GAM-E40Li - Lawn mower Gardol - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GAM-E40Li Gardol

GB Original operating instructions Cordless lawn mower

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Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Safety regulations
2. Layout and items supplied
3. Proper use
4. Technical data
5. Before starting the equipment
6. Operation
7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts
8. Disposal and recycling
9. Storage
10. Troubleshooting

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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Danger!

When using the equipment, a few safety precautions 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 information 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 regulations and instructions may result in an electric shock, fire 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. 15)

1. Read the directions for use before operating the equipment.
2. Keep all other persons away from the danger zone.
3. Caution: Sharp blades! Pull out the safety plug before carrying out any repair work or if the power cable is damaged. The blades will continue to rotate after the motor is switched off.
4. Protect the equipment from rain and damp conditions
5. Guaranteed sound power level: 96 dB
6. Dispose of batteries correctly

2. Layout and items supplied

2.1 Layout (Fig. 1/2)

1. Switching bar
2. Push bar
3. Push bar bracket
4. Grass basket

5. Ejector flap

6. Central cutting height adjustment

7. Carry-handle

8. Fastening clips

9. Function display

10. Battery

11. Charging unit

12. 2 quick-lock levers

13. 2 washers

14. 2 fastening screws

15. Safety plug

16. Filling level indicator

2.2 Items supplied

Please check that the article is complete as specified 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 equipment 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 suffocating!

• Cordless Lawn Mower
• Original operating instructions
• Safetyinstructions

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3. Proper use

The lawn mower is intended for private use i.e. for use in home and gardening environments.

Private use of the lawn mower refers an annual operating time generally not exceeding that of 50 hours, during which time the equipment is primarily used to maintain small-scale, residential lawns and home/hobby gardens. Public facilities, sporting halls, and agricultural/forestry applications are excluded.

Important. Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the lawn mower may not be used to trim bushes, hedges or shrubs, to cut scaling vegetation, planted roofs, or balcony-grown grass, to clean (suck up) dirt and debris off walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. Moreover, the lawn mower may not be used as a power cultivator to level out high areas such as molehills.

For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used as a drive unit for other work tools or toolkits of any kind, unless they have been expressly permitted by the manufacturer.

The equipment is 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 caused as a result of this.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed 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.

4. Technical data

Idling speed: 3,650 min ^1

Protection class: ....III

Weight: 17.45 kg

Cutting width: 40 cm

Volume of catch bag: 45 liters

L_pA sound pressure level ..... 81.70 dB(A)

K_pA uncertainty 3 dB(A)

L_WA sound power level 96 dB(A)

Vibration at the handlebar: ....≤ 2.5 m/s²

K uncertainty: 1.5 m/s ^2

Cutting height adjustment: .....25-75 mm; 6 levels

Protection type: IPX1

Lithium-ion battery

Voltage: 40 V DC

Capacity: 4.0 Ah

Number of cells: 10

Battery charger

Input voltage: 220-240 V \~ 50 Hz

Output voltage: 36-37 V DC

Output current: 3.6-3.7 A

Protection class:....II / ☐

Sound and vibration values were measured in accordance with the standards EN ISO 3744:1995, EN ISO 11201:1995 and EN ISO 20643:2005.

Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

• Only use appliances which are in perfect working 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 necessary.
• Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
  • Wear protective gloves.

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5. Before starting the equipment

The lawn mower is delivered partly assembled. The push bar and the grass basket must be assembled before using the lawn mower. Follow the instructions step by step and refer to the pictures when assembling.

Fitting the push bar (Fig. 3 - 3d)

Swing the push bar holder (3) to the rear and lock it on both sides with the quick-lock levers (12). This might require you to slacken the quick-lock lever (by turning it counter-clockwise) or tighten it (by turning clockwise). Make sure that the height is uniform. On the push bar holder (3) are two mounting holes on each side for adjusting the push bar height. The push bar (2) must be pushed onto the push bar holder (3) and secured in one of the two holes as shown. The rounded side of the washer (13) points inwards at the pipe. First secure one side so that the push bar stays in place and then secure the other side.

Adjusting the push bar height (Fig. 5)

You can set the push bar to a height from 105 cm to 129 cm in 3 levels (1 – 2 – 3) depending on the mounting hole used. The selected level is indicated by the notch (A). To set the push bar height, secure the quick-lock lever (12) in the required position.

Fitting the grass basket (Fig. 6)

Before you fit the grass basket you must ensure that the motor is switched off and the blade is not rotating. Lift the ejector flap (5) with one hand. Using the other hand, hold the basket (4) by the handle and hang it into place from the top.

Fitting the cable clips (Fig. 4)

Then use the cable clips (8) to secure the motor cable to the push bar (2) and the push bar holder (3).

Filling level indicator of the grass collector (Fig. 4)

The grass collector is equipped with a fi lling level indicator (Item 16) which is opened by the air current that the lawn mower generates during operation. If the fl ap closes during mowing, the grass collecting device is full and must be emptied. To ensure the proper functioning of the fi lling level indicator, the holes under the fl ap must be kept clean and open.

Adjusting the cutting height Warning!

Adjust the cutting height only when the engine is switched off and the power cable has been disconnected.

Before you begin to mow, check to ensure that the blade is not blunt and that none of the fasteners are damaged. To prevent any imbalance, replace blunt and/or damaged blades. To carry out this check, first switch off the motor and pull out the power plug.

The cutting height must be adjusted as follows (see Fig. 7):

1. Press the lever (6) inwards and adjust to the required cutting height (scale: 25 - 35 - 45 - 55 - 65 - 75 mm).
2. Release the lever (6) and check that it is securely seated in the lock.

Charging the battery (Fig. 8)

The supplied battery pack is allowed to be charged only in the supplied charging unit. The battery pack must be charged before the equipment is used for the first time.

1. Check to see if the voltage specified on the rating plate of the charging unit matches the mains voltage. Insert the power plug of the charging unit (11) into the mains socket outlet. The red LED (B) will light up.
2. Push the battery pack (12) onto the charging unit (11) until it latches in place. The red LED (B) will go out and the green LED (C) will blink.
3. Once the battery pack is full charged, the green LED (C) will shine continuously.
4. If a fault occurs on the charging unit (e.g. charging is impossible due to a defective battery pack), the red LED (B) will shine continuously.

The battery pack can become a little warm during the charging. This is normal.

After the battery pack has been charged, it must be removed from the charging unit. Do this by pressing the two pushlock buttons (D) on the side and pulling the battery pack out of the charging unit.

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If the battery fails to charge, please check

• whether there is voltage at the socket outlet
- whether there is good contact at the charging contacts of the charging unit

If the battery still fails to charge, send

• the charging unit
• and the screwdriver

to our customer service center.

To ensure that the battery pack provides long service you should take care to recharge it promptly. Recharging is always necessary when you notice a drop in the performance of your cordless grass lawn mower.

Never fully discharge the battery pack. This will cause it to develop a defect.

Fitting the battery pack (Fig. 9)

Swing up the battery cover (E) on the lawn mower. Push the charged battery pack into the mount until you hear it latch into place. Close the battery cover (E).

Removing the battery pack (Fig. 10)

Swing up the battery cover (E) on the lawn mower. Press the two pushlock buttons (D) on the side and pull the battery pack out of the charging unit. Close the battery cover (E).

Battery capacity indicator (Fig. 11)

Press the button (F). The battery capacity indicator will show the charge status of the battery pack using 4 LEDs.

All 4 LEDs are lit:

The battery pack is charged.

3 LEDs are lit:

The battery pack has an adequate remaining charge.

2 LEDs are lit:

Stop working and charge the battery.

1 LED is lit:

The battery is empty, recharge the battery.

6. Operation

Caution!

The lawn mover is equipped with a safety circuit to prevent unauthorized use. Directly before starting up the lawn mover insert the safety plug (Fig. 12/Item 15) and remove the safety plug again whenever you interrupt or terminate your work.

2-step safety lock-off

To prevent the lawn mower from switching on accidentally, it is equipped with a 2-step safety lock-off (Fig. 12/Item H) which must be pressed before the switching bar (Fig. 12/Item K) can be activated.

The lawn mower will switch itself off when the switching bar is released completely. Both steps of the safety lock-off are now activated and you must press the safety lock-off (Fig. 12 / Item H) in order to put the lawn mower back into operation. If the switching bar is released by only a few centimeters, the lawn mower will switch itself off and it can be put into operation again without the safety lock-off being pressed (1st step of the safety lock-off activated). This is used mainly when you want to interrupt your work briefly without leaving the lawn mower.

Repeat this process several times so that you are sure that the machine functions properly.

Operation electronics (Fig. 13)

The operation electronics (L) can be turned upwards and downwards through 40°. Turn the operation electronics so that you can look directly onto the indicator. The operation electronics works only when the battery and safety switch are inserted.

a) Battery capacity indicator

Press the button „M“. The battery capacity indicator will show the charge status of the battery pack using 4 LEDs.

• All 4 LEDs are lit: The battery pack is charged.
• 3 LEDs are lit: The battery pack has an adequate remaining charge.
• 2 LEDs are lit: Stop working and charge the battery.
• 1 LED is lit: The battery is empty, recharge the battery.

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b) Torque electronics

The „Auto“ setting is lit: The electronics will adjust the torque to one of 3 levels depending on the cutting height and grass density. Please note that the battery operating time will decrease as the required torque increases.

You can make the following settings by pressing the „N“ button several times:

„1“ is lit: Low torque for low grass density and high cutting height

„2“ is lit: Medium torque for medium grass density and medium cutting height

„3“ is lit: High torque for high grass density and low cutting height

Caution! Never open the chute flap when the grass bag has been detached (to be emptied) and the motor is still running. A rotating blade can cause serious injuries!

Always carefully fasten the chute flap and grass basket. Switch off the engine before emptying the grass basket.

Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the length of the long handles) is maintained between the user and the mower housing. Be especially careful when mowing and changing direction on slopes and inclines. Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers.

Always mow along the incline (not up and down). For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used to mow inclines whose gradient exceeds 15 degrees.

Use special caution when backing up and pulling the lawn mower. Tripping hazard!

Tips for proper mowing

It is recommended that you overlap the mowing swaths.

Only use a sharp blade that is in good condition. This will prevent the grass blades from fraying and the lawn from turning yellow.

Try to mow in straight lines for a nice, clean look. The swaths should overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to avoid stripes.

How frequently you should mow your lawn is determined primarily by the speed at which the grass grows. In the main growing season (May

- June) you will probably need to mow the lawn twice a week, otherwise just once a week. The cutting height should be between 4 - 6cm and the amount of growth before mowing again should be 4 - 5cm. If the grass is allowed to grow somewhat longer for whatever reason, do not make the mistake of cutting it back to the normal height in one go. This will harm the lawn. Never cut it back by more than half the height in one go.

Keep the underside of the mower housing clean and remove grass build-up. Deposits not only make it more difficult to start the mower; they decrease the quality of the cut and make it harder for the equipment to bag the grass.

Always mow along inclines (not up and down). You can prevent the lawn mower from slipping down by holding a position at an angle upwards.

Select the cutting height according to the length of the grass. Make several passes so that no more than 4cm of grass are cut at one time.

Switch off the motor before doing any checks on the blade. Keep in mind that the blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the motor has been switched off. Never attempt to manually stop the blade. Regularly check to see if the blade is securely attached, is in good condition and is sharp. If the contrary is the case, sharpen the blade or replace it. In the event that the blade strikes an object, immediately switch off the lawn mower and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. Then inspect the condition of the blade and the blade mount. Replace any parts that are damaged.

As soon as grass clippings start to trail the lawn mower, it is time to empty the grass basket. Important! Before taking off the grass basket, switch off the motor and wait until the blade has come to a stop.

To take off the grass basket, use one hand to lift up the chute fl ap and the other to grab onto the basket handle. Remove the basket. For safety reasons, the chute fl ap automatically falls down after removing the grass basket and closes off the rear chute opening. If any grass remains in the opening, it will be easier to restart the engine if you pull the mower back approximately 1m.

Do not use your hands or feet to remove clippings in or on the mower housing, but instead use suitable tools such as a brush or a hand broom.

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In order to ensure that the majority of grass clippings are picked up, the inside of both the grass basket and especially the net must be cleaned after each use.

Reattach the grass basket only when the motor is switched off and the blade has stopped.

Lift up the chute flap with one hand and, holding the grass basket by its handle with the other hand, hang in the basket from the top.

7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Danger!

Pull the safety plug before carrying out any cleaning work (Fig. 12/Item 15).

7.1 Cleaning

• 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 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.

7.2 Carbon brushes

In case of excessive sparking, have the carbon brushes checked only by a qualified electrician.

Danger! The carbon brushes should not be replaced by anyone but a qualified electrician.

7.3 Maintenance

• Worn out or damaged blades, blade mounts, and bolts should be replaced as a set by an authorized professional in order to keep the equipment in balance.

• Do not clean the lawn mower with running water, particularly with high-pressure water. Ensure that all mounting components (i.e. screws, bolts, nuts etc.) are always tightened so that the equipment can be safely operated at all times.

• Frequently check the grass catch assembly for signs of wear.

• Replace excessively worn or damaged parts immediately.
  • Store your lawn mower in a dry room.
• In order to ensure that you enjoy the equipment for many years to come, all screwed parts, as well as the wheels and axles, should be cleaned and lubricated.
• Keeping your lawn mower in good condition not only ensures a long lifespan and high performance, but also enables the equipment to thoroughly cut your grass with minimal effort. For best results, clean the lawn mower with a brush or rag. Do not use any solvents or water to remove dirt.
• The blade is subjected to more wear and tear than any other component. Therefore, routinely check the condition of the blade and make sure that it is tightly fastened. If the blade is completely worn out, it must be immediately replaced or ground sharp again. An excessively vibrating mower means that the blade is not properly balanced or has become deformed from striking an object. In this case, the blade must be repaired or replaced.
• There are no parts inside the equipment which require additional maintenance.

7.4 Replacing the blade

For safety reasons, we recommend having the blade replaced by an authorized professional. Important! Wear work gloves! Only replace the blade with a genuine Einhell replacement blade, as this will ensure top performance and safety under all conditions.

Carry out the following steps to change the blade:

1. Undo the fastening screw (see Fig. 14).
2. Remove the blade and replace with a new one.
3. When fi tting the blade, make sure it is installed in the right direction. The blade's air vanes must project into the motor compartment (see Fig. 14). The dome mounts must be aligned with the punch holes in the blade.
4. Then retighten the fastening screw with the universal wrench. The tightening torque should be approx. 25 Nm.

At the end of the season, perform a general inspection of the lawn mower and remove any grass and dirt which may have accumulated. At the start of each season, ensure that you check the condition of the blade. If repairs are necessary, please

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contact our customer service center. Use only genuine spare parts.

7.5 Ordering replacement parts:

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

• Type of machine
• 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

Spare blade art. no.: 90.600.46

8. Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent 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 offices.

9. Storage

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.

10. Troubleshooting

Fault	Possible causes Remedies
The motor fails to start	a) The capacitor is defectiveb) The connectors have become separated from the motor or the capacitorc) The mower is standing in high grassd) The mower housing is cloggede) Safety switch is not insertedf) Battery is not correctly inserted	a) The mower housing is clogged. Have repaired by the Customer Service Centerb) Have repaired by the Customer Service Centerc) Start in low grass or on an area that has already been mowed; change the cutting height if necessaryd) Clean the housing so that the blade moves freelye) Insert safety switch (see 6.)f) Remove the battery and reinsert (see 5.)
The motor performance drops	a) The grass is too high or too dampb) The mower housing is cloggedc) The blade is severely wornd) Battery performance decreasing	a) Correct the cutting height, change the electronics settingb) Clean the housingc) Replace the bladed) Check the battery performance and charge the battery if necessary (see 5.)
Cutting is irregular	a) The blade is wornb) Wrong cutting height	a) Replace or resharpen the bladeb) Correct the cutting height

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

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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 accessories 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

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Service information

We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certificate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certificate. These partners will help you with all service requests 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* Carbon brushes, Battery
Consumables* Blade
Missing parts

* Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery!

In the effect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.isc-gmbh.info. Please 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?
• What malfunction does the equipment have in your opinion (main symptom)?
Describe this malfunction.

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Warranty certifi cate

Dear Customer,

All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card or the sales outlet from where you bought the device. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made:

1. These guarantee terms apply to consumers only, i.e. natural persons intending to use this product neither for their commercial activities nor for any other self-employed activities. These warranty terms regulate additional warranty services, which the manufacturer mentioned below promises to buyers of its new products in addition to their statutory rights of guarantee. Your statutory guarantee claims are not affected by this guarantee. Our guarantee is free of charge to you.
2. The warranty services cover only defects due to material or manufacturing faults on a product which you have bought from the manufacturer mentioned below and are limited to either the rectification of said defects on the product or the replacement of the product, whichever we prefer. Please note that our devices are not designed for use in commercial, trade or professional applications. A guarantee contract will not be created if the device has been used by commercial, trade or industrial business or has been exposed to similar stresses during the guarantee period.

3. The following are not covered by our guarantee:

4. Damage to the device caused by a failure to follow the assembly instructions or due to incorrect installation, a failure to follow the operating instructions (for example connecting it to an incorrect mains voltage or current type) or a failure to follow the maintenance and safety instructions or by exposing the device to abnormal environmental conditions or by lack of care and maintenance.

5. Damage to the device caused by abuse or incorrect use (for example overloading the device or the use or unapproved tools or accessories), ingress of foreign bodies into the device (such as sand, stones or dust, transport damage), the use of force or damage caused by external forces (for example by dropping it).

6. Damage to the device or parts of the device caused by normal or natural wear or tear or by normal use of the device.

7. The guarantee is valid for a period of 60 months starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This also applies if an on-site service is used.

8. To make a claim under the guarantee, please register the defective device at: www.isc-gmbh.info. Please keep your bill of purchase or other proof of purchase for the new device. Devices that are returned without proof of purchase or without a rating plate shall not be covered by the guarantee, because appropriate identification will not be possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, then the item in question will either be repaired immediately and returned to you or we will send you a new replacement.

Also refer to the restrictions of this warranty concerning wear parts, consumables and missing parts as set out in the service information in these operating instructions.

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Sommaire

Svetle sve 4 LE-diode:

X 2000/14/EC\_2005/88/EC

□2012/46/EU

Standard references: EN 60335-1:2012+A11; EN 60335-2-77:2010; EN 62233:2008;

EN 60335-2-29:2004+A2; EN 55014-1:2006+A1+A2; EN 55014-2:2015;

EN 61000-3-2:2014; EN 61000-3-3:2013

Subject to change without notice

Archive-File/Record: NAPR012997

Documents registrar: Josef Landauer

Wiesenweg 22, D-94405 Landau/Isar

EH 04/2017 (02)