AMG 18 - Blower Westfalia - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AMG 18 Westfalia

Saugeinlass Suction Inlet

Please note the included General Safety Notes and the following safety notes to avoid malfunctions, damage or physical injury: Please read this manual carefully and use the unit only according to this manual. Dispose of used packaging material carefully or store it out of the reach of children. There is a danger of suffocation! Persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental abilities are not allowed to use the device, unless they are supervised and briefed for their safety by a qualified person. Never leave the device unsupervised when in use. Keep out of reach of children or persons in need of supervision. Never point the vacuum hose towards persons or animals. Children shall not play with the device. It is not a toy. Keep the device and the rechargeable battery out of reach of children. Keep uninvolved persons out or range of the working zone. This device is not designed for professional continuous operation. The device is exclusively designed for private use. When operating the device wear hearing protection and eye protection. Do not expose the device to rain. Do not operate the device under wet conditions. Do not expose the device to high tem- peratures, strong vibrations or moisture. Do not operate the device with wet hands. Check the device before each use for the presence of dam- aged parts. Do not operate the device if damages exist. Only use original accessory.8 Safety Notes The device is intended - for blowing away soiling, such as sawdust, leaves, dust, etc., - for inflating smaller objects, such as water toys, etc. Make sure the suction inlet and the blower outlet are not directed towards people or animals. Do not operate the device in the vicinity of an opened window etc. Do not work with the device in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. The device does not have an automatic turn-off. Too much pressure in the inflated object can burst it. Observe the object while inflating. Make sure the cable of the charger is not kinked or pinched or comes into contact with heat sources. Do not operate a damaged charger. Charge the battery only with the specially designed charger for this battery. Do not charge with this charger other batter- ies.

WARNING: Li-Ion batteries, if incorrectly used, stored or

charged are a fire, burn and explosion hazard. Keep the battery and the charger clean at all times. Dirt and debris may cause a short circuit and clog the ventilation holes. Failure to follow these instructions may result in overheating or fire. Before maintenance and repair work, remove the battery. Do not touch the connected charger with wet hands. Allow batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy use. Failure to follow these instructions may cause overheat-9 Safety Notes ing or fire. Use the device only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. When not in use batteries should be stored at room tempera- ture (approximately 20º C). Do not open, disassemble, crush, heat above 60º C or incin- erate. Do not dispose of in fire or similar or short-circuit the battery. Keep the battery away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. Only charge the battery at an ambient temperature between 10º C and 40º C. A charged battery can be used to power the unit under ambient temperature conditions between 0º C and 40º C. When not in use, store the battery in a dry place between 10º C and 30º C out of reach of children and persons in need of supervision. Should the device become damaged do not use it and have it repaired by a professional or contact our customer support department. Do not disassemble the device or try repairing it yourself. The unit is designed for operation in altitudes of up to 2000 m above sea level.10 Safety Notes Symbol Explanation The symbols shown are used for the device. Make sure to familiarise yourself with the meaning of the symbols before using the device. CE Article Take particular care and attention. Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Read the instruction manual. Wear ear protection. The device generates max. 102 dB. Keep hands away from rotating parts. Remove the battery before maintenance and repair work. Do not expose the device to rain. Keep persons within 5 m of the work area. There is danger due to objects being thrown out. Keep bystanders away from the work area.

Operation Before first Use Remove the multifunctional blower of the packing and check all parts for damage in transit. Dispose of packaging materials or store them out of reach of children. Plastic bags etc. may become a deadly toy for children. Intended Use This rechargeable multifunctional blower is designed for blowing away and collecting leaves, grass, dirt and refuse. Furthermore the device can be used as a volume pump for inflating water toys. The multifunctional blower is for private use only. Any other use is regard- ed as contrary to the intended use and will result in damaging the device. The blower is designed for one-hand operation. It can be carried by the handle in either the right or left hand. The cone-shaped nozzle produces a broad and powerful airstream at ground level. It can be aimed and controlled very accurately. This nozzle is highly effective for blow sweeping sawdust, leaves, grass cuttings, etc. on flat surfaces. Possible foreseeable Misuse The device is designed neither for commercial use in public parks and sports facilities, nor for use in farming and forestry. Even during correct use of the device, there is always a certain residual risk that cannot be excluded. Depending on the use, the following potential risks can be derived from the type and construction of the device: - Throwing out of cuttings, soil and small stones. - Inhalation of cuttings particles if no breathing protection is worn. - Damage to the hearing if no hearing protection is worn. Scope of Delivery The device is designed to be used with the rechargeable battery type A2AH18 (Art. No. 878474) or with the rechargeable battery type A4AG18 (Art. No. 878475). Please note that the rechargeable battery and a charging unit are not included in delivery.27 Operation ATTENTION! Danger of damage to the device and battery! If the device is operated with an unsuitable battery, both the device and the battery may be damaged. Only operate the device with the specified rechargeable battery. For charging the rechargeable battery, the charging unit ASLD Quick Charger (Art. No. 878476) is required. Vibration Load WARNING! Danger due to Vibration! The actual magnitude of the vibration emissions during the operation of the device may deviate from that stated by the manufacturer, when the device is not operated as intended, when the device is not in a proper condition of use. Noise Pollution A certain level of noise exposure from the device is inevitable. Carry out noisy work at approved and specified time periods. Observe rest periods as necessary. For your personal protection and protection of persons in the vicinity, appropriate hearing protection must be worn. WARNING! Danger due to uncomplete Assembly! Operation of an incompletely assembled device can result in serious injury. Only operate the device when it is fully assembled! Do not insert the battery into the device until it is fully assembled! Assembly – Using as Leaf Blower

1. Before starting work, mount the included accessory on the multifunc-

tional blower. The two-piece blowing tube consists of the cone nozzle (1) and the extension tube (2) and is equipped with bayonet lock. Mount the assembled blowing tube on the device and make sure the assembled blowing tube is properly locked.28 Operation

2. Make sure the battery is fully loaded. For detailed information read and

observe the instruction manuals of the rechargeable battery and charger.

3. Insert the battery straight into the recess of the device and push the

battery up to the end until you hear a click sound.

4. To remove the battery, first depress the unlocking button and pull out

straight from the device. Do not force the battery when inserting into the device or removing. ON/OFF Trigger

1. To switch on the device, pull the ON/OFF trigger (7).

2. To switch off the device, release the trigger.

Lock Button for ON/OFF Trigger

1. For locking the ON/OFF trigger, pull the ON/OFF trigger and after-

wards press the locking button (5) down. The ON/OFF trigger is now locked in place. Release the ON/OFF trigger.

2. For unlocking and switching off the device, pull the ON/OFF trigger

and release it. The locking button (5) automatically snaps back in place and the device switches off. Hints on correct Working Technique WARNING! Only operate the device when the blowing tube properly assembled. There is risk of injury! Version 1 Version 229 Operation Hold the device firmly in your hand. The multifunctional blower is designed for one-hand operation. The device can be operated with the right or the left hand. Angle the device forwards slightly, and walk forwards slowly. Sweep the machine to the right and left in order to blow away the leaves. Never work against the wind to ensure that you and persons behind you are not soiled. Always make sure to have a safe stand while working with the device. Do not overload the device during work. Do not block the blower outlet and the suction inlet while working with the device. Make sure long hair or loose clothing cannot get into the openings of the device. In dusty locations, it is advisable to slightly dampen the surface with a suitable spraying device to avoid too much dust. In case of stubborn soiling, it is advisable to loosen the surface with a rake or broom. After operation, remove the battery from the device to avoid uninten- tional switching on. LED To switch on the LED, press the button (8) once. To switch off the LED, press the button again.30 Operation Turnable Handle The handle can be locked in 2 working positions. To avoid unintentional operation, of the device, remove the battery!

1. To adjust the working

position of the handle, slide the handle unlock button (4) forwards and simultaneously turn the blower to the side.

2. Turn the handle until you hear a click sound and the handle is properly

locked in this position. Speed Regulator The device is equipped with an infinitely adjustable speed regulator (6).

1. When starting work, adjust the speed regulator to

the lowest setting for low air volume.

2. Turn the speed regulator in direction to the

highest setting 7, according to the desired appli- cation. Assembly – Operating as Volume Pump

1. To inflate water toys (e.g.

water balls), mount the noz- zle holder (10) on the blow- er outlet (3) of the device.

2. Insert the suitable nozzle

(11) into the nozzle holder (10).

3. Make sure the nozzle

holder is properly locked in the blower opening.31 Operation Do not leave the inflating object unattended! The device does not switch off automatically. Thus the object to be inflated can burst. Assembly – Extracting clean Air

1. For extracting clean air from an

object, e.g. from an inflated airbed, mount the suitable nozzle (^1) on the suction inlet (9) and switch on the device.

2. Do not leave the device unattended

during work. Cleaning Remove the battery from the device before cleaning. Clean the housing with a dry of if necessary a lightly moistened cloth for cleaning. Do not use chemicals or abrasives in order not to damage the surfaces. Do not immerse the device in water. Storing Store the device and the accessory in a dry and cool place. Do not store the device close to heat sources such as heaters. Do not expose the device to direct sunlight for an extended time. Extreme heat will damage the device. Store the device out of reach of children.32 Technical Data

• The declared vibration total value and the declared noise emission values have been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another. The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure. Warning! The vibration and noise emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared total value depending on the ways in which the tool is used, in particular, what kind of work piece is machined. It is necessary to identify safety measured to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time) Try to minimize the impact of vibration and noise. Exemplary measures to reduce vibration exposure include wearing gloves while using the tool, limiting working time, and using accessories in good condition. Rated Voltage 18 V DC Nominal Speed 0 – 18000 min

Dimensions 30 x 17.5 x 19.5 cm Net Weight (without battery) 1147 g Hand Arm Vibration