Black & Decker GLC120 manual

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    1 GLC120[...]

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    2 Copyright Black & Decker[...]

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    9 ENGLISH CORDLESS GRASS TRIMMER GLC120 CONGRATULATIONS! You have chosen a Black & Decker tool. Our aim is to provide quality tools at an affordable price. We hope that you will enjoy using this tool for many years. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY GLC120 Black & Decker declares that these tools conform to: 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, EN 6[...]

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    10 ENGLISH ◆ The intended use is described in this manual. The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury. ◆ Retain this manual for future reference. Work area ◆ Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the to[...]

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    11 ENGLISH ◆ Switch on the tool only when hands and feet are away from the cutting line. ◆ Avoid body contact with the cutting line while the tool is running. ◆ Do not work on steep slopes. Be sure of your footing. Be aware that freshly cut grass is damp and slippery. ◆ Take care when trimming near borders and gravel paths or roads, as ston[...]

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    12 ENGLISH CARTON CONTENTS The carton contains: 1 Cordless grass trimmer 1 Charger 1 Guard with mounting screw 1 Wall mount 2 Mounting screws 2 Wall plugs 1 Instruction manual ◆ Carefully unpack all parts. OVERVIEW (fig. A) 1. On/off switch 2. Lock-off button 3. Battery housing 4. Secondary handle 5. Handle knob 6. Head release knob 7. Motor hous[...]

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    13 ENGLISH ◆ To charge the battery on the wall base: - Make sure the charging insert (21) is fitted in the wall mount (14) (fig. C). - Hang the tool on the wall mount as shown (fig. F). ◆ To charge the battery elsewhere: - Insert the plug (32) into the connector (33) on the battery housing. - Place the tool on a flat and level surface as shown.[...]

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    14 ENGLISH ◆ When cutting long grass, work in stages from the top. ◆ 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 th[...]

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    15 ENGLISH Storage When the tool will not be used for several months, ideally leave the battery connected to the charger. Otherwise proceed as follows: ◆ Fully charge the battery. ◆ Store the tool in a secure and dry location. The storage temperature must always remain in the range of +5 °C to +40 °C. ◆ Before using the tool after prolonged[...]

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    16 ENGLISH ◆ Place the tool on a firm surface, allowing access to the screws (36) in the handle casing (fig. O). ◆ Remove the screws (36) from the handle casing. ◆ Remove the top part of the handle casing. ◆ Remove the screws (37) from the battery housing (fig. P). ◆ Remove the top part of the battery housing. ◆ Disconnect the wires (38[...]

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    17 ENGLISH OTHER OUTDOOR TOOLS Black & Decker has a full range of outdoor power tools that make life in the garden easy. If you would like further information on the following products, please contact our Service and Information Centre (see the address page towards the end of this manual) or your local Black & Decker retailer. String trimme[...]

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    20 Australia D E WALT Industrial Power Tool Company Tel. 03 9895 9200 7 Clarice Road Fax 03 9899 7465 Box Hill, Victoria 3128 New Zealand Black & Decker Tel. 09 579 7600 81 Hugo Johnson Drive Fax 09 579 8200 Penrose, Auckland, New Zealand South Africa Black & Decker South Africa (Pty) Ltd Tel. (011) 653-1400 Physical address: Fax (011) 653-[...]

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    21 Dealer address Date of purchase ✁ Name: ...................................................................................................... Address: ................................................................................................... Town: .......................................................................................[...]

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    22 GUARANTEE CARD Please complete this section immediately after the purchase of your tool and send it to Black & Decker in your country. If you live in Australia or New Zealand, please register by using the alternative guarantee card supplied. ✁ 498077-00[...]