Black & Decker Gr230 Instruction Manual

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Rotary Lawnmower GR230C

Congratulations!

On your purchase of your Black & Decker rotary lawnmower.

This user manual provides important operating and maintenance instructions for all of the rotary mowers in the Black & Decker GR230C range.

Know your mower

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

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

Retain this user manual and all other literature supplied with your mower for future refer ence.

Safety instructions

Training

• Never allow children or persons who are

unfamiliar with this type of mower to use it, nor anyone who has not read this user manual.

Do not allow children, animals or

6m / 20ft

• Remember that the operator is

• Your mower is designed for use on AC

• Plug your mower into a power point -

• Never carry your mower by the cable or

other persons near your mower when in use - always keep them

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at least 6m (20ft) away from the cutting area.

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

(mains) electrical supplies only - do not attempt to use it on any other supply.

never a lighting socket.

jerk the cable to seperate the connectors. Keep the cable away from heat sources, oils or sharp edges. Check the condition of your cable before use and do not use if damaged.

User manual

Preparation

• To protect your feet, always wear stout

shoes or boots - freshly cut grass is damp and slippery.

• Rubber or man-made footwear will

enhance your safety.

• Do not operate your mower barefoot or

in open sandals.

• Use protective equipment. Wear safety

spectacles or goggles whilst operating your mower. Use ear protection if the sound level seems uncomfortable when using your mower.

• Use a face mask if dusty.

• Wear long trousers to protect your legs -

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

• The power supply cable should be

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

• Always keep the power supply cable

away from the blades - be aware of its position at all times.

• Always be sure your mower is in a safe

operating condition.

• Before using your mower, disconnect it

from the electrical supply and visually check that the blade, blade nut and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. A damaged blade or worn blade nut is a major hazard and must be replaced. Also check that the blade nut is securely fastened.

• Always check that your lawn or cutting

path is clear of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris. Contact with such debris may be dangerous or may damage your mower and could be thrown by the blade.

Operation

• When tilting the handle downwards (or to

the side) to start your mower, do not tilt it more than is absolutely necessary. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position and feet are well away from the blades before returning your mower to the ground.

Your mower will continue to run for a short time after releasing the switch lever. Always allow your mower to stop on its own.

• Release the switch lever to turn your

mower off and remove the plug from the mains:

• Whenever you leave your mower

unattended.

• Before checking, cleaning, adjusting

or working on your mower.

• Before clearing a blockage.

• If your mower starts to vibrate

abnormally (check immediately).

• After striking a foreign object, inspect

your mower for damage and make repairs as necessary.

• Never run your mower whilst lying on its

side or attempt to stop the blade always allow it to stop on its own.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts.

• Keep clear of discharge openings at all

times.

• Start your mower carefully according to

the instructions and with your feet well away from the blade.

• Do not use your mower in the rain and

do not allow it to get wet. Avoid using your mower in wet grass, if possible.

• Use your mower only in daylight or good

artificial light.

• Do not pull your mower towards you or

walk backwards when in operation.

• Do not cross gravel paths or roads whilst

the tines are rotating.

• Always be sure of your footing,

particularly on slopes.

• Always cut across the face of slopes, never

up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

• Do not cut excessively steep slopes and

always wear non-slip footwear.

• Check the grassbox for wear or damage

and replace if necessary. Never use your mower without the grassbox in place.

• Walk, never run. Do not force your mower.

• Never pick up or carry your mower while

the motor is running.

• Ensure the blade has stopped rotating

and take extreme care before lifting your mower for and during transportation.

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• Never operate your mower with defective

guards or shields.

Maintenance and storage

• Store your mower in a dry place when

not in use, out of the reach of children.

• Do not use solvents or cleaning fluids to

clean your mower - use a blunt scraper to remove grass and dirt.

• Always disconnect from the electrical

supply before cleaning.

• Do not operate your mower if any parts

are defective; discard all defective parts and fit new parts before use.

• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to

be sure your mower is in a safe working condition.

• Use only Black & Decker recommended

replacement parts and accessories.

Black & Decker’s policy is one of continuous improvement to our products and, as such, we reserve the right to change product specifications without prior notice.

Double insulation

Your mower 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 your mower earthed.

Electrical safety (UK only)

Your mower should always be switched off at the mains before disconnecting any plug

and socket connector or extension cables.

Fuse replacement

If your mower is supplied with cable fitted with a non-re-wireable plug:

• The plug is fitted with a 13 amp fuse

which is the recommended fuse for your mower.

• 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.

Plug replacement

• Disconnect the plug from the supply.

• Cut off the plug and dispose of

immediately. Insertion of a detatched plug into a 13 amp socket outlet may result in electric shock.

• Only fit 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).

• Before replacing the top cover of the

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

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

Warning! Never connect live or neutral wires to the earth pin marked “E” or .

Note: Do not wire an extension cable directly into your mower yourself. Instead, take your mower to your nearest Black & Decker service agent.

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 your mower 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)

240 volts AC only. Never use a light socket

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

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

Features (Fig. A)

Your purchase of a Black & Decker GR230C

range lawnmower gives you a product combining quality with modern design and the following features to provide safe, efficient and easy mowing.

• Lock-off safety switch to prevent

accidental starting of your mower.

• A blade brake (AUTOSTOP) for added

safety. Stops the blade rotating within 3 seconds once the switchbox lever is released.

• Large handle wing nuts for easy

assembly and storage.

• Three height of cut positions which

provides the flexibility to deal with most grass conditions.

• The wheels are in line with the outside of

your mowers body which allows cutting right up to the edge of the lawn.

• Tough, durable plastic deck which will

not rust and contributes to low noise and low vibration.

• Powerful and efficient induction motor

which gives effective cutting and bagging in all reasonable conditions and a low noise level as well as low maintenance.

• Ergonomically designed upswept handle

for comfortable use and ease of pushing.

• Easy grassbox removal.

• Cable restraint helps keep the cable out

of the way and prevents the cable socket being accidentally pulled and disconnected.

Carton contents

Mower carton containing:

• Mower body.

• 3 part handle assembly.

• 2 part grassbox assembly.

Wheels parts pack containing:

• 4 wheels.

• 4 screw bolts.

• 4 nuts.

• 4 washers.

Loose parts pack containing:

• 1 spanner/scraper.

• 4 handle wing nuts.

• 4 washers.

• 2 bolts.

• User manual including guarantee card.

• Service sheet.

Handle assembly (Fig. B)

Remove all the parts from the carton and familiarise yourself with the individual parts of your mower.

With your mower body on a level surface, assemble the lower handles to your mower body as follows:

Note: The switch box should be positioned on the right hand side of your mower when viewed from the operating position. Ensure that the electrical supply cables to and from the switchbox are not damaged or twisted before you begin to assemble your mower.

• Locate the lower handles (1) over the

grassflap axle (2) and position the flange on the handles into the rectangular aperture in the deck (3).

• Fit a plain washer (5) and then fit the

wing nut (6) onto the axle. The plain washers and wing nuts can be found in the parts pack. Tighten each wing nut with hand pressure only.

• Place the upper handle (7) into the cups

of the lower handles and align the holes in the upper and lower handles. Fit a bolt (8) through each hole. Fit a plain washer and then fit the wing nuts onto the bolts. Tighten each one with hand pressure only.

Note: Do not use a spanner or other implement to tighten the wing nuts.

Fit the switchbox to the upper handle as follows:

• Remove the two screws holding the

retaining plate to the main body of the switchbox.

• Locate the two pins on the switchbox

with the holes in the upper handle.

• Fit the retaining plate over the stem of the

handle using the two screws provided.

Note: Do not overtighten these screws light pressure will be sufficient to hold the switchbox in position.

Wheel assembly and height of cut adjustment (Fig. C)

Before wheel assembly adjustment ensure your mower is disconnected from the mains.

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Each of the four wheels has its own means of height adjustment which gives 3 cutting height positions.

• Select one of the holes in the mounting

Grassbox assembly (Fig. D)

D1 D2

plate (9) and note it as the other wheels will have to be adjusted to the same position.

• Locate the wheel (10) and the screw bolt

(11) into the selected hole and ensure the washer (12) is present on the bolt between wheel and cutter deck.

• Position nut (21) behind chosen hole in

the mounting plate.

• Use the spanner provided and turn the

screw bolt in a clockwise direction. Ensure the wheel is free to rotate.

Using the same height adjustment position repeat the procedure for each of the other three wheels.

The bottom hole in the mounting plate will give a maximum height of cut which is suitable for coarse or overgrown grass. The top hole should be used for maintaining cultivated lawns, and the middle hole is for intermediate conditions.

We recommend that the middle or bottom hole is selected for the first use of your lawnmower.

Read the safety instructions at the beginning of this manual before using this accessory.

• The grassbox is supplied in two parts

which slot together.

Fitting the grassbox to your mower:

• The spring loaded rear flap (15) is lifted

and the top of the grassbox is placed over the mounting.

• The rear flap can now be released to lock

the grassbox into position.

Removing the grassboxfrom your mower:

The full grassbox may be removed by raising the grassflap, freeing the grassbox from its mounting and resting it on the lawn. The grassflap can be gently lowered, leaving both hands free to lift the full grassbox.

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