Troubleshooting - Black & Decker GH900 Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT: Toassure p roduct SAFETY andRELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
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TROUBLESHOOTING
TRIMMER RUNS SLOWLY
• Unplug the trimmer.
• Check that the spool housing can rotate freely. Carefully clean it if necessary.
• Check that the cutting line does not protrude more than approximately 5-3/8 inches (136mm)
from the spool. If it does, cut it off so that it just reaches the line trimming blade.
AUTOMATIC LINE FEED DOES NOT WORK
• Unplug the trimmer.
Remove the spool cap.
• Pull the cutting line until it protrudes approximately 5-3/8 inches (136mm) from the spool. If
insufficient cutting line is left on the spool, install a new spool of cutting line.
• Ensure that the line is not crisscrossed on the spool as detailed in figure Q. If it is, unwind
the cutting line, then wind it back on the spool neatly so that the lines do not cross.
• Ensure the beginning of the cutting line is pulled tight against the spool as shown in figure P.
Align the tabs on the spool cap with the cut outs in the housing.
Push the spool cap onto the housing until it snaps securely into place.
• If the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade, cut it off so that it just reaches the blade.
If the automatic line feed still does not work or the spool is jammed, try the following suggestions:
• Carefully clean the spool and housing.
Remove the spool and check if the lever in the spool housing can move freely.
Remove the spool and unwind the cutting line, then wind it on neatly again. Replace the
spool into the housing.
Problem
• trimmer will not start.
Possible Cause
• Cord not plugged in.
Circuit fuse isblown.
• Circuit breaker is tripped.
• Cord or switch is
damaged.
• Cutting line is consumed • Edging too far from
quickly in edge mode. edge of sidewalks or
abrasive surfaces. The
cutting line is hitting the
sidewalk or abrasive surface.
Possible Solution
• Plug trimmer into a working outlet.
Replace circuit fuse. (If the product
repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to
blow, discontinue use immediately and
have it serviced at a Black & Decker
service center or authorized servicer.)
• Reset circuit breaker. (If the product
repeatedly causes the circuit breaker to
trip, discontinue use immediately and
have it serviced at a Black & Decker
service center or authorized servicer.)
• Have cord or switch replaced at Black
& Decker Service Center or Authorized
Servicer
• Ensure edging wheel is on the edge of
the surface and the cutting line is positioned
in the grass or dirt area to be edged not
the sidewalk or other abrasive surface.
For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of
the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at 1-800-544-8988.
SERVICE INFORMATION
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with efficient and reliable power trimmer service. Whether you need technical advice, repair,
or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To
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