Black and Decker GT650 Manual De Instrucciones página 12

E N G L I S H
Connecting the tool to the mains (fig. E)
Unless the tool is fitted with a mains cable, you will
need to connect an extension cable to the power
inlet.
Connect the female socket of a suitable
extension cable to the power inlet.
Loop the extension cable through the cable
restraint (14) as shown to prevent it from
becoming detached during use.
Insert the mains plug into a mains outlet.
The extension cable must be suitable for
outdoor use.
USE
Let the tool work at its own pace.
Do not overload.
Carefully guide the cable in order to
avoid accidentally cutting it. A good
way to control the cable is by putting it
over your shoulder.
Switching on and off (fig. A, F1 - F3)
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a
double switching system. This system prevents
starting the tool inadvertently and will only allow
operation while holding the tool with both hands.
Switching on
Keep the front handle switch (1) depressed
(fig. F1).
Slide the lock-off button (3) forward (fig. F2).
Press the trigger switch (2) (fig. F3).
Release the lock-off button.
Switching off
Release the front handle switch (1) or the
trigger switch (2).
Never attempt to lock a switch in the on
position.
Adjusting the front handle (fig. B3)
Loosen the locking knob (5) a few turns.
Set the front handle (4) to a comfortable
operating position.
12
Secure the handle by tightening the locking
knob (5).
Hints for optimum use
Slightly tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the
line of cut) so that the blade tips point slightly
towards the hedge (fig. G1). This will cause the
blades to cut more effectively.
Start by trimming the top of the hedge.
Hold the tool at the desired angle and move it
steadily along the line of cut. The double-sided
blade allows you to cut in either direction.
In order to obtain a very straight cut, stretch a
piece of string along the length of the hedge
at the desired height. Use the string as a
guideline, cutting just above it.
In order to obtain flat sides, cut upwards with
the growth. Younger stems move outwards
when the blade cuts downwards,
causing shallow patches in the hedge.
Take care to avoid any foreign objects.
Especially avoid hard objects such as metal wire
and railings, as these could damage the blades.
Regularly oil the blades.
To extend your reach, set the front handle to
the fully back position as shown in fig. G2.
Guidelines for trimming (UK & Ireland)
Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves
(new leaves every year) in June and October.
Trim evergreens in April and August.
Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs
every six weeks from May until October.
Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New Zealand)
Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves
(new leaves every year) in December and March.
Trim evergreens in September and February.
Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs
every six weeks from October until March.
Accessories
The following accessories are available from your
retailer:
- Shrubber cassette GTB20 for trimming shrubs
- Saw cassette GTB10 for use as
a pruning saw