Black & Decker GL220, Manual

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E N G L I S H

Never use a light socket.

Using an extension cable

Always use an approved extension cable suitable
for the power input of this appliance (see rating
plate). The extension cable must be suitable for
outdoor use.

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Before use, inspect the cable for signs of
damage, wear and ageing. Replace the
extension cable if damaged or defective.

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When using a cable reel, always unwind the
cable completely.

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Take care to keep the cable away from the
cutting line. Always be aware of the position
of the cable.

CARTON CONTENTS

The carton contains:
1 Grass trimmer
1 Guard with mounting screw
1 Spool with cutting line
1 Instruction manual

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Carefully unpack all parts.

OVERVIEW (fig. A)

1. On/off switch
2. Handle
3. Power inlet (not for UK)
3. Mains cable (UK)
4. Guard
5. Line trimming blade
6. Spool housing
7. Cutting line

ASSEMBLY

Before assembly, make sure that the tool
is switched off and unplugged.

Fitting the guard (fig. B)

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Unplug the tool.

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Remove the screw (8) from the guard (4).

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Place the guard (4) onto the tool as shown.

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Firmly press the guard until it snaps into place.

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Secure the guard with the screw (8).

Never use the tool unless the guard is
properly fitted.

Assembling and fitting the spool (fig. A & D)

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Make sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged.

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Thread the cutting line through the hole (10)
in the inner cover (11).

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Unclip the line from the groove (12).

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Place the inner cover (11) on the spool (13).

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Make sure that at least 5 cm of line protrudes
from the spool.

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Take the spool in one hand, holding the spool
housing (14) with the other.

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Fit the spool by pushing down (A) and turning
clockwise (B) until the spool clicks into place.

If the cutting line protrudes beyond the
trimming blade (5), cut it off so that it just
reaches the blade.

Feeding out more cutting line (fig. A & E)

A minimum of 5 cm of cutting line should protrude
from the spool at all times. To feed out more line:

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Make sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged.

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While firmly holding the spool housing (14)
with one hand, lift the line out of the slot (15)
with the other.

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Extend the line by pulling it in the direction of
the arrow until it reaches the line trimming
blade.

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When sufficient line protrudes from the spool,
park the line in the next slot (15) in the spool
housing.

If the cutting line protrudes beyond the
trimming blade (5), cut it off so that it just
reaches the blade.

Connecting the tool to the mains (fig. A & C)

Unless the tool is fitted with a mains cable, you will
need to connect an extension cable to the power
inlet (3).

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Connect the female socket of a suitable
extension cable to the power inlet (3).