Maintenance - Black & Decker GL701 Original Instructions Manual

Strimmer
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Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged.
Fitting the guard (fig. A)
Remove the Allen screws (13) from the head (14).
Place the guard (8) onto the tool as shown.
Firmly press the guard until it snaps into place.
Secure the guard with the Allen screws.
Tighten the Allen screws using the Allen key (15) provided.
Warning! Never use the tool unless the guard is properly
fitted.
Releasing the cutting line
In transit, the cutting line is taped to the spool housing.
Remove the tape holding the cutting line (11) to the spool
housing (10).
Connecting the tool to the mains
Connect the female plug of a suitable extension cable to
the power inlet (4).
Loop the cable through the cable restraint (3).
Insert the mains plug into a mains outlet.
Warning! The extension cable must be suitable for outdoor use.
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Setting the tool to trimming or edging mode (fig. B - D)
The tool can be used in trimming mode as shown in fig. B or in
edging mode to trim overhanging grass along lawn edges and
flower beds as shown in fig. C.
Trimming mode (fig. B & D)
For trimming, the trimmer head should be in the position
shown in fig. B. If it is not:
Depress the adjustment button (6).
Rotate the tube (7), while releasing the button.
When the head is in position, the button will lock into
place.
Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.
Edging mode (fig. C & D)
For edging, the trimmer head should be in the position shown
in fig. C. If it is not:
Depress the adjustment button (6).
Rotate the tube (7), while releasing the button.
When the head is in position, the button will lock into
place.
Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.
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Adjusting the height of the tool (fig. D)
This tool has a telescopic mechanism, allowing you to set it to
a comfortable height. There are three height settings.
To adjust the height setting, proceed as follows:
Depress the adjustment button (6).
Gently pull the tube (7) out of the motor housing (16) to
the desired height, while releasing the button.
When the tube is in position, the button will lock into place.
Switching on and off
To switch the tool on, squeeze the trigger lever (1).
To switch the tool off, release the trigger lever.
Warning! Never attempt to lock the trigger lever in the on
position.
Hints for optimum use
General
In order to achieve optimum cutting results, only cut dry
grass.
Trimming
Hold the tool as shown in fig. B.
Gently swing the trimmer from side to side.
When cutting long grass, work in stages from the top.
Take small cuts.
Keep the tool away from hard objects and delicate plants.
If the tool starts running slowly, reduce the load.
Edging
Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges deeper than
50 mm.
Do not use the tool to create edges. To create edges,
use an edging spade.
Guide the tool as shown in fig. C.
To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.

Maintenance

Your tool has been designed to operate over a long period of
time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory
operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance, switch off and
unplug the tool.
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool using a
soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly clean the cutting line and spool using a soft
brush or dry cloth.
Regularly use a blunt scraper to remove grass and dirt
from the underneath of the guard.

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