Intended use Secure workpiece Your Black & Decker strimmer GL701/GL716/GL720/GL741 has Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is safer and it been designed for trimming and finishing lawn edges and to frees both hands to operate the tool.
Do not abuse cord Before use check the supply and extension cord for any Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to disconnect from the signs of damage or ageing. If the cord becomes damaged socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. during use, disconnect the cord from the supply immediately.
Assembly Adjusting the height of the tool (fig. D) Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is This tool has a telescopic mechanism, allowing you to set it to switched off and unplugged. a comfortable height. There are three height settings. To adjust the height setting, proceed as follows: Fitting the guard (fig.
Fitting a new spool of cutting line (fig. E & F) Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only) Replacement spools of cutting line are available from your If a new mains plug needs to be fitted: Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6495). Safely dispose of the old plug.
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not GL701/GL716/GL720/GL741 dispose of it with household waste. Make this product Black & Decker declares that these products conform to: available for separate collection.
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To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. 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.