GLS 2500 VA - Blower Güde - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GLS 2500 VA Güde

7GB Before putting the unit in operation, read this instruction manual thoroughly. A.V. 3 Reprints, even if partial should be approved. Technical changes reserved .

Any technical questions? Complaints? Do you need spare parts or the operating manual? On our homepage www.guede.com in section Servicing we shall help you fast and in a non-bureaucratic way. Please, help us to help you. For us to be able to identify your unit complained, we need the series number, ordering number and the year of manufacture. All the data are to be found on the plate. For you to have the data handy at any time, write them down . Series number:____________ Ordering No.:__________________ Year of manufacture:_________ Tel.: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-360 Fax: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-51999 E-Mail: support@ts.guede.com Signs on Unit: Product safety bans: Product compliance with respective EU standards Protect from rain! Warning Warning/Caution Keep a safe distance Warning against hazardous electric voltage Beware of articles thrown off while the motor is running Beware of hazardous drawn in Use outdoors only. Commands : Wear ear protectors and goggles Read operating manual before use Environment protection Wastes to be disposed of in a professional manner not to harm the environment. Cardboard packaging to be collected for recycling. Faulty and/or disposed of electrical/electronic appliances to be collected by authorised salvage places. Packaging Protect from moisture Keep Up Unit A compact leaves vac with suction and blowing function Including a leaves-collection bag and 2 guiding wheels . It is perfect for works in the garden, grass areas or pavements. Scope of Delivery

7. Blo wing/suction tube

8. Suction-blowing switching lever

EU Conformity We, Güde GmbH & Co. KG Birkichstrasse 6 D-74549 Wolpertshausen Germany herewith declare that the following appliance complies with the appropriate basic safety and health requirements of the EU Directives based on its design and type, as brought into circulation by us

In case of alternation of the machine, not agreed upon by us, this declaration will lose its validity. Machine description:

Measured sound pressure level Lwa = 81.2 dB Measured Sound Power Level: LWA = 101.2 dB Guaranteed Sound Power Level: LWA = 104 dB The given values are emission values and do not therefore represent safe values in the place of work. Although there is correlation between emission and pollution values, they cannot be a reliable basis for deriving whether or not additional preventive measures are necessary. The factors that may influence the immediate pollution value in the place of work include the duration of effects, specific features of the place of work, other noise sources, e.g. number of appliances and other neighbouring processes. Reliable values in the place of work may also differ in various countries. However, this information is to help the user better estimate the risk and threat. Warranty Warranty claims as per the warranty certificate attached. General Safety Instructions The instruction manual should be read thoroughly before the first use .If in doubt regarding the connection and operation, contact the manufacturer (servicing department) TO SECURE A HIGH DEGREE OF SAFETY, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Caution! Caution: Operation is allowed with stray current protection switch only. Kindly ask your electrician

1. The operator shall be held liable for accidents

and dangers caused by the third persons to themselves or to their property.

2. Keep children and domestic animals at a safe

distance from the running unit (6 metres as a minimum).

3. Always wear safety anti-skid shoes, gloves,

safety goggles and long trousers when working with this unit.

4. When using the unit in dusty conditions, wear a

hands, feet, hair and your garments away from any openings and moving parts.

6. Never wear loose garments or jewellery that

could be drawn in the air inlet. Always check the unit and see whether it is assembled properly before putting in on.

7. Never use the vac in rainy or wet weather.

8. Check the main power line on a regular basis and

if some parts are found to be damaged, have them replaced at a professional servicing facility or by a qualified repairman.

9. Keep all the handles and grips dry and clean.

10. Keep all the handles and grips dry and clean.

11. Never leave the machine running while it lies on

the side. It has been designed to be operated in a vertical position only.

12. Never pick up any burning materials, such as

cigarette ends and charcoal remains.

13. Do not pick up flammable, toxic, or explosive

materials Do not use this unit to pick up wet leaves or debris

15. Do not travel the unit in operation on roads and

16. Do not put anything in the inlet opening by hand.

17. Wear safety goggles while working the unit.

Emergency Action Apply appropriated first help and call a qualified medical help as fast as possible Protect the injured from more injuries and calm him/her down. Assigned Use The leaves vac is allowed to use for leaves and garden waste – grass and small branches . The manufacturer shall not be made liable for damages if the provisions of general applicability and of this manual are not observed. The leaves vac has been designed for private use . The units for private use in house and garden are those used there but not in public facilitates, parks, sports grounds, in agriculture and forestry. . Disposal Disposal instructions are given by picturegraphs placed on the unit and packaging. Description of individual meaning is to be found in the chapter “Symbols on Unit” . Operator Requirements Before the use of the unit, the operators are required to read the instructions of use carefully. Qualification No special qualification is required for use of the unit except for detailed direction by a professional. Minimum Age Only persons above 16 years of age are allowed to work with the unit. Exempted from the provision is the use of the juvenile trainees if they work in the course of their professional training with an aim to obtain the skill under trainer supervision. Training Use of the unit requires adequate lesson by a professional or the use of the manual only. Special training is not required. Technical Data Voltage 230 V Frequency/Protection type 50 Hz / IP 20 Protection class : II Maximum output: 2500 W / P1 Motor speed: 14.000 min

Collection bag volume : 35 l Weight : ca. 4,3 kg Ordering No.: 94056 9Transportation and Storage For a longer shut-down, unplug the unit and store it so that it is not accessible for children. Keep it in a dry and safe place. Assembly and Initial Operation The vac has to be assembled correctly for the handling with the leaves vas to be safe and efficient. Kindly observe the following instructions of assembly. Suction-blowing tube assembly Pull out the tube to the stop from the unit (Fig. 2). Then fasten the suction adapter with screws at both the sides included in the delivery (there are holes in the suction tube ) (see Fig. 3)

1. Fitting the leaves collection bag

To fit the collection bag, push the collection bag neck in the end of tube at the bottom of the unit. Push the locking hooks together slightly and push the neck inside to snap (Fig. 6). Now, hook the leaves collection bag in the suspension device (Fig. 7) Do not attempt operating the unit without the suction adaptor! Initial Operation Safety Instructions Plug the unit in it being switched off . Procedure Assemble the parts in sequence indicated . Make sure that the structural parts are arranged correctly according to figures. Operation

If you wish to use the unit for picking up, make sure that the collection bag is fitted on correctly. Then plug the unit in. Put the carry strap over your shoulder and adjust its length. Place the control lever in the position marked „Saugen“ (suction). Place the suction tube in the working position in front of you so that it is on the transport wheel. When the collection bag is full, the suction capacity decreases. If that happens, switch the unit off and unplug it. Wait for the motor to come to standstill completely. Remove the bag according to description above. Open and empty it. The contents may be composted, if required. Clean the interior of the suction attachment. Close the bag again and fit it in place securely CAUTION: The unit should be switched off before operating the control lever to change suction over to blowing.

2. Blo wing Function

If you want to make use of the blowing function of the unit, make sure that the collection bag has been fitted as appropriate. Plug the unit in. Put the carry strap over your shoulder and adjust its length. Place the control lever in the position marked „Gebläse“ (fan). Put the suction attachment in the working position in front of you. Move forward slowly, collect the leaves or blow it off any inaccessible places. While doing so, use sweeping movements. Blowing may be used to remove leaves from corners, fences, walls, tree stands or from below the cars. Mind the air stream direction as it can move even heavy objects able to cause damage or injury. When the leaves are collected on a pile, you may switch over to suction, pick them up and shred them.

The garden vac has a crusher disc to work leaves and other garden waste when the suction feature is employed. Collected material is reduced at a ration of 10:1 while being crushed. The quantity gets less and the material may be composted. Make sure that the collected material is really fir for composting. Operator Safety Instructions Do not use before reading the instruction manual carefully. Observe all the safety instructions contained in the manual. Be responsible to the others. Step-by-Step Instructions Fit the leaves collection bag. Se the required function (suction/blowing) on the unit Adjust the carrying strap for it to answer your needs. Plug in the unit. Start up the unit and select the required degree of output

and the fuse. Inspections and Maintenance Inspections and Maintenance Before opening the cleaning hole or the protection cover switch off and unplug the unit. To provide for a maximum output any time and the unit safety, the unit should be kept clean all the time. After the use, remove the bag, open it and clean inside. .Keep the unit clean and .unblocked . Clean the vents and the suction tube with a wet cloth and soft brush. Inspections and Maintenance Safety Instructions The machine will serve as a sufficient aid only if maintained and cared for appropriately. Insufficient maintenance and care may result in accidents and injuries. Inspections and Maintenance Schedule Time interval Description After use Clean the unit thoroughly and make sure that the crushing disc is not damaged . 10F Avant de mettre l’appareil en marche, veuillez lire attentivement cette notice. A.V. 3 Toute réimpression, même partielle, nécessite une autorisation. Modifications techniques réservées.