Black & Decker GSL35 Use, Switching on and off, Hints for optimum use Figs. F, G, H, Maintenance

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•It WILL NOT flash, or go out when the charging cycle is complete. To maximize the lifetime of the battery, it is recommended to keep the battery connected to the charger whenever the tool is not in use. When the battery is full, the power consumption of the charger is negligible.

Use

CAUTION: Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.

Switching on and off

Switching on
	E
• Push and hold the lock button (2)
(fig. E) to the right or to the left and
then squeeze the on/off switch (1).

• Release the lock-off button.

Switching off

• Release the on/off switch (1).

WARNING: Never

attempt to lock the switch in the on	F
position.
Hints for optimum use
(figs. F, G, H & I)

Trimming grass
•	In order to achieve optimum cutting
	results, only cut dry grass.
•	Hold the tool as shown in fig. F & G.
	Keep your other hand well away	G
	from the blade. Maintain a stable
	working position so that you do not
	slip. Do not overreach.
•	When cutting long grass, work in
	stages from the top. Take small cuts.
• Keep the tool away from hard
	objects and delicate plants.

•If the tool starts running slowly, reduce the load.

•To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.

Trimming hedges

•Slightly tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the line of cut) so that the blade tips point slightly towards the hedge (fig. H). This will cause the blades to cut more effectively.

• Start by trimming the top of the hedge.		H
	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 guide
	line, cutting just above it.
•	In order to obtain flat sides, cut
	upwards with the growth (fig. I).
	Younger stems move outwards when	I
	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.
Maintenance
Your Black & Decker 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. Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.

WARNING: Before performing any maintenance on the tool, switch off the tool. Unplug the charger before cleaning it.

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