Black & Decker GSP401 Instruction Manual page 11

4 n 1 multi trimmer
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SwITcHInG off
• Release the trigger switch (8).
warnInG:
the switch in the on position.
aTTacHInG eXTenSIon
corD To Pole
An extension cord retainer (14) is built
into the extension pole switch handle.
This prevents the extension cord from
accidentally coming unplugged.
• Double the extension cord about 10
inches from the plug end so that it forms
a loop. Insert the loop into the cord slot
(29) located on bottom of the pole switch
handle as shown in figure Q.
• Hook the loop over the cord retainer (14)
as shown in figure r. Gently tug on the
cord to ensure that it is firmly retained in
the handle.
• Plug the receptacle end of the extension
cord into the pole power cord (10) of the
extension pole.
Q
r
14
HintS for optimal pole uSe
Pole TrIMMInG GraSS
warnInG:
oPeraTInG PoSITIonS
With its pivoting design the grass shear cutters
can be used to trim and shape hard to reach
grass areas like those shown in figure S.
• Adjust the pole length and pivot the tool
basket to achieve optimum cutting results,
only cut dry grass.
• Hold the tool as shown in figure S.
Maintain a stable working position so that
you do not slip. Do not overreach.
Never attempt to lock
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14
Blades coast after turn off.
S
• When cutting long grass, work in stages
from the top. Take small cuts.
• Keep the tool away from hard objects and
delicate plants.
• If the tool starts running slowly, reduce
the load.
• To make a closer cut, pivot the tool
basket to its maximum position.
• Spray the blade with a light coating of
general purpose oil before first use and
whenever the blades begin to look dry.
Pole TrIMMInG SHruBS
warnInG:
oPeraTInG PoSITIonS
DanGer:
position where you cannot see the entire blade.
With its pivoting design the shrubber can be
used to trim and shape hard to reach areas
of shrubs and bushes such as those shown in
figure T.
T
• Adjust the pole length and pivot the tool
basket to achieve optimum cutting results.
• Slightly tilt the shrubber blade (up to 15°
relative to the line of cut) so that the blade
tips point slightly towards the shrub as
shown in figure n. This will cause the
blades to cut more effectively.
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Blades coast after turn off.
Do not operate tool in a

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