Hedge Trimmer
GT200 Series
Congratulations!
On your purchase of this hedgetrimmer from
Black & Decker. This trimmer has the following
features for your benefit:
• Full bale handle for comfort of use.
• Safety lock-off switch to prevent accidental starting.
• Front guard for user safety.
• Dual action blades for less vibration.
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.
Warning! When using electric tools, basic
safety precautions should always be taken
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to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read all of these instructions
before using the tool.
For safe operation:
• Keep the work area clean. Cluttered
areas and benches invite injuries.
• Consider work area environment.
Do not expose power tools to rain and
do not use power tools in damp or wet
locations. Keep the work area well lit.
Do not use power tools in the presence
of flammable liquids or gases.
• Guard against electric shock. Avoid
body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators,
ranges, refrigerators).
• Keep children away. Do not let
visitors touch the tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from
work area.
• Store idle tools. When not in use, tools
should be stored in a dry, high or locked
place, out of reach of children.
• Do not force the tool. It will do the job
better and more safely at the rate for
which it was intended.
Instruction Manual
• Use the right tool. Do not force small
tools or attachments to do the job of a
heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for
purposes not intended: for example,
do not use a circular saw to cut tree
limbs or logs.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery as they can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves
and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Make sure long
hair is kept out of the way.
• Use safety glasses. Use a face or
dust mask as well if the cutting operation
is dusty.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the
tool by its cord or yank it to disconnect it
from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• Secure your work. Use clamps or a vice
to hold your work. It is safer than using
your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep tools
sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if
damaged have repaired by an authorised
service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
• Disconnect tools. Disconnect when
not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades,
bits and cutters. Pull plug before
carrying out any adjustment, servicing
or maintenance.
• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the tool before switching it on.
• Avoid unintentional starting. Do not
carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on
the switch. Ensure the switch is off when
plugging in.
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• Use outdoor extension cords. When a
tool is used outdoors, use only
extension cords intended for outdoor use
and so marked.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
when you are tired.
• Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and
properly used.
• Check damaged parts. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to
determine whether it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre
unless otherwise indicated in this
instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by an authorised service
centre. Do not use the tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off.
Warning! The use of any accessory or
attachment, other than recommended in this
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instruction manual, may present a risk of
personal injury.
• Have your tool repaired by a
qualified person.
• This electrical appliance is in accordance
with the relevant safety rules. Repairs
should only be carried out by qualified
persons using original spare parts,
otherwise considerable danger to the
user may result.
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• Never allow children or persons who are
unfamiliar with this type of machine to
use it, nor anyone who has not read
this leaflet.
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• Do not allow children, animals or other
persons near your machine when in use
- always keep them at least 6m (20ft)
away from the cutting area.
• Remember that the operator/user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
6m/20ft
occurring to other people or their property.
• Your machine is designed for use on AC
(mains) electrical supplies only - do not
attempt to use on any other supply .
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• Plug your machine into a power point -
never a lighting socket.
• Never carry your machine by the cable or
jerk the cable to separate 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.
• We recommend a first time user should
get informed, practical instruction on
how to use a hedgetrimmer, as well as
reading this manual.
Preparation
• To protect your feet, always wear stout
shoes or boots.
• Use protective equipment. Wear safety
spectacles or goggles and heavy duty
gloves whilst operating your machine.
• Use a face mask if dusty.
• Use ear protection if the sound level seems
uncomfortable when using your machine.
• Protect long hair from contact with
the hedgetrimmer.
• Do not operate your machine barefoot or
in open sandals.
• Do not wear loose jewellery.
• Clothes should be close fitting, but not
restrict your movement.
• 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 machine is in a safe
operating condition.
• Before using your machine, disconnect
it from the electrical supply and visually
check that the blade fixings are secure.
A damaged blade or loose blade nuts are
a major hazard and must be replaced.
• Ensure hedges etc. are free from foreign
objects such as railings or barbed wire
which may damage your machine. Avoid
dangerous starting, do not carry your
hedgetrimmer to the hedge plugged in.
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