Black & Decker GRC4736SD, Original Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
Intended use
Your Black & Decker mower has been designed for mowing
grass. This appliance is intended for consumer use only.
Safety instructions
Warning! When using cordless appliances, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury and
material damage.
Warning! When using the machine the safety rules must be
followed. For your own safety and bystanders please read
these instructions before operating the machine. Please keep
the instructions safe for later use.
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Read all of this manual carefully before operating the
appliance.
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The intended use is described in this manual. The use of
any accessory or attachment or the performance of any
operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
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Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
Always take care when using the appliance.
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This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm
persons without supervision.
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The appliance is not to be used as a toy.
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Do not allow children or animals to come near the work
area or touch the appliance or power supply cord.
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Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is
used near children.
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Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to
become wet.
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Do not immerse the appliance in water.
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Do not open body casing. There are no userserviceable
parts inside.
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Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust.
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To reduce the risk of damage to plugs and cords never
pull the cable to remove the plug from a socket.
After use
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When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry,
well ventilated place out of the reach of children.
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Children should not have access to stored appliances.
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When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle it
should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent
movement following sudden changes in speed or
direction.
Inspection and repairs
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Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective
parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
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Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or
defective.
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Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent.
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Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specified in this manual.
Additional safety instructions for lawnmowers
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Firmly grip handle with both hands when operating the
lawnmower.
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If at any time it is felt necessary to tilt the lawnmower,
make sure that both hands remain in the operating
position while the lawnmower is tilted. Keep both hands in
the operating position until the lawnmower is returned to
rest correctly on the ground.
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Never wear radio or music headphones while operating
the lawnmower.
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Never attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while
the motor is running or while the safety key is in the switch
housing.
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If the lawnmower stalls, release bail bar to turn mower off,
wait for blade to stop and remove the safety key, before
attempting to unclog the chute or remove anything from
under the deck.
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Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
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Keep blades sharp. Always use protective gloves when
handling the lawnmower blade.
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If you are using the grass bag (15), check it frequently for
wear and deterioration. If excessively worn, replace with a
new bag for your safety.
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Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
lawnmower towards you.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under the lawnmower.
Keep clear of the discharger opening at all times.
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Clear the area where the lawnmower is to be used of
objects such as rocks, sticks, wire, toys, bones etc., which
could be thrown by the blade. Objects struck by the blade
can cause severe injury to persons. Stay behind the
handle when the motor is running.
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Do not operate the lawnmower barefooted or while
wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
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Do not pull lawnmower backward unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before and while
moving backward.
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Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material
may ricochet back toward the operator. Release the bail
bar to turn the lawnmower off and stop the blade when
crossing gravel surfaces.