RedMax GK-280 Owner's manual

OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
GK-280
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545212851 Rev. 2 3/1/10 BRW
DISPOSITIVO DE LIMPIEZA DE CANALONES
DISPOSITIF DE NETTOYEZ DES GOUTTIÈRES
GUTTER CLEAN-OUT ATTACHMENT
APPLICABLE MODELS:
HB280
MODÈLES APPLICABLES :
HB280
MODELOS APLICABLES:
HB280

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Note the following before
starting:
RedMax has a policy of continuous product
development and therefore reserves the right
to modify the design and appearance of
products without prior notice. Long--term
exposure to noise can result in permanent
hearing impairment. Always use approved
hearing protection.
Read through the operator’s manual
carefully and understand the content
before using the machine.
These instructions supplement the in-
structions that were included with the
machine. For other procedures, please
refer to the operating instructions for
the machine.
Contents
Introduction 22...................
Key to symbols 22..................
Safety instructions 23...............
Description 24.....................
Assembly 25.......................
Use 26.............................
WARNING: Under no circum-
stances may the design of the
machine be modified without the
permission of the manufacturer.
Always use genuine accessories.
Non--authorized modifications
and/or accessories can result
in serious personal injury or the
death of the operator or others.
Your warranty may not cover
damage or liability caused by the
use of non--authorized accesso-
ries or replacement parts.
Symbols
CONTENTS KEY TO SYMBOLS
WARNING! The blower can be
dangerous! Careless or improper
use can cause serious, even
fatal injury.
Read the operator’s manual
carefully and make sure that you
understand the contents before
using the blower.
Approved protective
goggles or visor, ear protection,
and face mask in dusty environ-
ments must be worn.
WARNING! Never touch the im-
peller unless the unit is off, the im-
peller has stopped moving and the
spark plug is disconnected.
Always wear approved, protective
gloves.
WARNING! The blower may
throw objects at high velocity that
can ricochet and hit the operator.
This may cause serious eye dam-
age.
The blower operator must make
sure that no bystanders or ani-
mals come nearer than 50 feet
(15 meters). Whenever several
operators are working in the
same work area, they should
maintain a safe distance of at
least 50 feet (15 meters) from
one another.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety while operating the
blower
SDo not allow bystanders or animals to be
in the work area, i.e. 50 feet (15 meters)
from the operator.
SThe blower may throw objects at high
velocity that can ricochet and hit the opera-
tor. This may cause serious eye damage.
SNever point the blower nozzle toward
people or animals.
SStop the engine before fitting or disman-
tling accessories or other components.
SNever operate the blower if any of the
guards are missing.
SNever operate the blower in poorly venti-
lated spaces where exhaust fumes might
otherwise be inhaled.
Personal safety equipment
Persons who use the blower shall wear the
following safety equipment:
1. Approved ear protection.
2. Approved eye protection.
3. Approved protective gloves.
4. Boots or work shoes with a non--slip sole.
5. Face mask when operating the blower in
dusty environments.
Personal safety
The following instructions apply to persons
operating the blower:
SThe operator shall have read and under-
stood the contents of this owner/operator
manual and the owner/operator manual
for the Model HB280 blower unit.
SDo not wear loose clothing, scarves or
neckchains or let long hair hang loose,
since these can be drawn into rotating
parts of the blower and cause injury.
SDo not operate the blower while under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or when
you are tired.
SDo not allow minors to operate the
blower.
SAlways have a first aid kit nearby.
SStop the engine before refueling. Move
the unit at least 10 feet (3 meters) from
fueling site before attempting to start.
SThe catalytic muffler is extremely hot
while the blower is running and after it
has stopped. The same applies when the
blower is running at idling speed. Be
aware of the danger of fire, especially
while operating the blower near flam-
mable materials and/or where flammable
fumes are present.
SBe careful, particularly if left hand opera-
tion is applied. Avoid any direct body
contact with inlet cover area. Keep jewel-
ry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely
hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc., away
from inlet cover area.
SDo not operate the blower while standing
on a ladder or a stand.
Other safety measures
SOperate the blower only at reasonable
hours, i.e. not early in the morning or late
at night when people might be disturbed.
Comply with times listed in local ordi-
nances. Usual recommendations are 9:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Satur-
day.
STo reduce sound levels, limit the number of
pieces of equipment used at any one time.
SOperate the blower at the lowest possible
throttle setting to do the job.
SCheck air intake opening and tubes fre-
quently, always with engine stopped and
spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and
discharge tubes free of debris which can
accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
SWatch out for children, pets, open windows
or vehicles, and blow debris safely away.
SAfter using the blower, clean up and
dispose of debris in trash receptacles.

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DESCRIPTION
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4
Part No. Description
1. 545142901 Elbow tube
2. 530094424 Pivot tube
3. 530094425 Extension tubes (4)
4. 530094426 Nozzle
5. 952701645 Goggles
2
5
1
Model GK--280 Gutter Clean--out Attachment -- Part No. 952711678

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ASSEMBLY
Fitting the various gutter kit tubes
WARNING: When fitting the
gutter kit tubes, the engine must be
switched off.
1. Remove tube clamp bolt.
2. Align slot in the blower air outlet with the
raised rib on the elbow tube (A) and in-
sert tube into outlet.
3. Re--insert tube clamp bolt and tighten.
4. Push the slotted end of the pivot tube (B)
over the elbow until the flange (C)
bottoms out in the elbow groove (D).
NOTE: Be sure flange snaps into groove.
5. Test rotating action of the pivot tube by ro-
tating the pivot tube right and left.
6.Assembleextensiontubesuptoatotalof
4, depending on the height of gutter to be
cleaned.
7. Thread nozzle onto the last tube.
NOTE: Make sure threaded joints (tubes
and nozzle) are securely tightened.
8. Align the tube assembly in a vertical
position.
9. Thread extension tube assembly onto
the end of the pivot tube.
B
C
D
A

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USE
Start the blower. Work according to the fol-
lowing instructions:
1. Support the gutter attachment with one
hand as soon as the engine or motor
starts.
2. Stand 3 to 4 feet (1 to 1,25 meters)
away from building.
3. Rotate the pivot tube to position the nozzle
right or left.
WARNING: Hold the unit as illus-
trated when starting. Do not set unit
on any surface except a clean, hard
area when starting and/or using the
unit. Debris such as gravel, sand,
dust, grass, etc could be picked up
by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, dam-
aging the unit or property, or causing
serious injury to bystanders or the
operator.
WARNING: Do not operate the
blower while standing on a ladder or
a stand.
WARNING: When working with
the blower, wear the required per-
sonal safety equipment:
1. Hearing protection.
2. Eye protection.
3. Protective gloves.
4. Face mask in dusty environments.
Cleaning gutters
Before cleaning gutters, put on the required
safety equipment.
NOTE: When starting the blower, lean the
top of the gutter attachment against a wall,
tree, etc., for support.
WARNING: To prevent personal
injury, follow all safety instructions
shown in this owner/operator
manual and the owner/operator
manual for the Model HB280 blower
unit.

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