Gude 602535 Electric Garden Tiller Instruction Manual

Translation of the original instructions
Electric garden tiller GEGF 1540.1
94378
GÜDE GmbH & Co. KG

Scope of delivery

Assembly

Technical Data

Noise details
Sound pressure level LpA 1)| 80,5 dB(A)
Measured sound power level LWA 1)| 93 dB (A)
Guaranteed sound power level LWA 1)| 92,3 dB (A)
Measured according to 1)   prEN 1553:1996;  Uncertainty K =3,0 dB (A);  Wear ear protectors!
Vibration details
Vibration total values (triaxial vector sum) determined according to EN 1033:1995
Vibration emission value ahW
Uncertainty K = 1,5 m/s2| 1,549 m/s2

WARNING: The vibration emission level will vary because of the ways in which a power tool can be used and may increase above the level given in this information sheet. The vibration emission level may be used to compare one tool  with another. An accurate estimate of the vibratory load should also take into account the times when the tool is shut down or when it is running but not actually in use. This may significantly reduce the vibratory load over the total  working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm, organization of work patterns.
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.
In case of any doubts about connection and operation refer please to our customer center
Persons over 16 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.
This appliance has not been designed to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or with a lack of knowledge or experience.
Children must be supervised in order not to play with the machine.

Specified Conditions of Use

For soil preparation in small to medium-sized areas. For incorporating mulch, peat, sand, manure or compost.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use. Not observing general regulations in force and instructions from this manual does not make the manufacturer liable for damages.
Residual Risk
Even when the device is used properly and all safety regulations are complied with, there still may be some residual risks.
Rotating blades may lead to serious injuries by cutting or amputating parts of the body.
Never touch under the housing body when the engine is running. Wear gloves! Wear safety cut through resistant shoes with safety sole and steel toe !
Thrown-off stones or soil may lead to injuries.
Before mowing, check the area to be mowed for any undesirable objects. Wear safety goggles when working.
Risk of electric shock
Damaged mains cords pose a hazard of electrocution. Keep the connection and extension cables away from dangerous moving parts to avoid damaging them.
Poor lighting/light conditions represent a high safety risk.
Provide adequate lighting or good lighting conditions when working with the machine.
Hearing damage
A longer stay in the immediate vicinity of the running unit may cause hearing damage. Wear ear protectors!
Damage to health arising from vibrations to hand and arms if the device is used for a long time or if the device is not guided and evaluated properly. Take frequent work breaks.
Limit the amount of exposure per day.
Damage resulting from catching / winding The rotating blades may catch the connecting cable, leads, cords or clothing and wind and/or cut through these. Whilst working, always maintain a sufficient distance from the cable on the ground and do not run over the cable. ZBefore mowing, check the area to be mowed for any undesirable objects. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.

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)

Symbols

| Warning / Caution!
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Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
Wear eye protective goggles ! Wear ear protectors!
Wear gloves!
Wear safety cut through resistant shoes with safety sole and steel toe !
Slow
Unplug the machine before any servicing or repair!
Warning against thrown-off items
Warning against sharp knives. Keep hands and feet away. Knives keep running for a short time after the appliance is switched off.
Keep bystanders in safe distance from the appliance (at least 15m)
Unplug the mains plug if the cable becomes damaged or tangled.
Warning against cutting injuries
Warning: draw-in hazard
Risk of injury Keep hands and feet away.
Unplug the machine before any servicing or repair!
Switch off the engine before any work on it.
Always keep children and unauthorised persons out of reach of the appliance.
Keep dry at all times. Never expose tool to rain.
Never reach into the danger area of the plane when it is running.
Safety class II
CE marking
Any damaged or disposed electric or electronic devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres.
Guaranteed sound power level LWA

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

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.
The term „power tool“ in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool and batteryoperated (cordless) power tool.

1. Work area safety
   a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
   b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
   c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. Electrical safety
   a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
   Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
   b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
   c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditi- ons. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
   d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

3. Personal safety
   a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while  operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
   b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
   c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.  Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
   d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
   e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
   f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
   g) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4. Power tool use and care
   a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
   b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
   c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.   Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
   d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
   e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.   Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
   f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
   g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5. Service
   a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Safety instructions for garden tillers

Risk of injury
Be sure to have a firm footing, particularly on slopes.
Do not work on too steep slopes. Be particularly careful when changing travelling direction on slopes.
Pay maximum attention when turning around and pulling the appliance to you.
Walk! Never run!
Carefully check the terrain where the appliance is going to be used and remove all objects that could get caught or thrown off by the appliance such as stones, branches, wires, animals, etc.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Minimum safe distance is 15 m.
Do not use the appliance in bad weather, especially when there is a risk of storm.
Start the motor carefully in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and ensure that you keep your feet a sufficient distance away from the tool(s). Never place your hands or feet on or under turning parts.
Never lift or carry a machine whilst the motor is running.
Ensure that the extension cable can move freely at all times and keep the extension cable away from the blade unit. You must never run over the extension cable.
Be sure to maintain the safety distance required by the handle frame.
Always guide the device with both hands on the handlebar.
Stop the device and disconnect it from the power supply whenever you leave the lawnmower

• before removing blockages
• before checking, cleaning or working on the device
• after contact with a foreign object, to check the device for damage

In the event of a blockage, switch the device off immediately and wait until the machine has stopped completely. Then remove the object. Use protective gloves when handling the blades.
Wear personal protective equipment. Wear solid shoes and long trousers. Do not operate the machine with bare feet or with open sandals.
The ON/OFF switch and safety switch must not be locked.
All protection covers and safety devices must be correctly attached to operate the device.

Before use check appliance, cable, extension cord and plug for any damages or material fatigue. If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by the manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.
Before each use, check (visual inspection) the blade unit and its fixing devices for any damage.
In order to avoid imbalance, worn or damaged parts and fixing bolts may only be replaced as a set.
The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts.

If the appliance starts abnormally vibrating, switch the engine off and search for the cause immediately. Generally, vibrations are a warning  against operating failure.
Warning! This power tool generates an electromagnetic field during operation. Under certain circumstances, this field may affect active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend that individuals with medical implants consult their physician and the manufacturer of the medical implant before operating the machine.
Do not use the device near flammable liquids or gases.
Risk of fire and explosion in case of short circuit..

MAINTENANCE

Danger – Rotating blades.
Wait until all rotating parts have stopped and the appliance has cooled down.
Switch off the apparatus, disconnect it from mains by unplugging and allow it to cool down before setting up, retrofitting, cleaning, performing maintenance, storing or transporting the apparatus.
Always keep the device clean, as well as the ventilation slots in particular. Never spray water on the device body.
Do not clean the plastics with solvents, flammable or toxic fluids. For cleaning, use a damp cloth only.
Apply environment-friendly oil to all moving parts.
Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may only be performed by qualified authorised staff.
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.
Bei Bedarf finden Sie die Ersatzteilliste im Internet unter www.guede.com.
Storage
Store the device and its accessories in a dark, dry and frost-free place that is inaccessible to children.
Disposal
The disposal instructions are based on the icons placed on the appliance or its package.
Any damaged or disposed devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres.
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 solely covers inadequacies caused by material defect or manufacturing defect. Original payment voucher with the sales date needs to be submitted for any claim in the guarantee period.
The guarantee does not cover any unauthorised use such as appliance overloading, use of violence, damage as a result of any unauthorised 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 note that returns within or outside the warranty period should always be in the original packaging. This measure effectively avoids unnecessary transport damage and any associated disputed ruling. Your equipment is optimally  protected only in the original box, and keeping it in that box will ensure smooth processing.
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.
Tel.: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-360
Fax: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-51999
E-Mail: support@ts.guede.com

Failure removal

Extension cable defective
Mains plug, motor or switch defective.
Circuit breaker has been triggered.| Check power supply, socket, fuse
Check extension cable and replace a defective cable without undue delay.
Have the mains plug, motor or switch checked or repaired by a  professional and/or replaced with original parts.
1. Roller is blocked -> remove the blockage!
Leave the motor to cool down for approx. 15 minutes before continuing to work.
Unusual noises| Roller is blocked.
Loose screws, nuts or other fastening parts.| Remove the blockage.
Tighten all parts well and contact the service team if you again hear the noises.
Unusual vibrations| Blade is damaged or blunt.| Replace the blades.
Unsatisfactory result| Blunt blades| Replace the blades.

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

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