Black & Decker GW200 User Manual page 10

Warning! The use of an RCD or other
circuit breaker unit does not release the
operator of your product from the safety
instructions and safe working practices
given in this manual.
Assembly prior to use (Fig. B & F)
Vacuum tube assembly (Fig. B1)
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B
Vacuum tubes must be assembled
together before use.
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To ease assembly apply soapy water
solution to joint area.
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Align location ribs on upper (4) and
lower (5) tubes.
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Push both parts firmly together until clip
is engaged, as per moulded detail.
(Never operate apart).
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In the interests of safety, it is not
intended for the tubes to be separated
once assembled.
Blow tube assembly (Fig. B2)
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Blow tubes must be assembled
together before use.
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To ease assembly, apply a soapy water
solution to the joint area.
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Align location ribs on the upper (6) and
the lower (7) tubes.
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Push both parts firmly together until the
clip is engaged (never operate apart).
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In the interests of safety, it is not
intended for the tubes to be separated
once assembled.
Blow tube assembly (GW254) (Fig. B3)
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Fit the lower tube (14) over the middle
tube (13), until the lock button (15)
clicks in place.
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Align the cross mark on theassembled
blow tube with the cross mark on the
upper blow tube (6).
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Insert the assembled blow tube into the
upper blow tube and turn it to lock it in
place.
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Alternatively, the flexi-piece (16) can be
fitted between the upper blow tube and
the assembled blow tube. With the
flexi-piece, the unit can be handled
more easily and with greater control.
Carrying strap assembly (GW250) (Fig. B4)
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Fit the carrying strap to the powerhead,
if required, and adjust to suit the user.
Warning! The shoulder strap should only
be used during vacuum mode. Never use
the strap during blow mode.
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Carrying strap assembly (GW254)
(Fig. B5 & B6)
For use in flexi-blow or vacuum mode.
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Fit the small loop over the T-handle.
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Adjust the large loop to suit the user.
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The unit can now be hung over the
shoulder and handled as shown.
Collection bag (GW225) (Fig. F8)
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F Attach the collection bag to the vacuum
outlet using the bayonet fitting.
On/off switch (Fig. C)
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C
The on/off switch (2) is located on the
handle of the powerhead.
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To switch your product on, push the
switch forward.
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The switch will not operate if the release
button (3) is depressed.
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To switch off, push the switch to the rear.
Cable restraint (Fig. D)
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D
A cable restraint is incorporated into the
rear of the powerhead.
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To fix cable, form a loop in the cable
and insert as shown.
Using your product (Fig. E)
When using as a blower or vacuum, always
wear safety glasses. If using in dusty
conditions, wear a filter mask as well.
Blow mode (GW250/GW254)
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Ensure your product is switched off and
disconnected from the mains power
supply.
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E
Attach the blow tube (6) to the
powerhead (1) (Fig. E1) by locating the
tube as shown, then pivot about this
point until the locking/release catch is
fully engaged (Fig. E2).
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Hold the blow tube approximately
180mm (7") above the ground, switch
your product on and using a sweeping
motion from side to side, advance
slowly keeping the accumulated debris/
leaves in front of you (Fig. E4).
Blow control (GW225/GW250) (Fig. E5)
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Position A - Maximum blow speed.
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Position B - Blow control can be varied
between positions A and C. To do this,
depress the latch as shown and slide
the control forward/backward to obtain
desired airspeed, then release the latch
to lock.