Black & Decker GPC1800 Instruction Manual page 8

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Fitting the saw head (fig. C)
The saw head can be fitted directly to the handle in order to
achieve standard reach.
Align the groove on the outside of the coupling end of the
x
handle (3) with the tongue on the inside of the coupling
end of the saw head (4).
Push the saw head (4) onto the handle (3).
x
Slide the collar (16) down and rotate it clockwise until it is
x
fully tightened.
Warning! Periodically check the connections to ensure that
they are tightened securely.
Extending the saw head (fig. D)
The maximum reach can be achieved by fitting the extension
tube (10) between the saw head (4) and the handle (3).
Align the groove on the outside of the coupling end of the
x
handle (3) with the tongue on the inside of the coupling
end of the extension tube (10).
Push the extension tube (10) onto the handle (3).
x
Slide the collar (17) down and rotate it clockwise until it is
x
fully tightened.
Align the groove on the outside of the coupling end of the
x
extension tube (10) with the tongue on the inside of the
coupling end of the saw head (4).
Push the saw head (4) onto the extension tube (10).
x
Slide the collar (16) down and rotate it clockwise until it is
x
fully tightened.
Warning! Periodically check the connections to ensure that
they are tightened securely.
Removing the saw head (fig. C & D)
If the extension tube (10) is fitted, the saw head must be
removed first.
To remove the saw head (4), rest the handle (3) on the
x
ground, loosen the collar (16) and take off the saw head.
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Charging the battery (fig. A)
The battery needs to be charged before first use and whenever
it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs that were easily
done before. When charging the battery for the first time,
or after prolonged storage, it will only accept an 80% charge.
After several charge and discharge cycles, the battery will
attain full capacity. The battery may become warm while
charging; this is normal and does not indicate a problem.
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Warning! Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures
below 4 °C or above 40 °C. Recommended charging
temperature: approx. 24 °C.
To charge the battery (11), remove it from the tool and
x
insert it into the charger (12). The battery will only fit into
the charger in one way. Do not force. Be sure that the
battery is fully seated in the charger.
Plug in the charger.
x
3 hour charger
The battery will be fully charged in approx. 3 hours. It can be
removed at any time or left in the connected charger indefinitely.
1 hour charger
Check if the red charging indicator (13) lights up. If the green
end of charge indicator (14) lights up now instead, the battery
is too hot and cannot be charged. If this happens, remove the
battery from the charger, let the battery cool down for approx.
1 hour and re-insert it.
After approx. 1 hour of charging, the red charging indicator
will stop lighting and the green end of charge indicator will
light up. The battery is now fully charged.
Remove the battery from the charger.
x
Switching on and off (fig. E)
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a double switching
system. This system prevents starting the tool inadvertently.
Switching on
Push the lock-off button (2) backward using your thumb
x
and at the same time squeeze the on/off switch (1).
Release the lock-off button (2).
x
Switching off
Release the on/off switch (1).
x
Warning! Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position.
Pruning (fig. F & G)
Make sure the tool is running at full speed before making
x
a cut.
Hold the tool firmly in place to avoid possible bouncing or
x
sideways movement of the tool.
Guide the tool through the branch using light pressure.
x
When cutting heavy branches, where a partial cut may splinter
and damage the tree, proceed as follows:
Make the first cut 15 cm from the tree trunk on the
x
underside of the limb. Use the top of the guide bar (7) to
make this cut.