Black & Decker BESTA525 Original Instructions Manual page 9

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.
Never operate the machine 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.
Do not use the lawn trimmer (edge

trimmer), if the cords are damaged or worn.
Keep extension cords away from

cutting elements.
Electrical safety
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This machine is double insu-
lated; 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 highsensitivity 30 mA
Residual Current Device (RCD).
(Original instructions)
Using an extension cable
Always use an approved extension
cable suitable for the power input of this
tool (see technical data). The extension
cable must be suitable for outdoor use
and marked accordingly. Up to 30 m
of 1.5 mm2 HO5VV-F extension cable
can be used without loss of product
performance. Before use, inspect the
extension cable for signs of damage,
wear and ageing. Replace the extension
cable if damaged or defective. When
using a cable reel, always unwind the
cable completely.
Labels on machine
The following warning symbols are found on the machine
along with the date code:
Warning! Read the manual prior to operation.
Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating
this machine.
Wear suitable ear protection when operating this
machine.
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 machine to rain or high
humidity.
Directive 2000/14/EC guaranteed sound power.
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Features
This machine includes some or all of the following features.
1. On/off switch
2. Cord retainer
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