• Before using the appliance, check that your cutting path is free
from sticks, stones, wire and any other obstacles.
• Only use the appliance in the upright position, with the
cutting line near the ground. Never switch the appliance on in
any other position.
• Move slowly when using the appliance. Be aware that freshly
cut grass is damp and slippery.
• Do not work on steep slopes. Work across the face of slopes,
not up and down.
• Never cross gravel paths or roads while the appliance
is running.
• Never touch the cutting line while the appliance is running.
• Do not put the appliance down until the cutting line has
come to a complete standstill.
• Use only the appropriate type of cutting line. Never use metal
cutting line or fishing line.
• Be careful not to touch the line trimming blade.
• Take care to keep the mains cable away from the cutting line.
Always be aware of the position of the cable.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting line at all times,
especially when switching on the motor.
• Before using the appliance and after any impact, check for
signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
• Never operate the appliance with damaged guards or without
guards in place.
• Take care against injury from any device fitted for trimming
the filament line length. After extending new cutter line always
return the machine to its normal operating position before
switching on.
• Always ensure that the ventilation slots are kept clear
of debris.
• Do not use the lawn trimmer (edge trimmer), if the cords are
damaged or worn.
• Keep extension cords away from cutting elements.
Labels on appliance
The following pictograms are shown on the tool along with the
date code:
Read the manual prior to operation.
Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating
this appliance.
Wear suitable ear protectors when operating this
appliance.
Always remove the plug from the socket before
inspecting a damaged cable. Be careful not to
use your strimmer if the cable is damaged.
Beware of flying objects. Keep bystanders away
from the cutting area.
Do not expose the appliance to rain or high
humidity.
Directive 2000/14/EC guaranteed sound power.
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Electrical safety
This appliance is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
power supply corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised BLACK+DECKER Service Centre in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Electric safety can be further improved by using a high
sensitivity 30 mA Residual Current Device (RCD).
Features
This appliance includes some or all of the following features.
On/off switch
1
Handle
2
Cable restraint
3
Power inlet
4
Second handle
5
Guard
6
Line trimming blade
7
Cutting line
8
Spool housing
9
Head
10
ASSEMBLY
WARNING! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged.
Attaching the second handle (Fig. B)
GL310 & GL360 only
• Slide the second handle
upwards direction.
• Secure the second handle in place with the two
screws
provided.
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Fitting the guard (Fig. C)
• Place the guard onto the tool as shown.
• Firmly press the guard
6
• Secure the guard with the screw
WARNING! Never use the tool unless the guard is
properly fitted.
Releasing the cutting line (Fig. A)
In transit, the cutting line is taped to the spool housing.
• Remove the tape holding the cutting line
spool housing
.
9
Connecting the tool to the mains (Fig. D)
• Connect the female plug of a suitable extension cable to the
power inlet
.
4
• Loop the cable through the cable restraint
• Insert the mains plug into a mains outlet.
on to the main handle
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until it snaps into place.
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