GV 4001 B - Scarifier Güde - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GV 4001 B Güde

Translation of the original instructions Scarier

Starting-up the machine

Cutting instructions

Cleaning / Maintenance

Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add engine oil if necessary. Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add engine oil if necessary.

To ensure quality, every piece of equipment is subject to a test operation and lled with motor oil. Oil is drained before transport; however, there can be some motor oil remains on the dip stick. Please check carefully the oil level and add motor oil again.

tingInstructions before using the appliance. Qualication: Apart from the detailed instructions by aprofessional, no special qualication is necessary forappliance using. Minimum age: Persons over 16 years of age can only workon the appliance.An exception includes youngsters trained in order to reachknowledge under supervision of the trainer duringoccupational education. Local regulations may stipulate the minimum age of the user. Training: Using the appliance only requires corre

Uncertainty K=1,5 m/s² Measured according to

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. Read and understand the operating instructions before using the appliance. Familiarise with the control elements and how to use the appliance properly. Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service manual. Act responsibly toward third parties. The operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties. In case of any doubts about connection and operati

on refer please to our customer center Information on noise reduction A certain level of noise from this device is unavoida- EN24 ENGLISH

Residual risks Rotating blades may lead to serious injuries by cutting or amputating parts of the body. Never touch under the housing body when the engine is running. Wear protective shoes. Never remove the collection bag when the machine is being operated. Thrown-o stones or soil may lead to injuries. Before mowing, check the area to be mowed for any undesirable objects. Make sure the collection bag is properly suspended. Wear safety goggles when working. Poor lighting/light conditions represent a high safety risk. Provide adequate lighting or good lighting conditions when working with the machine. Emergency procedure Danger of injury ! Never put your hands and feet near the rotating parts. Keep a distance from the ejection opening at all times. Danger of burns ! Some parts of the appliance get too hot when the appliance is operated. Do not touch any hot parts, e.g. engine and muer. 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:

3. Number of injured persons

Symbols Caution! Read the Operating Instructions Wear ear protectors! Wear eye protective goggles ! STOP Caution!Blades run down.Wait until all rotating parts have stopped. Caution - hot surface! Danger of burns ! Warning against thrown-o items Keep distance of persons! Observe to keep out of dangerous zone Switch the engine o and remove the socket plug before any work on the engine. Keep a sucient distance from the cutting knife when operating the appliance. Caution, risk of drawing-in! Risk of explosion Refuel the engine only when switched o. Risk of poisoning! Use the appliance only outside, never use it in conned and bad ventilated areas. Prohibited smoking and open re using. Always keep children and unauthorised persons out of reach of the appliance. Do not expose the appliance to rain and do not use it in wet or moisture conditions. Wear safety cut through resistant shoes with safety sole and steel toe !25 ENGLISH

Caution - hot surface! Warning against dangerous electric voltage Fuel is highly ammable. Any damaged or disposed devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres. Batteries, oil, and similar substances must not enter the environment. Protect against humidity This side up Safety Instructions WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions, including those given in the accompanying bro- chure. Failure to follow the war- nings and instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and in- structions for future reference. Keep children and other persons including animals in a safe distance when using the appliance. Mini

ment. Wear solid shoes and long trousers. Never use the appliance when bare

footed or in light sandals. Wear protective gloves if necessary. Use the appliance in broad daylight or in a well-lit environment. Check carefully the terrain where the appliance is being used and remove any items that could get caught and be thrown away. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible Fuel is highly ammable. Keep the fuel in suitable contai

ners only. The appliance may only be refuelled outdoors and not near open re or burning cigarettes. Refuel before starting the appli

ance. If the engine is running or still hot, it must not be refuelled or the tank cover opened. Make sure the fuel does not overow. If the fuel overows, the engine must not be started. Remove any dirt from the appli

ance and prevent any attempt at ignition until fuel fumes have evaporated. Replace all fuel tank and contai

ner caps securely. The engine must necessarily be l

led with engine oil before being put into operation for the rst time. Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operati

on. Add engine oil if necessary. Carry out a visual inspection before any use to make sure the appliance, especially the cutting tools, fasten

ing parts and the entire cutting unit are not damaged.26 ENGLISH

Always switch o the machine when you are carrying it, tipping it or moving it when it is not on the lawn. Wait until all the rotating parts have reached a standstill. If an undesirable item is encoun

tered or the appliance starts vibrating, the appliance must be switched o and the socket plug removed. Check whether the ap- pliance is not damaged. Repair any damage. Switch the appliance immediately o after nishing your work. Stop the engine %and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop and, where a key is tted remove the key:

• whenever you leave the lawn

• before refuelling Do not store the appliance in enclo

sed places just after being switched o but let it cool down outdoors instead. Never store the appliance with petrol in the tank inside a building where petrol fumes may potenti

ally get in touch with open re or sparks. Replace any defective muer. Do not change the controlled engine setting and do not rev the engine up. Do not use the machine in adverse weather conditions, particularly if there is a risk of lightning. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not blunt, worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance; The protective equipment on the appliance is strictly prohibi- ted to be disassembled, changed, used in conict with the designa- tion and it is prohibited to attach any protective equipment of other manufacturers. The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts. Do not operate the engine in a con

ned space where dangerous car- bon monoxide fumes can collect. Do not start the engine before your feet are in a safe distance from the cutting tools. Do not incline the appliance when being started. Do not start the appliance when you are standing in front of the ejection opening. Walk! Never run! Make sure your posture is safe, especially on slopes. Do not cut on too steep slopes. Be particularly careful when changing travelling direction on slopes. Pay maximum attention when turning around and pulling the appliance to you.27 ENGLISH

Maintenance Switch the engine o and remove the socket plug before any work on the engine. Wait until all rotating parts have stopped and the appliance has cooled down. Keep the appliance, especially the tank and engine, clean at all times. Clean the ejection opening and cover at regular intervals. Apply environment-friendly oil to all moving parts. Check the collection bag at regular intervals for any wear and aging. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Use only original accessories and original spare parts. 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 the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors. At the end of the season it is necessary to add an additive to the fuel/propellant and mix it with the fuel.

Guarantee Warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use and 24 months applies to private use and com- mences 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. Please enter it here for future reference: Serial No.: Art. No: Year of production:28 ENGLISH

Inspection and maintenance plan Regular servicing period Before any start-

After 1 month After 3 months After 6 months After 12 months After 24 months

Spark plug Inspection Clean