Unpacking; Assembly; Installing And Removing The Rechargeable Battery; Installing The Blow Tube - Gartenmeister GM ALB 40 Mode D'emploi

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.

Assembly

Installing and removing the rechargeable battery (not
included in the scope of delivery)
Always switch the tool off before you insert or re-
move the rechargeable battery.
1. If you want to remove the rechargeable battery from
the tool, press the locking buttons on both sides and
pull the rechargeable battery from the tool (Fig. 1).
2. To insert the rechargeable battery in the tool, first line
up the base of the rechargeable battery with the guide
on the housing (Fig. 2). Then push the rechargeable
battery firmly into the tool (Fig. 1) until you hear the
locking click into place. If the rechargeable battery is
not locked into place, you or other persons may be
injured.
Warning: Only use the rechargeable battery pro-
vided by the manufacturer.
Installing the blow tube (Fig. 3)
Do not use the device until the blow tube has been
properly mounted on the blower housing.
1. Push the blow tube with the guide pins (A) over the
two guide dimples (B) on the blower housing.
2. Rotate the tube clockwise until it locks into place.
Operation
Starting and stopping (Fig. 4)
1. Starting: Press down the switch safety lock (1) and
then press the switch (2). The switch safety lock (1)
does not need to be kept pressed during operation.
2. The blowing speed can be steplessly adjusted with
the rotary knob (4).
3. After the device has been switched on, the highest
blowing speed can be switched to by pressing the
turbo switch (3).

Blowing function

• Before setting the device into operation, always check
it for flawless condition.
• Examine the work area before starting work. Use a
rake or broom to remove all objects or wastes which
could be hurled away by the leaf blower.
• If needed, lightly moisten dusty ground.
Working advice (Fig. 5)
• Hold the leaf blower about 20 cm above the ground
as shown in Figure 5, switch on the device and swing
it easily from side to side. Blow waste material into a
heap. Do not direct the air jet into the middle of the
waste heap.
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• Adjust the blowing power to the requirements.
• Make sure the air jet is not directed at children, pet
• Always keep the ventilation slots free during operation
• Do not use the device on wet ground.
• Clean the device after working.

Cleaning and storage

Replace all damaged or worn parts to ensure the leaf
blower is always ready for safe operation.
1. Clean ventilation slots and openings with a brush.
2. Do not use any solvents or cleaning agents contain-
3. Always store the leaf blower in a dry, frost-free loca-
4. Store and charge your rechargeable batteries at a
5. Do not store rechargeable batteries when discharged.
6. Rechargeable batteries gradually lose their charge.
Attention!
For further maintenance or repair work, please take the
device to a service centre.

Waste disposal and environmental protection

Dispose of the machine properly after it is worn out. Dis-
connect the mains cable in order to prevent misuse. Do
not dispose of the machine with the household waste. In
the interest of environmental protection, take it to a col-
lection point for electric machines. Your responsible local
authority can provide you with addresses and operating
times. Also take the packaging materials and worn out
accessories to the appropriate collection points.
In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EC on
waste electrical and electronic equipment and its im-
plementation in national law, waste electric tools must
be collected separately for environmentally-compatible
re-use.
Recycling alternative to the return invitation:
Instead of returning the electric equipment, the owner is
alternatively obligated to take part in the proper recycling
in the case of relinquishment of ownership. The waste
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animals, open windows or automobiles.
to prevent overheating.
Attention – risk of injury! Always remove the re-
chargeable battery from the device before all work.
ing chemicals which could damage the plastic parts.
Wipe the housing clean with a cloth.
tion beyond the reach of children.
cool location. Temperatures above or below normal
room temperature shorten the lifespan of the re-
chargeable batteries.
Wait until the rechargeable battery has cooled down
and charge it completely.
The higher the temperature, the quicker they lose
their charge. For longer storage periods, recharge the
rechargeable battery every one or two months. This
will extend the lifespan of the rechargeable battery.
Only for EU countries
Do not discard electric tools in the household
waste!