Black Decker Trimmer GT20 User Manual

GT20  
GT25  
 
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2
4
3
5
A
 
3
6
B
C
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0-15o  
D2  
D1  
D3  
D4  
 
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E N G L I S H  
HEDGETRIMMER GT20/GT25  
CONGRATULATIONS!  
INTENDED USE  
You have chosen a Black & Decker tool. Our aim is  
to provide quality tools at an affordable price. We  
Your Black & Decker hedgetrimmer GT20/GT25  
has been designed for trimming hedges, shrubs  
hope that you will enjoy using this tool for many years. and brambles. This tool is intended for consumer  
use only.  
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
GT20/GT25  
Black & Decker declares that these  
products conform to: 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC,  
73/23/EEC, BS 2769 (EN 50144 not  
including 23.5), EN 55014, EN 61000,  
2000/14/EC, Hedge trimmer 330 W,  
Annex V  
Warning symbols  
The following symbols are used in this manual:  
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life  
or damage to the tool in case of non-  
observance of the instructions in this  
manual.  
Level of sound pressure, measured according to  
2000/14/EC:  
Denotes risk of electric shock.  
GT20  
GT25  
L
pA (sound pressure)  
dB(A)  
dB(A)  
dB(A)  
81  
81  
LWA (acoustic power)  
LWA (guaranteed)  
94  
99  
94  
99  
Read the manual prior to operation.  
Know your tool  
Always wear ear protection if the sound  
pressure exceeds 85 dB(A).  
N Warning! When using mains-powered  
tools, basic safety precautions,  
including the following, should always  
be followed to reduce the risk of fire,  
electric shock, personal injury and  
material damage.  
Hand/arm weighted vibration value according to  
EN 50144:  
GT20  
GT25  
< 2.5 m/s2 < 2.5 m/s2  
N
Read all of this manual carefully before  
operating the tool.  
N
Before operating the tool, make sure  
that you know how to switch the tool off  
in an emergency.  
N
Retain this manual for future reference.  
Brian Cooke  
Director of Engineering  
Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG,  
United Kingdom  
1-12-2001  
 
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E N G L I S H  
General  
intended for outdoor use.  
11.Use appropriate tool  
1. Consider work area environment  
Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the  
tool in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work  
area well lit. Do not use the tool where there is  
a risk of causing fire or explosion, i.e. in the  
presence of flammable liquids and gases. Keep  
the work area free from debris and obstacles.  
2. Keep children away  
The intended use is described in this instruction  
manual. Do not force small tools or attachments  
to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will  
do the job better and safer at the rate for which  
it was intended. Do not force the tool.  
Warning! 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.  
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to  
come near the work area or to touch the tool  
or mains cable.  
12.Check for damaged parts  
3. Dress properly  
Before use, carefully check the tool and mains  
cable for damage. 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. Ensure  
that the tool will operate properly and perform  
its intended function. 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.  
Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or  
replaced by an authorised repair agent. Never  
attempt any repairs yourself. If the supply cord is  
damaged, it must be replaced by an authorised  
repair agent in order to avoid a hazard.  
13.Unplug the tool  
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as  
these can be caught in moving parts.  
Preferably wear rubber gloves and non-slip  
footwear when working outdoors. Wear  
protective hair covering to keep long hair out  
of the way.  
4. Personal protection  
Always use safety glasses. Use a face or dust  
mask whenever the operations may produce  
dust or flying particles. Wear ear protection  
whenever the sound level seems  
uncomfortable.  
5. Guard against electric shock  
Prevent body contact with earthed or grounded  
surfaces (e.g. metal railings, lamp-posts etc.).  
Electric safety can be further improved by using  
a high-sensitivity (30 mA/30 mS) residual current  
device (RCD).  
Unplug the tool when it is not in use, before  
changing any parts of the tool, accessories or  
attachments and before servicing.  
14.Avoid unintentional starting  
6. Do not overreach  
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  
7. Stay alert  
Do not carry the tool with a finger on the  
on/off switch. Be sure that the tool is switched  
off when plugging in.  
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.  
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.  
8. Secure workpiece  
15.Do not abuse cord  
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to  
disconnect from the socket. Keep the cord  
away from heat, oil and sharp edges.  
16.Store idle tools  
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,  
locked up or high place, out of reach of children.  
17.Maintain tools with care  
Where appropriate, use clamps or a vice to  
hold the workpiece. It is safer and it frees both  
hands to operate the tool.  
9. Remove keys and adjusting wrenches  
Always check that keys and adjusting wrenches  
are removed from the tool before operating  
the tool.  
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better  
and safer performance. Follow the instructions  
for maintenance and changing accessories.  
Keep handles and switches dry, clean and free  
from oil and grease.  
10.Extension cables  
Before use, inspect the extension cable and  
replace if damaged. Only use extension cables  
 
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E N G L I S H  
18.Repairs  
N If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off.  
Unplug the tool before attempting to remove  
any obstructions.  
N After use, place the blade sheath supplied  
over the blades. Store the tool, making sure  
that the blade is not exposed.  
This tool complies with relevant safety  
requirements. Repairs should only be carried  
out by qualified persons using original spare  
parts; otherwise this may result in considerable  
danger to the user.  
N Always ensure that all guards are fitted when  
using the tool. Never attempt to use an  
incomplete tool or a tool with unauthorised  
modifications.  
Additional safety instructions for  
hedgetrimmers  
Wear safety glasses or goggles when  
operating this tool.  
N Never allow children to use the tool.  
Additional safety instructions for Australia and  
New Zealand  
Wear gloves when operating this tool.  
N This appliance is not intended for use by  
young or infirm persons without supervision.  
Children must be supervised to ensure they do  
not play with the appliance.  
Wear ear protection when operating this  
tool.  
N 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.  
Immediately disconnect the cable from the  
mains if it is damaged or cut.  
Do not expose the tool to rain or high  
humidity.  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
The electric motor has been designed for one  
voltage only. Always check that the power supply  
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.  
N Keep the cable away from the blades while  
using this tool.  
N If you have not used a hedgetrimmer before,  
preferably seek practical instruction by an  
experienced user in addition to studying this  
manual.  
This tool is double insulated in accordance  
with EN 50144; therefore no earth wire is  
required.  
N Never touch the blades while the tool is  
running.  
N Never attempt to force the blades to come to  
a standstill.  
Mains plug replacement  
(U.K. & Ireland only)  
N Do not put the tool down until the blades have  
come to a complete standstill.  
N Regularly check the blades for damage and  
wear. Do not use the tool when the blades are  
worn or damaged.  
N Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal  
wire, railings) when trimming. Should you  
accidentally hit any such object, immediately  
switch the tool off and check for any damage.  
N Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally,  
immediately switch it off and check for any  
damage.  
N Should your mains plug need replacing and  
you are competent to do this, proceed as  
instructed below. If you are in doubt, contact  
an authorised repair agent or a qualified  
electrician.  
 
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E N G L I S H  
N Disconnect the plug from the supply and  
remove the fuse from the plug.  
ASSEMBLY  
N Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug  
with bared copper conductors is dangerous if  
engaged in a live socket outlet.  
Before assembly, make sure that the tool  
is switched off and unplugged.  
N Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs  
fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1).  
N The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be  
marked at the connection points of most good  
quality plugs. Attach the wires to their  
Fitting the guard (fig. B)  
N
Place the guard (3) onto the tool as shown.  
Secure the guard using the two screws (6)  
supplied.  
N
respective points in the plug (see above). Brown  
is for Live (L) (2), blue is for Neutral (N) (4).  
N Before replacing the top cover of the mains  
plug ensure that the cable restraint (3) is  
holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly  
and that the leads are correctly fixed at the  
terminal screws.  
N If the plug has a fuse cover, make sure that the  
fuse cover is fitted. Do not use the plug if the  
fuse cover is missing or damaged.  
Never use the tool without the guard.  
Cable retention system (fig. C)  
The cable retention system helps you to control  
the cable.  
N
Feed the cable through the opening and  
secure it around the pegs as shown.  
USE  
Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not  
overload.  
Never use a light socket.  
Using an extension cable  
N Carefully guide the cable in order to  
avoid accidentally cutting it. A good  
way to control the cable is by putting it  
over your shoulder.  
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. When using  
a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.  
Switching on and off (fig. A)  
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a  
double switching system. This system prevents  
starting the tool inadvertently and will only allow  
operation while holding the tool with both hands.  
CARTON CONTENTS  
The carton contains:  
1
1
1
2
1
1
Hedgetrimmer  
Blade sheath  
Guard  
Screws  
Instruction manual  
Parts diagram  
Switching on  
N
Squeeze both the front handle switch (1) and  
the trigger switch (2).  
Switching off  
Release the front handle switch (1) or the  
trigger switch (2).  
N Carefully unpack all parts.  
N
OVERVIEW (fig. A)  
1. Front handle switch  
2. Trigger switch  
3. Guard  
Never attempt to lock a switch in the on  
position.  
4. Blade  
5. Blade sheath  
 
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E N G L I S H  
Hints for optimum use  
This service is provided free of charge.  
To take advantage of this service please  
return your product to any authorised  
repair agent who will collect them on our  
behalf.  
N Slightly tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the  
line of cut) so that the blade tips point slightly  
towards the hedge (fig. D1). This will cause the  
blades to cut more effectively.  
N Start by trimming the top of the hedge. Hold the  
tool at the desired angle and move it steadily  
along the line of cut (fig. D2). The double-sided  
blade allows you to cut in either direction.  
N In order to obtain a very straight cut, stretch a  
piece of string along the length of the hedge  
at the desired height. Use the string (7) as a  
guideline, cutting just above it (fig. D2).  
N In order to obtain flat sides, cut upwards with  
the growth (fig. D3). Younger stems move  
outwards when the blade cuts downwards,  
causing shallow patches in the hedge.  
N Take care to avoid any foreign objects.  
Especially avoid hard objects such as metal  
wire and railings, as these could damage the  
blades (fig. D4).  
You can check the location of your nearest  
authorised repair agent by contacting your local  
Black & Decker office at the address indicated in  
this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised  
Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our  
after-sales service and contacts are available on  
the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.  
Technical data  
GT20  
230  
240  
330  
1,800  
41  
12  
< 1  
2.4  
GT25  
230  
240  
330  
1,800  
41  
12  
<1  
2.4  
Voltage  
(Australia & New Zealand) VAC  
Power input  
Blade strokes (no load) min-1  
VAC  
W
Blade length  
Blade gap  
Blade brake time  
Weight  
cm  
mm  
s
N Regularly oil the blades.  
MAINTENANCE  
kg  
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.  
GUARANTEE  
Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its  
products and offers an outstanding guarantee.  
This guarantee statement is in addition to and in  
no way prejudices your statutory rights.  
Before performing any maintenance,  
switch off and unplug the tool.  
The guarantee is valid within the territories of the  
Member States of the European Union and the  
European Free Trade Area.  
N After use, carefully clean the blades. After  
cleaning, apply a film of light machine oil to  
prevent the blades from rusting.  
If a Black & Decker product becomes defective  
due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of  
N Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool conformity, within 24 months from the date of  
using a soft brush or dry cloth.  
N Regularly clean the motor housing using  
a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or  
solvent-based cleaner.  
purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace  
defective parts, repair products subjected to fair  
wear and tear or replace such products to ensure  
minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:  
N The product has been used for trade,  
professional or hire purposes;  
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT  
N The product has been subjected to misuse or  
neglect;  
N The product has sustained damage through  
foreign objects, substances or accidents;  
Black & Decker provides a facility for  
recycling Black & Decker products once  
they have reached the end of their  
working life.  
 
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E N G L I S H  
N Repairs have been attempted by other persons  
than authorised repair agents or Black & Decker  
service staff.  
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to  
submit proof of purchase to the seller or an  
authorised repair agent. You can check the  
location of your nearest authorised repair agent by  
contacting your local Black & Decker office at the  
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a  
list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and  
full details of our after-sales service and contacts  
are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.  
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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TYP.  
1
GT20 GT25  
134  
141  
141  
GT249  
GT259  
-
-
GT250  
GT260  
GT251  
GT261  
-
GT252  
142  
136  
134  
135  
132  
114  
124  
131  
130  
116  
148  
119  
147  
126  
143  
102  
111  
101  
110  
129  
115  
125  
149  
117  
112  
104  
118 146  
105  
107  
139  
127  
145  
113  
138  
106  
106  
137  
103  
109  
108  
110  
144  
128  
133  
E12044  
 
17/04/97  
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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  
39 Commerce Crescent  
Eastgate, ext. 12, Sandton, Kramerville 2148  
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  
 
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