Gude GLS 3000 VARIO Leaf Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Gude

Gude GLS 3000 VARIO Leaf Vacuum Cleaner

Introduction

Please read thoroughly this operation manual and attached safety instructions to enjoy your machine. We further recommend to retain the operation manual for future references. We reserve right to make technical changes for the purpose of improvement in the course of continuous product development. Translation of original operating instructions.

Supply includes

Take the appliance out of the transport container and check whether there are the following parts:

Leaf vacuum
Leaf collection bag
Shoulder strap

If any parts are missing or are damaged, please contact your dealer.

Use as designated

Leaf vacuum including the suction and blowing feature may only be used for leaves and garden waste such as grass and small branches. The appliance cannot be used for works other than those for which it has been designed and that are specified in the Operating Instructions. Any other use will be considered a use in conflict with the designation. The manufacturer will not be liable for any consequential damage and injuries. Please be sure to know that our appliances have not been designed for industrial use.

Appliance description

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Front suction tube
Shoulder strap
Back suction/blowing tube
Fixture
Shoulder strap eye
Variable speed adjustment
ON/OFF button
Handle
Plug/feeder cable
Cable strain relief equipment
Leaf collection bag
Suction/blowing function adjustment lever
blowing tube
Guide wheels

Technical specifications

Connection: 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Engine output: 3000 W P1
Protection class: II
Protection type: IPXO
Airspeed: max. 230 km/h
Suction/blowing volume: max. 792 m3 /h
Composting ratio: 10:1
Collection bag capacity: 35 l
Assembly dimensions: 1120x160x315mm
Weight: 3,0/3,8 kg

Operator requirements

The operators must thoroughly read the operation manual before use.

Qualification

Except for thorough training by an expert for use of the device, no special qualification is required.

Minimum age

The device may be operated by persons over 16 years of age. An exception is used by a younger person if the use takes place under the supervision of an adult trainer in the course of education.

Training

Use of the device requires corresponding guidance by an expert or operation manual only. No special training is required.

Before putting the appliance into operation

Assembly

Installation of suction and exhaust tube (Fig. B+C)
Insert the rear suction tube (Fig. A/3) to the hole on the motor unit and fasten with the screw (Fig. A/15) as in Fig. B. Now turn over the vacuum cleaner and screw the small screw (Fig. A/16) as in Fig. C. Now, fix the front suction tube (Fig A/1) with the other screw (Fig. A/15).

Installation of the leaves bag (Fig. D)

Hang the leaves bag to clamp on the suction tube as shown in Fig. D.
Lock the leaves bag connector by pressing the lock on the motor unit. The leaves bag can be demounted in reverse order.

Fitting the shoulder strap (Fig. E)
Put the shoulder strap to the equipment (pic. A/5). Now you can adjust the shoulder strap length as required.

Caution! Please make sure the assembled parts are fitted properly.
Caution! Before putting the appliance into operation, check it for the following:

Whether cables are not damaged
Whether all the screwing is tightened properly

Safety instructions

The Operating Instructions must be read thoroughly before using the appliance for the first time. If there are any doubts regarding the appliance connection and operation, contact the manufacturer (service department).

TO ENSURE A HIGH SAFETY LEVEL, FOLLOW CAREFULLY THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

Caution! To be connected only to the network with a safety switch against a stray current (FI)! The leaf vacuum must never be used without the suction/blowing tube!

The user is liable for any accidents and risks caused by third parties to themselves or their property.
Keep children and pets in a safe distance from the running leaf vacuum (at least 6 meters).
Safe non-slip shoes, gloves, protective glasses, headphones, and long trousers always need to be worn when working with the appliance.
If the leaf vacuum is used in dusty conditions, wear a respirator.
Never aim a running leaf vacuum at your face.
Make sure your hands, legs, hair or parts of clothing do not get near openings and moving parts.
Do not wear wide pieces of clothing and jewels that could be drawn in the air supply opening.
Before putting the leaf vacuum into operation, make always sure it is assembled properly.
Never use the leaf vacuum when raining or in moist conditions.
Check regularly the main line and have any defective lines replaced in an authorized service center or by a qualified mechanic.
Keep all handles and holders dry and clean.
Before switching the leaf vacuum on, make sure all outer nuts, pins, and bolts are tightened properly and safe.

Marking

Product safety:

Prohibitions:

Warning:

Commands:

Environment protection:

Package:

Technical specifications:

Other instructions:

Appliance-specific safety instructions

Caution Appliance plug or extension cable to be connected only when the appliance is switched off.

Before you start working, check the appliance, feeder and extension cables for any damage.
Put the appliance drop cable in the backward direction from the appliance at all times.
Do not carry the appliance by its cable.
Unplug the appliance at all times – when the appliance is not used, when being transported, left unattended and when checking the appliance for any damage, cleaning or releasing it.
Never let the leaf vacuum run when being on side. It has been designed to be operated in an upright position only.
Do not vacuum flammable materials, e.g. charcoal grill, ash, etc.
Do not vacuum flammable, toxic or explosive materials.
Do not use the suction/blowing function if the collection bag is not in place.
Do not run over gravel ways or roads when the leaf vacuum is running.
Do not put anything with your hand to the inlet.
Appliance to be only used in adequate broad daylight or under adequate artificial lighting.
Do not use the appliance in wet grass. Do not vacuum wet leaves, etc.
Provide good stability, especially on slopes.
Keep the ventilation slots clean at all times.
Before you start working, use a rake and broom to remove any undesirable items that could damage the appliance or cause injuries and damage by throwing something away or blowing.
The surface must be moistened a bit in dusty conditions.

When working

Caution Wear protective glasses, headphones, and gloves when working with the leaf vacuum. At all times, work with non-slip shoes, never when barefooted or in sandals.
Caution The device works only with a mounted leaf catcher bag. Appliance to be used only with the shoulder strap (included in the supply) that should be held by both hands. Provide good stability.
Caution Stones and other items that could cause severe injuries may be thrown/blown away when working with the appliance.

Emergency procedures

Administer first aid according to injury and call for qualified medical assistance. Protect injured person against other injuries and keep him/her in rest. For reasons of potential injury, a first aid box according to DIN 13164 must be available on workplace. Replenish immediately the material used from the first aid box. If you require medical assistance, give the following information:

Place of accident
Type of accident
Number of injured persons
Type of injury

Operation

Please follow the statutory provisions issued in respect of noise protection that may differ depending on the location.

Caution

Put the appliance into operation only after complete assembly is provided. The device works only with a mounted leaf catcher bag. Before putting the appliance into operation, check the appliance drop cable for any damage – the appliance may only be used when in perfect condition.

Shoulder strap length adjustment

Adjust the shoulder strap (pic. A/2) length in a way the suction tube can be guided just above the ground. Moreover, the fitted guide wheels are used to guide the suction tube on the ground easier.

Connecting and starting the appliance

Put the plug (pic. A+K/9) to the extension cable and hang the extension cable in the cable strain relief equipment (pic. A/10) so that the cable is secured. Also, see pic. J. To switch the appliance on or off, press the operating switch (pic. A+K/7). Release the switch to stop the appliance.

Selecting the operating mode

Suction (Fig. M)
Turn the setting lever (Fig. M) fully down to the suction operation. You can use the lever regardless the cleaner is turned on or off.
Caution The device works only with a mounted leaf catcher bag.

Blowing (Fig. L)
Turn the setting lever (Fig. L) fully up to the blowing operation. You can use the lever regardless the cleaner is turned on or off.
Caution Empty the collection bag before working in the Blowing mode. Otherwise, the vacuumed material could get out

Emptying the collection bag

Do not empty the collection bag (pic. A/11) too late. If filled too much, the suction output drops significantly. Compost any organic waste.

Switch the appliance off and unplug it
Open the collection bag zip (pic. A/11) and empty the vacuumed material.
They close the zip again, plug in the appliance, and switch it on.

Speed control

Speed may be set on the speed controller (pic. A/6) using the knob. 1-6 levels.

Training

Please read carefully the Operating Instructions and the servicing instructions. Familiarise thoroughly with the controls and proper use of the appliance. You must know how the appliance works and how controls can quickly be switched off. Never let children work with the appliance. Never let an adult person work with the appliance without proper training. Do not let any persons, especially small children, and pets, to the place of your work. Be careful to prevent slipping or falling.

Warranty

A warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use and 24 months apply to private use and commences on the day of purchase of the device. Warranty applies exclusively to failures due to defective material or workmanship. An original sale slip with an indication of the date of sale must be presented in case of claiming the warranty rights. The warranty does not cover unprofessional use such as device overload, violent use, damage caused by a third party or foreign materials, failure to comply with operations and assembly manual, and normal wear and tear.

Disposal

Disposal instructions are illustrated in the form of pictograms on the device or packaging. A description of the pictograms is given in the “Identification” chapter.

Disposal of transport packaging
Packaging protects the device against damage during transport. Packaging materials are usually selected according to their effect on the environment and disposal methods and can therefore be recycled. Returning the packaging back to circulation saves resources and costs for packaging disposal. Parts of the packaging (e.g. foil, styropor) may be dangerous for children. Risk of suffocation! Keep these parts of the packaging out of reach of children and dispose of as soon as possible.

Service

Any technical questions? Complaint? Do you need spare parts or an operation manual? Go to our website www.guede.com and the section Service will help you quickly and without bureaucracy. Please, help us to help you. In order to identify your device in case of a complaint, please indicate the serial number, order number, and year of manufacture. All information is available on the product label. To have all information always at hand, put them down.

Serial number:
Order number:
Year of manufacture:
Phone: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-360
Fax: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-51999
E-Mail: support@ts.guede.com

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.

Servicing

Caution Switch the appliance off before any servicing and cleaning and wait until it fully stops. Unplug the appliance.

Servicing works not explicitly specified in this manual must be performed by specialized staff as there might be dangerous situations the operator is unable to handle. Spare parts may only be replaced by specialized staff.

Caution Proceed as follows when the appliance is blocked:

The suction/blowing tube may only be disassembled for cleaning purposes. It must be properly refitted after finishing the cleaning

Cleaning

The appliance must not be cleaned by high-pressure cleaners or under running water.
Do not use any aggressive, caustic cleaning agents.
After finishing your work, remove the collection bag and turn it inside out. Clean the bag properly; otherwise, mold and an unpleasant smell could be produced.
A severely dirty collection bag can be cleaned by water and soap.
Keep the appliance and ventilation slots clean and free at all times.
Any dirt on the appliance can be removed with a wet cloth. Clean the suction tube with a wet cloth or brush.

Troubleshooting

The table shows potential failures, their possible cause, and removal options. However, if you are unable to remove the problem, contact a professional to assist you.
CAUTION Switch off and unplug the appliance before any servicing and cleaning.