Blade Maintenance; Troubleshooting; Protecting The Environment - Black & Decker GR3000 Instruction Manual

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is damaged or not in place. Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective. Do not use the appliance if the
switch does not turn it on and off. Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws on the appliance tight to ensure a safe working condition.
• Check the grass bag for wear or damage and replace it if necessary. Never use the appliance without the grass bag.
• When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry place. Children should not have access to stored appliances.
• Ensure that only replacement cutting means of the right type are used.
• Use only Black & Decker recommended spare parts and accessories.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service Centre in
order to avoid a hazard.

BLADE MAINTENANCE

• Regularly remove grass and dirt from the blade.
• At the beginning of the gardening season, carefully examine the condition of the blade.
• If the blade is very blunt, sharpen or replace the blade.
• If the blade is damaged or worn, fit a new blade as described below.
REPLACING THE BLADE (FIG. I)
• A replacement blade is available from your Black & Decker dealer.
- Cat no. A6244 can be used on the following mowers: GR3000.
Warning! Observe the following precautions:
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains and wait until the blade has stopped rotating before proceeding.
• Be careful not to cut yourself. Use heavy-duty gloves or a cloth to grip the blade.
• Only use the specified replacement blade.
• Do not remove the impeller (15) for any reason.
TO REPLACE THE BLADE
• Turn the appliance onto its side.
• Grip the blade (16) with one hand.
• Use the spanner supplied to loosen and remove the blade nut (17).
NOTE: When fitting a blade, the text on the blade must be facing the user.
• Replace the blade (16).
• Refit the washer (if fitted before) and nut (17).
• Securely tighten the blade nut.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your appliance seems not to operate properly, follow the instructions below. If this does not solve the problem, please
contact your local Black & Decker repair agent.
Warning! Before proceeding, remove the plug from the socket.
Motor buzzes but blade does not move
• Carefully remove any obstructions from the blade.
No noise and blade does not move
• Check that the power cables are properly connected.
• Check the mains fuses.

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
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