Black & Decker GFC1234 Manual page 7

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Avoid using the machine during rain and
avoid wet grass if possible.
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Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
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Do not pull your machine towards you or
walk backwards when mowing.
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Do not cross gravel paths or roads whilst
the blade is rotating.
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Always be sure of your footing,
particularly on slopes.
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Always mow across the face of slopes,
never up and down. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.
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Do not cut excessively steep slopes and
always wear non-slip footwear.
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Check the grassbag frequently for wear
or damage, and replace if necessary.
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Walk, never run. Do not force the mower.
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Never pick up or carry your mower while
the motor is running.
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Ensure the blades have stopped rotating
when tilting for transporting the mower to
and from the area to be mowed.
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When transporting your unit, always
remove the safety key, adjust the cut
height setting to a mid position and take
extreme care when lifting.
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Never operate the mower with defective
guards or shields.
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In order to prevent accidental starting or
unauthorised use of your lawnmower, a
removable safety key has been supplied
with your mower. The mower will be
completely disabled when this safety key
has been removed from the mower.
Always remove the key before doing any
cleaning or maintenance and especially
before changing the blade.
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If for any reason you come in contact
with battery electrolyte flush with water
immediately, seek medical advice if it
comes in contact with eyes.
Maintenance and storage
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Store your machine in a dry place when
not in use, remove the safety key and
place out of the reach of children.
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Do not use solvents or cleaning fluids to
clean your machine - use a blunt scraper
to remove grass and dirt. Always remove
the safety key before cleaning.
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Do not charge or store the unit outdoors.
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Do not operate your machine if any parts
are defective; discard all defective parts
and fit new parts before use.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to
be sure your mower is in a safe working
condition.
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Use only Black & Decker recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
Black & Decker's policy is one of continuous
improvement to our products and, as such, we
reserve the right to change product specifications
without prior notice.
Features (Fig. A)
A Your purchase of the Black & Decker lawnmower
gives you a product combining quality with
modern design and the following features, to
provide safe, efficient and easy mowing.
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Cordless - there is no need for extension
cables while mowing.
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Gasless - there is no need for petrol and
oil to buy, mix, store or transport.
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Clean - there are no emissions, the
mower is environmentally friendly.
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Rechargeable batteries - provides reliable
power.
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Easy to start - starts first time every time.
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Specially designed switch box and
safety key to prevent accidental starting
of the mower.
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Ergonomically designed upswept handle
for comfortable use and greater
manoeuverabilty.
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A blade brake for added safety. Stops
the blade from rotating within 3 seconds,
once the switchbox lever is released.
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Large handle wing nuts for easy
assembly and storage.
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Fourteen height of cut positions which
provides the flexibility to deal with most
grass conditions.
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Your mower has 360º rotating wheels for
maximum manoeuverability, which allows
cutting right up to the edge of the lawn
as well as around obstructions.
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The rear wheels are lockable to enable
accurate straight-line cutting.
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Easy grassbox removal.
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Tough, durable plastic deck which will
not rust and contributes to low noise and
low vibration.
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