TGPS 180 - Electric gardening tool Güde - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TGPS 180 Güde

Translation of the original operating instructions Cordless telescopic garden maintenance set

+19 15 m (50 ft) 15 m (50 ft)

93,7 dB (A) measured vibration value L

96 dB (A) Chainsaw attachment Pivoting head 0-90° Max. chain speed 7 m/s Cutting length 200mm Sound pressure level L

101,5 dB (A) measured vibration value L

head can be swivelled -45° -90° Sound pressure level L

86,3 dB (A) measured vibration value L

106 dB (A) Trimmer cutting width thread spool 300 mm thread Ø 2 mm Length of thread 500 cm Sound pressure level L

93,7 dB (A) measured vibration value L

Weight 9 kg WARNING The vibration emission level will vary because of the ways in which a power tool can be used and may increase above the level given in this information sheet. The vibration emission level may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. An accurate estimate of the vibratory load shouldalso take into account the times when the tool isshut down or when it is running but not actually inuse. This may signicantly reduce the vibratoryload over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect theoperator from the eects of vibration such as:maintain the tool and the accessories, keep thehands warm, organisation of work patterns. Warning: When working for long periods of time, the operator‘s hands may vibrate, causing circulatory problems (Weißfinger syndrome). Weißfinger syndrome is a vascular disease in which the small blood vessels in the ngers and toes spasm in ts35 ENGLISH

Warning! When working for long periods, the vibrations may cause blood ow problems (white nger syndrome) in the operator‘s hands. White nger syndrome is a vascular disease in which the small blood vessels in the ngers and toes suddenly spasm. The aected areas are no longer supplied with su cient blood and thus appear extremely pale. Frequent use of vibrating equipment can cause nerve damage in people whose blood circulation is impaired (e.g. smokers, diabetics). If you notice any unusual impairments, stop work immediately and consult a doctor. To reduce the risks, follow these guidelines: Keep your body, especially your hands, warm in cold weather. Take regular breaks and move your hands to promote blood circulation. Keep machine vibration to a minimum through regular maintenance and xed parts on the device. Do not use the device until you have carefully read and understood the operating instructions. Familiarise yourself with the operating elements and the correct use of the device. Follow all safety instructions listed in the manual. Act responsibly towards other people. The operator is responsible for accidents or hazards to third parties. If you have any doubts about the connection and operation of the device, contact customer service.

Intended use The motor unit is designed exclusively for powering Güde 4-in-1 series garden attachments. The brush cutter attachment may only be used in conjunction with the 4-in-1 motor unit. The garden tool is designed only for cutting grass and weeds in gardens and along owerbeds and borders in private domestic and hobby gardens. The pruning saw attachment may only be used in conjunction with the 4-in-1 motor unit. The garden tool is designed exclusively for cutting wood – across the grain – in private domestic and hobby gardens. The hedge trimmer attachment may only be used in conjunction with the 4-in-1 motor unit. The garden tool is designed for cutting hedges and shrubs in private domestic and hobby gardens. This device may only be used as intended. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage resulting from failure to observe the generally applicable regulations and the provisions of this manual. The regulations applicable in the country of use must be observed. Specied Conditions Of Use The motor unit has only been designed to power adjustable Güde 4 in 1-series appliances. The brush cutter attachment may only be used with the 4 in 1 motor unit. The garden appliance has only been designed to cut grass and weed in gardens and along seed beds and borders in private house gardens and hobby gardens. The branch saw attachment may only be used with the 4 in 1 motor unit. The garden appliance has been designed to cut wood across in the bre direction - in private house gardens or hobby gardens. The hedge trimmer attachment may only be used with the 4 in 1 motor unit. The garden appliance has been designed to cut hedges and brushes in private house gardens or hobby gardens. Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use. Not observing general regulations in force and instructions from this manual does not make the manufacturer liable for damages. It is necessary to comply with the regulations applicable in the country where the truck is used. Use the appliance only outside, never use it in conned and bad ventilated areas. Requirements for the operator The device may only be operated and maintained by persons who are familiar with it and have been informed of the dangers. Never let children work with the device. Never let adults work with the device without proper instruction. The operator must have carefully read and understood the operating instructions before using the device. Qualication: No special qualication is required to use the device, except for detailed instruction by a knowledgeable person. Minimum age: The device may only be operated by persons over the age of 18. An exception to this is use by young people as part of vocational training to learn the skill under the supervision of an instructor. Local regulations may specify a minimum user age. Training: Use of the device requires only appropriate instruction by a knowledgeable person or the operating instructions. No special training is necessary. Before operating the throttle, the upper safety switch must be locked. Residual risks Even when the device is used properly and all safety regulations are complied with, there still may be some residual risks.

• Hearing damage A longer stay in the immediate vicinity of the running unit may cause hearing damage. Wear ear protectors!

• Damage to health arising from vibrations to hand and arms if the device is used for a long time or if36 the device is not guided and evaluated properly. Vibration damping systems are no guaranteed pro

tection against white nger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully check the state of your ngers and wrist if you have regular- ly used the appliance for a long time. If any symptom of the diseases above appears, seek medical advice immediately. To reduce the white nger disease risk, keep your hands warm and take regular breaks during your work. Despite the observance of the operating instructions there still may be some hidden residual risks. Emergency procedure Conduct a rst-aid procedure adequate to the injury and summon qualied medical attendance as quickly as possible. Protect the injured person from further harm and calm them down. For the sake of eventual accident, inaccordance with DIN13164, a workplace has to be ttedwith a rst-aid kit. It isessential to replace any usedmaterial in the rst-aid kitimmedia- tely after it has been used. If you seek help,state the following pieces ofinformation:

Symbols Warning/caution! Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury. Wear eye protective goggles ! Wear ear protectors! Wear protective helmet ! Wear safety cut through resistant shoes with safety sole and steel toe ! Wear protective clothing with cut through resistant ply !

Wear protective gloves ! Slow Quickly Use of crane Warning against cutting injuries Warning against hot surfaces! Danger of burns ! Warning against dangerous voltage Warning about inammable substances CAUTION! Risk of explosion Do not let other persons get near due to foreign objects being thrown o. Minimum safe distance is 10 m. Risk of poisoning! Use the appliance only outside, never use it in conned and bad ventilated areas. Prohibited smoking and open re using. Switch o the engine before any work on it. Refuel the engine only when switched o. Keep the machine out of reach of children. Protect against humidity. Never expose tool to rain. ENGLISH37

CE marking Protect against humidity This side up Warning against dangerous kickback Warning against thrown-o items Warning against feet injury as a result of rotating knife. Risk by rotating knife. Rotation direction Knife blade 15 m (50 ft) Do not let other persons get near due to foreign objects being thrown o. Safety instructions Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury. Save all safety warnings and instructions for future reference. This machine can cause serious injury! Carefully read the instructions for proper handling, preparation, maintenance, starting, and stopping of the machine. Familiarise yourself with all the controls and the proper use of the machine. Avoid using the machine when people, especially children, are in the vicinity. Keep other people away. They could be injured by foreign objects being thrown out. The minimum safety distance is 15 m. Wear suitable work clothes such as sturdy shoes with non-slip soles, safety goggles and hearing protection! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts, as these can be caught up by moving parts. Do not use the device if you are barefoot or wearing open sandals. Do not use the device if you are tired or ill or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. Poor lighting/lighting conditions pose a high safety risk. Always ensure adequate lighting and good lighting conditions when working with the device. Carefully check the area in which the machine is being used and remove all objects that could be caught and thrown away, such as stones, branches, wires, living creatures, etc. Keep all parts of your body away from the blade. Do not attempt to remove clippings or hold material while the blade is moving. Only remove clippings that have become stuck when the device is switched o. A moment of inattention while operating the machine may result in serious personal injury. Before each use, check all screw and plug connections as well as protective devices for rmness and correct seating and whether all moving parts are running smoothly. It is strictly forbidden to dismantle, modify or misuse the protective devices on the machine or to attach foreign protective devices. The device must not be used if it is damaged or if the safety devices are defective. Replace worn and damaged parts. Before each commissioning, check all screw and plug connections as well as and protective devices for strength and correct and whether all moving parts move smoothly. are smooth. It is strictly forbidden to remove the protective machine is strictly forbidden to dismantle, modify or purpose purpose or to t other protective devices. be attached. The appliance must not be used if it is is damaged or the safety devices are are defective. Replace worn and damaged damaged parts. Only start the machine when it is in the normal normal working position. Avoid an abnormal body posture. Ensure a secure footing and keep your balance at all times balance at all times. Always wear a shoulder strap when working. Always switch o the appliance before loosen the shoulder strap. When working, hold the appliance rmly with both hands and at a safe distance from your own body. Be careful when reversing, risk of tripping! Kickback can lead to fatal cutting injuries lead to fatal cuts. If the cutting tools become blocked, switch o the machine immediately and then remove the object. The on/o switch and the safety switch must not be locked. Use only cutting tools designed for the machine. The use of other replacement parts may cause accidents for the user. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from this. Before starting, after a fall or impact, the equipment and make sure it is in good condition. ENGLISH38 ENGLISH

Check for loose fasteners, fuel leaks and damaged parts, such as cracks in the cutting attachments, before use. Take breaks and change your working position regularly. Caution! Local regulations may restrict the use of the machine. Keep the device, cutting tools and protective covers in good condition at all times. Be aware that improper maintenance, use of non-compliant spare parts or removal or modication of safety devices can cause damage to the device and serious injury to the person operating it. If the cutting device comes into contact with a foreign body or if the operating noise increases or the machine vibrates unusually strongly, switch o the motor and let the machine come to a standstill and take the following measures:

• Check for loose parts and tighten any loose parts;

• Replace damaged parts with equivalent parts or have them repaired. Always make sure that the machine is properly in one of the specied working positions before starting the engine. When operating the machine, always make sure that you are standing in a safe position. Always make sure that all handles and safety devices are in place when using the machine. Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one that has been modied without permission. Always use both hands if the machine is equipped with two handles. Always familiarise yourself with your surroundings and watch out for possible hazards that you may not hear due to the noise of the machine. When the machine is shut down for maintenance, inspection or storage, switch o the engine, disconnect the spark plug connector from the spark plug and make sure that all rotating parts have come to a stop. Let the machine to cool before inspecting, adjusting, etc. Carry out maintenance and cleaning before storage. Always allow the machine to cool before storing. The engine must be shut down before:

• cleaning or clearing a blockage;

• checking, maintaining or working on the hedge trimmer;

• adjusting the working position of the cutting device;

• if the machine is left unattended. Safety instructions brushcutter attachment WARNING! RISK OF INJURY! The product must not be used for cutting hedges, hard branches and wood or for chopping up compost materials. Do not use the product to cut grass that is not on the ground, e.g. grass growing on walls, rocks, etc. WARNING! RISK OF INJURY! The rotating blades can cause serious cutting injuries or amputations. Always keep hands and feet away from the cutting device, especially when switching on the motor. Never reach under the housing while the device is running. Wear protective gloves! Never use the brush cutter without the protective cover. After switching o, the cutting head continues to rotate for a few seconds after it has been switched o. Keep your hands and feet away. Ejected stones or earth can cause injuries. Carry the brushcutter by the handle with the blades stationary. Careful handling of the device reduces the risk of injury from the blades. Sharp blades can cause injury. Be careful not to get injured by the cutting devices. Do not cross gravel roads or paths with the device running. When transporting or storing the brushcutter always put the protective cover on. Keep all parts of your body away from the blade.Do not attempt to remove cuttings or hold the material to be cut while the blade is moving. Only remove jammed cuttings when the device has been switched o and the battery has been removed. A moment of inattention while operating the brushcutter may result in serious personal injury. Always carry the brushcutter by the handle with the knife. When transporting or storing the brush cutter, always remove the battery. Careful handling of the device reduces the risk of injury from the blade. Chain saw safety warnings

• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Before you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating chain saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain.

• Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front39

handle. Holding the chain saw with a reversed hand conguration increases the risk of personal injury and should never be done.

• Only hold the chainsaw by the insulated grip surfaces, as the saw chain can hit concealed power lines. Contact between the saw chain and a live wire can also energise metal parts of the appliance and cause an electric shock..

• Wear protective glasses and ear protectors. Further, wearing head, hand and leg protection equipment is recommended. Adequate protective equipment will reduce personal injury from ying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.

• Do not work with the chainsaw on a tree, a ladder, from a roof or an unstable surface. There is a serious risk of injury if operated in this way.

• Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on xed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw.

• When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood bres is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and /or throw the chain saw out of control.

• Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you o balance.

• Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched o and away from your body. When transporting or storing the chain saw, always t the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.

• Follow instructions for lubricating, chain ten

sioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.

• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.

• Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purpo

ses not intended. For example: do not use chain saw for cutting metal, plastic, masonry or non- wood building materials. Use of the chain saw for operations dierent than intended could result in a hazardous situation.

• Do not attempt to fell a tree until you have a clear understanding of the risks and how to avoid them. The user or other persons can be seriously injured by a falling tree. Safety instructions for HEDGE TRIMMER Keep all parts of the body in safe distance from the knife. Do not try to remove the material being cut or hold material to be cut when the knife is running. Jammed cuttings to be removed only when the machine is o and the battery taken out. A moment of inattention when using the hedge trimmer may result in serious injuries. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle when the knife is o. Fit the protective cover whenever the hedge trimmer is to be transported or stored. Careful appliance handling reduces the risk of injury by knife. Hold the power tools by the insulated handles as the cutting knife may come into contact with hidden cables/lines. Contact of the cutting knife with a live conductor may bring the metal parts of the appliance under voltage and cause electric shock. Maintenance Repairs and works specied in these Instructions may only be performed by qualied authorised sta. Use only original accessories and original spare parts. Keep the device, in particular the air vents, clean at all times. Never spray water on the device body! Never clean the machine and its components with solvents, ammable or toxic liquids. Us only a damp cloth making. Check the cutting equipment function. Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance can serve as a satisfactory aid. Insucient mainte

nance and care can lead to unforeseen accidents and injuries. If necessary, a list of spare parts can be found at www.guede.com. Disposal The disposal instructions are based on the icons placed on the appliance or its package. Any damaged or disposed devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres. Dispose of the batteries in an environmentally friendly manner. Li-ion batteries are subject to the special disposal obligation. Have any defective batteries disposed of by a specialised shop. The battery must be taken out before the appliance is scrapped. Damaged batteries may harm the environment and your health if toxic vapours or liquids leak out of such batteries. Therefore, never send a defective battery by post, etc. Please contact your local recycling centre. Dispose of the batteries when discharged. We recommend applying an adhesive tape on the poles to protect them against short circuit. Never open the battery. Transport packaging disposal The packaging protects the machine against damage during transport. Packaging materials are usually40 ENGLISH

chosen based on environment aspects and waste treatment principles and are therefore recyclable. Re- turning the packaging into material circulation saves raw materials and reduces waste production. Parts of packagings (e.g. foils, styropor®) can be dangerous for children. Risk of suocation! Keep parts of the packagings out of reach of children and dispose them as soon as possible. Guarantee Warranty period of 12 months applies to commer- cial use and 24 months applies to private use and commences on the day of purchase of the device. The guarantee solely covers inadequacies caused by material defect or manufacturing defect. Original payment voucher with the sales date needs to be sub- mitted for any claim in the guarantee period. The guarantee does not cover any unauthorised use such as appliance overloading, use of violence, damage as a result of any unauthorised interference or caused by foreign items. Failing to follow the ope

rating and assembly instructions and common wear are also not included in the guarantee. Service Do you have any technical questions? Any claim? Do you need any spare parts or operating instructions? We will quickly help you and without needles bure- aucracy at our web pages at www.guede.com in the Servicing part. Please help us be able to help you. In order to identify your device in case of claim we need the serial No., product No. and year of production. All this data can be found on the type label. To always have these data at hand, please enter them below. Serial No.: Art. No: Year of production:41

Troubleshooting Malfunction Cause Remedy battery-powered brushcutter does not cut or cuts poorly Knife worn or too short Change blade Knife broken Change blade Cutting mechanism dirty Clean cutting devices battery-powered brushcutter vibrates heavily Knife worn or damaged too much, causing an imbalance Change blade battery-powered brushcutter does not start Battery at Charge battery Battery not inserted correctly Insert battery correctly Motor blocked Remove blockage and restart device Battery too cold/too hot Allow battery to warm up/cool down On/o switch defective If damaged, have repaired at a specialist workshop. battery-powered brushcutter stops Battery overloaded Allow battery to cool and restart device Battery defective Replace battery Battery at Charge battery battery-powered brushcutter works intermittently On/o switch defective If damaged, have repaired at a specialist workshop.42 Inspection and maintenance plan Regular servicing period Before any start-up After every take out of service After 12 months After 24 months ON/OFF switch Functional test Complete machine Clean

Let regularly checked by authorized workshop Plastic body Check for cracks and ssures

Saw chain Check for dama- ges and sharpness

Clean the oil top- up opening

Bar xture Clean above all guiding oil groove

Chain saw wheel Functional test

Follow-up brake Functional test

Oil tank cap Check for tight- ness

In case damage let repaired in authorized workshop ENGLISH EN43