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Installing a new AFS (Automatic Feed Spool) for
the cutting line (Fig. K and L)
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Unplug the tool.
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Release the tabs (1) and remove the cassette (2) from
the cassette cover (3) which is inside the cutting head
(Fig. K).
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Take the empty spool (4) with one hand and the
cassette with the other, and remove the spool from
the cassette. If the lever (5) on the base of the
cassette is released, place it back in the correct
position before inserting the new spool into the
cassette.
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Clean any dirt or grass from the cassette and cover.
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Take the new spool and push it onto the protrusion (6)
(Fig. L) on the cassette. Rotate the spool slightly until
it is well placed.
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Loosen the end of a cutting line and put it into
one of the holes (7) Fig. L. The line should protrude
approximately 111mm (4-3/8’’) on the outside of the
cassette.
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Loosen the end of the other line and put it into the
other hole. The line should protrude approximately
111mm (4-3/8’’) on the outside of the cassette.
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Align the cassette tabs (1) with the grooves (8) on the
cover
(Fig. K).
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Push the cassette into the cover until it clicks firmly
into place.
Caution!
To prevent damage to the tool, if the cutting
lines protrude beyond the cutting blade (9), cut them short
so that they can only reach the blade (Fig. K).
How to roll a new line on an empty spool
(Figs. M and N)
You may roll a new cutting line onto an empty spool. You
can request 1.7 mm (0.065”) cutting line refill packs from
your local dealer
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Remove the empty spool from the tool as described
in “Installing a new AFS (Automatic Feed Spool) for
the cutting line”.
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Remove any remaining cutting line from the spool.
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First, roll up the new line on the highest part of the
spool:
► Insert 19mm (3/4”) of the cutting line into one of
the anchoring slots of the line.
► Roll up the cutting line onto the spool in the
direction of the arrow on the spool.
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Be sure to roll up the line neatly and in layers. Not
interweaving
(Fig. M).
► When the coiled cutting line reaches the slots
(10), cut the line. (Fig. N).
► Temporarily hold the line in the retaining slots (11)
on one side of the spool, as shown in Fig. N.
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Repeat for the second cutting line on the lower section
of the spool.
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Install the spool into the tool as described in “Installing
a new spool for the cutting line”.
Caution! Before trimming, be sure to use only the
appropriate type of cutting line and that the line is present
in both sections of the spool (Fig. M).
MAINTENANCE
Warning! Before making this change, make sure that
line trimmer is switched OFF and unplugged.
Maintenance and storage
a. Always unplug the machine from the electric power
supply (i.e. remove from the power outlet) before
cleaning or performing maintenance.
b. Use only parts and accessories recommended by the
manufacturer.
c. Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. The
machine must only be repaired by authorized personnel.
d. When the machine is not in use, store it in a place
away from the reach of children.
Warning!
To avoid serious injury, turn off and unplug
the tool before performing any maintenance.
1. Keep the air intake slots clear (Fig. O) to prevent
overheating.
2. The cutting string can dry out over time. To keep
the string in optimum conditions, store the pre-coiled
replacement spools or the string in a sealed plastic
bag with a tablespoon of water.
3. Plastic parts can be cleaned using mild soap and a
damp cloth.
4. The string cutter on the end of the guard can become
dull over time. We recommend periodical maintenance
of the blade’s edge with a file.
5. Do not immerse tool in water or splash it with a hose.
Do not allow any liquid to get inside of it.
6. Do not store the tool on or near fertilizers or chemicals.
7. Do not clean with a pressure washer.
Warning! If the power cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its representative or a
similarly qualified person to avoid danger. If the cord is
replaced by an equally qualified person, but who is not
authorized by BLACK + DECKER, the warranty will not
apply.
Important! To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those
listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized
service centers or other qualified service personnel,
always using identical replacement parts.
