GAMH-E 40 Li OA - Lawn mower Gardol - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GAMH-E 40 Li OA Gardol

Danger! When using the equipment, a few safety pre- cautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the in- formation is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

1. Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet. Danger! Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regula- tions and instructions may result in an electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury. Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use. Explanation of the warning signs on the equipment (see Fig. 9)

1. Danger! Note the instructions for use!

2. Danger! Never use the equipment in damp

3. Caution! Danger from catapulted parts; keep

5. Caution! Wear goggles and ear defenders.

6. Danger! Pull the safety plug out before car-

rying out maintenance, cleaning and repair work.

7. Use only batteries which are charged to the

2. Layout and items supplied

6. Two-hand safety switch

Please check that the article is complete as specifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

Open the packaging and take out the equip- ment with care.

Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).

Check to see if all items are supplied.

Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.

If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period. Danger! The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suff ocating!

Original operating instructions

The machine is designed for digging soil (for example garden beds). Be sure to observe the restrictions in the safety instructions. The operating instructions as supplied by the ma- nufacturer must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the equipment is properly used Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 16Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 16 22.09.2017 12:52:2022.09.2017 12:52:20GB

and maintained. The instructions contain valuable information on operating, maintenance and servi- cing conditions. For safety reasons, the machine may not be used as a drive unit for other work tools or tool sets of any kind. The equipment is to be used only for its prescri- bed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or inju- ries of any kind caused as a result of this. Please note that our equipment has not been de- signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

uncertainty .............................................3 dB Wear ear-muff s. The impact of noise can cause damage to hea- ring. Total vibration values (vector sum of three direc- tions) determined in accordance with EN 786. Vibration emission value a

The specifi ed vibration value was established in accordance with a standardized testing method. It may change according to how the electric equip- ment is used and may exceed the specifi ed value in exceptional circumstances. The specifi ed vibration value can be used to compare the equipment with other electric power tools. The specifi ed vibration value can be used for initi- al assessment of a harmful eff ect. The equipment is supplied without batteries and without a charger is allowed to be used only with the lithium-ion batteries of the Power-X-Change series! Power-X-Change

Only use appliances which are in perfect wor- king order.

Service and clean the appliance regularly.

Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.

Do not overload the appliance.

Have the appliance serviced whenever ne- cessary.

Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.

Wear protective gloves. Caution! Residual risks Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain resi- dual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:

3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vib-

5. Before starting the equipment

Important! The equipment is supplied without batteries and without a charger is allowed to be used only with the lithium-ion batteries of the Power-X-Change series! Power-X-Change

20 V, 4.0 Ah, 10 lithium-ion cells The lithium-ion batteries of the Power-X-Change series are allowed to be charged only with the Power-X charger. Warning! Always pull out the safety plug before performing any adjusting, repair, maintenance or cleaning work on the equipment. Assembly (Figs. 3a-3g)

Pull out the split pin (Fig. 3a/Item A) and re- move the pin (Fig. 3a/Item B). Push the brake shoe (Fig. 3b/Item 12) into the mount and fix it in position with the pin and split pin previously removed.

Undo the eight Philips screws (Fig. 3b/Pos. C) with washers on both sides of the axle. On both sides, push the transport wheel as shown in Fig. 3c onto the axle and secure with the Philips screws and washers (see Fig. 3c inset).

Press the wheel caps (Fig. 3d/Item 11) onto the transport wheels.

Secure the cable to the push bars with 2 cable clips (Fig. 3g/Item 7). Charging the battery (Fig. 4a/4b) The equipment is supplied without batteries and without a charger!

1. Take the battery pack out of the equipment.

Do this by pressing the pushlock buttons. (Fig. 4a/Item C)

2. Check that your mains voltage is the same as

that marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Insert the power plug of the charger into the socket outlet. The green LED will then begin to fl ash.

3. Insert the battery pack into the battery char-

will fi nd a table with an explanation of the LED indicator on the charger. The battery pack can become a little warm during the charging. This is normal. If the battery pack fails to charge, check:

whether there is voltage at the socket outlet

whether there is good contact at the charging contacts If the battery pack still fails to charge, send

and the battery pack to our customer service center. To ensure that the battery pack provides long ser- vice, you should take care to recharge it promptly. You must recharge the battery pack when you notice that the performance of the device drops. Never allow the battery pack to become fully di- scharged. This will cause it to develop a defect. Installing the battery (Fig. 4c-4d) Open the battery cover. This is done by pressing the lock (A) as shown in Fig. 4c and swinging up the cover. Then insert the two batteries in the mounts as shown in Fig. 4d and push them for- ward until the batteries audibly latch into place. Note! Use only batteries which are charged to the same level. Never combine full and half-full batteries. Always charge the two batteries simultaneously. The equipment‘s operating time depends on the battery with the lower charge level. The two bat- teries must always be fully charged before use. Close the battery cover by swinging it down, and make sure that it latches in place correctly. Battery capacity indicator (Fig. 4a) Press the switch for the battery capacity indicator (Fig. 4a/Item A). The battery capacity indicator (Fig. 4a/Item B) shows the charge status of the battery using 3 LEDs. All 3 LEDs are lit: The battery is fully charged. Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 18Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 18 22.09.2017 12:52:2022.09.2017 12:52:20GB

2 or 1 LED(s) are lit: The battery has an adequate remaining charge. 1 LED fl ashes: The battery is empty, recharge the battery. All LEDs fl ash: The battery pack has undergone exhaustive di- scharge and is defective. Do not use or charge a defective battery pack.

Caution! The device is equipped with a safety switch to prevent unauthorized use. Immediately before using the device, insert the safety plug (Fig. 5/ Item 5). Remove the safety plug again when inter- rupting or terminating your work. To do so, press the lug (Fig. 5/Item A). Danger! To prevent accidental start-up of the ma- chine, the push-bar is equipped with a two-point switch (Fig. 10/Item A) which must be pressed before the lever switch (Fig. 10/Item B) can be pressed. If the lever switch is released, the machi- ne switches off . Repeat this process several times so that you are sure that your machine functions properly. Before you perform any repair or maintenance work on the machine, ensure that the hoe blades are not rotating and that the power supply is disconnec- ted. The equipment must be moved into operating position before you begin with your work. First pull the locking pin (Fig. 7/Item A) in the direction of the arrow as shown in Fig. 7 and swing up the wheel unit until the locking pin engages again in position B. Proceed in reverse order to move the equipment into transport position. Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the long handles) is maintained between the machine and the user. Be especially careful when changing direction on slopes and inclines. Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers. Always work along the incline (not up and down). Use special caution when backing up and pulling the machine (tripping hazard). Tips for proper working Place the machine in front of the area you wish to hoe and hold it securely on the push bar before you switch on the machine. Guide the hoe blades over the area. To achieve cleanly hoed soil always ensure that you guide the machine in straight lines wherever possible. Insodoing, the aeration swaths should always overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to avoid bare strips. Switch off the motor promptly when you arrive at the end of the area you wished to hoe. The motor must be switched off when you raise the machine (for example to change direction). Keep the underside of the machine clean and re- move soil deposits. Deposits make it more diffi cult to start the machine and decrease the working depth. Work perpendicular to the slop on inclined areas. The machine must be switched off and the mains cable disconnected before you make any checks on the hoe blades. Warning! The hoe blades will continue to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is switched off . Never att- empt to manually stop them. In the event that the rotating hoe blade strikes an object, immediately switch off the machine and wait for the hoe blades to come to a complete stop. Then inspect the con- dition of the hoe blades. Replace any parts that are damaged.

7. Cleaning, maintenance and

ordering of spare parts Danger! Always pull out the safety plug before making ad- justments or carrying out maintenance, cleaning and repair work on the equipment. Make sure that the blade shaft is not turning.

Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.

We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.

Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could at- tack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensu- re that no water can seep into the device. The ingress of water into an electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock. Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 19Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 19 22.09.2017 12:52:2022.09.2017 12:52:20GB

For safety reasons, we recommend having the hoe blades replaced by an authorized professio- nal (see address on warranty certifi cate). Warning! Wear working gloves. Use only genuine spare parts since otherwise the function and safety of the machine cannot be guaranteed.

Ensure that all mounting components (i.e. screws, bolts, nuts etc.) are always tightened so that the machine can be safely operated at all times. Store the device in a dry room. All the metal parts should be cleaned and then oil to ensure that they provide a long life. For best results, clean the plastic parts of the machine with a brush or rag. Do not use any solvents to remove dirt. For space saving storage undo the star nuts (Fig. 3e 3f /Item 8) and fold together the push bars as shown in Fig. 8. Ensure that you do not damage the cable. At the end of the season, perform a general inspection of the machine and remove any deposits which may have accumulated. At the start of each season, ensure that you check the condition of the machine. If repairs are necessary, please contact one of our customer service cen- ters (see address on warranty certifi cate).

7.4 Ordering replacement parts:

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

Article number of the machine

Identification number of the machine

Replacement part number of the part required For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info

8. Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to pre- vent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Never place defective equipment in your household refuse. The equipment should be taken to a suitable collection center for proper disposal. If you do not know the whereabouts of such a collection point, you should ask in your local council offi ces.

Store the equipment and accessories in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 5 and 30 °C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging. Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 20Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 20 22.09.2017 12:52:2022.09.2017 12:52:20GB

Indicator status Explanations and actions Red LED Green LED Off Flashing Ready for use The charger is connected to the mains and is ready for use; there is no battery pack in the charger On Off Charging The charger is charging the battery pack in quick charge mode. Off On The battery is 85% charged and ready for use. (Charging time for 1.5 Ah battery: 30 min) (Charging time for 3.0 Ah battery: 60 min) (Charging time for 4.0 Ah battery: 80 min) The unit then changes over to gentle charging mode until the battery is fully charged. (Total charging time for 1.5 Ah battery: approx. 40 min) (Total charging time for 3.0 Ah battery: approx. 75 min) (Total charging time for 4.0 Ah battery: approx. 100 min) Action: Take the battery pack out of the charger. Disconnect the charger from the mains supply. Flashing Off Adapted charging The charger is in gentle charging mode. For safety reasons the charging is performed less quickly and takes more than 1 hour. The reasons can be: - The battery pack has not been used for a very long time or an already fl at battery was further discharged (exhaustive discharge). - The battery pack temperature is outside the ideal range (between 10° C and 45° C). Action: Wait for the charging to be completed; you can still continue to charge the battery pack. Flashing Flashing Fault Charging is no longer possible. The battery pack is defective. Action: Never charge a defective battery pack. Take the battery pack out of the charger. On On Temperature fault The battery pack is too hot (e.g. due to direct sunshine) or too cold (below 0° C). Action: Remove the battery pack and keep it at room temperature (approx. 20° C) for one day . Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 21Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 21 22.09.2017 12:52:2022.09.2017 12:52:20GB

Fault Possible causes Remedy Motor does not start - Safety plug is not inserted - Battery is not correctly inserted - Motor terminals or capacitor dis- connected - Excessive working depth - Battery empty - Insert the safety plug (see 6.) - Remove the battery and reinsert (see 5.) - By customer service workshop - Reduce the working depth - Charge the battery (see 5.) Motor performance drops - Soil too hard - Blades badly worn - Correct working depth - Replace hoe blades Notice! For protection, the motor is equipped with a thermal switch which cuts out when the motor is overloaded and switches on again automatically after a short cooling period. Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 22Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 22 22.09.2017 12:52:2122.09.2017 12:52:21GB

For EU countries only Never place any electric power tools in your household refuse. To comply with European Directive 2012/19/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric power tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment-friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot. Recycling alternative to the return request: As an alternative to returning the equipment to the manufacturer, the owner of the electrical equipment must make sure that the equipment is properly disposed of if he no longer wants to keep the equipment. The old equipment can be returned to a suitable collection point that will dispose of the equipment in accordance with the national recycling and waste disposal regulations. This does not apply to any ac- cessories or aids without electrical components supplied with the old equipment. The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the iSC GmbH. Subject to technical changes Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 23Anl_GAMH-E_40_Li_OA_SPK7.indb 23 22.09.2017 12:52:2122.09.2017 12:52:21GB

Service information We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certifi cate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certifi cate. These partners will help you with all service re- quests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables. Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables. Category Example Wear parts* cultivator blade, battery Consumables* Missing parts

• Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery! In the eff ect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.isc-gmbh.info. Ple- ase ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:

Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?

Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?

20 V, 3,0 Ah, 10 Li-jon-celler

20 V, 3,0 Ah, 10 Li-jon-celler

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