Black Decker Trimmer GL701 User Manual

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After use  
Intended use  
u When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry,  
well ventilated place out of reach of children.  
u Children should not have access to stored appliances.  
u When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle it  
should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent  
movement following sudden changes in speed or direction.  
Your Black & Decker trimmer has been designed for trimming  
and finishing lawn edges and to cut grass in confined spaces.  
This appliance is intended for consumer use only.  
Safety instructions  
Warning! When using mains-powered appliances, basic  
safety precautions, including the following, should always be  
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal  
injury and material damage.  
Inspection and repairs  
u Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective  
parts. Check for breakage of parts and any other  
conditions that may affect its operation.  
u Read all of this manual carefully before operating the  
appliance.  
u Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.  
u Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced  
by an authorised repair agent.  
u Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than  
those specified in this manual.  
u The intended use is described in this manual. The use of  
any accessory or attachment or the performance of any  
operation with this appliance other than those recommended  
in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal  
injury.  
u Retain this manual for future reference.  
Using an extension cable  
Always use an approved extension cable suitable for the  
power input of this appliance (see technical data). The extension  
cable must be suitable for outdoor use and marked accordingly.  
Up to 30 m of 1.5 mm2 HO5VV-F extension cable can be used  
without loss of product performance. Before use, inspect the  
extension cable for signs of damage, wear and ageing.  
Replace the extension cable if damaged or defective.  
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.  
Using your appliance  
Always take care when using the appliance.  
u Always use safety glasses or goggles.  
u Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the  
instructions to use the appliance.  
u Do not allow children or animals to come near the work  
area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord.  
u Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is  
used near children.  
Additional safety instructions for grass trimmers  
Warning! Cutting elements continue to rotate after the motor  
is switched off.  
u Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the  
appliance.  
u This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm  
persons without supervision.  
u This appliance is not to be used as a toy.  
u Only use the appliance in daylight or good artificial light.  
u Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to  
become wet.  
u Do not immerse the appliance in water.  
u Do not open the body casing. There are not user-  
serviceable parts inside.  
u Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres,  
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or  
dust.  
u Before use, check the power supply cord and extension  
cord for signs of damage, ageing and wear. If a cord  
becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from  
the mains supply immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE  
CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.  
u Do not use the appliance if the cords are damaged or worn.  
u Wear stout shoes or boots to protect your feet.  
u Wear long trousers to protect your legs.  
u Before using the appliance, check that your cutting path is  
free from sticks, stones, wire and any other obstacles.  
u Only use the appliance in the upright position, with the  
cutting line near the ground. Never switch the appliance  
on in any other position.  
u To reduce the risk of damage to plugs or cords, never pull  
the cable to remove the plug from a socket.  
Safety of others  
u This appliance is not intended for use by persons  
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or  
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,  
unless they have been given supervision or instruction  
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible  
for their safety.  
u Move slowly when using the appliance. Be aware that  
freshly cut grass is damp and slippery.  
u Do not work on steep slopes. Work across the face of  
slopes, not up and down.  
u Never cross gravel paths or roads while the appliance is  
running.  
u Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not  
play with the appliance.  
 
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u Never touch the cutting line while the appliance is running.  
u Do not put the appliance down until the cutting line has  
come to a complete standstill.  
u Use only the appropriate type of cutting line.  
Never use metal cutting line or fishing line.  
3. Cable restraint  
4. Power inlet  
5. Secondary handle  
6. Adjustment button  
7. Tube  
u Be careful not to touch the line trimming blade.  
u Take care to keep the mains cable away from the cutting  
line. Always be aware of the position of the cable.  
u Keep hands and feet away from the cutting line at all  
times, especially when switching on the motor.  
u Before using the appliance and after any impact, check for  
signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.  
u Never operate the appliance with damaged guards or  
without guards in place.  
8. Guard  
9. Line trimming blade  
10. Spool housing  
11. Cutting line  
12. Edge guide  
Assembly  
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the appliance is  
switched off and unplugged.  
u Take care against injury from any device fitted for trimming  
the filament line length. After extending new cutter line  
always return the machine to its normal operating position  
before switching on.  
u Always ensure that the ventilation slots are kept clear of  
debris.  
Fitting the guard (fig. A)  
u Remove the hexagonal screws (13) from the head (14).  
u Place the guard (8) onto the appliance as shown.  
u Firmly press the guard until it snaps into place.  
u Secure the guard with the hexagonal screws.  
u Tighten the hexagonal screws using the hexagonal key  
(15) provided.  
u Do not use the lawn trimmer (edge trimmer), if the cords  
are damaged or worn.  
u Keep extension cords away from cutting elements.  
Warning! Never use the appliance unless the guard is  
properly fitted.  
Labels on appliance  
The following warning symbols are found on the appliance:  
Releasing the cutting line  
In transit, the cutting line is taped to the spool housing.  
u Remove the tape holding the cutting line (11) to the spool  
housing (10).  
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Read the manual prior to operation.  
Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating this  
appliance.  
Connecting the appliance to the mains  
u Connect the female plug of a suitable extension cable to  
the power inlet (4).  
u Loop the cable through the cable restraint (3).  
u Insert the mains plug into a mains outlet.  
Warning! The extension cable must be suitable for outdoor use.  
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Keep people and animals at least 6 m away from the  
cutting area.  
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Do not expose the appliance to rain or high humidity.  
Use  
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.  
Electrical safety  
Setting the appliance to trimming or edging mode  
(fig. B - D)  
The appliance can be used in trimming mode as shown in  
fig. B or in edging mode to trim overhanging grass along lawn  
edges and flower beds as shown in fig. C.  
This appliance is double insulated; therefore no earth  
wire is required. Always check that the power supply  
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.  
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u If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the  
manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service  
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.  
Trimming mode (fig. B & D)  
For trimming, the trimmer head should be in the position  
shown in fig. B. If it is not:  
Features  
u Depress the adjustment button (6).  
This appliance includes some or all of the following features.  
u Rotate the tube (7), while releasing the button.  
u When the head is in position, the button will lock into place.  
Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.  
1. On/off switch  
2. Handle  
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u Remove any dirt and grass from the spool cover and  
housing.  
Edging mode (fig. C & D)  
For edging, the trimmer head should be in the position shown  
in fig. C. If it is not:  
u Place the new spool onto the boss in the spool housing  
with the lines parked in the slots (23) (fig. F).  
u Insert the line ends through the appropriate eyelets (20) in  
the housing (10). Pull the slack line until it pulls out of the  
parked slots (23) (fig. G).  
u Align the tabs (17) on the spool cover with the cut outs (21)  
in the housing.  
u Push the cover (18) onto the housing (10) until it snaps  
securely into place.  
u Depress the adjustment button (6).  
u Rotate the tube (7), while releasing the button.  
u When the head is in position, the button will lock into place.  
Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.  
Adjusting the height of the appliance (fig. D)  
This appliance has a telescopic mechanism, allowing you to  
set it to a comfortable height. There are three height settings.  
To adjust the height setting, proceed as follows:  
Note: Make sure that the cover is positioned, listen for two  
audible clicks to ensure both tabs (17) are correctly located.  
u Depress the adjustment button (6).  
u Gently pull the tube (7) out of the motor housing (16) to  
the desired height, while releasing the button.  
u When the tube is in position, the button will lock into place.  
Warning! If the cutting lines protrude beyond the trimming  
blade (9), cut them off so that they just reach the blade.  
Winding new line onto an empty spool (fig. H - J)  
You may wind new cutting line onto an empty spool.  
Replacement packs of cutting line are available from your  
Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6171).  
u Remove the empty spool from the appliance as described  
above.  
Switching on and off  
u To switch the appliance on, squeeze the trigger lever (1).  
u To switch the appliance off, release the trigger lever.  
Warning! Never attempt to lock the trigger lever in the on  
position.  
u Remove any remaining cutting line from the spool.  
u First wind new line onto the uppermost part of the spool:  
Hints for optimum use  
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Feed 2 cm of cutting line into one of the slots in the  
upper section of the spool as shown.  
Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the direction of  
the arrow. Make sure to wind the line on neatly and in  
layers. Do not criss-cross.  
When the wound cutting line reaches the recesses (22),  
cut the line.  
Temporarily park the line in the slots (23) on one side of  
the spool as shown.  
General  
u In order to achieve optimum cutting results, only cut dry  
grass.  
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Trimming  
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u Hold the appliance as shown in fig. B.  
u Gently swing the trimmer from side to side.  
u When cutting long grass, work in stages from the top.  
Take small cuts.  
u Keep the appliance away from hard objects and delicate  
plants.  
u Repeat the above procedure for the second cutting line on  
the lower section of the spool. Park the line in the unused  
slots (23).  
u Proceed as described above to fit the spool on the  
appliance. Do not forget to release the cutting line from  
the parking slots (23).  
Warning! Only use the appropriate type of Black & Decker  
cutting line. Ensure that cutting line is present in both sections  
of the spool.  
u If the appliance starts running slowly, reduce the load.  
Edging  
Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges deeper than  
50 mm.  
u Do not use the appliance to create edges.  
To create edges, use an edging spade.  
u Guide the appliance as shown in fig. C.  
u To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the appliance.  
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)  
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:  
u Safely dispose of the old plug.  
Fitting a new spool of cutting line (fig. E & G)  
Replacement spools of cutting line are available from your  
Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6495).  
u Keep the tabs (17) depressed and remove the spool cover  
(18) from the housing (10).  
u Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new plug.  
u Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.  
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.  
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.  
Recommended fuse: 5 A.  
u Remove the empty spool (19) from the spool housing.  
 
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u Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.  
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.  
u Regularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust  
from the interior (when fitted).  
Troubleshooting  
If your tool seems not to operate properly, follow the  
instructions below. If this does not solve the problem,  
please contact your local Black & Decker repair agent.  
Protecting the environment  
Warning! Before proceeding, unplug the tool.  
Separate collection. This product must not be  
disposed of with normal household waste.  
Appliance runs slowly  
u Check that the spool housing can rotate freely.  
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Carefully clean it if necessary.  
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product  
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not  
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product  
available for separate collection.  
u Check that the cutting line does not protrude more than  
11 cm from the spool housing. If it does, cut it off so that it  
just reaches the line trimming blade.  
Automatic line feed does not work  
u Keep the tabs depressed and remove the spool cover  
from the housing.  
u Pull the cutting line until it protrudes 11 cm from the  
housing. If insufficient cutting line is left on the spool,  
install a new spool of cutting line as instructed above.  
u Align the tabs on the spool cover with the cut outs in the  
housing.  
Separate collection of used products and packaging  
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allows materials to be recycled and used again.  
Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent  
environmental pollution and reduces the demand for  
raw materials.  
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of  
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste  
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.  
u Push the cover onto the housing until it snaps securely  
into place.  
u If the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade,  
cut it off so that it just reaches the blade.  
If the automatic line feed still does not work or the spool is  
jammed, try the following suggestions:  
u Carefully clean the spool cover and housing.  
u Remove the spool and check if the lever can move freely.  
u Remove the spool and unwind the cutting line, then wind it  
on neatly again as described above. Replace the spool as  
instructed.  
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and  
recycling of Black & Decker products once they have reached  
the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service  
please return your product to any authorised repair agent who  
will collect them on our behalf.  
You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair  
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the  
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of  
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our  
after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet  
Maintenance  
Your Black & Decker corded/cordless appliance/tool has been  
designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum  
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends  
upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.  
Technical data  
GL701 GL710 GL716  
TYPE 3-5 TYPE 3-5 TYPE 3-5  
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on corded/  
cordless power tools:  
Input voltage  
Power input  
No-load speed  
Weight  
VAC 230  
230  
520  
6,500  
3.2  
230  
580  
6,500  
3.2  
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550  
u Switch off and unplug the appliance/tool.  
u Or switch off and remove the battery from the appliance/  
tool if the appliance/tool has a separate battery pack.  
u Or run the battery down completely if it is integral and then  
switch off.  
u Unplug the charger before cleaning it. Your charger does  
not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.  
u Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance/tool/  
charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.  
min-1 6,500  
kg 3.2  
GL720 GL741  
TYPE 3-5 TYPE 3-5  
Input voltage  
Power input  
No-load speed  
Weight  
VAC 230  
230  
W
600700  
min-1 6,500  
kg 3.2  
6,500  
3.2  
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If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty  
materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24 months  
from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to  
replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair wear  
and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum  
inconvenience to the customer unless:  
u The product has been used for trade, professional or hire  
purposes;  
u The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;  
u The product has sustained damage through foreign  
objects, substances or accidents;  
EC declaration of conformity  
MACHINERY DIRECTIVE  
OUTDOOR NOISE DIRECTIVE  
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GL701/GL710/GL716/GL720/GL741  
Black & Decker declares that these products described under  
"technical data" are in compliance with:  
98/37/EC (until Dec. 28, 2009), 2006/42/EC  
(from Dec. 29, 2009), EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-91  
u Repairs have been attempted by persons other than  
authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.  
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of  
purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can  
check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by  
contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address  
indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised  
Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales  
service and contacts are available on the Internet at:  
2000/14/EC, Lawn Mower, L ≤ 50 cm, Annex VIII  
KEMA Quality B.V., Utrechtseweg 310, 6802 ED Arnhem,  
The Netherlands  
Notified Body ID No.: 0344  
Level of accoustic power according to 2000/14/EC  
(Article 12, Annex III, (6) L ≤ 50 cm):  
LWA (measure sound power) 95 dB(A)  
LWA (guaranteed sound power) 96 dB(A)  
Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to  
register your new Black & Decker product and to be kept up to  
date on new products and special offers. Further information  
on the Black & Decker brand and our range of products is  
These products also comply with directive 2004/108/EC.  
For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the  
following address or refer to the back of the manual.  
The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical  
file and makes this declaration on behalf of Black & Decker.  
Kevin Hewitt  
Vice-President Global Engineering  
Black & Decker Europe, 210 Bath Road, Slough,  
Berkshire, SL1 3YD  
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United Kingdom  
8-9-2009  
UK patent application no. 059745.6  
European Community design application nos.: 340385-0001 &  
339544-0001  
Guarantee  
Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and  
offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement is  
in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights.  
The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member  
States of the European Union and the European Free Trade  
Area.  
 
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TYP.  
3 - 5  
GL701 - GL710 - GL716 - GL720 - GL741  
Partial support - Only parts shown available  
Nur die aufgefuerten teile sind lieferbar  
Reparation partielle - Seules les pieces indiquees sont disponibles  
Supporto parziale - Sono disponibili soltanto le parti evidenziate  
Solo estan disponibles las peizas listadas  
So se encontram disponiveis as pecas listadas  
Gedeeltelijke ondersteuning - alleen de getoonde onderdelen  
zijn beschikbaar  
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ENGLISH  
Do not forget to register your product!  
Register your product online at www.blackanddecker.co.uk/productregistration or send your name, surname and product  
code to Black & Decker in your country.  
 
Australia  
Black & Decker (Australia) Pty. Ltd.  
20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark,  
Victoria, 3138  
Tel. 03-8720 5100  
Fax 03-9727 5940  
New Zealand  
Black & Decker  
5 Te Apunga Place  
Mt Wellington  
Tel. +64 9 259 1133  
Fax +64 9 259 1122  
Auckland 1060  
United Kingdom  
Black & Decker  
210 Bath Road  
Tel. 01753 511234  
Fax 01753 551155  
Helpline 01753 574277  
Slough, Berkshire SL1 3YD  
90552981  
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