Black & Decker GL530 User Manual

Grass Trimmer

Instruction Manual

Congratulations!

Your purchase of this Black & Decker Reflex® grass trimmer and lawn edger assures you of years of problem free trimming. The Reflex® not only trims grass and edges the lawn (GL540), it also has a unique totally automatic line feed system. You do nothing - the Reflex® system means non-stop trimming; by the use of a simple mechanism it senses when the line has worn and, when needed, automatically feeds out line to its optimum cutting length. You just switch the unit on and trim.

Description

Following is a list of the parts that will be mentioned in this instruction leaflet and are shown in the appropriate diagrams:

Body (1)

Secondary handle (2) Trigger switch (3) Switch handle (4) Supply cord restraint (5) Power inlet or supply cord (6) Edge conversion button (GL540) (7) Line trimming blade (8) Cutting line (9) Guard (10) Guard retaining lugs (11)

Guard screw (12) Guard screw hole (13) Front edge (14) Spool cover (15)

Spool cover tab (16) Spool housing (17) Eyelet (18) Spool (19)

Arrow (20)

Line retaining hole (21) Lever (22)

Safety instructions

Read all of this manual carefully, observing all the recommended safety instructions before, during and after using your machine. Maintain your machine in good working order.

Familiarise yourself with the controls on your machine before attempting to operate it, but above all, be sure you know how to stop your machine in an emergency.

Retain this manual and all other literature supplied with your machine for future reference.

Electrical connection

• Your machine is designed for use on AC

(mains) electrical supplies only. Do not attempt to use on any other supply.

• Plug your machine into a power point,

never in a light socket.

• Do not leave your machine unattended

whilst it is connected to the electrical supply.

• Always switch off and remove the plug

from the mains before cleaning,

inspecting or adjusting any part of the trimmer, or if the supply cord has become damaged or entangled.

Double insulation

Your machine is double insulated. This means that all external metal parts are electrically isolated from the power supply. This is achieved by placing an extra insulation barrier between the electrical and mechanical parts. Double insulation means greater electrical safety and obviates the necessity of having the machine earthed.

Power supply cord

• The power supply cord should be

regularly inspected for signs of damage or ageing and only used if in good condition.

• Always keep the power supply cord

away from the cutting line (9), be aware of its position at all times.

• Never carry your machine by the cord or

jerk the cord to remove the plug from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oils and sharp edges.

• Have damaged cords replaced

completely by your nearest Black & Decker service centre. Do not attempt to do this yourself as the switch handle is not customer serviceable.

Cutting line

• Take care against injury from line trimming

blade (8) during unpacking and assembly and any excess line which may be cut off when the trimmer is first operated.

• The cutting line (9) will continue to run for

a short time after releasing the trigger switch. Under no circumstances should you attempt to stop the cutting line, always allow it to stop on its own.

• Never fit metal cutting line.

Clothing

• Always wear safety glasses when using

your machine.

• To protect your feet, always wear stout

shoes or boots (not bare footed or wearing open sandals).

• Wear long trousers to protect your legs -

any debris left on the lawn or cutting path may be picked up and ejected by the cutting line.

• Use ear protection if the sound level

seems uncomfortable when using your machine.

Using your machine

• Always use your machine in the manner

outlined in this manual. Your machine is designed to be used in an upright position and if it is used in any other way an injury may result.

• Before using your machine, disconnect it

from the electrical supply and visually inspect the rotating parts for damage. Also, check that the spool assembly is secure.

• Always check that your lawn or cutting

path is clear of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris. Contact with such debris may damage your machine.

• Keep your machine away from your feet

and other parts of your body when switching on and during operation.

• Do not switch on your machine when it is

upside down.

• Walk, never run with the unit.

• Do not use your machine in the rain and

do not allow it to get wet.

• Use your machine only in daylight or

good artificial light.

• Do not cross gravel paths or roads whilst

the cutting line is rotating.

• Do not cut excessively steep slopes.

Be sure of your footing and cut across the face of slopes, never up and down.

ENGLISH

• Never use your machine with a

damaged guard (10) or without the guard fixed in position.

• Be careful when trimming as freshly cut

grass is damp and slippery.

Safety of others

• Remember that the operator/user is

responsible for accidents or hazards occuring to other people or their property.

• Never allow children or persons who are

unfamiliar with this type of machine to use it, nor anyone who has not read

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Electrical safety

this leaflet.

• Do not allow children, animals or other

adults near your machine when in use always keep them well away from the cutting area.

Care of your machine

• Store your machine in a dry place when

not in use, out of the reach of children.

• Do not use solvents or cleaning fluids

to clean your machine - use a blunt scraper to remove grass and dirt. Always disconnect from the electrical supply and ensure the cutting line (9) is stationary before cleaning.

• Do not operate your machine if any parts

are defective.

• Do not attempt to remove any parts

other than those mentioned in these instructions.

• Use only Black & Decker recommended

replacement parts and accessories.

Your machine should always be switched off at the mains before disconnecting any plug and socket connector, extension cables, or cordsets.

Mains plug replacement - UK only

Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this, proceed as instructed below. If you are in doubt contact a Black & Decker service centre or a qualified electrician.

• Disconnect the plug from the supply.

• Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely,

a plug with bared copper conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket outlet.

• Only fit 13 amp BS1363A approved

plugs fitted with the correctly rated fuse.

• 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 below). Brown is for 'Live' (L) and blue is for 'Neutral' (N).

Fit a BS1363A approved plug

Connect blue to N (neutral)

Make sure that the outer sheath of the cable is held firmly by the clamp

• Before replacing the top cover of the

mains plug ensure that the cable restraint is holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the two leads are correctly fixed at the terminal screws.

• Warning! Never connect Live or Neutral

wires to Earth pin marked E or .

Fuse replacement - UK only

Your machine is supplied with cable fitted with a non-wireable plug.

• The plug is fitted with a 5 amp fuse

which is the recommended fuse for your machine.

• Only use replacement fuses which are

approved to BS1362.

• When changing the fuse in your plug,

always ensure the fuse cover is refitted. If the fuse cover is missing or damaged do not use the plug.

Note: Fuses do not give personal protection against electric shock.

Increased safety can be obtained by having a qualified electrician install a high sensitivity (30mA) circuit breaker in the house wiring. If you do not have such a circuit breaker installed, or you do not wish to have one installed, then we strongly recommend that the electrical power to the machine be supplied through a high sensitivity residual current device (RCD). The RCD is designed to provide a high degree of personal protection against harmful electric current should fault conditions occur.

Fit the recommended fuse

Connect brown to L (live)

Never use a

240 volts AC only.

light socket

Never use a light socket

Warning! The use of an RCD or other circuit breaker unit does not release the operator of

the machine from the safety instructions and safe working practices given in this manual.

Extension cables or cordsets

You can use up to 30 metres (100ft) of extension cord without undue loss of power. Extension cords and cordsets should comply with national regulations.

Preparing the trimmer for use (Fig. 2)

• Take the trimmer and the guard (10) out

of the box.

• Remove the guard screw (12) which is

located on the underside of the guard (Fig. 2.1).

• Place the guard into the channel on the

trimmer body (Fig. 2.2).

• Push the guard fully home until the guard

is flush with the body (Fig. 2.3).

• Replace the guard screw (Fig. 2.4).

• If correctly assembled, the guard will now

be secured to your trimmer.

• In transit, the end of the cutting line (9)

is taped to the side of the spool cover. Please discard the tape to release the length of line. There should be a minimum of 9cm (3.5") of cutting line protruding from the spool housing before using your trimmer.

Note: When your machine is operated for the first time any excess line will be cut off by the line trimming blade (8) housed in the guard. This is also the case for any subsequent line adjustment. Because line cut off by the blade in the guard may be ejected, it is important that the amount of excess line is kept to a minimum. Where an excessive amount of line is pulled out, the line should be cut back to the outside of the guard before switching on your trimmer. Cut the line off on the trimmer blade by hand.

• Always ensure that the spool cover is

secure before and after use.

How to use your trimmer (Fig. A - J)

In order to get the most from your trimmer please be sure to follow the techniques shown. Do not be impatient; you will obtain the best results through experience and by following these simple rules.

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