Black & Decker GL701 Mode D'emploi page 4

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Intended use
Your Black & Decker strimmer GL701/GL716/
GL720/GL741 has been designed for trimming and
fi nishing lawn edges and to cut grass in confi ned
spaces.This tool is intended for consumer use only.
Safety instructions
• Warning! When using mains-powered
tools, basic safety precautions, including the
following, should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fi re, electric shock, personal injury
and material damage.
• Read all of this manual carefully before
operating the tool.
• Retain this manual for future reference.
• Remove the plug from the socket before
carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
Consider work area environment
Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the tool
in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work area
well lit. Do not use the tool where there is a risk of
causing fi re or explosion, e.g. in the presence of
fl ammable liquids and gases.
Keep children away
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to come
near the work area or to touch the tool or mains
cable.
Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as these
can be caught in moving parts. Preferably wear
rubber gloves and non-slip footwear when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to keep
long hair out of the way.
Personal protection
Always use safety glasses. Use a face or dust
mask whenever the operations may produce dust
or fl ying particles. Hearing protection should be
worn.
Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, cookers and
refrigerators). Electric safety can be further
improved by using a high-sensitivity (30 mA / 30
mS) residual current device (RCD).
Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
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Secure workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is
safer and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
Connect dust extraction equipment
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure that
these are connected and properly used.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches
are removed from the tool before operating the
tool.
Extension cables
Before use, inspect the extension cable and
replace if damaged. When using the tool outdoors,
only use extension cables intended for outdoor
use. Up to 30 m of Black & Decker extension cable
can be used without loss of power.
Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction
manual. Do not force small tools or attachments
to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
intended. Do not force the tool. Do not use the tool
for purposes not intended, for example, do not use
a circular saw to cut tree limbs or logs.
Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment
or performance of any operation with this tool other
than those recommended in this instruction manual
may present a risk of personal injury.
Check for damaged parts
Before use, carefully check the tool and mains
cable for damage. Check for misalignment and
seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts,
damage to guards and switches and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. Ensure
that the tool will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Do not use the tool if any part
is damaged or defective. Do not use the tool if
the switch does not turn it on and off. Have any
damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent. Never attempt any
repairs yourself.
Unplug the tool
Unplug the tool when it is not in use, before
changing any parts of the tool, accessories or
attachments and before servicing.
Avoid unintentional starting
Do not carry the tool with a fi nger on the on/off
switch. Be sure that the tool is switched off when
plugging in.
Do not abuse cord
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to disconnect
from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.