Einhell GC-EL 2600 E Garden Blower Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

Einhell GC-EL 2600 E Garden Blower Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

Safety information

General instructions

• Read the complete operating manual with due care. Acquaint yourself with the controls and how to use the tool.

• All persons (including children) who, for reasons of physical, sensory or mental ability or inexperience or lack of knowledge, are not in a position to be able to use this device safely, should not use the device unsupervised or without instruction by or from a responsible person.
  Children must always be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the device. Never allow children to use the tool.

• 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.

• Never use the tool when there are people – particularly children – or pets nearby.

• The user is responsible for any accidents or hazards suffered by third parties or their property.

Preparation

• Always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers when using the tool.
• 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.
• Wear safety goggles while you work.
• Use a dust mask when working on dusty jobs
• 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
• 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.
• When working outdoors, use only extension cables which are approved for outdoor use. Extension cables must have a minimum cross section of 1.5 mm2 . The plug connections must be splash-proof.

Operation

• Always trail the power cable behind the tool.
• If the power cable or extension cable is damaged, pull the plug out of the socket. NEVER TOUCH THE CABLE BEFORE THE PLUG HAS BEEN PULLED OUT OF THE SOCKET.
• Do not carry the tool by its power cable.
• Always pull out the power plug:
  • when the tool is not being used, when it is being transported or when you leave it unsupervised.
  • when you are checking the tool, cleaning it or removing blockages.
  • when you want to carry out cleaning or maintenance work on the tool or replace accessories.
  • after the tool impacts with foreign bodies or you notice unusual vibrations.
• Use the tool only in broad daylight or in well-lit conditions.
• Do not underestimate the forces involved. Make sure you stand squarely and keep your balance at all times.
• If possible, avoid using the tool on wet grass.
• Ensure that you maintain a steady foothold particularly while working on slopes.
• Always walk. Never run.
• Always keep the ventilation opening clean.
• Never direct the vacuum/blow hole at persons or animals.
• The machine may only be used at reasonable times of the day, i.e. not in the early morning or late evening when it will be a nuisance to other people. Permitted times of use specified by local authorities must be observed.
• The machine must be run at the lowest possible motor speed required to carry out the work.
• Remove all foreign objects with a rake and brush before starting any blowing work.
• Where conditions are dusty, dampen the surface a little or use a sprinkler attachment.
• Use the full-length blower nozzle extension so that the air current can work near to the ground.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows etc. and blow the foreign objects safely away from them.

Maintenance and storage

• Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely tightened in order to be sure that the machine is in a safe working condition.
• Frequently check the debris bag for signs of wear and deformation.
• Use only genuine accessories and spare parts.
• For your own safety, replace worn or damaged parts without delay.
• Electric tools should be kept in a dry place when not in use.
• If the mains cable for this device is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid danger.

The tool can be plugged into any socket-outlet (with 230 V AC) that is equipped with a 10A fuse or higher.
The socket-outlet has to be safeguarded by an earth leakage circuit breaker (e.l.c.b.). The operating current must not exceed 30 mA.

CAUTION!
Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regulations and instructions may result in an electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use.

Explanation of the warning signs on the equipment (see Fig. 10)

1. Read the directions for use before operating the tool.
2. Do not use the tool in rain or snow. Do not expose the tool to  wet conditions.
3. Keep all other persons away from the danger zone.
4. Wear goggles and ear muffs.
5. Switch off the tool and pull out the power plug before carrying out any  cleaning or maintenance work.
6. Rotating parts. Keep your hands and feet away from all openings.

Layout

1. Front suction tube
2. Rear suction tube
3. Additional handle
4. Harness
5. On/Off switch
6. Power cable
7. Debris bag
8. Selector switch for blower/vac
9. Castors
10. Speed controller
11. Wheel support
12. Long screw (2x)
13. Short screw (2x)
14. Socket
15. Cleaning cove

Items supplied

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

IMPORTANT
The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suffocating!

• Original operating instructions
• Safety instructions

Proper use

The garden blower vac is designed to handle only foliage and garden refuse such as grass and small branches. Any other use is prohibited.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.

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.

Technical data

• AC motor 230V ~ / 50 Hz
• Output 2600 watts
• no load speed n0 6000-14000 min-1
• Protection class II /
• Air velocity 270 km/h
• Suction rate 780 m3/h
• Volume of debris bag approx. 45 l
• Sound volume level LWAd 106 dB (A)
• K uncertainty 3 dB(A)
• Sound pressure level LpAd 87.87 dB (A)
• Vibration ahv 3.930 m/s2
• K uncertainty 1,5 m/s2
• Weight 4.0 kg

Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum

• Only use appliances which are in perfect working order.
• Service and clean the appliance regularly.
• Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.
• Do not overload the appliance.
• Have the appliance serviced whenever necessary.
• Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
• Wear protective gloves.

Residual risks

Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain residual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:

1. Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
2. Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a prolonged period or is not properly guided and maintained.

Before starting the equipment

Before you connect the equipment to the power supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to the supply voltage.
Always pull out the power plug before making adjustments to the equipment.

Mounting the suction tube

• Plug together the front and rear suction tube (Fig. 3a) and secure with the screw (Fig. 3b/Item 12).
• Now slide the complete suction tube into the motor housing (Fig. 3c) and secure with the screws (Fig. 3d/Item 12+13).
• Slide the wheel support (Fig. 3e/Item 11) onto the front suction tube as far as the stop (Fig. 3e/Item A) and secure with the screw (Fig. 3e/Item 13)

(Fig. 3a-3e)

Note: Please note that the two vacuum tubes must always be joined together before they are mounted on the motor housing, and that they must never be taken apart when mounted!

Mounting the debris bag

Insert the socket (Fig. 4A / Item 14) into the motor housing. Make sure there is an audible click when it latches in place! Hang the hook on the suction tube (Fig. 4b / Item 2). Then slip the debris bag over the socket on the motor housing; it engages correctly when it makes an audible click (Fig. 4c)

(Fig. 4a-4c)

Fitting the additional handle

Undo the screw (Fig. 5a/Item A) from the steady grip (Fig. 5a/Item 3). Then plug the steady grip in the direction of the arrow onto the motor unit as shown in Fig. 5b.

(Fig. 5a-5c)

Important: The locking lever must be on the righthand side! Then tighten the screw with the locking lever closed.

Start up the equipment only when fully assembled. Always inspect the power cable for damage before starting up. The equipment may be used only if the cable is in flawless condition.

Fitting the cleaning flap

Plug the cleaning flap into the motor unit as shown in Fig. 6a. When you fit the flap, make sure that the nib at the bottom end of the cleaning cover is inserted into the corresponding recess in the housing. Now tighten the fastening screw (Fig. 6b/Item A).

Important! If the cleaning cover is not correctly closed, the equipment cannot work properly and a microswitch will interrupt the power supply. For this reason, always check that the cleaning cover is properly fitted and secured.

(Fig. 6a and 6b)

Operation

Sizing the strap

Size the length of the carrying strap (4) so that the vacuum tube just clears the ground. The guide rollers (9) at the bottom end of the suction tube will help you to maneuver the suction tube on the ground.  (Fig. 1

Adjusting the additional handle

Undo the lever (Fig. 5c/Item B) by flipping it open. Now set the additional handle (Fig. 5c/Item 3) to the required position and flip back the lever. (Fig. 5c)

Connecting the tool to the power supply and switching on

The tool can be plugged into any socket-outlet (with 230 V AC) that is equipped with a 10A fuse or higher. The socket-outlet has to be safeguarded by an earthleakage circuit breaker (e.l.c.b.). The operating current must not exceed 30 mA.

• Insert the tool plug into the power cord coupling (extension).
• Secure the power cord with the sleeve provided on the tool as shown.
• To switch on, press and hold the ON/OFF switch (5).
• To switch off, let go of the ON/OFF switch.

(Fig. 7-8)

Selecting the mode of operation

Suctioning

Turn the lever (Fig. 9/Item 8) completly to position A. You can do this both when the device is at a standstill and while it is running.

(Fig. 9)

Blowing (Fig. 9)

• Turn the lever (Fig. 9/Item 8) completely to position B. You can do this both when the device is at a standstill and while it is running.
• Channel the air stream forward and walk slowly to blow foliage or garden refuse into a pile or to clear out hard-to-reach places.
• Important!
  Empty the debris bag before blowing. Otherwise, the material that has been vacuumed up could drop out.

Emptying the debris bag and pre-screen

(Fig. 1)

Empty the debris bag (7) in good time. When the bag is heavily loaded with material, vacuum power is considerably reduced. Deposit organic refuse at a compost site.

• Switch off the tool and pull out the plug.
• Open the zipper on the debris bag (7) and shake out the material.
• Close the zip on the debris bag (7) again.

Speed control

(Fig. 1)

The device is fitted with an electronic speed controller. To use it, turn the speed controller (Fig. 1/ Item 10) to the desired position. Use the device only with the speed which is actually required and do not let it run at a speed which is faster than necessary

Replacing the power cable

If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid danger.

Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Always pull out the mains power plug before starting any cleaning work.

Cleaning

• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible.
• Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.
• We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device.
• After shaking out the debris bag, turn it inside out and thoroughly clean it in order to prevent mould and unpleasant odors from forming.
• You can use soap and water to clean out a heavily soiled debris bag.
• Rub a bar of dry soap across the zipper teeth if the zipper becomes difficult to pull.
• Clean the vacuum/blower tube with a brush upon evidence of dirt and grime.
• Dirt and grime can make the switch (blower/vacuum) more difficult to operate as a result of the material that swirls up off the ground. When this occurs, simply flip the switch back and forth a few times, which should bring it back to the normal feel.
• To clean the interior of the housing undo the screw connection (Fig. 8a/Item A) and remove the cover (Fig. 8a/Item B). Never use cleaning agents or liquids for cleaning purposes. Remove deposits with a brush, a dry cloth or compressed air. When you fit the cover, make sure that the nib at the bottom end of the cover (Fig. 8b/Item A) is inserted into the corresponding recess in the housing (Fig. 8b/Item B).
  Important: If the cover is not correctly closed, a microswitch will interrupt the power supply and the equipment cannot operate properly. For this reason, always check that the cover is properly fitted and secured.

Maintenance

• Should the tool experience problems beyond those mentioned above, let only an authorized professional or a customer service shop perform an inspection.
• There are no parts inside the equipment which require additional maintenance.

Ordering replacement part

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts

• Type of machine
• Article number of the machine
• Identification number of the machine
• Replacement part number of the part required

For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc- gmbh.info

Storage

Store the equipment and accessories out of children’s reach in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 5 and 30 °C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging.

Disposal and recycling

The unit is supplied in packaging to prevent its being damaged in transit. This packaging is raw material and can therefore be reused or can be returned to the raw material system.

The unit and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Defective components must be disposed of as special waste. Ask your dealer or your local council.

Troubleshooting guide

workshop
Suction tube not mounted correctly| Mount the tube correctly
The cleaning cover is not mounted correctly.| Mount the tube correctly

Declaration Of Conformity

Explains the following conformity according to EU directives and norms for the following product

Laubsauger GC-EL 2600 E (Einhell)

87/404/EC_2009/105/EC
2005/32/EC_2009/125/EC
2006/95/EC
2006/28/EC
2004/108/EC
2004/22/EC
1999/5/EC
97/23/EC
90/396/EC_2009/142/EC
89/686/EC_96/58/EC
2011/65/EC
2006/42/EC
Annex IV:
Notified Body:
Notified Body No.:
Reg. No.
2000/14/EC_2005/88/EC
Annex V
** Annex VI
Noise: measured LWA = 102,79 dB (A); guaranteed LWA = 106 dB (A) P = kW; L/Ø = cm
Notified Body:
** 2004/26/EC
Emission No.:

Standard references : EN 60335-1; IEC 60335-2-100; EN 15503; EN 62233; EN 55014-1; EN 55014-2; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3

**Landau/Isar, den 13.08.2013

**

First CE: 13
Art.-No.: 34.332.90 I.-No.: 11013
Subject to change without notice

Archive-File/Record: NAPR008488
Documents registrar: Alexander Scheifl
Wiesenweg 22, D-94405 Landau/Isar

For EU countries only

Never place any electric tools in your household refuse.

To comply with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment- friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot.

Recycling alternative to the demand to return electrical devices:
As an alternative to returning the electrical device, the owner is obliged to cooperate in ensuring that the device is properly recycled if ownership is relinquished. This can also be done by handing over the used device to a returns center, which will dispose of it in accordance with national commercial and industrial waste management legislation. This does not apply to the accessories and auxiliary equipment without any electrical components which are included with the used device.

GUARANTEE CERTIFICATE

Dear Customer,
All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you  in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. You can also contact us by telephone using the service number shown. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made.

1. These guarantee conditions regulate additional guarantee services. Your statutory guarantee claims are not affected by this guarantee. Our guarantee is free of charge to you.
2. Our guarantee only covers defects suffered by the device which have been verifiable caused by a material or manufacturing fault and is limited to the rectification of such defects or the replacement of the device at our discretion. Please note that our devices are not designed for use in commercial, trade or professional applications. A guarantee contract will not be created if the device has been used by commercial, trade or industrial business or has been exposed to similar stresses during the guarantee period.
3. The following are not covered by our guarantee:
   • Damage to the device caused by a failure to follow the assembly instructions or due to incorrect installation, a failure to follow the operating instructions (for example connecting it to an incorrect mains voltage or current type) or a failure to follow the maintenance and safety instructions or by exposing the device to abnormal environmental conditions or by lack of care and maintenance.
   • Damage to the device caused by abuse or incorrect use (for example overloading the device or the use or unapproved tools or accessories), ingress of foreign bodies into the device (such as sand, stones or dust, transport damage), the use of force or damage caused by external forces (for example by dropping it).
   • Damage to the device or parts of the device caused by normal or natural wear or tear or by normal use of the device.
4. The guarantee is valid for a period of 24 months starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This also applies if an on-site service is used.
5. Please report the defective device on the following internet address to register your guarantee claim: www.isc-gmbh.info. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, then the item in question will either be repaired immediately and returned to you or we will send you a new replacement device.

Of course, we are also happy offer a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service, please send the device to our service address.

Also refer to the restrictions of this warranty concerning wear parts, consumables and missing parts as set out in the service information in these operating instructions.

Telefax: 01805 / 835 830 (Festnetz: 14 ct/min, Mobilfunk max.: 42 ct/min)
E-Mail: [email protected] · Internet: www.isc- gmbh.info
iSC GmbH · Eschenstraße 6 · 94405 Landau/Isar (Deutschland)

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