Black & Decker GSN35, GSL35, GSN32, GSN30 Extension Cord, Important Warnings for Shrubbers & Shears

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•BEFORE TRIMMING, inspect areas for wires, cords, glass or other foreign objects which could come in contact with the blade.

•DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Gloves and substantial, non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

•DONʼT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

•USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, complying with applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required. Safety glasses or the like are available at extra cost at your local dealer or Black & Decker Service Center.

•MAINTAIN APPLIANCE WITH CARE. Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for proper maintenance. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

•AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Donʼt carry appliance with finger on switch.

•DO NOT attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure trimmer switch is off when clearing jammed material from blades.

•CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation.

•A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an Authorized Service Center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.

•STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.

•REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and any adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by

Black & Decker Authorized Service Centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

•USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this appliance could be hazardous.

•DONʼT GRASP THE EXPOSED CUTTING BLADES or cutting edges when picking up or holding the appliance.

•DO NOT OPERATE gardening appliances in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these appliances normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS FOR SHRUBBERS & SHEARS

1.Keep hands away from blades.

2.Do not charge the appliance in rain, or in wet locations.

3.Do not use battery operated appliance in rain.

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Extension Cord

Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord be sure it is heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

			Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts			Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V			0-25	26-50	51-100	101-150
			(0-7,6m)	(7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
240V			0-50	51-100	101-200	201-300
Ampere Rating			(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
More		Not more		American Wire Gage
Than		Than
0	-	6	18	16	16	14
6	-	10	18	16	14	12
10	-	12	16	16	14	12
12	-	16	14	12	Not Recommended

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