Proper Use; Safety Information - Gardol GLS250 Manual De Instrucciones

Anleitung GLS 250_SPK7:_
1.0 Layout (Fig. 1+1a)
1. Front suction tube
2. Rear suction tube
3. Locking screw
4. Carrying strap
5. ON/OFF switch
6. Power cord
7. Debris bag
8. Selector switch for vacuum/blower
9. Guide rollers
10. Speed controller
11. Plug-on rake

2.0 Proper use

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The garden blower vac is designed to handle
only foliage and garden refuse such as grass
and small branches. Any other use is prohibited.
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This tool is only intended for use around the
home and should only be operated within its
design limitations. Tools of this category which
are designed for home and garden use should
only be operated in such settings. Tools of this
category are not suitable for use in public
facilities, parks and sports centers, on farms or
in the forestry sector.
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.
3.0 Important information
Please read the directions for use carefully and
observe the information provided. It is important to
consult these instructions in order to acquaint
yourself with the tool, its proper use and safety
precautions.
Please observe the general maximum operating
times as well as local regulations for tool operation.
Keep these instructions in a safe place.

Safety information

This equipment is not designed to be used by people
(including children) with limited physical, sensory or
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mental capacities or those with no experience and/or
knowledge unless they are supervised by a person
who is responsible for their safety or they have
received instructions from such a person in how to
use the equipment safely. Children must always be
supervised in order to ensure that they do not play
with the equipment.
General instructions
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Read the complete operating manual with due
care. Acquaint yourself with the controls and
how to use the tool.
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Never allow children to use the tool.
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Never allow other persons who are not familiar
with the operating instructions to use the tool.
Contact your local government offices for
information regarding minimum age
requirements for operating the tool.
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Never use the tool when there are people –
particularly children – or pets nearby.
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The user is responsible for any accidents or
hazards suffered by third parties or their
property.
Preparation
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Always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers
when using the tool.
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Never wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry. They
may get drawn into the suction opening. Rubber
gloves and non-slip shoes are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear a hair net if you
have long hair.
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Wear safety goggles while you work.
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Use a dust mask when working on dusty jobs
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Always check the tool, the power cable and the
extension cable before using the tool. Only
operate the tool when it is in good working order
and is not damaged in any way. Damaged parts
have to be replaced immediately by a qualified
electrician.
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Never use the tool if any of its safety devices or
guards are damaged or if any safety
attachments such as deflectors and/or grass
catching devices are missing.
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When working outdoors, use only extension
cables which are approved for outdoor use.
Extension cables must have a minimum cross-
section of 1.5 mm 2 . Plug connections must have
earthing contacts and be protected from rain-
water.
Operation
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Always trail the power cable behind the tool.
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If the power cable or extension cable is
damaged, pull the plug out of the socket.
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