ALDI Gardenline 43777 User manual

Electric blower vac
Contents
CONTENTS:
Explanation of symbols 7
I. Introduction 8
II. Layout 9
III. Scope of delivery 9
IV. Intended use 10
V. Safety regulations 10
VI. Assembly 14
VII. Operation 15
VIII. Cleaning 16
IX. Maintenance 16
X. Technical Data 16
XI. Storage 17
XII. Transport 17
XIII. Disposal and recycling 17
XIII. Warranty Details 19
XIV. Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice 21
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product, please return it to your nearest ALDI store within 60 days from
the date of purchase for a full refund or replacement, or take advantage of
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ALDI STORES
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Original instructions
Manual
Vers. No. 160726

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Blower Vac 2400W Explanation of Symbols
Explanation of Symbols
Denotes risk of per-
sonal injury or dam-
age to the tool.
Read manual before
use
Wear breathing pro-
tection
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
ATTENTION!
Pull out the main plug!
Do not use if raining
WARNING!
The fan is still rotating when open or close the cover, be care-
ful, especially the inlet cover
Switch off and unplug
the device before clean-
ing or performing main-
tenance on it.
ATTENTION!
Make sure no other per-
sons are nearby while
the device is being op-
erated.
Keep bystanders away.
WARNING!
A Special Warning on Long Hair; Severe Injury Can Occur!
• If your hair is longer than shoulder-length, you must make sure it
is securely tied up prior to you using the power tool!
• Keep your hair away from the power tool.
• Long hair can become entangled in the moving parts.

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Introduction Blower Vac 2400W
I. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on choosing to buy a GARDENLINE®product.
All products brought to you by GARDENLINE®are manufactured to the highest
standards of performance and safety, and as part of our philosophy of customer
service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 1 Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
Note:
According to the applicable product liability law the manufacturer of this device is not
liable for damages which arise on or in connection with this device in case of:
• improper handling,
• non-compliance with the instructions for use,
• repairs by third party, non-authorised skilled workers,
• installation and replacement of non-original spare parts,
• improper use,
• failures of the electrical system due to the non-compliance with the electrical
specications and the VDE 0100, DIN 57113 / VDE 0113 regulations.
Recommendations:
Read the entire text of the operating instructions prior to the assembly and operation
of the device.
These operating instructions are intended to make it easier for you to get familiar
with your device and utilise its intended possibilities of use.
The operating instructions contain important notes on how to work safely, properly
and economically with your machine and how to avoid dangers, save repair costs,
reduce downtime, and increase the reliability and working life of the machine.
In addition to the safety regulations contained herein, you must in any case comply
with the applicable regulations of your country with respect to the operation of the
machine.
Put the operating instructions in a clear plastic folder to protect them from dirt and
humidity, and store them near the machine. The instructions must be read and
carefully observed by each operator prior to starting the work. Only persons who
have been trained in the use of the machine and have been informed on the related
dangers and risks are allowed to use the machine. The required minimum age must
be met.
In addition to the safety notes contained in the present operating instructions and
the special regulations of your country, the generally recognised technical rules for
the operation of identically constructed machines must be observed.

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Blower Vac 2400W Layout/Scope of delivery
II. L AYOUT (Fig. 1 / Page 4)
1 Bottom tube section
2 Top tube section
3 Shoulder strap
4 Metal Clip
5 Speed Control
6 Main ON/OFF switch
7 Rear Handle
8 Motor casing
9 Blow/ Vacuum function selector switch
10 Leaf bag securing clip on motor casing
11 Leaf discharge point
12 Leaf bag
13 Rollers
III. SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Blower Vac 2400W (1x) Top tube section (1x)
Leaf bag (1x) Screws (4x)
Shoulder strap (1x) Manual (1x)
Bottom tube section (1x) Warranty card (1x)
• 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 present.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage. In case of com-
plaints the supplier is to be informed immediately.
• If possible, keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.
• Read the operating instructions to make yourself familiar with the device prior to
using it.
• Only use original parts for accessories and spare parts. Spare parts are available
from your specialised dealer.
• Specify our part numbers as well as the type and year of construction of the de-
vice in your orders.
m ATTENTION!
The device and packaging materials are not toys!
Children must not be allowed to play with plastic bags, lm and small parts!
There is a risk of swallowing and suffocation!

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Intended use/Safety regulations Blower Vac 2400W
IV. INTENDED USE
The blower/vacuum is designed to blow/vacuum leaves as well as lawn debris such
as grass clippings and small twigs. It is not to be used for any other purpose. The
device is only to be used on dry surfaces. The device is intended for non-commer-
cial use in private home and gardens. Under no circumstances is it to be used in
public outdoor areas, sports stadiums or in agricultural or forestry settings.
The operating instructions as supplied by the manufacturer must be obeyed to en-
sure that the equipment is used properly. Any use which is not expressly permitted
in the manual may result in damage to the equipment and place the user in serious
danger. Be sure to observe the restrictions in the safety instructions.
mIMPORTANT! For your own safety, read this manual and the general safety in-
structions carefully before using the appliance. Your power tool should only be given
to other users together with these instructions.
Non-permitted users:
Persons who are not familiar with the operating manual, children, young people
under the age of 16 as well as persons under the inuence of alcohol, drugs or med-
ication must not operate the unit.
The equipment is allowed 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 resulting from such misuse.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade
or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in
commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
V. SAFETY REGULATIONS
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to heed warnings and follow
instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury. Keep safety
warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the safety
warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
WORKING AREA
1.Keep working area clean and well lit. Untidy and dark areas can lead to acci-
dents.
2.Do not operate power tools in potentially explosive surroundings, for example,
in the presence of inammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.

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Blower Vac 2400W Safety regulations
3.Keep children and bystanders at a distance when operating a power tool. Dis-
tractions can cause you to lose control of it.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
ATTENTION! Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on
the rating plate.
1.Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use adapter plugs with earthed power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching
outlets will reduce the risk of an electric shock.
2.Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, kitchen
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of an electric shock if your
body is earthed.
3.Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. If water gets inside a power
tool, it will increase the risk of an electric shock.
4.Do not damage the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging
the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of an electric shock. If a retracta-
ble cord is used, the cord should be fully reeled out to avoid heating up.
5.If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a power supply
protected by a residual current device (RCD). Using an RCD reduces the risk of
an electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1.Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool when you are tired or under the inuence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention when operating a power
tool may result in serious personal injury.
2.Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Using safety equipment
such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, or hearing protection
whenever it is needed will reduce the risk of personal injury.
3.Avoid accidental starts. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting
the plug. Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or plugging in pow-
er tools when the switch is in the on position makes accidents more likely.
4.Remove any adjusting keys or spanners before turning on the power tool. A
spanner or key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
5.Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet rmly on the ground at all times. This
will enable you retain control over the power tool in unexpected situations.
6.Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from the power tool. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can
become entangled in the moving parts.

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Safety regulations Blower Vac 2400W
7. If there are devices for connecting dust extraction and collection facilities,
please ensure that they are attached and used correctly. Using such devices
can reduce dust-related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• Do not expect the power tool to do more than it can. Use the correct power tool
for what you want to do. A power tool will achieve better results and be safer if
used in the context for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot turn it on and off. A power tool
with a broken switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source before making adjustments, chang-
ing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures re-
duce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store power tools, when not in use, out of the reach of children and do not allow
people who are not familiar with the power tool or these instructions to operate
it. Power tools are potentially dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or jammed moving parts, break-
ages or any other feature that might affect the operation of the power tool. If it is
damaged, the power tool must be repaired. Many accidents are caused by using
poorly maintained power tools.
• Use the power tool, accessories and cutting tools, etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work which needs to be
done. Using a power tool in ways for which it was not intended can lead to po-
tentially hazardous situations.
SERVICE
Your power tool should be serviced by a qualied specialist using only standard
spare parts. This will ensure that it meets the required safety standards.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure the power cord is kept behind and away from the device while you
work.
• Always position yourself horizontally to the slope and make sure your feet are
rmly planted. Exercise particular caution whenever you change directions
while working on a slope.
• Walk at a measured pace while operating the blower. DO NOT RUN.
• Never direct the suction/blown air opening toward persons or animals.
• The Blower Vacuum must not be used or starting until it has been fully assem-
bled.
• Make sure the power cord is kept behind and away from the device while you
work.

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Blower Vac 2400W Safety regulations
• If the power cord or extension cord are damaged while you work, unplug the
blower immediately.
• Never use the power cord as a handle to lift or carry the device.
• Always unplug the device under the following circumstances:
-When the blower is not in use, is being carried/transported, or is left unat-
tended.
-While examining, cleaning or unclogging the device.
-When cleaning the device, performing maintenance on it, or attaching acces-
sories to it.
-If the device strikes a foreign object or begins vibrating abnormally.
• Use the blower in daylight or with adequate illumination.
• Bear in mind that the force generated by an electrical device can make you lose
your balance. Therefore, make sure that your feet are rmly planted and that
your body is well balanced when you are operating the device.
• Never operate the blower on damp or wet grass.
• Using the blower on sloping areas: Do not work in areas with unduly steep
slopes.
• Use the blower as follows when working on slopes:
-Always position yourself horizontally to the slope and make sure your feet are
rmly planted.
-Exercise particular caution whenever you change directions while working on
a slope.
• Keep the air outlet unobstructed and clean at all times.
• Advice on the use and type of extension cords to be used, (not lighter than the
cord used on appliance)
• The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other
people or their property.
• Only use a weather proof extension cord tted with a coupler according to I EC
60320-2-3.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply
-Whenever you leave the machine,
-before clearing a blockage.
-before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance,
-if the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally.
• Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the appliance is in safe working
condition.
• Check the debris collector frequently for wear or deterioration.
• Replace worn or damaged parts.
• Use only genuine replacement parts and accessories.
• Store the appliance only in a dry place.

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Safety regulations/Assembly Blower Vac 2400W
Remaining hazards
• There will always be residual risks, even if you use this equipment according to
instructions. The following hazards can occur in connection with the construc-
tion and design of this tool.
• Health hazards resulting from swinging of hand and arm if the equipment is
used for an extended period and if it is not operated or maintained properly.
• Injuries and material damage caused by ejection of tool attachments which are
unexpectedly thrown from the equipment because of sudden damage, wear and
tear or improper attachment.
VI . ASSE MBLY
Your new electric blower vac requires very little assembly work before it is ready for
use.
6.1 Assembling the tubes (Fig. 2, 3 / Page 5)
• Push the bottom tube section (1) with the rollers into the top tube section (3) and
then using the two screws provided.
• Put the whole tubes into the motor casing (7) and x using the other two provided
screws.
6.2 Safety switch (Fig. 2 Pos. A / Page 5)
Your blower vac tool comes equipped with a built-in safety switch to prevent the tool
from starting, if the supplied tubes are not assembled correctly.
Before you start with the assembly of bottom tube section (1) and top tube section (3)
ensure that the safety rod is correctly mounted (shown in Fig. 2 / Page 5).
6.3 Shoulder strap (3)
The shoulder strap (3) will be supplied inside the leaf bag (12). Take the shoulder strap
out of the leaf bag, open the snap fastener, thread the strap through the metal clip (4)
on the top of the motor casing and then close the snap fastener. To adjust the shoulder
strap to the required length, simply slide the adjustable strap buckle forward or back-
wards.
6.4 Leaf bag (Fig. 4 / Page 5)
To secure the leaf bag (9) to the machine, simply attach the buckle to the top tube sec-
tion and pull the expanding bag opening over the leaf discharge point (11) on the bottom
of the motor casing (8). Click the bag opening into place and attach the second secur-
ing belt at the rear of the machine.

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Blower Vac 2400W Operation
VII. OPERATION
7.1 Steps prior to operation
Only operate the device after completely assembling it. Prior to each use, check
the power cord for signs of damage. Under no circumstances should the power
cord be used if it shows any signs of damage.
Ensure that the blower/vacuum is only connected to conventional sockets with a
240 V alternating current supply. Only use extension cables if they are really nec-
essary. The use of extension cables may cause a drop in voltage, which will result
in the tool not performing to its peak or the motor overheating.
7.2 Switching ON/OFF
Slide the ON/OFF switch (6) from OFF to ON position to start machine.
To stop the machine simply slide the ON / OFF switch (6) to position OFF.
7.3 Use/Operation
The easiest way to use the blower/vac is to place the shoulder strap (3) in a com-
fortable position over your shoulder and hold the rear handle at hip height so that
the majority of the tool’s weight rests on the rollers (13).
When using the blower/vac to pick up leaves it is best to move the tool on its
rollers (13). This ensures that the blower/vac is at the perfect height above the
ground. The blower/vac is designed only to pick up leaves. To avoid damage to
the tool that is not covered by the warranty, do not use it to pick up branches,
stones or other hard materials.
When using the tool as a leaf blower, always work away from solid objects such
as walls, fences, etc. Whilst you work do not place the blower/vac tube too close
to the leaves. The tool will be more effective if you keep it at a certain distance
away from the leaves and blow the leaves forwards.
7.4 Switching operating mode (Fig. 4 / Page 5)
To switch the tool from blower mode to vacuum mode, simply switch it OFF at the
main switch (6) and move the function selector lever (9) to the other position:
Up vac / Down blow
7.5 Leaf bag (Fig 5 / Page 5)
NOTE!Before you remove and empty the leaf bag (12) ensure that the tool has
been disconnected from the mains power supply.
To empty the leaf bag (12) simply open the zip fastener, empty the bag and then
close the zip fastener again
When the leaf bag is open you can also check the function of the blower vac’s
slide control.
If there is a blockage in the tool, check this function and remove the blockage.