and feet well away from the blade. Do
not put your hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
► Keep away from discharge openings at all times.
► 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 or clearing
a blockage.
► If the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally or if you hit
a foreign object, switch the appliance off and remove
the plug from the socket. Check for any damage to
the appliance.
► Take care to keep the mains cable away from the blade.
Always be aware of the position of the cable.
► The motor will continue to run for a few seconds after
switching the appliance off. Never attempt to force the
blade to come to a standstill.
FEATURES
1. Switch box
2. Lock-off button
3. On/off switch
4. Upper handle
5. Lower handle
6. Grass bag
7. Motor cover
8. Carry handles
ASSEMBLY
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the
appliance is switched off and unplugged.
Fitting the lower handle (Fig. B)
► Remove the screws (13) from the lower handle (5)
before assembly.
► Insert the ends of the lower handle (5) into the
corresponding holes in the mower.
► Press the handle down as far as it will go.
► Secure the handle using the screws (13).
Assembling the upper handle (Fig. A)
► Make sure that the cable restraint loop (22) is fitted to
the upper handle prior to assembly.
► Fit the lower handle part (5) to the upper handle (4)
using the knobs (11), washers (10) and screws (9)
as shown.
Securing the motor cable (Fig. C)
The motor cable has to be fixed using the cable restraints.
► Clip the one restraint (12) onto the cable leading from
the switchbox to the motor. Secure the restraint to
the lower handle (5).
► Clip the other restraint (12) onto the cable leading from
the switchbox to the motor. Secure the restraint to the
upper handle (4).
Warning! Make sure the mains cable is secured using
the cable restraint loop (22) prior to connecting the plug to
the mains outlet.
Fitting the grass bag (Fig. D)
Lift the flap (14) and place the grass bag (6) over the lugs.
USE
Warning! Let the appliance work at its own pace. Do
not overload.
Adjusting the height of cut (Fig. E)
Warning! Disconnect the appliance from the mains and
wait until the blade has stopped rotating before proceeding.
► Release the wheels by swivelling them out of the
locked position.
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