Thermoflamm Bio FIX - Outdoor heating GLORIA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Thermoflamm Bio FIX GLORIA

Legal warranty period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 1 General information about this user manual This user manual is an integral part of the GLORIA device and must be continually available on or near the device. This user manual contains important instructions and information required for ensur- ing the safe use of the device! This user manual must be read in full by any person assigned with operating/using/maintaining the unit. This user manual must be kept safe and passed on to any new owner! All warning notices are there to protect your personal safety!

1.1 Symbols on the device and in the user manual

Disconnect the mains plug when the power cable is damaged or twisted! Warning of flammable substances! Risk of burns caused by hot surfaces! Do not touch! Protect against rain and moisture! Do not use in an explosive atmosphere! Do NOT dispose of old electrical and electronic equipment as normal domestic waste. Environmentally appropriate disposal Recyclable packaging materials

This level of warning notice indicates a life-threatening situation. Follow the instructions accompanying this warning notice in order to avoid serious injury or death. This level of warning notice indicates a potentially hazardous situation. Fol- low the instructions accompanying this warning notice in order to avoid serious injury or death. This level of warning notice indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in serious injury. Follow the instructions accompanying this warning notice in order to avoid serious injury. DANGER WARNING CAUTION RZ_thermoflamm_bio fix.qxp_Text_GB 22.11.18 18:04 Seite 1718

This level of warning notice indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in material damage. Follow the instructions accompanying this warning notice in order to avoid material damage. A note indicates additional information or illustrations that help you operate and facilitate the understanding of the device.

This GLORIA device is intended for private use in the garden. Compliance with the accompanying instructions is a prerequisite for the proper use of the device. The user manual also contains the operating, maintenance and servicing conditions. The appliance is intended solely for the removal of growth between paving stones, on paved surfaces, on masonry walls, and in beds and in lawns during the growing season. Danger caused by improper use! This device can be dangerous if not used for its intended purpose. You should there- fore observe the following safety instructions:

Use the device for its intended purpose only.

Note all instructions and information in the user manual.

1.4 Foreseeable misuse

The device is neither suitable for use as a heater in the house, nor for the thawing of ice and snow, or for other use than the applications specified here. Do not use the device in wet weather. Never leave the unit unattended in a hot condition. The manufacturer does not accept liability for any damage or injury resulting from unautho- rised modifications to the device or its improper use.

1.5 Residual hazards

This device complies with the accepted rules of technology and the relevant safety require- ments ! However, use of the device may present:

Danger to life and limb of the operator or other persons.

Damage to the device.

Damage to the other items of property.

1.6 Limitation of liability

We expressly point out that according to product liability law we do not accept liability for damage caused by our device, insofar as this has been caused by non-compliance with the operating instructions, improper use, improper repair or replacement of parts with non-gen- uine parts, or if repairs have not been carried out by the customer service team or an autho- rised expert. This also applies to accessories. ATTENTION NOTE! CAUTION RZ_thermoflamm_bio fix.qxp_Text_GB 22.11.18 18:04 Seite 1819

2 For your safety This chapter contains important warning and safety instructions which must be observed when handling and using the device.

2.1 Basic safety instructions

Observe the following basic safety instructions to ensure the safe handling and use of the device: NOTE!

Repairs to devices for the home and garden must only to be carried out by the service centres. Spare parts should be ordered from your dealer. If the parts are not in stock, the dealer will procure them as soon as possible.

This device complies with the accepted rules of technology and the relevant safety requirements!

This device may be used by young people from 16 years and above and by persons with diminished physical, sensorial or mental capacities or lack of experience and knowledge if super- vised or if they have been instructed with respect to safe use of the device and understand the risks that result from using it. Chil- dren must not play with the device. Cleaning and user mainte- nance must not be performed by children without supervision.

This device must not be used if the operator is tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs or medicines.

Sturdy footwear must be worn and we recommend wearing protective gloves!

Do not leave the device unattended while it is in operation.

Young people under the age of 16 and any persons who are not familiar with the user manual must not use this device.

In order to prevent damage and hazards resulting from improper use , you must observe the user manual and store it in a safe place!

If the device is passed on to other persons, they must also be given the user manual!

2.2 Safety instructions for connecting the device

Danger of electric shock! Contact with energised cables/wires or components may result in serious injury or death! You should therefore observe the fol- lowing safety instructions:

If the power cable is damaged, it must only be replaced by a repair shop designated by the manufacturer in order to pre- vent a hazard ! Please contact the manufacturer or the cus- tomer service department.

Ensure that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage (V) of the device !

Only connect the device to an AC grounded power outlet.

When using an extension lead, only use a grounded cable for outdoor (Type H05R N-F or H07R N-F) use with a conductor cross-section of at least 1.5 mm

Additional protection can be achieved by installing a residual current device (RCD) with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA in the domestic installation. Ask your electrical installer!

The mains plug must be removed: - in the event of faults during operation - in work breaks - prior to any cleaning - after use

2.3 Safety instructions for operating the device

Danger of electric shock! If the energised device comes into contact with water, there is a risk of serious injury or death! You should therefore observe the following safety instructions:

Do not use the device with wet hands.

Do not immerse the device in water or spray or clean it with water. The device must be protected against moisture. However, if the device does fall into water, immediately unplug the mains plug. Never reach into the water if the device is still connected!

Risk of burns caused by hot parts! Parts of the device can become very hot during use and may cause burns. Improper use of the device may also lead to a risk of burns! It is therefore important to observe the following safe- ty instructions: Never direct the stream of hot air at people or animals. Do not touch the protective cover with heating element (I)

Danger or death by fire and/or explosion! Improper use of the device poses a risk of serious injury or death! You should therefore observe the following safety instructions:

Handle the device carefully so as to prevent fire or combus- tion.

Only use the device in open spaces. Never use the device in the garage or in places where any petrol or flammable sub- stances are stored.

Do not use the device in the vicinity of an explosive atmo- sphere.

Do not direct the heating element (I) at flammable articles (e.g. gas cylinders). Keep away from ignition sources. Do not smoke. Keep the device out of the reach of children.

Position the device above weeds as shown in figure 6.

Do not hold the unit in the same place for too long, but pull it slowly toward you.

Heat can be transmitted to combustible materials that are concealed.

2.5 Risk of material damage

Material damage may be caused to the device as a result of improper use! You should therefore observe the following safety instructions:

Dry wood, foliage, pine and dry grass can be set on fire. There- fore, before starting work, remove these dry organisms from the surfaces to be treated. Continue to observe the treated plants for a while after treat- ing them. The plants may still ignite a while later and cause a fire.

Keeping it in one place for too long can cause damage to the stone surfaces. To avoid overheating, do not leave the unit in one place for more than 10 seconds.

Fight fires with fire extinguishers provided it is safe to do so. 3 Before using the device This chapter contains information about the delivery status.

The device is shipped as standard as follows:

Device with disassembled tube

1x user manual and product information Any accessories are individually wrapped.

3.2 Elements of the device

A Ergonomic handle B Cable cleat C Power cord D ON/OFF button E Screw connection on tube F 2-part hand-held tube G Plastic housing H Guide wheels I Protective cover with heating element

After removing from the packaging, assemble both parts of the tubes (F) together, as illustrated . When assembling, make sure that the attachment lug fits into the groove as illustrated to ensure that both tubes (F) are in the correct position and the handle (A) is aligned correctly.

Now tighten the screw connection (E) by hand by turning it clockwise. 6 Commissioning Danger or death by fire and/or explosion! Improper use of the device poses a risk of serious injury or death! You should therefore observe the following safety instructions:

Only operate the device in the open air.

Never direct the device at the connection cable or at flammable or explosive substances.

Place the device on non-flammable ground.

Figures 3 - 8 Slide the loop of the extension cable into the designated „cable cleat“

A) and fix it in the designated clip (see Figure 3). NOTE!

The performance of the equipment may decrease if unnecessarily long extension cables (>25 m) are used.

If cable reels are used, unroll the entire cable.

The cross-section of the cable used must be at least 1.5 mm

Use an extension cable to connect the device to a power outlet with protective conduc- tor (230 V AC) (see Figure 4). Turn on the device by pressing the „ON/OFF button“(D) in the „handle“ (A). Full operating temperature will be reached after approx. 1.5 minute (see Figure 5). CAUTION

Risk of burns due to hot heating element! Never direct the hot air stream at humans or animals.

Risk of burns caused by hot parts! Do not touch the protective cover with heating ele- ment (I).

In the event of breaks in work, release the on / off button (D) and always store the device as shown in figures 8. Never place the device on a flammable surface.. Improper use can cause property damage! You should therefore observe the following safety instructions:

On a small area – one that is difficult to see, if possible – check that the surface to be cleaned will not be damaged by the brushing action. To do this, keep the device, which has been heated up to operating temperature, in one position for approx. 10 seconds. - To remove weed, place the device on the surface to be treated (see Fig. 6). Depend- ing on the plant species, we recommend a dwell time of 5 - max. 10 seconds. Then slowly move the device toward you (see Fig. 7). Improper use can cause property damage! You should therefore observe the following safety instructions:

Never leave the device heated to operating temperature in one position for more than 10 seconds.

A faint odour may be released in the course of first-time operation. This is not harmful to the device.

The device is particularly suitable for the removal of weeds.

The device should only be used on smaller areas. Once the weeds become too tall they must be mown first.

The device is most effective if the plant has a high sap content. The best time for treating wild growth is in the spring. The effect is more intense, the younger the growth is. Howev- er, the results are not immediately visible. Visible parts of the plant can also be burned as part of a longer exposure time. The sensitivity of the plants to the heat radiation is not immediately evident during the recommended exposure time. In principle, the following applies: soft-leaved seedlings are the most sensitive, in other words, they will not survive a single treatment.

Older plants with hard leaves, such as thistles, will dry out after several treatment at inter- vals of one to two weeks. Sclerophyllous grasses are extremely robust and require a longer time for the heat to take effect.

In the initial phase, wild growth growing on/through surfaces should be treated briefly sev- eral times. Only then are lasting results guaranteed. After this, treatments at longer intervals will be sufficient.

Weeds need only be heated. It is not necessary to burn them. This dries out the Cells of the leaves and the weed dies back.

Certain weed species require repeated treatment.

7 Decommissioning and storage

Take the device out of operation by releasing the „ON/OFF button“ (D) in the handle.

Disconnect the device from the power supply.

Never place the device on a flammable surface after finishing work, but always put it on a fixed, non-flammable surface. Always switch off the appliance as shown in Fig. 8 to let it cool down. Risk of burns caused by hot parts!

Even after switching off, the protective cover with heating element (I) remains extreme- ly hot for a long period of time.

The cooling time is approx. 20 minutes. Do not leave the device unattended during this time. Uninvolved must keep their distance!

Risk of death due to electric shock! If the energised device comes into contact with water, there is a risk of seri ous injury or death! You should therefore observe the following safety instructions:

Switch off the device and disconnect the power cord (C) from the power supply.

Do not immerse the device in water or spray or clean it with water. The device must be protected against moisture. However, if the device does fall into water, immediately unplug the mains plug. Never reach into the water if the device is still connected!

Clean the outside of the device that has cooled down with a damp cloth or soft brush. Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning agents.

Repairs must be carried out by a GLORIA service point.

Figure 9 CAUTION You may be exposed to hazards that could injure you when handling the device. You must therefore store the device away from children. Place the device that has cooled down in a dry and frost-free place.

8 Disposal & Legislation

8.1 Environmental protection & disposal of the device

This symbol on the product, user manual or packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of in regular household waste at the end of its service life.

The device must be disposed off at a recycling collection point. The materials can be recy- cled according to their designations. You will make an important contribution to the pro- tection of our environment by the correct end-of-life product recycling, material recycling or other form of re-use.

GLORIA grants the legal warranty (2 years) for all its small electrical devices on all non-wearing device components in all EU member states. In all non-EU countries, please contact your deal- er. This warranty assumes that the device has been used as intended in accordance with the operating instructions and that ONLY original GLORIA accessories and spare parts and con- sumables have been used. Normal wear and tear as well as damage due to incorrect operation or improper handling of the device are excluded from the warranty.

8.2 Disposal of packaging

The packaging materials have been selected according to environmentally-suitable and disposal-related aspects and are therefore recyclable.

Returning the packaging to the material circulation saves raw materials and reduces the level of waste. Please dispose of unwanted packaging materials according to applicable local regulations. 9 Legal warranty period GLORIA grants the legal warranty (2 years) for all its small electrical devices on all non-wear- ing device components in all EU member states. In all non-EU countries, please contact your dealer. This warranty assumes that the device has been used as intended in accordance with the operating instructions and that ONLY original GLORIA accessories and spare parts and con- sumables have been used. Normal wear and tear as well as damage due to incorrect operation or improper handling of the device are excluded from the warranty. Technical changes reserved RZ_thermoflamm_bio fix.qxp_Text_GB 22.11.18 18:04 Seite 2627