EL 2800 - Blower Grizzly - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL EL 2800 Grizzly

• A foliage vacuum is not intended for wet conditions! Avoid wet materials such as leaves and dirt, twigs, branches, pine needles, grass, earth, sand, mulch, cuttings, etc. Do not use on wet lawns, grass areas or elds. Misuse may lead to congestion in the shredding unit and lead to reduced functionality. The machine may need to be completely dis- mantled and cleaned. This work should be carried out by a qualied service technician and is not covered by guarantee. Content Notes on safety p. 60
• Symbols on the device p. 60
• Symbols used in the instructions p. 61
• General notes on safety p. 61
• Intended purpose p. 64
• General description p. 65
• Function description p. 65
• Overview p. 65
• Assembly instructions p. 65
• Unpacking p. 65
• Mounting p. 66
• Operation p. 66
• Initial Operation p. 67
• Working with appliance p. 67
• Cleaning and maintenance p. 69
• General cleaning p. 69
• Removal of clogging p. 69
• Replacing the collection bag p. 70
• Safekeeping p. 70
• Technical Data p. 70
• Waste disposal and environmental protection p. 71
• Guarantee p. 71
• Spare parts p. 71
• Trouble shooting Notes on safety This section deals with the basic safety regulations to be observed when working with the machine. Symbols on the device p. 72

1 Caution, danger ! 2 Read through the operating manual carefully before using the device. 3 Danger due to materials blown out of machine! 4 Remove persons in the vicinity from the danger area. 5 Danger from rotating tool! 6 Keep hands and feet away from equipment openings whilst the impeller wheel is turning. 7 Remove the power plug before maintenance and repair work. Remove the plug from the mains if the cable is damaged or cut. 8 Do not leave the device in wet conditions. Do not work in the rain. 9 Keep a safety distance of at least 5 m from bystanders. 10 Wear eye and ear protection and a dust mask.

Make sure that you can im- mediately switch o󰀨 the unit in an emergency. Improper use of the unit may lead to serious injury. Caution! When using power tools, observe the following basic safety measures for the prevention of electric shocks and the risk of injury and re:

• The personal protective equip- ment protects your own health and the health of others and ensures trouble-free operation of the device. - Wear suitable working clothes such as robust foot- wear with anti-slip soles, rug- ged, long trousers, gloves, protective goggles and hear- ing protection. Do not use the device if you are barefoot or are wearing open sandals. Wear respiratory protection if you are working in a dusty environment. Wear a dust mask. - Refrain from wearing loose clothing or jewellery that could be drawn into the air intake nozzle. If you have long hair, use protective head covering.

• Check the operational service- ability and integrity of the de- vice regularly in order to avoid danger to the operator.

• The device must not be oper- ated by children. Laws and lo- cal regulations can determine a minimum age for use. Likewise, Safety class II Do not dispose of your elec- tric appliance with domestic waste! Caution! Both suction pipes and the equipment cover must rst be con- nected to one another and fastened with two screws on the cover before you turn on the equipment. Symbols used in the instructions Hazard symbol (expla- nation of hazard partly instead of exclamation mark) with information on prevention of personal in- jury and property damage. Precaution symbol (explana- tion of precaution partly in- stead of exclamation mark) with information on preven- tion of harm / damage. Notice symbol with informa- tion on how to handle the device properly. General notes on safety Working with the device: Familiarise yourself with all the unit’s parts and correct operation of the unit before you start working with it.62

working with the device should never be allowed for persons who are not completely familiar with the operating instructions.

• This device can be used by individuals with reduced physi- cal, sensory or mental capabili- ties or a lack of experience or knowledge if they are super- vised or have been instructed in how to use the device safely and understand the associated dangers. Children must not play with the device.

• The user is responsible for acci- dents and risks to other people and their property.

• Do not allow other persons to touch the device or the exten- sion cord. Keep the device away from persons, particularly children and domestic animals.

• Pay attention to open windows, children, pets, etc. Stop working if children and pets are nearby. The blown material may y in their direction. Maintain a safety distance around you of 5 m.

• Do not turn on the device if it is upside down or is not in work- ing position.

• Avoid starting accidentally. En- sure that the device is switched o󰀨 before connecting to the power supply, picking up, or carrying. If you have a nger on the switch whilst carrying the de- vice or connect the device to the power supply whilst it is switched on, this may cause ac- cidents.

• Do not point the device when it is working at persons, in particular, do not point the air- stream at eyes and ears.

• Make yourself familiar with your surroundings and pay attention to possible dangers which, un- der certain circumstances, can be missed while working.

• While working, make sure that you are standing in a rm posi- tion – especially when you are on a slope. Always hold the de- vice with both hands and work only with correctly adjusted shoulder carrying strap.

• Do not stretch the body too far and ensure that balance is maintained.

• Carefully inspect the surface to be cleaned and remove all wires, stones, cans and other foreign bodies.

• Before commencing blowing/ sucking, release foreign bodies with a broom or rake.

• Use the entire blow nozzle, so the airow can work close to the ground.

• In very dry conditions, dampen the surface slightly in order to reduce the strain from dust.

• Keep ngers and feet away from the suction tube opening and impeller wheel. There is a danger of injury.

• Do not work with the device if you are tired or lack concentra- tion or after the consumption of alcohol or tablets. Always take time out for a break. Work at a reasonable pace. Move slowly; do not run.

• Long use of the equipment can result in vibration-related circu- latory disorders in the hands.63

- when the power or extension cable is damaged; after con- tact with foreign bodies or in case of abnormal vibration;

• Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself unless you have specic training to do so. Leave any work not listed in this manual to our Service Centre.

• Do not intake any moist or wet material or any liquids.

• Do not use the device in closed or badly ventilated rooms. Do not use the device near inam- mable liquids or gases. In case of non-observance of these di- rections, danger of re or explo- sion exists.

• Keep the device in a dry loca- tion and out of reach of chil- dren.

• Handle the unit with care. Clean the ventilation slits regularly; keep to the maintenance in- structions.

• Keep all cooling air inlets clear of dirt. Electrical safety:

• Make sure that the mains volt- age is compatible with the infor- mation of the label.

• Connect the device, as far as possible, only to a plug socket with a ground-fault circuit inter- rupter (g.f.c.i switch), with a rat- ed residual current at not more than 30 mA.

• Check the device and the pow- er cable with plug for damage before every use. Avoid bodily contact with grounded parts (e.g. metal fences, metal post). However, the length of use can be extended by using suitable gloves or taking regular breaks.

• Do not use the device in the rain, in bad weather or in a moist environment. Work in daylight or under good articial lighting.

• Do not work with a device which is damaged, incomplete or altered without the approval of the manufacturer. Check the safety status of the device be- fore use, in particular the power cable and the switch.

• Employ the device in a com- pletely assembled condition only.

• Employ the device suction op- erating mode only when the col- lection bag is attached. Check the grass bag regularly for wear or damage.

• Do not intake any burning, smouldering or smoking mate- rials (e.g. cigarettes, embers etc.), fumes or easily inam- mable, poisonous or explosive materials.

• Only use the replacement parts that are supplied and recom- mended by our Service Centre.

• Remove the plug from the plug socket - when you are not using the device, - transporting it or leaving it unattended; - when you are checking the device, cleaning it or remov- ing blockages; - when you are carrying out cleaning or maintenance work or replacing accesso- ries;64

• The coupling of the extension cord must be protected against splashed water, it must consist of rubber or be surrounded by rubber. Employ only extension cords which are stipulated for use in the open air and are marked accordingly. The ex- ible lead cross-section of the extension cord must at least 2.5

. Always roll out the cable drum completely before use. Check the cable for damage.

• Keep the cable away from the eld of action and basically play it out behind the operator.

• Use the tension relief provided for the xing of the extension cord.

• Do not carry the device by the cable. Do not use the cable to pull out the plug from the plug socket. Protect the cable against heat, oil and sharp edg- es.

• Damaged cables, coupling and plugs or connecting leads not corresponding to specications, must not be employed. Remove the plug immediately from the plug socket in case of damage to the mains cable. Do not touch the mains power supply cable under any cir- cumstances until you have pulled the plug out of the mains socket.

• If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufac- turer, a customer service agent of the same or a similarly quali- ed person in order to prevent hazards.

• Do not use the appliance if the on/o󰀨 switch does not work properly. Always have a dam- aged switch repaired by our Service Centre.

• Do not overload your device. Work only within the indicated range of performance. Do not employ any low power ma- chines for heavy work. Do not use your device for purposes for which it has not been de- signed.

• Before each use, check the power supply lead and the ex- tension cable for damage and ageing. Do not use the equip- ment if the cable is damaged or worn. Intended purpose The device is designed only for the blow- ing and suction and of dry leaves in pri- vate households and as a hobby device in the garden. Every other utilization, which is not explicitly approved in these direc- tions, can lead to damage to the device and represents a serious danger to the user. The device must not be employed in ar- eas where there is health endangering dusts or as a wet suction device. The device is designed for use by adults. Young people over 16 years may use the device under supervision only. The use of the device in the rain or in a humid envi- ronment is forbidden. This equipment is not suitable for com- mercial use. Commercial use will invali- date the guarantee. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or damage to other persons or their property.65

The manufacturer is not liable for damage which is caused through inappropriate use or incorrect operation. General description Function description The garden vacuum has a blowing/ vacuuming unit for the blowing and suc- tion functions. In blowing mode, you can quickly blow together fallen leaves or blown them out of places that are di󰀩cult to reach. In suction mode, the leaves are shredded to save space, and blown out of the ejector outlet into the collection bag. The handles are equipped with vibration dampers to improve working safety and reduce wrist and arm joint fatigue. The collection bag is tted with one-sided inner lining to prevent ne dust and wet- ness from penetrating the bag to the out- side. This lining is located on the left-hand side of the bag to protect your working clothes from soiling. You can vacuum up dry leaves and leaf parts on the at with the at suction noz- zle. The guide rollers at the lower end of the tube make it easier to guide the tube along the ground.To protect the user, the appliance can only be used with the blowing/suction pipe completely installed. The appliance is double-insu- lated, and does not need to be earthed. Refer to the following descriptions for in- structions on how the operating controls work. Overview 1 Guide rollers 2a+2b Two-part blower/suction tube 3a+3b Fastening screws 4 Additional grip 5 Carrying strap 6 Attachment bar for carrying strap 7 Airstream regulator 8 On / OFF switch 9 Casing handle 10 Motor casing 11 Ventilation openings 12 Mains cable 13 Cable retainer 14 Operating mode selection switch 15 Collection bag frame 16 Collection bag 17 Zip fastener for emptying 18a+18b Retainer loops for collection bag 19 Blower opening 20 Suction opening 21 Holder for guide rollers Assembly instructions Remove the power plug before all work on the device. Employ only original parts. Danger of injury. Unpacking Unpack the device and check whether it is complete. Dispose of the packaging material cor- rectly. - Two-part blower / suction tube with 2 fastening screws (long) - Casing handle with 2 attachment screws (short) - Guide rollers with holder66

- Motor casing - Carrying strap - Collection bag with bag holder nozzle - Instruction Manual Mounting Before putting the device into operation, the blower / suc- tion tube must be completely mounted and screwed tight and the collection bag and carrying strap must be attached. Mounting the casing handle

1. Slide the casing handle (9) over

the handle retainers on the up- per and rear motor casing (11).

2. Check that it is rmly in place.

3. Tighten the casing handle (9)

with the 2 enclosed screws. Mounting the blower/suction tube

4. Pull apart the sections of the

blower/suction tube (2a+2b) which are inserted inside each other.

5. Plug the two sections of the

blower/suction tube (2a+2b) into each other and screw them to- gether (3a).

lower blower/suction tube (2a) and screw it tight.

9. Attach the guide rollers (1) on to

the holder (21) on the right and left. These lock into place. Fitting the collection bag

10. Place the retainer frame (15)

onto the opening on the motor casing (10) such that the click-in fasteners (22) audibly click into place.

11. Fix the loops (18a+b) from the

collection bag (16) to the upper blower/suction tube (2b) and the device casing (10). Mount carrying strap: Open the closure on the carry- ing strap (16). Hook the carrying strap (5) into the mounting eye (6) on the mo- tor casing (11). Shut the closure on the carrying strap. Operation Danger of injury. Wear suitable clothing and work gloves when working with the device. Make sure that the device is functioning properly before every use. Make sure that the collection bag and the tube are assembled correctly and the car- rying strap is adjusted correctly for work. If a switch should be damaged, work with the device must not be carried out any longer. Make sure that the mains voltage values are compatible with the label on the device. Note noise protection laws and lo- cal regulations. Operate the device only at reason-67

able times – not early in the morn- ing or late in the evening when others could be disturbed. After switching o󰀨 the device, the impeller wheel continues to rotate for some time. Danger of injury due to rotating tool. Initial Operation Before switching on device, make sure it is not in contact with any objects. Ensure stable positioning.

1. Make a loop of the end of the

extension cord and fasten this to the cable support (13). By means of this tension relief, an unintentional pull-out of the electrical plug connection is avoided.

2. Make sure that the device is

switched o󰀨 and connect the device to the mains voltage.

3. Put on the carrying strap (5) and

adjust it to the optimum length. During operation, hold the device with one hand on the casing grip and the other on the additional grip.

4. In order to select the operation

mode, turn the operation mode selector (14) to the symbol re- quired. Suction operating mode Blowing operating mode

5. Press the ON/OFF switch (8) to

start the device - the device starts up. To turn it o󰀨, release the ON/OFF switch (8).

6. With the airstream regulator

(7) set the optimal blowing and sucking strength. Always work at the lowest possible motor rpm level, since the noise level and power consumption both in- crease / decrease with motor output. Working with appliance The foliage vacuum may only be used for the following purposes: - As a blower to pile up dry leaf material or to blow material out of places that are hard to access (e.g. under cars) - As a suction device to suck up dry leaf material. The device also functions as a shredder in the suction function. The dry leaves are shredded and their volume is reduced, preparing the material for later compost- ing if desired. The shredding intensity depends on the size of the leaf material and its residual moisture. Uses other than those described here may damage the machine and put the operator at risk. During work, ensure that the de- vice is not struck against hard objects, which can cause damage. Do not suck up any solid bod- ies such as stones, branches or pieces of branch, r cones or simi- lar, since these can damage the device, in particular the shredding mechanism. Repairs of this type are not cov- ered by the guarantee.68

Pull out mains plug immediately if the impeller wheel is blocked or if the cable is damaged or gets wound around something! Danger of electric shock! Suction operating mode:

• Set the operating mode selector switch to the symbol (see “Initial Operation”). Check whether the collection bag is correctly assembled.

• Make sure the volumes of leaf material sucked in at one time are not too large. This will avoid clogging of the blower / suction tube and blockage of the im- peller wheel. To reduce wear on the collec- tion bag, do not drag it along the ground while working. If the device stops suddenly dur- ing operation and does not pro- duce any suction, then it is to be switched o󰀨 immediately. Pull out the power plug and make sure that no material is wedged in be- tween the shredder impeller and the casing. Carry out the work as described in the chapter “Cleaning and Maintenance”. If the appliance will not start, consult our Service Centre. Emptying the collection bag: With full collection bag, the suction pump- ing capacity decreases considerably and the collection bag must be emptied when the bag is full or interferes with the suction capacity of the device. Disconnect the device and pull out the power plug before emptying the collection bag. Danger of elec- tric shock!

1. Wait until the impeller wheel is

bag (16), the retainer loop (18a+18b) and press the two side click-in fasteners (22) on the retainer frame (15) inward.

3. Open the zip fastener ( 17)

on the collection bag (16) and empty it completely.

4. Ret the empty collection bag

(see chapter “Assembly Instruc- tions”). Composting material does not be- long with domestic waste! Blowing operating mode:

• Set the operating mode selector switch to the symbol (see “Initial Operation”).

• You get optimal results when you use the blower with a separation distance to the ground of 5 -10 cm.

• Direct the airstream away from your- self. Ensure that you do not to stir up any heavy objects and hurt somebody or damage something.

• Begin work with the highest blowing power, in order to rapidly pile up the leaves lying around. Select a lower blowing power to compact the previ- ously piled up leaves.

• Before blowing, loosen leaves adher- ing to the ground with a broom or rake.

• The guide rollers at the end of the tube make it easier to work on at surfaces.69

Cleaning and maintenance Pull out the power plug before all work on the device. Leave all work not described in this manual to our Service Cen- tre. Only use original parts. Before every use, check the foliage vacuum for obvious deciencies, such as loose, worn or damaged parts and for correct seating of the parts. Replace damaged parts. Check the bag regularly for wear and tear. Carry out the following cleaning work reg- ularly. By this means, a long and reliable life is guaranteed. General cleaning Clean the device in each case immediately after working, since otherwise mud with leaf residues hardens and sets and can pos- sibly no longer be removed without dismantling the motor casing. Such cleaning work is not cov- ered by the guarantee. Do not employ any cleaning agents or solvents. They can irreparably damage the device. Chemical sub- stances can attack the plastic parts of the device.

• Clean the device casing, the tube and the ventilation slots regularly with a soft brush or a cloth. Never clean the device under running water.

• Take o󰀨 the collection bag after nishing work, turn it inside out and brush it thor- oughly. In this way, you avoid the gen- eration of mold and unpleasant odours.

• Free the outlet area from possible shredded residues. Removal of clogging Leaf material and fresh plant parts may clog / block the device. Cleaning the air outlet area:

3. Set the operating mode selector switch

to the suction symbol.

4. Remove dirt residues in the inner air

outlet area with a bottle brush or simi- lar. Remove unwieldy objects with a blunt tool without sharp edges. Cleaning the blower/suction tube and impeller wheel:

1. Remove the 2 tube-fastening screws

( 3a+3b) and pull o󰀨 both parts of the blower/suction tube ( 2a+2b).

2. Clean the inside of the two-piece blow-

impeller wheel with a bottle brush or similar and remove bulky objects with a blunt not sharp tool.

4. Check whether the impeller wheel

turns easily and is in fault-free condi- tion. Have a defective impeller wheel replaced by an authorised customer service centre.

5. Ret the blower/suction tube and

screw it in place.70

Replacing the collection bag Replace a defective collection bag. Em- ploy only original collection bags (see “Spare Parts”), otherwise the guarantee claim is invalid. Safekeeping

• Keep the foliage vacuum in a dry, frost- free location, which is inaccessible to children.

• Do not store the device in direct sun- light; store it in dark or in reduced light conditions.

• Do not cover the device with nylon bags, since moisture can form.

• Clean the device thoroughly at the season end and for storage during wintering. Clean the collection bag by removing it, emptying it and washing with warm water and neutral soap. Re- attach the dried bag again.

• Ensure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened so the equipment is in safe, functional condition. Technical Data Foliage vacuum .......................EL 2800 Rated input voltage.......230-240 V~, 50 Hz Idling speed .................. 6000-15000 min

= 3 dB Sound power level (L

measured ............. 96.0 dB(A); K

Noise and Vibration: Noise and vibration values were determined according to the standards and stipulations designated in the Declaration of Conformity. The oper- ating conditions during measuring and the procedures used for measuring in accordance with EN 15503, Appendix A, Appendix B.

• Warning! During operation, this elec- tric tool generates an electromagnetic eld which, under certain circum- stances, may impair the functionality of active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or lethal inju- ries, we recommend that persons with medical implants consult their doctor and the manufacturer of their medical implant before operating the machine. Technical and optical changes can be carried out in the course of the further development without announcement. All measures, references and information contained in this operating manual are therefore without guarantee. Legal claims, which are made on the basis of the oper- ating manual, cannot be considered. This device is designed for operation on a power supply network with a system impedance Zmax at the transfer point (domestic connection) of a maximum of

0.28 Ohms. The user must ensure that the

device is operated only on a power supply network that fulls this requirement. If nec- essary, the local power supply company can be asked for the system impedance.71

Waste disposal and envi- ronmental protection Be environmentally friendly. Return the tool, accessories and packaging to a recy- cling centre when you have nished with them. Machines do not belong with do- mestic waste. Hand over the device at an utilization location. The plastic and metal parts em- ployed can be separated out into pure materials and recycling can be implement- ed. Ask your Service Center about this. Defective units returned to us will be dis- posed of for free. Guarantee

• This appliance has a 24-month guaran- tee. Commercial use will invalidate the guarantee.

• Damage due to natural wear and tear, overload or incorrect use is excluded from the guarantee. Certain compo- nents are subject to normal wear and tear and are excluded from the guaran- tee. These include in particular: impel- ler, collection bag and carbon brushes.

• Furthermore, the prerequisite for guar- antee services is that the references indicated in the operating instructions regarding cleaning and maintenance have been adhered to.

• Damage, which has been caused from material or manufacturing faults, will be made good free of charge, by replace- ment delivery or repair. This requires that the appliance is returned to to the dealer undisman- tled and with proof of purchase and guarantee (you may return the pipe, collection bag and wide-area nozzle dismantled with the appliance itself).

• Repairs, which are not covered by the guarantee, can be carried out for charge by our service center. Our service center will be glad to provide you with a cost estimate. We can only process devices which have been pack- aged suf ciently and which have been dispatched with correct stamping.

• Note: In case of complaint or service, please deliver your device cleaned, and with an indication of the defect, to our service address. Devices sent in freight collect - by bulk freight, express or with other special freight - are not accepted.

• Defective units returned to us will be disposed of for free. Spare parts The following spares are available from Service-Center. Please indicate the ma- chine type and the number of the spare part with your order. 91104238 ........ collection bag with bracket 91104241 ............................... guide rollers 91104236 .............................carrying strap If further spare parts should be neces- sary, please nd the part number on the exploded drawing. Spare parts and accessories can be obtained at www.grizzly-service.eu72

Trouble shooting Problem Possible cause Fault correction Device does not start Mains voltage is not present Check plug socket, cable, line, plug and fuse, where appropriate, repair through electrical specialist Defective on/o󰀨 switch (8) Repair through customer service Worn carbon brushes Defective motor Blowing/suction pipe (2a+2b) is not completely tted Install a two-part blowing/suction pipe (2a+2b) Device works with interruptions Damaged power cable Check cable; where appropriate, re- place Internal loose connection Repair through customer service Defective on/o󰀨 switch (8) Low suction ca- pacity or suction not present Collection bag (16) is full Empty collection bag (16) Collection bag (16) is dirty Clean collection bag (16) Selector switch (14) in incorrect position Set selector switch (14) to the suction symbol Device clogged up or blocked by foreign bodies Remove plug or blockages (see “Cleaning and Maintenance”) Small or missing blowing power Selector switch (14) in incor- rect position Set selector switch (14) to the blowing symbol Airstream regulator (7) in incorrect position Rotate airstream regulator (7) to high position Device works with interruptions Foreign body blocks impeller wheel Remove blockage (see chapter Cleaning and Maintenance)73