Maintenance - Black & Decker GR3000 Instruction Manual

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.
• Set the wheels to the desired height setting.
• Swivel the wheels back into the locked position, making sure that all wheels are set to the same height.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF (FIG. P)
SWITCHING ON
• Hold the handle with both hands and tilt it slightly downwards to raise the front of the appliance.
• Keep the lock-off button (2) pressed and pull the on/off switch (3) towards you.
• Release the lock-off button (2).
• Let the appliance return to its working position.
SWITCHING OFF
• To switch the appliance off, release the on/off switch (3).
Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position.
MOWING (FIG. F)
We recommend to use yourmower as outlined in this section in order to achieve optimum results and to reduce the risk of
cutting the mains cable.
• Place the bulk of the mains cable on the lawn, close to the starting point (Position 1 in fig. F).
• Switch the appliance on as described above.
• Proceed as shown in Fig. F.
• Move from Position 1 to Position 2.
• Turn right and proceed towards Position 3.
• Turn left and move towards Position 4.
• Repeat the above procedure as required.
Warning! Do not work towards the cable as shown in Fig. G.
EMPTYING THE GRASS BAG
• When you see loose grass scattering from beneath the mower, empty the grass bag.
Warning! Never use the appliance without the grass bag.
CARRYING THE MOWER (FIG. H)
Warning! Disconnect the appliance from the mains and wait until the blade has stopped rotating before proceeding.
• The mower can be carried using the convenient carry handles (8).
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
• If the grass is longer than approx. 10cm, make two cuts to obtain a better finish. First mow at maximum height of cut,
then use a low or medium height of cut.
• In order to achieve optimum results, only mow dry grass.

MAINTENANCE

Your Black & Decker appliance has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper appliance care and regular cleaning.
• Keep the appliance clean and dry.
• Regularly clean the ventilation slots with a clean, dry paint brush.
• Regularly use a blunt scraper to remove grass and dirt from the appliance.
• To clean the appliance, use only mild soap and a damp cloth. Never let any liquid get inside the tool and never immerse
any part of the tool into liquid. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
• Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for misalignment and seizure of moving parts,
breakage of parts, damage to guards and switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation. Ensure that
the appliance will operate properly and perform its intended function. Never use the appliance when any guard or enclosure
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