POWDPG7521 - Blower PowerPlus - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL POWDPG7521 PowerPlus

Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 3 www.varo.com BLOWER 20V (NO ACCU) POWDPG7521 1 INTENDED USE The blower is designed for clearing leaves, pine needles and other debris from you lawn, driveway or deck. Not suitable for professional use. WARNING! Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance, for your own safety. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions. 2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A)

3. Release button for battery pack

4. Battery pack (NOT included)

6. Charger (NOT included)

7. Button for battery capacity indicator

• Remove all packaging materials.

• Remove remaining packing and package inserts (if included).

• Check that the package contents are complete.

• Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for transportation damage.

• Keep the packing materials as far as possible till the end of the warranty period. Dispose it into your local waste disposal system afterwards.

WARNING: Packaging materials are not toys! Children must not play with

plastic bags! Danger of suffocation! 1x Machine 1x Manual 1x Air tube If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 4 www.varo.com 4 SYMBOLS In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used:

Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool.

In accordance with essential requirements of the European directive(s)

Read manual before use

"Class II - The machine is double insulated; Earthing wire is therefore not necessary (only for charger)

Ambient temperature 40°C max. (only for battery)

Do not expose charger and battery pack to water

Use battery and charger only in closed rooms

Do not incinerate battery pack or charger

Wear a mask In dusty conditions

Mandatory use of eye protection.

5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to heed warnings and follow instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep safety warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the safety warnings refers to your mains- operated (corded) power tool or battery- operated (cordless) power tool.

• Keep working area clean and well lit. Untidy and dark areas can lead to accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in potentially explosive surroundings, for example, in the presence of inflammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders at a distance when operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control of it.

5.2 Electrical safety

• Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use adapter plugs with earthed power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of an electric shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, kitchen ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of an electric shock if your body is earthed.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. If water gets inside a power tool, it will increase the risk of an electric shock.

• Do not damage the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of an electric shock.POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 5 www.varo.com

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cable suitable for outdoor use. Using a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of an electric shock.

• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a power supply protected by a residual current device (RCD). Using an RCD reduces the risk of an electric shock.

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention when operating a power tool may result in serious personal injury.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Using safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, or hearing protection whenever it is needed will reduce the risk of personal injury.

• Avoid accidental starts. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting the plug. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools when the switch is in the on position makes accidents more likely.

• Remove any adjusting keys or spanners before turning on the power tool. A spanner or key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet firmly on the ground at all times. This will enable you retain control over the power tool in unexpected situations.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from the power tool. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can become entangled in the moving parts.

• If there are devices for connecting dust extraction and collection facilities, please ensure that they are attached and used correctly. Using such devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

5.4 Power tool use and care

• Do not expect the power tool to do more than it can. Use the correct power tool for what you want to do. A power tool will achieve better results and be safer if used in the context for which it was designed.

• Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot turn it on and off. A power tool with a broken switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source before making adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

• Store power tools, when not in use, out of the reach of children and do not allow people who are not familiar with the power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are potentially dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or jammed moving parts, breakages or any other feature that might affect the operation of the power tool. If it is damaged, the power tool must be repaired. Many accidents are caused by using poorly maintained power tools.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to jam and are easier to control.

• Use the power tool, accessories and cutting tools, etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work which needs to be done. Using a power tool in ways for which it was not intended can lead to potentially hazardous situations.POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 6 www.varo.com

• Your power tool should be serviced by a qualified specialist using only standard spare parts. This will ensure that it meets the required safety standards.

6 SAFETY WARNING FOR BLOWER

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

• Remove all hard objects from work area. Do not blow debris in the direction of people, animals or property.

• Use only accessories provided. Keep guards in place and in working order.

• Maintain labels and nameplates on the appliance. These carry important safety information.

• People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.

• The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

• Never attempt to open for any reason.

• Do not store in locations where the temperature may exceed 40 °C.

• Charge only at ambient temperatures between 4 °C and 40 °C. 2 Store your batteries in a cool dry place (5 °C-20 °C). Never store batteries in discharged state. 3 It is better for Li-ion batteries to discharge and reload them regularly (at least 4 times a year). The ideal charge for long-term storage of your Li-ion battery is 40% of capacity.

• When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in the section “Protecting the environment”.

• Do not cause short circuits. If connection is made between the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal directly or via accidental contact with metallic objects, the battery is short circuited and an intense current will flow causing heat generation which may lead to casing rupture or fire.

• Do not heat. If batteries are heated to above 100 °C, sealing and insulating separators and other polymer components may be damaged resulting in electrolyte leakage and/or internal short circuiting leading to heat generation causing rupture or file. Moreover do not dispose of the batteries in fire, explosion and/or intense burning may result.

• Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur. When you notice liquid on the battery, proceed as follows: − Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact. − In case of skin or eye contact, follow the instructions below: ✓ Immediately rinse with water. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 7 www.varo.com ✓ In case of eye contact, rinse abundantly with clean water for at least 10 minutes. Consult a physician. Fire hazard! Avoid short-circuiting the contacts of a detached battery. Do not incinerate the battery.

• Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.

• Have defective cords replaced immediately.

• Do not expose to water.

• Do not open the charger.

• Do not probe the charger.

• The charger is intended for indoor use only. 8 CHARGING AND INSERTION OR REMOVAL OF BATTERY

8.1 Charger indications (Fig. 1)

Connect the charger to the power outlet socket

• Solid green: ready to charge

• Flickering red: charging

• Solid green: charged

• Solid green and red: battery or charger damaged Note: if the battery does not fit properly, disconnect it and confirm that the battery pack is the correct model for this charger as shown on the specification chart. Do not charge any other battery pack or any battery pack that does not securely fit the charger.

1. Frequently monitor the charger and battery pack while connected

2. Unplug the charger and disconnect it from the battery pack when finished.

3. Allow the battery pack to cool completely before using it.

4. Store the charger and battery pack indoors, out of reach of children.

NOTE: If battery is hot after continuous use in the tool, allow it to cool down to room temperature before charging. This will extend the life of your batteries.

8.2 Removal / insertion of battery (Fig. 2)

WARNING: Before making any adjustments ensure the hedge trimmer is

switched off or remove the battery pack.

• Hold the tool with one hand and the battery pack (4) with the other.

• To install: push and slide battery pack into battery port, make sure the release latch on the rear side of the battery snaps into place and battery is secure before beginning operation.

• To remove: Press the battery release latch and pull the battery pack out at the same time.POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 8 www.varo.com

8.3 Battery capacity indicator (Fig. 3)

There are battery capacity indicators on the battery pack, you can check the capacity status of the battery if you squeeze the button (7). Before using the machine, please press switch trigger to check if the battery is full enough for properly working. Those 3 LED might show the status of the capacity level of the battery: 3 LED’s are lit: Battery fully charged 2 LED’s are lit: Battery 60% charged 1 LED is lit: Battery almost discharged 9 ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Switch off and remove battery from machine before adjusting or

Fit the Blower Tube (5) to the motor housing. Check the Blower Tube is firmly secured. Note: Before disassembling the Blower Tube, be sure the variable speed trigger is on off position. Press the Release Button , so that you can separate the tube. Do not try to separate the tubes by force or by using tools. 10 OPERATION (FIG. 6)

10.1 Turbo button: (8)

A function of increase in airflow “turbo” , is used only on occasions when leaves and trash is stuck or when the normal airflow is not sufficient . In most cases , normal airflow is sufficient. An increase in airflow is used mainly for brief measures.

• Hold the blower with one hand on the control handle (2) - wrap your thumb around the handle.

• Pull the trigger (1) with your index finger and hold it there. The blower accelerates and air flows from the nozzle.

To switch off, release the variable speed trigger. No air flows from the nozzle.

10.4 Using the Blower

Holding and Controlling the Blower Hold and control the blower with one hand on the control handle - wrap your thumb around the handle. Point the nozzle at the ground, walk slowly and steadily forwards.POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 9 www.varo.com

• Keep the ventilation slots of the machine clean to prevent overheating of the engine.

• Regularly clean the machine housing with a soft cloth, preferably after each use.

• Keep the ventilation slots free from dust and dirt.

• If the dirt does not come off use a soft cloth moistened with soapy water.

• Never use solvents such as petrol, alcohol, ammonia water, etc. These solvents may damage the plastic parts.

• Our machines have been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper machine care and regular cleaning.

• In order to maintain battery capacity, we recommend the battery to be completely discharged every one month and fully recharged again .Only store with a fully charged battery and top-up the charge from time to time if stored for a long time. Store in a dry and frost-free place, the ambient temperature should not exceed 40°C. 12 TECHNICAL DETAILS Rotation speed 13000min-1 Rated voltage 20V Max air speed 145km/h Max air volume 9,5 m³/min Battery connection Slide-on Soft grip Yes 13 NOISE Noise emission values measured according to relevant standard. (K=3) Acoustic pressure level LpA 76 dB(A) Acoustic power level LwA 94 dB(A) ATTENTION! Wear hearing protection when sound pressure is over 85 dB(A). aw (Vibration) 0,5m/s² K = 1,5 m/s²POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 10 www.varo.com 14 WARRANTY

• This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the first user.

• This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers, defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.

• Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the warranty provisions.

• We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the tool.

• Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus tools.

• You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90.

• Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise in writing.

• At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the result of negligent maintenance or overload.

• Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike, erroneus net voltage. This list is not exhaustive.

• Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement.

• Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of Varo NV.

• We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon brushes serviced regularly, etc.).

• Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase.

• Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state, (in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of purchase.

• Your tool must be charged at least 1x per month to ensure optimal operation of this tool. 15 ENVIRONMENT Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not dispose of it with the household refuse, but in an environmentally safe way. Waste produced by electrical machine items should not be handled like normal household rubbish. Please recycle where recycle facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.POWDPG7521 EN Copyright © 2020 VARO P a g e | 11 www.varo.com

16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

VARO- Vic. Van Rompuy N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, Product: Blower 20V Trade mark: POWERplus Model: POWDPG7521 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration. European Directives (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature); 2011/65/EU 2006/42/EC 2014/30/EU 2000/14/EC Annex V LwA Measured 91 dB(A) Guaranteed 94 dB(A) European harmonized standards (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature); EN60335-1 : 2012 EN50636-2-100 : 2012 EN55014-1 : 2017 EN55014-2 : 2015 Keeper of the Technical Documentation : Philippe Vankerkhove, VARO – Vic. Van Rompuy N.V. The undersigned acts on behalf of the company CEO,