uSecure the guard with the screw.
Warning! Never use the tool unless the guard is properly fitted.
Releasing the cutting line
In transit, the cutting line is taped to the spool housing.
uRemove the tape holding the cutting line (11) to the spool housing (12).
Connecting the tool to the mains (fig. D)
uConnect the female plug of a suitable extension cable to the power inlet (4).
uLoop the cable through the cable restraint (3).
uInsert the mains plug into a mains outlet.
For wired in cable units: Make sure the cable is looped through the cable restraint prior to connecting the plug to the mains outlet.
Warning! The extension cable must be suitable for outdoor use.
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Setting the tool to trimming or edging mode (fig. E - G)
The tool can be used in trimming mode as shown in fig. F or in edging mode to trim overhanging grass along lawn edges and flower beds as shown in fig. G.
Trimming mode (fig. E & F)
For trimming, the trimmer head should be in the position shown in fig. F. If it is not:
uDepress the adjustment button (8).
uRotate the head (14), while releasing the button.
uWhen the head is in position, the button will lock into place. Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.
Edging mode (fig. E & G)
For edging, the trimmer head should be in the position shown in fig. G. If it is not:
uDepress the adjustment button (8).
uRotate the head (14), while releasing the button.
uWhen the head is in position, the button will lock into place. Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.
Switching on and off
uTo switch the tool on, squeeze the trigger lever (1).
uTo switch the tool off, release the trigger lever. Warning! Never attempt to lock the trigger lever in the on position.
Hints for optimum use
General
uIn order to achieve optimum cutting results, only cut dry grass.
Trimming
uHold the tool as shown in fig. F.
uGently swing the trimmer from side to side.
uWhen cutting long grass, work in stages from the top. Take small cuts.
uKeep the tool away from hard objects and delicate plants.
uIf the tool starts running slowly, reduce the load.
Edging
Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges deeper than 50 mm.
uDo not use the tool to create edges. To create edges, use an edging spade.
uGuide the tool as shown in fig. G.
uTo make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.
Fitting a new spool of cutting line (fig. H - J)
Spool with single cutting line (fig. H)
Replacement spools of cutting line are available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6481).
uKeep the tabs (16) depressed and remove the spool cover (17) from the housing (12).
uRemove the empty spool (18) from the spool housing.
uRemove any dirt and grass from the spool cover and housing.
uTake the new spool and unwind approximately 9 cm of cutting line.
uFeed the cutting line through the eyelet (19).
uPush the spool onto the drive shaft (20) and rotate it slightly until it is seated. Make sure that the cutting line is not trapped under the spool and that 9 cm of cutting line protrudes from the housing.
uAlign the tabs on the spool cover with the holes in the housing.
uPush the cover onto the housing until it snaps securely into place.
Warning! If the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade (10), cut it off so that they just reach the blade.
Spool with twin cutting line (fig. I & J)
Replacement spools of cutting line are available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6441). Complete cassettes containing a spool of cutting line are also available
(cat. no. A6488).
uKeep the tabs (21) depressed and remove the spool cover (22) from the housing (12).
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