Black Decker Trimmer GT340 User Manual

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E N G L I S H  
HEDGETRIMMER  
GT340/GT350/GT360/GT460SXC  
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 hedgetrimmer GT340/  
GT350/GT360/GT460SXC has been designed for  
trimming hedges, shrubs and brambles. This tool  
is intended for consumer use only.  
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
GT340/GT350/GT360/GT460SXC  
Black & Decker declares that these  
products conform to:  
Warning symbols  
The following symbols are used in this manual:  
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 400 W, Annex V  
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  
EN 50144:  
Denotes risk of electric shock.  
LpA (sound pressure)  
LWA (acoustic power)  
LWA (guaranteed)  
dB(A)  
dB(A)  
dB(A)  
83  
96  
99  
Read the manual prior to operation.  
Know your tool  
Always wear ear protection if the sound  
pressure exceeds 85 dB(A).  
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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:  
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Read all of this manual carefully before  
operating the tool.  
Before operating the tool, make sure  
that you know how to switch the tool off  
in an emergency.  
< 2.5 m/s2  
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Retain this manual for future reference.  
Brian Cooke  
Director of Engineering  
Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG,  
United Kingdom  
3-10-2001  
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E N G L I S H  
General  
11.Use appropriate tool  
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.  
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  
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  
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  
3. Dress properly  
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).  
6. Do not overreach  
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  
Do not carry the tool with a finger on the on/  
off switch. Be sure that the tool is switched off  
when plugging in.  
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  
7. Stay alert  
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  
Where appropriate, use clamps or a vice to  
hold the workpiece. It is safer and it frees both  
hands to operate the tool.  
When not in use, tools should be stored in a  
dry, locked up or high place, out of reach of  
children.  
9. Remove keys and adjusting wrenches  
Always check that keys and adjusting wrenches  
are removed from the tool before operating  
the tool.  
17.Maintain tools with care  
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  
intended for outdoor use.  
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E N G L I S H  
18.Repairs  
This tool complies with relevant safety  
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After use, place the blade sheath supplied  
over the blades. Store the tool, making sure  
that the blade is not exposed.  
Always ensure that all guards are fitted when  
using the tool. Never attempt to use an  
incomplete tool or a tool with unauthorised  
modifications.  
requirements. Repairs should only be carried  
out by qualified persons using original spare  
parts; otherwise this may result in considerable  
danger to the user.  
Additional safety instructions for hedgetrimmers  
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Never allow children to use the tool.  
Wear safety glasses or goggles when  
operating this tool.  
Additional safety instructions for Australia and  
New Zealand  
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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 gloves when operating this tool.  
Wear ear protection when operating this  
tool.  
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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.  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
Do not expose the tool to rain or high  
humidity.  
The electric motor has been designed for one  
voltage only. Always check that the power supply  
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.  
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Keep the cable away from the blades while  
using this tool.  
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; therefore no  
earth wire is required.  
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)  
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Never touch the blades while the tool is running.  
Never attempt to force the blades to come to  
a standstill.  
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Do not put the tool down until the blades have  
come to a complete standstill.  
Regularly check the blades for damage and  
wear. Do not use the tool when the blades are  
worn or damaged.  
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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.  
Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally,  
immediately switch it off and check for any  
damage.  
If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off.  
Unplug the tool before attempting to remove  
any obstructions.  
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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.  
Disconnect the plug from the supply and  
remove the fuse from the plug.  
Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug  
with bared copper conductors is dangerous if  
engaged in a live socket outlet.  
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E N G L I S H  
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Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs  
fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1).  
The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be  
marked at the connection points of most good  
quality plugs. Attach the wires to their respective  
points in the plug (see above). Brown is for  
Live (L) (2), blue is for Neutral (N) (4).  
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.  
The following items are available:  
A6615 20 m cable, socket, 13 Amp plug  
A6616 20 m cable, socket, 13 Amp plug and  
Cable Tidy frame  
A6617 30 m cable, socket, 13 Amp plug and  
Cable Tidy frame  
A6613 40 m cable, socket, 13 Amp plug and  
Cable Tidy reel  
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Existing cable systems  
Your tool either comes with a cable attached  
(the cat. no. ends with a C) or with a male connector  
built into the tool. If you already own an outdoor  
cable system with the old female connector shown  
below, we recommend that you replace this  
connector with the new female connector, which is  
available from most major DIY outlets and from  
Black & Decker service centres (cat. no. A6624S).  
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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 a light socket.  
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. When using  
a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.  
old female connector  
new female connector  
Follow the instructions supplied with the connector.  
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.  
Cable connection system  
Black & Decker continually makes every effort to  
achieve the highest standards in performance,  
quality and reliability. We recommend the use of a  
new outdoor cable connection system, which  
gives additional protection against the possibility  
of water or moisture entering into the cable  
connector during normal use.  
Existing outdoor tools  
To connect existing Black & Decker outdoor tools  
to the new system, you will need an adaptor (see  
below), which is available as an accessory from  
most major DIY outlets and from Black & Decker  
service centres (cat. no. A6623S).  
The new connection system does not  
release the operator of the tool from the  
safety precautions and safe working  
practices given in the manual.  
Particular attention is drawn to the fact  
that this connection system is ‘weather  
resistant’, but not suitable for immersion,  
submersion or being subjected to water  
jets. Take care to prevent the cable from  
lying in or trailing through pools of water  
or from splashing with hose pipes.  
This adaptor is only suitable for products  
rated up to 500 W. It is not recommended  
for use with hover mowers, rotary mowers  
with grass collection, chainsaws, shredders  
and blower vacs. Please contact your local  
service centre if you need further advice.  
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E N G L I S H  
Fitting your own extension cable  
3. Front handle  
4. Guard  
5. Blade  
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When making your own extension cable, fit a  
13 Amp plug to one end of the cable  
(see “Mains plug replacement”) and a female  
connector to the other end. For wiring  
instructions, see those supplied with the  
female connector.  
6. Blade sheath  
ASSEMBLY  
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A male connector (see below) is already  
attached to the power supply cable on your  
tool. It is non-rewireable and should not be  
removed. If the connector is damaged and  
needs replacement, take the tool to a  
Black & Decker service centre.  
Before assembly, make sure that the tool  
is switched off and unplugged.  
Fit the blade sheath over the blades.  
You will need a number 2 Posidrive screwdriver for  
assembly.  
Fitting the guard (fig. B)  
female connector  
male connector  
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Place the guard (4) onto the tool as shown.  
Secure the guard using the two screws  
supplied.  
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Never wire an extension cable with  
anything other than the female connector  
supplied and a 13 Amp BS1363A  
approved plug with the recommended  
fuse. Never wire a male connector to the  
extension cable. Never wire an extension  
cable with a plug of any kind at each end  
of the cable. This is extremely dangerous  
and results in the pins being live, which  
may cause a fatal electric shock.  
Never use the tool without the guard.  
Connecting the tool to the mains (fig. C)  
Unless the tool is fitted with a mains cable, you will  
need to connect an extension cable to the power  
inlet.  
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Connect the female socket of a suitable  
extension cable to the power inlet.  
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Loop the extension cable through the cable  
restraint (7) as shown to prevent it from  
becoming detached during use.  
CARTON CONTENTS  
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Insert the mains plug into a mains outlet.  
The carton contains:  
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Hedgetrimmer  
Blade sheath  
Guard  
Screws  
Instruction manual  
The extension cable must be suitable for  
outdoor use.  
USE  
Let the tool work at its own pace.  
Do not overload.  
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Carefully unpack all parts.  
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Please note that additional items may be found  
in the carton, depending on the letter suffix  
following the catalogue number of your tool.  
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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.  
OVERVIEW (fig. A)  
1. Front handle switch  
2. Trigger switch  
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E N G L I S H  
Switching on and off (fig. A)  
Guidelines for trimming (Australia & New Zealand)  
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.  
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Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves  
(new leaves every year) in December and March.  
Trim evergreens in September and February.  
Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs  
every six weeks from October until March.  
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Switching on  
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Squeeze both the front handle switch (1) and  
the trigger switch (2).  
MAINTENANCE  
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.  
Switching off  
Release the front handle switch (1) or the  
trigger switch (2).  
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Never attempt to lock a switch in the on  
position.  
Before performing any maintenance,  
switch off and unplug the tool.  
Hints for optimum use  
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After use, carefully clean the blades.  
After cleaning, apply a film of light machine oil  
to prevent the blades from rusting.  
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.  
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Slightly tilt the tool (up to 15° relative to the  
line of cut) so that the blade tips point slightly  
towards the hedge (fig. D). This will cause the  
blades to cut more effectively.  
Start by trimming the top of the hedge.  
Hold the tool at the desired angle and move it  
steadily along the line of cut. The double-sided  
blade allows you to cut in either direction.  
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 as a  
guideline, cutting just above it.  
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PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT  
Black & Decker provides a facility for  
recycling Black & Decker products once  
they have reached the end of their  
working life. 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.  
In order to obtain flat sides, cut upwards with  
the growth. Younger stems move outwards  
when the blade cuts downwards, causing  
shallow patches in the hedge.  
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Take care to avoid any foreign objects.  
Especially avoid hard objects such as metal wire  
and railings, as these could damage the blades.  
Regularly oil the blades.  
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.  
Guidelines for trimming (UK & Ireland)  
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Trim hedges and shrubs with seasonal leaves  
(new leaves every year) in June and October.  
Trim evergreens in April and August.  
Trim conifers and other fast growing shrubs  
every six weeks from May until October.  
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E N G L I S H  
Technical data  
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to  
GT340 GT350 GT41  
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:  
Voltage  
VAC 230  
230  
240  
400  
800  
230  
240  
400  
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(Australia & New Zealand) VAC 240  
Power input  
(Australia & New Zealand)  
W
W
400  
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Blade strokes (no load) min-1 3,700  
3,700 3,700  
Blade length  
Blade gap  
Blade brake time  
Weight  
cm 40  
mm 16  
51  
16  
40  
16  
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< 0.5  
kg 2.3  
< 0.5 < 0.5  
2.5 2.3  
OTHER OUTDOOR TOOLS  
GT360 GT460SXC  
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.  
Voltage  
(Australia & New Zealand)  
Power input  
(Australia & New Zealand)  
Blade strokes (no load)  
Blade length  
VAC 230  
VAC 240  
400  
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min-1 3,700  
cm 63  
230  
240  
400  
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W
W
3,700  
63  
Blade gap  
mm 16  
16  
Blade brake time  
Weight  
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< 0.5  
< 0.5  
2.7  
String trimmers  
Chainsaws  
kg 2.7  
Cordless shear  
Hedgetrimmers  
Lawnmowers  
Lawnrakers  
Leafbusters  
Shredders  
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.  
The guarantee is valid within the territories of the  
Member States of the European Union and the  
European Free Trade Area.  
Not all products are available in all countries.  
If a Black & Decker product becomes defective  
due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of  
conformity, within 24 months from the date of  
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:  
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The product has been used for trade,  
professional or hire purposes;  
The product has been subjected to misuse or  
neglect;  
The product has sustained damage through  
foreign objects, substances or accidents;  
Repairs have been attempted by others than  
authorised repair agents or Black & Decker  
service staff.  
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TYP.  
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GT340/GT350/GT351S/GT360S/GT41  
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141  
142  
135  
136  
134  
132  
114  
130  
116  
119  
131  
143  
147  
JP  
102  
101  
110  
115  
111  
125  
117  
112  
104  
107  
118 146  
105  
107  
129  
139  
127  
145  
113  
138  
106  
137  
103  
109  
108  
110  
128  
856  
133  
E13440  
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Australia  
Black & Decker (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Tel. 03-8720 5100  
20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark,  
Victoria, 3138  
Fax 03-9727 5940  
New Zealand  
Black & Decker  
Tel. 09 579 7600  
Fax 09 579 8200  
81 Hugo Johnston Drive  
Penrose, Auckland, New Zealand  
United Kingdom  
Black & Decker  
Tel. 01753 511234  
Fax 01753 551155  
Helpline 01753 574277  
210 Bath Road  
Slough, Berkshire SL1 3YD  
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