Gude GKM 100.1 Sweeping Machine Instruction Manual

Gude GKM 100.1 Sweeping Machine

Please read the instructions carefully before starting the machine.

DELIVERED ITEMS

Assembly

Oil level inspection

Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add engine oil if necessary. Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add engine oil if necessary.

To ensure quality, every piece of equipment is subject to a test operation and filled with motor oil. Oil is drained before transport; however, there can be some motor oil remains on the dip stick. Please check carefully the oil level and add motor oil again.

Oil change

Fuel tank filling

Air filter

Paper filter to be cleaned with compressed air only! Never use water!

Starting-up the machine

Operation

Cleaning / Maintenance

Spark plug

Technical Data

Noise and Vibration Information
Sound pressure level LpA| 84,4 dB(A)
Measured sound power level LWA| 92,86 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level LWA| 101 dB(A)
Measured according to 2000/14/EG; Uncertainty K = 3 dB (A)
Wear ear protectors!

Read and understand the operating instructions before using the appliance. Familiarise with the control elements and how to use the appliance properly. Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service manual. Act responsibly toward third parties.
The operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties.
Persons over 18 years of age can only work on the appliance. An exception includes youngsters trained in order to reach knowledge under supervision
of the trainer during occupational education.
In case of any doubts about connection and operati-on refer please to our customer center

**Specified Conditions Of Use

**

The sweeper is designed for normal use in plant maintenance as well as for winter service.Use the appliance only outside, never use it in confined and bad ventilated areas.
The sweeper is not suitable for sweeping combustib-le, explosive, toxic or other hazardous substances or materials.Not observing general regulations in force and instructions from this manual does not make the manufacturer liable for damages.

Residual risks

• Risk of poisoning!
  Exhaust gases, fuel and lubricants are toxic.Inhaling exhaust gases may be fatal!Do not operate the en-gine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

• Danger of burns !
  Some parts of the appliance get too hot when the appliance is operated. Do not touch any hot parts, e.g. engine and muffler.
  Contacting hot parts of the unit may cause burns. Let the unit cool down after its operation is over.

• Risk of explosion
  Petrol and petrol vapours are highly flammable, explosive.
  Do not work with the unit in an environment with a risk of explosion where there are flammable liquids, gases or dust.
  Refuel the engine only when switched off.
  Do not store any fuel near the unit. Never keep the unit with petrol in the tank inside a building where petrol vapors could get in contact with open fire or sparks.

• Risk of fire!
  Never operate the unit near highly flammable materials.
  Fuel is highly flammable.
  Keep the fuel in suitable containers only.
  The appliance may only be refueled outdoors and not near open fire or burning cigarettes.
  Refuel before starting the appliance. If the engine is running or still hot, it must not be refueled or the tank cover opened.
  After use, let the unit cool down for at least 10 minutes before refueling.
  Make sure the fuel does not overflow. If the fuel overflows, the engine must not be started. Remove any dirt from the appliance and prevent any attempt at ignition until fuel fumes have evaporated.
  Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
  Fuel tank to be emptied outdoors only.

• Hearing damage
  A longer stay in the immediate vicinity of the running unit may cause hearing damage. Wear ear protectors!

Emergency procedure

Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly as possible. Protect the injured person from further harm and calm them down. If you seek help, state the following pieces of information:

1. Accident site,
2. Accident type,
3. Number of injured persons,
4. Injury type(s)

Safety Instructions

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.  Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Keep children and other persons including animals in a safe distance when using the appliance. Minimum safe distance is 5 m.
Being careful prevents slipping or falling, especially when reversing.
Check the ground on which the appliance is going to be used and remove any items that might be caught or thrown off by the appliance.
Wear personal protective equipment.
Wear suitable protective clothing such as sturdy shoes with non-slip sole, robust long trousers, gloves, safety glasses and hearing protection!
Do not adjust the appliance when the engine is running (except for settings directly recommended by the manufacturer).
Snow should be removed only after adjusting the snow blower to the outdoor temperature when there are extreme temperature differences. Immediate snow re- moving could lead to premature wear of the drive shaft and other extensions such as the rubber flap.
There is a risk of items being thrown off at eyes when working with power appliances.
Protective glasses or a shield should always be used when operating, adjusting or repairing the appliance.
Do not put your hands and legs near the rotating parts. Keep a safe distance from the eject hole.
Be extremely careful when running over or removing snow off brash entrances, footpaths and paths. Be prepared for unexpected risks or moving vehicles.
When you hit a foreign item, switch the engine off, disconnect the cable from the spark plug and check thoroughly the snow blower for any damage and remove it if necessary – the snow blower can be put into operation again and worked with now.
Ensure that the container or the snow shield is secure when changing / lifting / emptying the machine. Secure the attachments against rolling away.
Never use the appliance inside rooms; to be used outdoors only.
Always work crosswise to the slope with the machine. Max. At an angle of 30 °. Be particularly careful when changing the direction of travel on the slope, turning the machine or pulling it towards you.
Do not overload the appliance; do not try to remove snow too quickly.
Never use the appliance at a high travelling speed on a slippery surface. Be careful when reversing.
The unit may only be operated in the operating position (flat surface) as fuel or oil may leak or lubrication will no longer be provided.
No change can be made in respect of engine and unit setting.
The snow blower must only be used when appropriate visibility or good lighting is provided. Stand fast on the ground and hold the handle tight by hands at all times. Walk, never run.
Do not allow anybody to stand on the appliance.
Switch the engine off and unplug it if you are not working with the appliance or when leaving the appliance or adjusting, maintaining or repairing it.
The protective equipment on the appliance is strictly prohibited to be disassembled, changed, used in conflict with the designation and it is prohibited to attach any protective equipment of other manufacturers.
Do not lift or carry a machine with the engine running.
The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts.
In order to avoid unbalance, worn or damaged parts and mounting bolts may only be exchanged as a set.
Turn the unit immediately off in the following cases:

• When the engine is running restlessly or unstably
• Sparking
• When there is smoke or fire
• Abnormal vibrations or noise
• When the engine seems to be overloaded or is about to fail

Do not store the appliance in enclosed places just after being switched off but let it cool down outdoors instead.
Keep in mind that the operator or the user is responsible for accidents with other persons or damage to their property.

Symbols

•   Read the Operating Instructions

• Wear eye protective goggles ! Wear ear protectors!

• Wear safety cut through resistant shoes with safety sole and steel toe !

• Slow

• Quickly

• Strong

• Warning/caution

• Caution – hot surface! Danger of burns !

• Warning against dangerous electric voltage

• Keep distance of persons  Observe to keep out of dangerous zone

• Risk from the rotating tool: Never put parts of your body and clothes near rotating parts.

• Warning against thrown-off items

•  Risk of poisoning!

• Do not touch the rotating tool.

• Use the appliance only outside, never use it in confined and bad ventilated areas.

• Do not press too much

• Prohibited smoking and open fire using.

• Protect against humidity Never expose tool to rain.

• Risk from the rotating tool: Never put parts of your body and clothes near rotating parts.

•  Warning against thrown-off items Keep distance of persons Observe to keep out of dangerous zone

• Risk of explosion Do not add fuel while the engine is running. Gasoline is flammable and can explode. Prohibited smoking and open fire using.

• Warning against toxic fumes! Use the appliance only outside, never use it in confined and bad ventilated areas.

• Caution – hot surface!
  Danger of burns ! Switch the engine off and remove the socket plug before any work on the engine.

• Adjust the handle height

• Traction drive clutch

• Brush coupling

•    Motor speed high / low Choke

• Rotation speed of the brush

• Height adjustment of the brush

• CE marking

• Any damaged or disposed electric or electronic devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres.
  Make sure the oil products do not enter the soil.

Maintenance

Switch the engine off and remove the socket plug before any work on the engine. Wait until the unit has cooled down.
The appliance should only be used when in a perfect state. Carry out a visual inspection before switching the appliance on. Check especially the safety equipment, electrical control elements, power lines and screw couplings for any damage and if they are tightened appropriately. Replace any damaged parts before the appliance is put into operation if necessary.
Use only original accessories and original spare parts.
Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance can serve as a satisfactory aid. Insufficient maintenance and care can lead to unforeseen accidents and injuries.

Disposal

Any damaged or disposed electric or electronic devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres.
Dispose the waste oil in an environment-friendly manner!
Make sure the oil products do not enter the soil.
Oil products must not come into contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Guarantee

Warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use and 24 months applies to private use and commences on the day of purchase of the device. The guarantee does not cover any unauthorized use such as appliance overloading, use of violence, damage as a result of any unauthorized interference or caused by foreign items. Failing to follow the operating and assembly instructions and common wear are also not included in the guarantee.

Important information for the customer
Please be sure to know that returning the product in or after the warranty period must be made in the original packaging.

Service

Do you have any technical questions? Any claim? Do you need any spare parts or operating instructions? We will quickly help you and without needles bureaucracy at our web pages at www.guede.com in the Servicing part. Please help us be able to help you. In order to identify your device in case of claim we need the serial No., product No. and year of production. All this data can be found on the type label. Please enter it here for future reference:

• Serial No.:
• Art. No:
• Year of production:
• Tel.: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-360
• Fax: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-51999
• E-Mail: support@ts.guede.com

Inspection and maintenance plan

Regular servicing period| Before any start- up| After 1 month| After 3 months| After 6 months| After 12 months| At the end of the

season

---|---|---|---|---|---|---
20 Hours of operation| 50 Hours of opera- tion| 100 Hours of opera- tion| 300 Hours of opera- tion
Engine oil

(10W-40)

max. 0,5 l

| Inspection| √| | | | |
Change| | √| | √| | √
Spark plug| Inspection Clean| | | | | |
Change| | | | | |
Air filter| Inspection| | | | | |
Clean| | | | | |
Change| | | | | |
Check the petrol level| √| | | | |
Drain the petrol tank| | | | | | √
Check the screwed connec- tion| √| | | | |
Check the cables| √| | | | |
Lubricate the pivot points| | √| | | | √
Check the cooling| | | √| | |
Clean the machine tho- roughly. Spray the skids and plough with oil| | | | | | √

Provide appropriate servicing upon the earlier of the following: in the given month or after the specified hours of operation have expired.

Failure removal

spark plug
Air filter dirty| Clean or replace the air filter
No drive or drive slipping| Clutch slipping| Adjust the cable
Consult with the customer service centre
Not a good sweep result| Sweeping roller worn| Replace brushes
Unsteady running, strong vibrations| Components and screwed connection loosened| Switch the engine off and check / tighten the screwed connection Replace any damaged parts Consult with the customer service centre

EC-Declaration of Conformity

Translation of the EC-Declaration of Conformity
We, hereby declare the conception and construction of the below mentioned appliances correspond – at the type of construction being launched – to appropriate basic safety and hygienic requirements of EC Directives.
In case of any change to the appliance not discussed with us the Declaration expires.

Sweeping maschine
Directives CE applicables
2014/35 EU 2014/30/EU
1935/2004/EC 1907/2006/EC
2011/65/EU& 2016/426/EU
2016/425/EU (PPE) 2019/1784/EU
2015/1188/EU 2014/29/EU
2006/42 EC
Annex IV
Name:
No:
Notified Body
Adress:
Type Ex. Cert.-
2000/14/EC_2005/88/EC

Harmonised standards used
EN ISO 12100:2010
AfPS GS 2019:01 PAK
EN ISO 14982:2009

Method of compliance assessment
Guaranteed sound power level
Measured sound power level
Managing Director
Authorized to compile the technical file

GÜDE GmbH & Co. KG
Birkichstraße 6
74549 Wolpertshausen
Germany
Tel.: +49-(0)7904/700-0
Fax.: +49-(0)7904/700-250
Email: info@guede.com

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