Global Machinery Company ST1800 User's Manual
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1. e Never direct the blower tube towards bystanders or pets Never blow debns in the direction of bystanders or pets e Do not handle the plug or the tool with wet hands and do not use the tool in the rain e Fnsure that the extension lead is secured in a manner that prevents it form disconnecting from the plug whilst in use e Keep all the air intakes and the blower tube free of dust lint hair and other matenal that may cause a reduction in air flow e Keep a balanced and stable stance while using the tool e Do not switch on the tool in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces or in the presence of inflammable and or explosive substances such as liquids gasses and powders e Only operate the tool during broad daylight or with adequate artificial light e When the tool is not in use store it in a dry place and out of reach of children e After use disconnect the tool from the power supply and check for damage If you have the slightest doubts contact an authonsed service centre e Only use the tool according to the instructions given in this manual e Check regularly that the screws are tight e Use only spare parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer e Do not try to repair the tool or access internal parts Contact authonsed service centres only e Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what you are doing Use common sense Never operate the tool when you are tired sick or under the influence2. 3 Connect the last strap 3 onto the hook on the underside of the blower vac housing c To remove the collection bag disconnect the attachments in the reverse order When removing the fitting on the outlet first depress the two buttons as indicated and then pull downwards on the fitting Finally remove the strap from the hook under the blow vac tube Fitting the auxiliary handle For full control of the blower vac during use the auxiliary handle should always be fitted and adjusted to the most suitable position for the operator 1 To fit the handle to the housing fully unscrew and remove the adjusting knob and bolt from the auxiliary handle 2 Slide the auxiliary handle over the housing as per the attached diagram ensuring the handle is onentated so as the serrated or pattern surface aligns with the same pattern surface on the housing 3 Fit the auxiliary locking knob and bolt through the handle and housing from the left hand side of the blower vac same side as the blower vacuum selector and tighten in a clockwise direction 4 To adjust the angle of the handle loosen the auxiliary locking knob rotate in an anti clockwise direction and move the handle to the preferred position and then tighten the knob firmly Shoulder strap Your ST1800 blower vac is supplied with a shoulder strap to assist with user comfort during use The strap assembly can be fitted or removed from the top of the housing via the met
3. offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the nght to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse accidents alterations or commercial or business use It also does not cover any bonus accessones unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty If you need direction of what constitutes a free of charge warranty claim please review the guide given on the rear of the Receipt Holder An indication is given as to the types of claim that are permissible and those that are not Dear Customer If you require any help with your product whether it is a Warranty claim spare part or user information please phone our Help Line for an immediate response Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet supenor performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it
4. will give you many years of dependable service Caution Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings Your GMC power tool has many features that will make your job faster and easier Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the development of this tool making it easy to maintain and operate Environmental protection Recycle unwanted materials instead of Qa disposing of them as waste All tools hoses a and packaging should be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way Description of symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use Wear heanng protection Wear eye protection Wear breathing protection oO Double insulated for additional protection Conforms to relevant standards for N3so electromagnetic compatibility Specifications Voltage 230 240 Vac 50Hz Input power 1800W Speed 15000 RPM Maximum Air Speed 240 km h Collection Bag Capacity 35 Litre Mulching Ratio 10 1 Insulation Double insulated Weight 5kg Safety instructions The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be considered a case of misuse The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for an
5. INSTRUCTION MANUAL GLOBAL MACHINERY COMPANY e Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai e Taipei New York Verona London Paris 050903 PR EDDI Contents Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications Safety instructions Additional safety rules for blower vacs Know your product Unpacking Preparation of the blower vac prior to use Fitting the blow vac tube to the housing Removing the blow vac tube To fit the collection bag Fitting the auxiliary handle Shoulder strap Fitting the chute wheel assembly Operation of the blower vac Extension cord support To select the blow operation To select the vacuum operation Important notes when using the blower vacuum selector lever To empty the collection bag Tips for using your blower vac Maintenance and storage information Replacement of the electrical supply cord 00 Co Co Co Co Co N lv amp lv Go me ka ha SS So Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool occasionally due to the mass manufacturing techniques a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department This product is warranted for a 2 year period for home domestic use from the date of the onginal purchase If found to be defective in matenals or workmanship the tool or the
6. al buckle on the end of the strap To open the buckle remove the small retaining screw and washer which retains the buckle pin in position After removing the small screw amp washer remove the larger pin from the buckle If the buckle was on the hosing by removing the pin the buckle will be free of the housing 2 If you are fitting the buckle to the housing slide the pin through the one side of the buckle and then through the housing On the other side of the housing allow the pin to again pass through the hole in the buckle Fit the small washer on to the retaining screw and fit the screw into the end of the pin and tighten firmly 3 To adjust the length of the shoulder strap slide the plastic adjusting buckle up or down the strap A quick release is also fitted to the strap which allows the strap to be opened but does not allow the strap to be removed from the blower vac BRA Fitting the chute wheel assembly The chute wheel assembly can be easily fitted or removed from the end of the underside of the blow vac tube 1 Loosen the clamp screw 2 3 full turns it is not necessary to remove the clamp screw completely 2 Slide the chute wheel assembly onto the mounting section at the end of the blow vac tube 3 Position the chute wheel assembly to the desired location and then tighten the clamp screw 4 To adjust the position of the chute wheel assembly loosen the clamp screw 2 3 turns and reposition the ch
7. awn up through the large blow vac tube and then expelled at a much higher velocity in the lower cavity below the blow vac tube Ensure when the blow operation is selected the blower vac is pointed directed and used in a safe manner Do not direct the air flow from this blower vac directly or indirectly towards another person To select the vacuum operation 1 Push the selector lever forward When the vacuum operation is selected air and debris is drawn up through the large vac tube and forced through the mulching impellor The debris is mulched and then blown down into the collection bag Important Always ensure the collection bag is correctly attached as per the Fitting the collection bag section in this manual Always be aware of what is being drawn up into the blow vac tube This product is only designed for garden debris like leaves twigs and garden cuttings Important notes when using the blower vacuum selector lever Do not force the lever The lever should move with very little resistance If the lever is difficult to move disconnect the power supply remove the collection bag and ensure debris dirt or mud has not jammed the lever inside the large round outlet When selecting either of the operations ensure the selector lever is fully in one position or the other not half way To empty the collection bag The collection bag is attached to the blower vac in 3 places It is not necessary to remo
8. e letter O will be displayed towards the front of the switch Important After you have turned the blower vac off do not leave the product until the blower vac has been fully disconnected from the electncal supply Extension cord support During use of the blower vac the extension cord will continually be pulled as you move from one area to another An extension cord support has been provided on the housing of the blower vac to assist in preventing the electncal connection between the extension cord and blower vac plug being forced apart Note The support is for the extension cord and not the cable from the blower vac 1 To fit the extension cord to the support make a tight loop in the extension cord approximately 300mm from the socket on the extension cord 2 Fit the loop into the square recess in the back portion of the blower vac on the nght hand side 3 Push the loop all the way through the housing by approximately 25mm 4 Push each side of the loop downwards so each side of the loop fits into the round cut away section 5 To seat the cable firmly gently pull one of the two lengths of extension cable on the nght hand side of the blower vac 6 After and only after the cable is correctly seated plug the blower vac plug into the socket of the extension cable To select the blow operation 1 Move the selector lever towards the back of the housing When the blow operation is selected air is dr
9. eplace them if damaged Keep tool handles dry clean and free from oil and grease 12 Disconnect idle tools Switch off before servicing when changing accessones and when the tool is not in use 13 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before switching on 14 Avoid unintentional starting Always check that the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the 240V power supply Do not carry a tool with the mains power connected with your finger on the switch 15 Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate a power tool when you are tired 16 Check for damaged parts Before using a tool check that there are no damaged parts If a part is slightly damaged carefully determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts proper mounting and any other conditions that may affect the operation of the tool A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authonsed service facility unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual Defective switches must be replaced by an authorised service facility Do not use a tool if the switch does not turn the tool on and off correctly 17 Guard against electric shock Prevent body contact with grounded objects such as water pipes radiators cookers and refngerator enclo
10. nd the fitting of the collection bag This section also covers the fitting and removal of the shoulder strap and adjustment of the auxilary handle fae the blow vac tube to the housing 1 To fit the blow vac tube into the housing first move the upper and lower retaining clips away from the entry point of the housing 2 Fit the tube into the entry of the housing with the large round tube section upper most in the housing 3 Push the tube fully into the housing 4 Move the upper retaining clip down on to the tube and push the rubber section over the raised section of the tube Repeat the same for the lower retaining clip 5 The blow vac tube is now securely in place Removing the blow vac tube 1 Grasp the rubber tab on the upper and lower retaining clip and pull away from the tube This releases the retaining clips 2 Slide the tube outwards from the housing using a slight wobble type action Note The blower vac will not operate if the blow vac tube is not correctly fitted This is a safety feature to prevent accidental contact with the impellor To fit the collection bag Prior to fitting the collection bag the blow vac tube must be fitted to the housing 1 Attach the strap 1 to the hook underneath the blow vac tube a 2 Attach the push on plastic connector 2 to the outlet tube of the housing b Push the fitting of the collection bag directly onto the outlet until it clicks into position
11. nuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the nght to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country 7 DAYS A WEEK 7AM 7 PM esr The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to 7pm 7 days a week EST This allows you to contact GMC directly with any queries and technical questions you have regarding our products Save this Manual for future reference
12. of alcohol or other drugs e Do not operate this appliance with long loose hair or loose fitting jewellery Tie long loose hair back and remove loose fitting jewellery e Do not allow the blower vac to pick up any burning or smoldering materials like ashes cigarette butts etc e Do not attempt to pick up breakable objects like glass plastics china etc e Do not use in vaccum operation without the collection bag fitted e Do not use the blower vac in either the vaccum or the blow position on gravel surfaces Know your product On off switch Blower vacuum selector lever Rubber grip handle Auxiliary handle Collection bag Cord support Auxiliary handle adjusting knob Tube retaining clip upper Tube retaining clip Lower 10 Shoulder strap attachment location 11 Chute wheel 12 Housing 13 Shoulder strap not shown 14 Blow vac tube On A WwW DH BW pN 10 12 Unpacking Due to modern mass production techniques it is unlikely that your power tool is faulty or that a part is missing If you find anything wrong do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury Preparation of the blower vac prior to use The ST1800 blower vac requires some assembly prior to use for the first time This includes the fitting of the blow vac tube to the housing fitting the chute wheel assembly a
13. ons should be kept well away from where you are working Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the tool or extension cord 4 Store tools safely When not in use tools should be locked up out of reach 5 Do not force the tool The tool will do the job better and safer working at the rate for which it was designed Use the correct tool for the job Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a heavier duty tool Never use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended m Dress correctly Do not wear loose clothing or Jewellery They can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and non slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors If you have long hair wear a protective hair covering 8 Use safety accessories Safety glasses and earmuffs should always be worn A face or dust mask is also required if the operation creates dust 9 Do not abuse the power cord Never pull the cord to disconnect the blower vac from the power point or extension cable Keep the cord away from heat oil and sharp edges 10 Do not overreach Keep your footing secure and balanced at all times 11 Look after your tools Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow the instructions regarding lubrication and accessory changes Inspect tool cords penodically and if damaged have them repaired by an authorised service facility Inspect extension cords penodically and r
14. sures 18 Use only approved parts When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use an authonsed service facility to fit replacement parts 19 Warning The use of any accessory or attachment other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a nsk of personal injury 20 Have your tool repaired by a qualified person This electnc tool is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements Repair should only be carned out by qualified persons using onginal spare parts otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user Additional safety rules for blower vacs e Always wear adequate protective clothing when operating the tool to avoid injunes to face eyes hands feet head or hearing Use safety glasses or a face shield high boots or sturdy shoes long trousers work gloves a hard hat and ear defenders e Do not start the tool when it is upside down or when it is not in the operating position e Switch the motor off and remove the plug when the tool is not being used left unattended being cleaned being moved from one place to another or when the extension cord is entangled or damaged e Use only outdoor rated extension leads that are so marked Keep the extension cord away from heat oil and sharp edges e Do not operate the tool near people especially children or pets Turn it off if they get too close Maintain a safe distance of at least 5m from other people when using the tool
15. using the blower vac always check to make sure the product is clean and free of dirt and debris This is important around the selector lever flap which is just inside the round outlet To check this area remove the collection bag and ensure this area inside the outlet tube is free of debns and dirt Operate the selector lever backwards and forwards to ensure correct operation Do not hose or submerge any part of the blower vac Do not use solvents to clean the blower vac Store the blower vac in a dry place and out of reach of children Replacement of the electrical supply cord If the supply cord of this product is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual before using this product Before returning this product for a Warranty Claim or any other reason Please Call 1300 880 001 Australia or 0800 445 721 New Zealand When you make your call please have the following information at hand e GMC Product Type GMC Product Code A GMC Service Engineer will take your call and in most cases will be able to solve your problem over the phone You are welcome to use this phone in service to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product GMC GLOBAL MACHINERY COMPANY 16 Scammel Street Campbellfield Victona Australia 3061 Tel 03 9303 2133 Fax 03 9308 7822 With conti
16. ute wheel assembly by sliding it backwards or forwards 5 Retighten the clamp screw when the chute wheel assembly is repositioned Operation of the blower vac Prior to using the blower vac ensure you have read and understood this instruction manual Ensure you are weaning suitable clothing and also safety equipment like safety glasses ear protection and a mask if necessary Ensure the attachments to the blower vac are correctly fitted and adjusted Be aware of other people and animals in the area where you are to be operating the blower vac To turn the blower vac on 1 Check the on off switch is in the off position This is where the slide switch is in the back position and the letter O is displayed towards the front of the slide switch 2 Plug the power cord into an approved electrical extension cord and turn the extension cord on 3 Ensuring the blower vac is directed in a safe direction push the on off switch forward and the blower vac will start The letter T will be displayed on the rear section of the slide switch when the switch is in the on position Be sure to be holding the blower vac firmly on start up While in the on position the blower vac will continue to operate without the need to hold the switch in the on position To turn the blower vac off To turn the blower vac off slide the on off switch backward and this will turn the blower vac off In the off position th
17. ve the collection bag from the blower vac when the bag needs to be emptied The rear of the bag is fitted with a full length zip Simply open the zip and empty the contents Ensure to close the zip pnor to operating the blower vac Tips for using your blower vac The following points may assist you in the operation of the blower vac e Always try and vacuum dry leaves cuttings or general garden debnis e Wet matenal is difficult to mulch and also can cause the blower vac to clog e If the leaves etc are damp then use the blower vac in blow selection to pile the leaves etc into one area vac and mulch the leaves when dry e Avoid using the vac on areas where there are stones or other hard objects These objects will damage the impellor of the blower vac e It is also advisable not to allow the blower vac to pick up soil Soil generally contains moisture and when combined with other garden debns can clog the blower vac e The blower vac is not a garbage disposal unit Do not attempt to mulch any matenal than general garden debnis e For better performance and comfort it is recommended the collection bag is emptied when it becomes approximately half full This reduces the weight and also allows the vac operation to perform at its highest level Maintenance and storage information Prior to cleaning or any maintenance always ensure the power plug has been removed from the electncal power supply When you have finished
18. y damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse To use this tool properly you must observe the safety regulations the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards Children and infirm people must not use this tool Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety The manufacturer shall not be lable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes Warning When using power tools basic safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the nsk of fire electric shock and personal injury Also please read and heed the advice given in the additional important safety instructions 1 Keep the work area clean and tidy Cluttered work areas and benches invite accidents and injury 2 Consider the environment in which you are working Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations Keep the work area well lit Do not expose power tools to rain Do not use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases 3 Keep visitors away from the work area All visitors and onlookers especially children and infirm pers
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