Black Decker Trimmer GLC120 User Manual

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E N G L I S H  
CORDLESS GRASS TRIMMER GLC120  
CONGRATULATIONS!  
INTENDED USE  
You have chosen a Black & Decker tool. Our aim is  
to provide quality tools at an affordable price. We  
hope that you will enjoy using this tool for many  
years.  
Your Black & Decker grass trimmer GLC120 has  
been designed for trimming and finishing lawn  
edges and to cut grass in confined spaces.  
This tool is intended for consumer use only.  
Your Black & Decker charger has been designed  
for charging Black & Decker batteries of the type  
supplied with this tool.  
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
GLC120  
Black & Decker declares that these tools  
conform to: 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC,  
73/23/EEC, EN 60335, EN 786, EN 50260,  
EN 55014, EN 61000  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Warning symbols  
The following symbols are used in this manual:  
Level of sound pressure, measured according to  
84/538/EEC:  
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life  
or damage to the tool in case of non-  
observance of the instructions in this  
manual.  
GLC120  
LpA (sound pressure)  
LWA (acoustic power)  
dB(A)  
dB(A)  
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96  
Denotes risk of electric shock.  
Always wear ear protection if the sound  
pressure exceeds 85 dB(A).  
Read the manual prior to operation.  
Hand/arm weighted vibration value according to  
98/37/EC:  
Fire hazard.  
GLC120  
< 2.5 m/s2  
Know your tool  
Warning! When using battery-powered  
tools, basic safety precautions,  
including the following, should always  
be followed to reduce the risk of fire,  
leaking batteries, personal injury and  
material damage.  
Read all of this manual carefully before  
operating the tool.  
Before operating the tool, make sure  
that you know how to switch it off in an  
emergency.  
Colin Dyke  
Vice President of Engineering  
Brockville, Ontario K6V 5W6  
Canada  
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The intended use is described in this  
Inspection and repairs  
manual. The use of any accessory or  
attachment or performance of any  
operation with this tool other than  
those recommended in this instruction  
manual may present a risk of personal  
injury.  
Before use and after any impact, check the tool  
for damaged or defective parts. Check for  
misalignment and seizure of moving parts,  
breakage of parts, damage to guards and  
switches and any other conditions that may  
affect its operation. Check if the lock-off button  
functions properly.  
Retain this manual for future reference.  
Do not use the tool if any part is damaged or  
defective. Do not use the tool if the switch  
does not turn it on and off.  
Work area  
Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the  
tool in damp or wet conditions.  
Only use the tool in daylight or good artificial  
light.  
Never use the tool when any guard or  
enclosure is damaged or not in place.  
Ensure that the tool will operate properly and  
perform its intended function.  
Have any damaged or defective parts repaired  
or replaced by an authorised repair agent.  
Never attempt to remove or replace any parts  
other than those specified in this manual.  
Use only Black & Decker replacement parts  
and accessories.  
Personal protection  
Wear stout shoes or boots to protect your feet.  
Do not operate the tool wearing open-toed  
sandals or when barefoot.  
Wear long trousers to protect your legs.  
Using your tool  
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use  
common sense.  
Additional safety instructions for grass trimmers  
The following warning symbols are found on the tool:  
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.  
If the tool begins to vibrate abnormally,  
immediately switch it off. Allow rotating parts  
to stop and inspect the tool for damage and  
loose parts.  
Wear safety glasses or goggles when  
operating this tool.  
The cutting line will continue to run for a  
few seconds after switching the tool off.  
Never attempt to force the line to come  
to a standstill.  
Safety of others  
Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar  
with these instructions to operate the tool.  
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to  
come near the work area or to touch the tool.  
Remember that the operator may be held  
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring  
to other people or their property.  
Keep people and animals at least 6 m  
away from the cutting area.  
Do not expose the tool to rain or high  
humidity.  
After use  
Switch the tool off and ensure that moving  
Before using the tool, check that your cutting  
path is free from sticks, stones, wire and any  
other objects.  
Only use the tool in the correct position,  
with the cutting line near the ground, as shown  
in the illustrations. Never switch the tool on in  
any other position.  
parts have stopped rotating before leaving  
the tool unattended and before changing,  
cleaning or inspecting any parts of the tool.  
When not in use, the tool should be stored  
in a dry place. Children should not have access  
to stored tools.  
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Switch on the tool only when hands and feet  
are away from the cutting line.  
Avoid body contact with the cutting line while  
the tool is running.  
Do not work on steep slopes. Be sure of your  
footing. Be aware that freshly cut grass is  
damp and slippery.  
In case of skin contact, flush immediately with  
water. Neutralize with a mild alkaline solution  
such as milk or bicarbonate of soda.  
In case of eye contact, rinse abundantly with  
clean water for at least 10 minutes.  
Seek medical attention.  
Take care when trimming near borders and  
gravel paths or roads, as stones and soil may  
be moved by the cutting line.  
The following symbol is found on the battery:  
Do not put the tool down until the cutting line  
has come to a complete standstill.  
Use only the appropriate type of  
Do not incinerate the battery.  
Black & Decker cutting line. Never use metal  
cutting line or fishing line.  
Charger  
Use your Black & Decker charger only to  
charge batteries of the type supplied with your  
tool. Other batteries could burst, causing  
personal injury and damage.  
Take care to avoid injury from the line  
trimming blade. Do not touch the blade. After  
extending new cutting line, always return the  
tool to its normal operating position before  
switching on.  
Have defective cords replaced immediately.  
Do not expose to water.  
Do not open the charger.  
Additional safety instructions for batteries and  
chargers  
Do not probe the charger.  
The following symbol is found on the charger:  
Intended for indoor use only.  
Battery  
Never attempt to open for any reason.  
Do not store in locations where the  
temperature may exceed 40 °C.  
Charge only at ambient temperatures between  
5 °C and 40 °C.  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
Your charger has been designed for a specific  
mains voltage. Always check that the mains  
voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating  
plate.  
Charge only in a dry, well ventilated area.  
Charge only using the charger provided with  
the tool.  
Do not attempt to charge damaged batteries.  
Before charging, make sure that the battery  
connector is dry and clean.  
When disposing of the battery, follow the  
instructions given in the section “Protecting  
the environment”.  
The charger is designed for use on AC  
(mains) power supplies only. Do not  
attempt to use on any other supply.  
Your charger is double insulated in  
accordance with EN 60335; therefore no  
earth wire is required.  
Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may  
occur.  
Never attempt to replace the charger unit  
with a regular mains plug.  
The battery liquid contains diluted  
sulphuric acid which can be harmful.  
Sulphuric acid on the skin will cause burns  
and if in contact with the eyes may cause  
loss of sight.  
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CARTON CONTENTS  
The carton contains:  
Find a suitable indoor location for the wall  
mount. If you also want to charge the battery  
on the wall mount, this location must be dry  
and well ventilated.  
Position the wall mount as shown and mark the  
location of the two mounting holes (16) on the  
wall. Make sure that there is sufficient space to  
hang the tool on the wall mount.  
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Cordless grass trimmer  
Charger  
Guard with mounting screw  
Wall mount  
Mounting screws  
Wall plugs  
Instruction manual  
Drill a hole (ø 6 mm, approx. 35 mm deep) at  
each of the marked locations.  
Carefully unpack all parts.  
Insert the plugs (17) provided into the holes.  
If you do not want to use the wall mount  
location for charging the battery, remove the  
charging insert from the wall mount.  
If you want to use the wall mount location for  
charging the battery:  
- Guide the cable (19) through one of the slots  
(20) as shown.  
- Plug the charger (13) into a mains outlet.  
Mount the wall mount to the wall using the  
screws (18) provided.  
OVERVIEW (fig. A)  
1. On/off switch  
2. Lock-off button  
3. Battery housing  
4. Secondary handle  
5. Handle knob  
6. Head release knob  
7. Motor housing  
8. Guard  
9. Line trimming blade  
10. Edge guide  
11. Spool  
12. Cutting line  
13. Charger  
Fitting the secondary handle (fig. D)  
Unscrew the handle knob (5).  
Set the handle onto the tool as shown.  
Fasten the handle using the handle knob and  
screw as shown.  
14. Wall mount  
ASSEMBLY  
USE  
Avoid accidentally switching the tool on  
during assembly.  
Let the tool work at its own pace.  
Do not overload.  
Fitting the guard (fig. B)  
Charging the battery (fig. G & H)  
Remove the screw (15) from the guard (8).  
Place the guard onto the tool as shown.  
Firmly press the guard until it snaps into place.  
Secure the guard with the screw (15).  
The battery needs to be charged before first use  
and whenever it fails to produce sufficient power  
on jobs that were easily done before. To maximise  
the lifetime of the battery, it is recommended to  
keep the battery connected to the charger  
whenever the tool is not in use. When the battery  
is full, the power consumption of the charger is  
negligible.  
Never use the tool unless the guard is  
properly fitted.  
Mounting the wall mount to the wall (fig. C)  
The wall mount (14) is used to provide a convenient  
storage and charging point for the tool.  
Do not charge the battery at ambient  
temperatures below 5 °C or above 40 °C.  
Recommended charging temperature:  
approx. 24 °C.  
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To charge the battery on the wall base:  
- Make sure the charging insert (21) is fitted in  
the wall mount (14) (fig. C).  
Trimming mode (fig. K & M)  
For trimming, the trimmer head should be in the  
position shown in fig. K. If it is not:  
- Hang the tool on the wall mount as shown  
(fig. F).  
While holding the secondary handle with one  
hand, depress the head release knob (6) with  
the other hand (fig. M).  
To charge the battery elsewhere:  
- Insert the plug (32) into the connector (33) on  
the battery housing.  
- Place the tool on a flat and level surface as  
shown.  
Rotate the trimmer head clockwise until it  
engages in the trimming position.  
Release the head release knob.  
Set the edge guide (10) to the retracted  
position.  
Make sure that the tool is out of reach  
of children and any other persons  
unfamiliar with this tool.  
Make sure that the plug and cable are  
not trapped under the tool.  
Edging mode (fig. L & M)  
For edging, the trimmer head should be in the  
position shown in fig. L. If it is not:  
While holding the secondary handle with one  
hand, depress the head release knob (6) with  
the other hand (fig. M).  
Charging process (fig. I)  
Plug the charger into a mains outlet.  
Rotate the trimmer head counterclockwise until  
it engages in the edging position.  
Release the head release knob.  
Set the edge guide (10) to the forward position.  
While the battery is being charged, the red  
indicator light (34) on the charger will be lit.  
When charging is complete, the red indicator light  
will stop lighting and the green indicator light (35)  
will be lit. The battery can be left connected to the  
charger indefinitely.  
Switching on and off (fig. N)  
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a  
double switching system. This system is designed  
to prevent inadvertent operation of the tool.  
When you want to use the tool, disconnect Switching on  
the charger from the battery and unplug  
the charger.  
Push the lock-off button (2) forward using your  
thumb and at the same time squeeze the on/  
off switch (1).  
Adjusting the position of the secondary handle  
(fig. A & J)  
Release the lock-off button.  
The secondary handle can be adjusted to provide  
optimum balance and comfort.  
Switching off  
Release the on/off switch (1).  
Let the guard (8) rest on the ground.  
Slacken the handle knob (5).  
Move the handle (4) into the desired position.  
Securely tighten the handle knob.  
Never attempt to lock a switch in the on  
position.  
Hints for optimum use  
Setting the tool to trimming or edging mode  
(fig. K, L & M)  
Trimming  
The tool can be used in trimming mode as shown  
in fig. K or in edging mode to trim overhanging  
grass along lawn edges and flower beds as shown  
in fig. L.  
Hold the tool as shown in fig. K.  
Gently swing the trimmer from side to side as  
shown in fig. K.  
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When cutting long grass, work in stages from  
the top.  
Keep the tool away from hard objects and  
delicate plants.  
Keep the tabs (22) depressed and remove the  
spool cover (23) from the housing (24).  
Remove the empty spool (25) from the  
housing.  
Remove any dirt and grass from the housing.  
Take the new spool and unwind approx. 10 cm  
of cutting line.  
If the tool starts running slowly, reduce the load.  
Edging  
Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges  
deeper than 50 mm.  
Feed the cutting line through the eyelet (26).  
Push the spool onto the drive shaft (27) and  
rotate it slightly until it is seated. Make sure  
that the cutting line is not trapped under the  
spool and that 8-10 cm of cutting line  
protrudes from the housing.  
Align the tabs on the spool cover with the  
holes in the housing.  
Push the cover onto the housing until it snaps  
securely into place.  
Do not use the tool to create edges. To create  
edges, use an edging spade.  
Guide the tool as shown in fig. L. Keep the  
edge guide against the lawn edge.  
To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.  
General  
In order to achieve optimum cutting results,  
only cut dry grass.  
If possible, keep the battery connected to the  
charger and the charger plugged in whenever  
the tool is not in use.  
If the cutting line protrudes beyond the  
trimming blade (9), cut it off so that it just  
reaches the blade.  
MAINTENANCE  
Winding new line onto an empty spool (fig. F)  
You may wind new cutting line onto an empty  
spool. Replacement packs of cutting line are  
available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no.  
A6170 (25 m), A6171 (40 m), A6054 (50 m)).  
Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to  
operate over a long period of time with a  
minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory  
operation depends upon proper tool care and  
regular cleaning.  
Remove the empty spool from the tool as  
described above.  
Your charger does not require any maintenance  
apart from regular cleaning.  
Remove any old cutting line from the spool.  
Feed 2 cm of cutting line into one of the holes  
(28) in the spool as shown.  
Unplug the charger before cleaning it.  
Bend the cutting line and anchor it in the  
L-shaped slot (29).  
Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the  
direction of the arrow (30). Make sure to wind  
the line on neatly and in layers. Do not criss-  
cross.  
Regularly clean the spool using a soft brush or  
dry cloth.  
Regularly use a blunt scraper to remove grass  
and dirt from the underneath of the guard.  
When the wound cutting line reaches the  
recesses (31), cut the line. Let the line protrude  
approx. 10 cm from the spool and hold a  
finger on the line to keep it in place.  
Proceed as described above to fit the spool on  
the tool.  
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool  
using a soft brush or dry cloth.  
Regularly clean the motor housing using a  
damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or  
solvent-based cleaner.  
Fitting a new spool of cutting line (fig. E)  
Replacement spools of cutting line are available  
from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6481).  
Only use the appropriate type of  
Black & Decker cutting line.  
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Storage  
If the automatic line feed still does not work or the  
spool is jammed, try the following suggestions:  
When the tool will not be used for several months,  
ideally leave the battery connected to the charger.  
Otherwise proceed as follows:  
Carefully clean the spool cover and housing.  
Remove the spool and check if the lever (32)  
can move freely (fig. E).  
Fully charge the battery.  
Store the tool in a secure and dry location.  
The storage temperature must always remain  
in the range of +5 °C to +40 °C.  
Before using the tool after prolonged storage,  
fully charge the battery again.  
Remove the spool and unwind the cutting line,  
then wind it on neatly again as described  
above. Replace the spool as instructed.  
Push the cover onto the housing until it snaps  
securely into place.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT  
If your tool seems not to operate properly, follow  
the instructions below. If this does not solve the  
problem, please contact your local Black & Decker  
repair agent.  
Tools  
Should you find one day that your tool  
needs replacement, or if it is of no further  
use to you, think of the protection of the  
environment. Black & Decker repair agents  
will accept old Black & Decker tools and  
ensure that they are disposed of in an  
environmentally safe way.  
Tool runs slowly  
Check that the spool housing can rotate freely.  
Carefully clean it if necessary.  
Check that the cutting line does not protrude  
more than 10-12 cm from the spool housing.  
If it does, cut it off so that it just reaches the  
line trimming blade.  
Battery (fig. O & P)  
Connect the battery to the charger and plug  
the charger in. Wait until the green indicator  
light lights up to ensure that the battery is fully  
charged.  
If you want to dispose of the tool yourself,  
the battery must be removed as described  
below and disposed of in accordance with  
local regulations.  
Pb  
Automatic line feed does not work  
Keep the tabs depressed and remove the  
spool cover from the spool.  
The battery liquid contains diluted  
sulphuric acid which can be harmful.  
Sulphuric acid on the skin will cause  
burns and if in contact with the eyes  
may cause loss of sight. In case of skin  
contact, flush immediately with water.  
Neutralize with a mild alkaline solution  
such as milk or bicarbonate of soda. In  
case of eye contact, rinse abundantly  
with clean water for at least 10 minutes.  
Seek medical attention.  
Lift the spool approx. 6 mm and pull the  
cutting line until it protrudes 8-10 cm from the  
housing. If insufficient cutting line is left on the  
spool, install a new spool of cutting line as  
instructed above.  
Push the spool back into place and rotate it  
slightly until it is seated.  
Align the tabs on the spool cover with the  
holes in the housing.  
Push the cover 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.  
Do not short-circuit the battery  
terminals.  
Be aware that the battery is heavy.  
If possible, operate the tool to run the battery  
down completely.  
Remove the secondary handle from the tool.  
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Place the tool on a firm surface, allowing  
access to the screws (36) in the handle casing  
(fig. O).  
Repairs have not been attempted by anyone  
other than our authorised repair agents.  
The failure represents normal wear and tear.  
Remove the screws (36) from the handle casing.  
Remove the top part of the handle casing.  
Remove the screws (37) from the battery  
housing (fig. P).  
This guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and  
does not affect your statutory rights.  
The guarantee policy  
Remove the top part of the battery housing.  
Disconnect the wires (38) from the battery  
terminals (39).  
Place the battery in a suitable packaging to  
ensure that the terminals cannot be short-  
circuited. Take the battery to your service  
agent or a local recycling station. Collected  
batteries will be recycled or disposed of  
properly.  
The following failures are not covered by the  
above guarantee:  
Replacing worn or damaged blades, nylon  
lines, chains and power cables. These items  
are regarded as replacement items which wear  
during normal usage.  
Failures as a result of sudden impact or  
obvious abuse.  
Failures due to usage not in accordance with  
instructions and recommendations contained  
in this manual.  
Technical data  
GLC120  
Voltage  
VDC  
Ah  
min-1  
m
12  
The use of other than genuine Black & Decker  
accessories and parts may cause decreased  
performance or damage to the product and will  
render the guarantee void.  
Capacity  
7.2  
No-load speed  
Cutting line length  
Weight  
10,800  
10  
kg  
4.6  
AFTER SALES SERVICE  
Charger  
Full details on our after-sales service are available  
on the Internet at www.2helpU.com.  
Alternatively, contact our Service and Information  
Centre at the address towards the back of this  
manual.  
Input voltage  
VAC  
h
230  
16  
Approx. charging time  
GUARANTEE  
The Black & Decker lawn and garden guarantee  
provides: 36 months parts and 12 months  
labour cover in the UK, 24 months parts and  
labour cover in South Africa, Australia and New  
Zealand. Proof of purchase will be required.  
Should your Black & Decker product become  
defective within the guarantee period due to  
faulty materials or workmanship, we guarantee to  
either replace all defective parts or -at our  
discretion- to replace the unit free of charge,  
provided that:  
It is our aim that all Black & Decker customers  
should be totally satisfied with their  
Black & Decker product and our after sales service.  
If any help or advice is needed, please contact  
your local Black & Decker repair agent.  
If your product needs repair, please take or send it  
to an authorised repair agent, providing proof of  
purchase if claiming a guarantee repair.  
Black & Decker offers a nationwide network of  
authorised repair agents.  
The product is returned to us or one of our  
authorised repair agents with proof of purchase.  
The product has been used within the  
parameters of its consumer classification.  
The product has not been used for hire  
purposes.  
Full details on our after sales service can be  
obtained from any of our authorised repair agents.  
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OTHER OUTDOOR TOOLS  
Black & Decker has a full range of outdoor power  
tools that make life in the garden easy. If you  
would like further information on the following  
products, please contact our Service and  
Information Centre (see the address page towards  
the end of this manual) or your local  
Black & Decker retailer.  
String trimmers  
Cordless shear  
Lawnmowers  
Leafbusters  
Chainsaws  
Hedgetrimmers  
Lawnrakers  
Shredders  
Not all products are available in all countries.  
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Australia  
DEWALT Industrial Power Tool Company  
7 Clarice Road  
Tel. 03 9895 9200  
Fax 03 9899 7465  
Box Hill, Victoria 3128  
New Zealand  
South Africa  
Black & Decker  
81 Hugo Johnson Drive  
Penrose, Auckland, New Zealand  
Tel. 09 579 7600  
Fax 09 579 8200  
Black & Decker South Africa (Pty) Ltd  
Physical address:  
Tel. (011) 653-1400  
Fax (011) 653-1499  
146 Lechwe Street  
Corporate park  
Randjiesfontein, Midrand  
Postal address:  
Postnet Suite 107, Private Bag X65  
Halfway House 1685  
United Kingdom  
Black & Decker  
210 Bath Road  
Slough, Berkshire SL1 3YD  
Tel. 01753 511234  
Fax 01753 551155  
Helpline 01753 574277  
498077-00  
 
 
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