Black & Decker GT240, User Manual

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18. Repairs
This tool complies with relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare
parts; otherwise this may result in considerable
danger to the user.
Additional safety instructions for hedgetrimmers
Wear safety glasses or goggles when
operating this tool.
Wear gloves when operating this tool.
Wear ear protection when operating this
tool.
Immediately disconnect the cable from the
mains if it is damaged or cut.
Do not expose the tool to rain or high
humidity.
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Keep the cable away from the blades while
using this tool.
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If you have not used a hedgetrimmer before,
preferably seek practical instruction by an
experienced user in addition to studying this
manual.
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Never touch the blades while the tool is running.
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Never attempt to force the blades to come to
a standstill.
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Do not put the tool down until the blades have
come to a complete standstill.
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Regularly check the blades for damage and
wear. Do not use the tool when the blades are
worn or damaged.
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Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal wire,
railings) when trimming. Should you accidentally
hit any such object, immediately switch the
tool off and check for any damage.
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Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally,
immediately switch it off and check for any
damage.
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If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off.
Unplug the tool before attempting to remove
any obstructions.
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After use, place the blade sheath supplied
over the blades. Store the tool, making sure
that the blade is not exposed.
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Always ensure that all guards are fitted when
using the tool. Never attempt to use an
incomplete tool or a tool with unauthorised
modifications.
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Never allow children to use the tool.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
This tool is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
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Should your mains plug need replacing and you
are competent to do this, proceed as instructed
below. If you are in doubt, contact an authorised
repair agent or a qualified electrician.
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Disconnect the plug from the supply and
remove the fuse from the plug.
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Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely;
a plug with bared copper conductors is
dangerous if engaged in a live socket outlet.
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Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs
fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1).
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The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be
marked at the connection points of most good
quality plugs. Attach the wires to their
respective points in the plug (see above).
Brown is for Live (L) (2), blue is for Neutral (N) (4).
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Before replacing the top cover of the mains
plug ensure that the cable restraint (3) is
holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly
and that the leads are correctly fixed at the
terminal screws.
E N G L I S H