PE-ALB 36 Li Basic - Blower Pattfield - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PE-ALB 36 Li Basic Pattfield

18 V, 2,0 Ah, 5 Li-jon-celler

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

18 V, 4,0 Ah, 10 Li-jon-celler

18 V, 2,0 Ah, 5 Li-jon-celler

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

18 V, 4,0 Ah, 10 Li-jon-celler

1. Safety regulations

2. Layout and items supplied

5. Before starting the equipment

7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

11. EC Declaration of Conformity

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

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. The term “electric tool” used in the safety inst- ructions refers to electric tools operated from the mains power supply (with a power cable) and to battery operated electric tools (without a power cable).

a) Keep your work area clean and well illu- minated. Untidy or unlit work areas can result in accidents. b) Do not operate the electric tool in an en- vironment where there is a risk of explo- sions and where there are infl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Electric tools produ- ce sparks which could set the dust or vapours alight. c) Keep the electric tool out of the reach of children and other persons. If there is a distraction, you may lose control of the appli- ance.

2. Electrical safety

a) The connector plug from this electric tool must fi t into the socket. The plug should never be altered in any way. Never use ad- apter plugs together with earthed electric tools. Unaltered plugs and correct sockets reduce the risk of an electric shock. b) Avoid bodily contact with earthed sur- faces such as pipes, heating, ovens and fridges. The risk of electric shock is increa- sed if your body is earthed. c) Keep the tool out of the rain and away from moisture. The ingress of water into an electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock. d) Do not use the cable to carry the electric tool, to hang it up or to pull it out of the socket. Keep the cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts of the appliance. Damaged or entangled cables increase the risk of an electric shock. e) If you are working outdoors with an elec- tric tool, only use extension cables which are designed specifi cally for this purpose. Using specially designed outdoor extension cables, the risk of electric shock is reduced. f) If operation of the electric tool in a damp environment can not be avoided, use a earth-leakage circuit-breaker. The earth- leakage circuit-breaker reduces the risk of an electric shock.

3. Safety of persons

a) Be careful, watch what you are doing and use an electric tool sensibly. Do not use the tool if you are tired or under the infl u- ence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention when using the electric tool can result in serious injuries. b) Wear personal protection equipment and always wear safety goggles. Wearing personal protection (such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, safety helmet or ear protection, depending upon the type and use of the electric tool) reduces the risk of injury. c) Make sure that the appliance cannot start up accidentally. Ensure that the electric tool is switched off before you connect it to the power supply and/or insert the battery, or pick up or carry the tool. If your fi nger is on the switch whilst carrying the elec- tric tool or if you connect the appliance to the mains when it is switched on, this can lead to accidents. d) Remove keys and wrenches before swit- ching on the electric tool. A tool or key which comes into contact with rotating parts of the appliance can lead to injuries. e) Avoid abnormal working postures. Make sure you stand squarely and keep your balance at all times. In this way, you can control the electric tool better in unexpected circumstances. f) Wear suitable work clothes. Do not wear Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 100Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 100 23.11.2017 10:06:2723.11.2017 10:06:27GB

loose clothing or jewellery. Keep hair, clo- thes and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can get trapped in moving parts. g) If vacuuming devices and draining de- vices can be fi tted, make sure that these are correctly attached and correctly used. The use of a dust extraction system can redu- ce the danger posed by dust.

4. Usage and treatment of the electric tool

a) Do not overload the appliance. Use the correct tool for your work. You will be able to work better and more safely within the gi- ven performance boundaries. b) Do not use an electric tool with a defec- tive switch. An electric tool that cannot be switched on or off is dangerous and must be repaired. c) Pull the plug out of the socket and/or remove the battery before making any adjustments to the appliance, changing accessories or putting the appliance down. This safety measure prevents starting the electric tool unintentionally. d) Keep unused electric tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow people who are not familiar with the appliance or who have not read these instructions to use the appliance. Electric tools are dange- rous if they are used by inexperienced people. e) Clean your electric tool carefully. Check whether moving parts are functioning properly and not jamming, whether parts are broken or damaged enough that the functioning of this electric tool is aff ec- ted. Have damaged parts repaired before using the appliance. Many accidents are caused by badly maintained electric tools. f) Keep your cutting tools sharp and clean. Carefully maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges will jam less and are easier to control. g) Make sure to use electric tools, accesso- ries, attachments, etc. in accordance with these instructions. Take the conditions in your work area and the job in hand into account. Using electric tools for any purpose other than the one for which they are intended can lead to dangerous situations.

5. Using and handling the cordless tool

a) Only charge the batteries in chargers that are recommended by the manufacturer. A charger that is designed for a certain type of battery may pose a fi re risk if it is used with other types of battery. b) Use only the correct batteries in the elec- tric tools. The use of other batteries may result in injuries and a fi re risk. c) Keep unused batteries away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws and other metallic objects that could cause a short circuit between the contacts. A short cir- cuit between the battery contacts may cause burns or a fi re. d) In case of incorrect use, fl uid may escape from the battery. Avoid contact with it. If you touch it by accident, rinse the aff ec- ted area with water. If you get the fl uid in your eyes, also seek medical advice. Leaking battery fl uid can cause skin irritation or burns.

a) Have your electric tool repaired only by trained personnel using only genuine spare parts. This will ensure that your elec- tric tool remains safe to use. Additional safety instructions We pay a great deal of attention to the design of every battery pack to ensure that we supply you with batteries which feature maximum power den- sity, durability and safety. The battery cells have a wide range of safety devices. Each individual cell is initially formatted and its electrical charac- teristic curves are recorded. This data are then used exclusively to be able to assemble the best possible battery packs. Despite all the safety precautions, caution must always be exer- cised when handling batteries. The following points must be obeyed at all times to ensure safe use. Safe use can only be guaranteed if undama- ged cells are used. Incorrect handling can cause cell damage. Important: Analyses confi rm that incorrect use and poor care are the main causes of the damage caused by high performance batteries. Information about the battery

1. The battery pack supplied with your cordless

tool is not charged. The battery pack has to be charged before you use the tool for the fi rst time.

3. Store the battery pack in a cool place, ideally

at 15°C and charged to at least 40%.

4. Lithium-ion batteries are subject to a natural

ageing process. The battery pack must be replaced at the latest when its capacity falls to just 80% of its capacity when new. Weakened cells in an aged battery pack are no longer capable of meeting the high power require- ments and therefore pose a safety risk.

5. Do not throw battery packs into an open fi re.

There is a risk of explosion!

6. Do not ignite the battery pack or expose it to

7. Do not exhaustively discharge batteries.

Exhaustive discharge will damage the battery cells. The most common cause of exhaustive discharge is lengthy storage or non-use of partly discharged batteries. Stop working as soon as the performance of the battery falls noticeably or the electronic protection system triggers. Place the battery pack in storage only after it has been fully charged.

8. Protect batteries and the tool from over-

loads. Overloads will quickly result in over- heating and cell damage inside the battery housing without this overheating actually being apparent externally.

9. Avoid damage and shocks. Replace batte-

ries which have been dropped from a height of more than one meter or which have been exposed to violent shocks without delay, even if the housing of the battery pack appears to be undamaged. The battery cells inside the battery may have suff ered serious damage. In this respect, please also read the waste disposal information. 10.If the battery pack suff ers overloading and overheating, the integrated protective cut-off will switch off the equipment for safety rea- sons. Important. Do not press the ON/OFF switch any more if the protective cut-off has actuated. This may damage the battery pack. 11.Use only original battery packs. The use of other batteries may result in injuries, explosi- on and a fi re risk. Information on chargers and the charging process

1. Please check the data marked on the rating

plate of the battery charger. Be sure to con- nect the battery charger to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate. Never connect it to a diff erent mains voltage.

2. Protect the battery charger and its cable from

damage and sharp edges. Have damaged cables repaired without delay by a qualifi ed electrician.

3. Keep the battery charger, batteries and the

cordless tool out of children’s reach.

4. Do not use damaged battery chargers.

5. Do not use the supplied battery charger to

charge other cordless tools.

6. In heavy use the battery pack will become

warm. Allow the battery pack to cool to room temperature before commencing with the charging.

7. Do not over-charge batteries. Do not ex-

ceed the maximum charging times. These charging times only apply to discharged batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged or partly charged battery pack will result in over-charging and cell damage. Do not leave batteries in the charger for days on end.

8. Never use or charge batteries if you sus-

pect that the last time they were charged was more than 12 months previously. The- re is a high probability that the battery pack has already suff ered dangerous damage (exhaustive discharge).

9. Charging batteries at a temperature below

10°C will cause chemical damage to the cell and may cause a fi re. 10.Do not use batteries which have heated during the charging process, as the battery cells may have suff ered dangerous damage. 11.Do not use batteries which have suff ered curvature or deformation during the charging process or which show other non-typical sym- ptoms (gassing, hissing, cracking,…) 12.Never fully discharge the battery pack (re- commended depth of discharge max. 80%) A complete discharge of the battery pack will lead to premature ageing of the battery cells. 13.Never charge the batteries unsupervised. Protection from environmental infl uences

1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety gog-

2. Protect your cordless tool and the battery

charger from moisture and rain. Moisture and rain can cause dangerous cell damage.

3. Do not use the cordless tool or the battery

charger near vapors and infl ammable liquids.

4. Use the battery charger and cordless tools

only in dry conditions and an ambient tempe- rature of 10-40°C.

5. Do not keep the battery charger in places

charger in a car that is parked in the sunshine.

6. Protect batteries from overheating. Over-

loads, over-charging and exposure to direct sunlight will result in overheating and cell damage. Never charge or work with batteries which have been overheated – replace them immediately if possible.

7. Storage of batteries, battery chargers

and cordless tools. Store the charger and your cordless tool only in dry places with an ambient temperature of 10-40°C. Store your lithium-ion battery pack in a cool, dry place at a temperature of 10-20°C. Protect them from humidity and direct sunlight. Only place fully charged batteries in storage (charged at least 40%).

8. Prevent the lithium-ion battery pack from free-

zing. Battery packs which were stored below 0°C for more than 60 minutes must be dispo- sed of.

9. When handling batteries beware of electrosta-

tic charge: Electrostatic discharges cause da- mage of the electronic protection system and the battery cells. Avoid electrostatic charging and never touch the battery poles. Additional safety instructions

Always walk. Never run.

Always keep the ventilation opening clean.

Never direct the blow hole at persons or ani- mals.

The machine may only be used at reasonable times of the day, i.e. not in the early morning or late evening when it will be a nuisance to other people. The times specified by local au- thorities must be observed.

Remove all foreign objects with a rake and brush before starting any blowing work.

Where conditions are dusty, dampen the sur- face a little or use a sprinkler attachment.

Use the full-length blower nozzle extension so that the air current can work near to the ground.

Watch out for children, pets, open windows etc. and blow the foreign objects safely away from them.

Warning: This machine is not designed for

Warning: Risk of injury from rotating parts.

Warning: Never use this equipment near

open windows. Explanation of the warning signs on the equipment (see Fig. 7)

1. Read the directions for use before operating

2. Do not use the tool in rain or snow. Do not ex-

pose the tool to wet conditions.

3. Keep all other persons away from the danger

6. Store the battery only in dry rooms with an

ambient temperature of +10°C to +40°C. Place only charged batteries in storage (char- ged at least 40%).

8. For use in dry rooms only.

2. Layout and items supplied

Please check that the article is complete as spe- cifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the nearest branch of the DIY store where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 work days after purchasing the article and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the warranty provisions 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! Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 103Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 103 23.11.2017 10:06:2723.11.2017 10:06:27GB

Original operating instructions

The cordless leaf blower is designed to handle only foliage and garden refuse such as grass and small branches. Any other use is prohibited. The equipment is allowed to be used only for its prescribed 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 injuries of any kind resulting from such misuse. Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or indust- rial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Weight: .......................................................2.5 kg The machine may exceed 85 dB (A). The operator will require noise protection measures if this is the case. 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 for initi- al assessment of a harmful eff ect. Important! The vibration value changes according to the area of application of the electric equipment and may exceed the specifi ed value in exceptional circum- stances. The equipment, which is supplied without batte- ries 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.

5. Before starting the equipment

Caution! 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! Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 104Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 104 23.11.2017 10:06:2723.11.2017 10:06:27GB

18 V, 5.2 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 remove the batteries before making ad- justments to the equipment.

5.1 Fitting the blower tube (Fig. 3a/b)

Plug together the blower tube (Fig. 1) and the motor unit (Item 3). Then lock the tube in place by twisting it clockwise. Important! The tube must be twisted as far as the stop to ensure that it is locked securely.

5.2 Fitting the battery pack (Fig. 4)

Press the pushlock button of the battery pack as shown in Fig. 4 C and push the battery pack into the mount provided. When the battery pack is po- sitioned as in Fig. 4b, make sure that the pushlock button latches in place! To remove the battery pack, proceed in reverse order. Important! Use only batteries which are charged to the same level. Never combine full and half-full batteries. Al- ways charge the two batteries simultaneously. The equipment‘s operating time depends on the battery with the lower charge level. The two batte- ries must always be fully charged before use.

5.3 Charging the battery (Fig. 5)

1. Take the battery pack out of the equipment.

Do this by pressing the pushlock button.

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 (D) into the socket outlet. The green LED will then begin to blink.

3. Insert the battery pack (E) into the charger

a table with an explanation of the LED indica- tor 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 power of the cordless leaf blower drops. Never fully discharge the battery pack. This will cause it to develop a defect.

5.4 Fitting the harness (Fig. 3c/3d)

Fasten the harness (Fig. 3c / Item 4) to the eyelet (Fig. 3c / Item A) on the motor housing. Place the harness over your shoulder and adjust the length to that you can guide the equipment comfortably. Caution: Carry the harness so that the click fastener is always within reach. In an emer- gency you can quickly remove the equipment by opening the click fastener (Fig. 3d / Item B).

6.1 Switching on the equipment (Fig. 6)

To switch off, let go of the On/Off switch.

Channel the air stream forward and walk slow- ly to blow foliage or garden refuse into a pile or to clear out hard-to-reach places. 6.2. Speed control (Fig. 6) The equipment is fi tted with an electronic speed controller. To use it, turn the speed controller (Fig. 6/Item 6) to the desired position. Use the equip- ment only with the speed which is actually requi- red and never let it run at a speed which is faster than necessary.

Important: To reduce noise and prolong bat- tery operating time, never actuate the turbo button longer than necessary.

7. Cleaning, maintenance and

ordering of spare parts Danger! Always remove the batteries before you carry out any cleaning work.

Keep all safety devices, air vents and the mo- tor housing free of dirt and dust as far as pos- sible. 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 attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device. The ingress of water into an electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock.

Should the tool experience problems beyond those mentioned above, let only an authorised professional or a customer service shop per- form an inspection.

There are no other parts inside the equipment which require maintenance.

7.3 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 Current prices and information are available on request at your Hornbach store.

The equipment does not work: Check that the battery is charged and whether the charging unit is working. If the equipment will not work in spite of the voltage supply being OK, please send it to the customer service address below.

Store the equipment and accessories out of children’s reach in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage tempera- ture is between 5 and 30 °C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging. Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 106Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 106 23.11.2017 10:06:2723.11.2017 10:06:27GB

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 2.0 Ah battery: 40 min) (Charging time for 3.0 Ah battery: 60 min) (Charging time for 4.0 Ah battery: 80 min) (Charging time for 5.2 Ah battery: 130 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 2.0 Ah battery: approx. 50 min) (Total charging time for 3.0 Ah battery: approx. 75 min) (Total charging time for 4.0 Ah battery: approx. 100 min) (Total charging time for 5.2 Ah battery: approx. 140 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 25° 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_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 107Anl_PE_ALB_36_Li_Basic_SPK7.indb 107 23.11.2017 10:06:2723.11.2017 10:06:27GB

11. EC Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of Conformity We declare, that the product described in Technical Data :

Cordless Leaf Blower PE-ALB 36 Li Manufactured for: Hornbach Baumarkt AG Hornbachstraße 11 76879 Bornheim / Germany is in conformity with the following directives: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC EMC Directive 2014/30/EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EG Directive relating to the noise emission in the environment by equipment for use outdoors 2000/14/EC

and in accordance to the following applicable harmonized standards: EN 60335-1/A11:2014 EN 50636-2-100:2014 EN 62233: 2008 EN 55014-1/A2:2011 EN 55014-2:2015 The conformity with the Noise Emission of Outdoor Equipment Directive is verified by the adherence to the following emissions values: Measured sound power level: 97,2 dB (A) Guaranteed sound power level: 100 dB (A)