3.
General Guidelines
Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.
Keep this device away from dust and extreme temperatures.
Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating the device.
Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.
All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications to
the device is not covered by the warranty.
Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the
warranty.
Unplug the device immediately if the cable has been damaged.
Never block the air intake of the device.
Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the
dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
This device is not intended for professional use.
This device serves exclusively to eliminate sprawl between paving stones, on paved areas, from masonry,
in flower beds and lawns during the growth period.
You can also use the device for lighting charcoal barbecues outdoors. Observe the operating instructions
and regulations of the grill manufacturer.
4.
Overview
Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.
A
handle
B
power cord
C
on-off button
D
air intake
5.
Operation
Plug the device to the mains outlet.
Switch the device on with the on / off button.
Notes
Dry woods, leaves, pine needles and dry grasses may catch fire. Watch the treated plants for some time
after treatment.
The best time to treat sprawl is in the spring. The results are not visible immediately.
Older plants with hard leaves, such as thistles, dry earliest after repeated treatment at intervals of one to
two weeks. Some types of grasses are extremely robust and require a longer exposure to heat.
The weed needs only be heated. Burning is not necessary. The cells of the leaves dry out in this way and
the weed dies.
Certain weed species require repeated treatment.
6.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The mains plug must be disconnected:
When faults occurring during operation
o
Before performing any cleaning
o
After every use
o
Let the device cool down before storage.
If necessary, wipe the device with a dry, lint-free cloth or a brush.
Do not immerse the device in any liquid.
If the device falls into water, unplug it immediately. Never reach into the water when the unit is still
connected.
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VL101
E
housing with heating element and fan
F
heater
G
heat shield
H
nozzle
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