Extension cables are available from your local approved
service centre. Only use extension cables specifically
designed for outdoor use.
Use only 1.00 mm² size cable up to 40 metres length
maximum.
Minimum rating: 1.00 mm² size cable.
1 General
This annex presents safe operating practices for hand-
held mains-operated electrical garden vacuums, and
garden blower / vacuums with or without shredding
means and garden blowers.
These practices are not all inclusive. The substance
of these requirements should be provided with each
machine as appropriate and tailored to the specific
type of machine. It should also include information con-
cerning noise and vibration levels and any necessary
warnings, together with the following:
IMPORTANT!
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
2 Safe operating practices for hand-held mains-
operated electrical garden vacuums, and garden
blower / vacuums with or without shredding
means and garden blowers.
2.1 Training
a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the machine.
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
c) Keep in mind, that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
2.2 Preparation
a) Obtain ear protection and safety glasses. Wear them
at all times while operating the machine.
b) While operating the machine always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties.
c) Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be
drawn into the air inlet. Keep long hair away from the
air inlets.
d) Operate the machine in a recommended position and
only on a firm, level surface.
e) Do not operate the machine on a paved or gravel sur-
face where ejected material could cause injury.
f) Before using, always visually inspect to see, that the
shredding means, shredding means bolts and
other fasteners are secure, the housing is undamaged
and that guards and screens are in place. Replace
worn or damaged components in sets to preserve
balance. Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
g) Before use, check the supply and extension cord for
signs of damage or aging. If the cord becomes dam-
aged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY. Do not use the
machine if the cord is damaged or worn.
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h) Never operate the machine while people, especially
2.3 Operation
a) Before starting the machine, make certain that the
b) Keep your face and body away from the feed intake
c) Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or
d) Keep proper balance and footing at all times. Do not
e) Always stand clear of the discharge zone when oper-
f) When feeding material into the machine be extremely
g) If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign objects or
h) Do not allow processed material to build up in the dis-
i) If the machine becomes clogged, shut-off the power
j) Never operate the machine with defective guards or
k) Keep the power source clean of debris and other
l) Do not transport this machine while the power source
m) Stop the machine, and remove plug from the socket.
n) Do not tilt the machine while the power source is
2.4 Maintenance and storage
a) When the machine is stopped for servicing, inspec-
children, or pets are nearby.
feeding chamber is empty.
opening.
clothing inside the feeding chamber, discharge chute,
or near any moving part.
overreach. Never stand at a higher level than the base
of the machine when feeding material into it.
ating this machine.
careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or
other foreign objects are not included.
if the machine should start making any unusual noise
or vibration, immediately shut off the power source
and allow the machine to stop. Disconnect the
machine from the supply and take the following steps
before restarting and operating the machine:
• inspect for damage;
• replace or repair any damaged parts;
• check for and tighten any loose parts.
charge zone; this may prevent proper discharge and
can result in kickback of material through the intake
opening.
source and disconnect the machine from supply
before cleaning debris.
shields, or without safety devices, for example debris
collector in place.
accumulations to prevent damage to the power
source or possible fire.
is running.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a com-
plete stop
– whenever you leave the machine,
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine.
running.
tion, or storage, or to change an accessory, shut off
the power source, disconnect the machine from the
supply and make sure that all moving parts are come
to a complete stop. Allow the machine to cool before
making any inspections, adjustments, etc. Maintain
the machine with care and keep it clean.