Yard force LB C20W User manual

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40V CORDLESS BLOWER/VACUUM
Original Instructions
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LB C20W
GY1782
READ & UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
SOLD SEPARATELY

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Read this manual carefully prior to assembling and
operating the product. It is dangerous to operate
this product without being familiar with these instructions.
Keep this manual in a safe place and have it ready for
future reference.
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LB C20W Original Instructions
CONTENT
Intended use 07
General safety warnings 07
Product safety warnings 12
Symbols 14
Technical data 16
Description of product 17
Assembly 18
Operation 18
Maintenance and storage 19
Troubleshooting 19
CE declaration 20
INTENDED USE
This device is suited solely for the vacuuming and blowing of light and dry materials
such as leaves, garden waste, grass, small branches, and small pieces of paper.
The device is intended for private use on private land only.
This product is not intended for commercial use. Generally acknowledged accident
prevention regulations and enclosed safety instructions must be observed.
Only perform work described in these instructions for use. Any other use is
improper. The manufacturer will not assume responsibility for damage resulting
from such use.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
• To operate this device safely, the user must have read
and understood these instructions for use before using
the device for the rst time.
• Observe all safety instructions! Failure to do so may
cause harm to you and others.
• Retain all instructions for use, and safety instructions
for future reference.
• If you sell or pass the device on, you must also hand
over these operating instructions.
• The device must only be used when it functions
properly. If the device or part of the device is defective,
have it repaired by a specialist.
• Never use the device in a room where there is a danger of
explosion or in the vicinity of ammable liquids or gases.
• Always ensure that a device which has been switched
off cannot be restarted unintentionally.
• Do not use devices with an on/off switch that does not
function correctly.
• Keep children away from the device! Keep the device
out of the way of children and other unauthorised
persons.
• Do not overload the device. Do not use the device for
purposes for which it is not intended.

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• Make sure to always wear the required personal
protective equipment.
• Exercise caution and only work when in good condition:
- if you are tired or ill.
- if you have ingested alcohol, medication or illegal drugs,
do not use the device, as you are not in a condition to
use it safely.
• This product is not intended to be used by persons
(including children) who are limited in their physical,
sensory or mental capacities or who lack experience and/
or knowledge of the product, unless they are supervised
or have been instructed on how to use the product by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Ensure that children are not able to play with the device.
• Always comply with all applicable domestic and
international safety, health, and working regulations.
Risks caused by vibrations
CAUTION! Risk of injury due to vibrations!
Vibrations may, in particular for persons with circulation
problems, cause damage to blood vessels and/or nerves.
If you notice any of the following symptoms, stop working
immediately and consult a doctor: Numbness of body
parts, loss of sense of feeling, itching, pins and needles,
pain, changes in skin colour.
The vibration values specied in the technical data
represent the main uses of the device. The actual existing
vibrations during use may deviate from these as a result
of the following factors:
• Incorrect use of the product;
• Unsuitable tools inserted;
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
• Unsuitable material;
• Insufcient maintenance.
You can reduce the risks considerably by following the
tips below:
– Maintain the device in accordance with the instructions
in the operating instructions.
– Avoid working at low temperatures.
– When it is cold, make sure your body and your hands in
particular, are kept warm.
– Take regular breaks and move your hands at the same
time to promote circulation.
Electrical safety
• The device may only be connected to a socket that is
correctly installed and grounded.
• The fuse must be a residual current circuitbreaker with
a measured residual current of no more than 30 mA.
• Make sure that the power supply corresponds with
the connection specications of the device before it is
connected.
• The tool may only be used within the specied
limitations for voltage and power (see type plate).
• Do not touch the mains plug with wet hands! Always
pull out the mains plug at the socket and not by the
cable.
• Do not bend, crush, pull or drive over the power cable,
protect from sharp edges, oil and heat.
• Do not lift the device using the cable or use the cable
for purposes other than intended.
• Check the plug and cable before each use.
• If the power cable is damaged immediately disconnect
the plug. Never use the device if the power cable is
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
damaged.
• If the device is not in use, make sure the plug is pulled
out.
• Make sure that the device is switched off before
plugging in the mains cable.
• Make sure that the device is switched off before
unplugging it.
• Disconnect the power supply before transporting the
device.
Handling rechargeable devices
• Danger of re! Only use batteries approved by the
manufacturer. Only use chargers approved by the
manufacturer. Keep battery away from metal objects that
could cause short circuiting when not in use. There is a
risk of injuries and res.
• Prior to connecting the charger, verify that the power
supply connection corresponds with the connecting data
of the device.
• The fuse must be a residual current circuitbreaker with
a measured residual current of no more than 30 mA.
• Only charge the battery in closed rooms.
• Ensure that the device is switched off before installing
the battery.
• Never switch on the device during the charging
process.
• Fluid can escape from the battery when used
incorrectly. Battery uid may result in skin irritations and
burns. Avoid contact! In the event of accidental contact,
rinse thoroughly with water. Immediately seek the aid of a
physician in the event of eye contact.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Maintenance
• Before conducting any maintenance on the device,
make sure the battery has been removed.
• Before conducting any maintenance on the device,
disconnect the mains plug.
• Only those maintenance and fault elimination tasks
described here may be carried out. Any other tasks must
be completed by a specialist.
• Only use original replacement parts. Only these
replacement parts are designed and suitable for the
device. Other replacement parts will not only lead to an
invalidation of the warranty, they may also endanger you
and your environment.
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PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS
• When working with the device, always maintain a safe
distance and natural body position.
• Always hold the device rmly in both hands.
• Before starting to work, check the working area for
animals and objects. Remove all objects that may be
slung away or become jammed in the cutting tool.
• Do not attempt to remove materials to be vacuumed
or to hold material already vacuumed when the motor
is running. Only remove any jammed material to be
vacuumed when the device is switched off.
• No other persons or animals may be present within an
area of 15 m around the vacuuming area, as they may
otherwise be injured by objects being slung away.
• Only work in well lit conditions where visibility is good.
• Do not work above head height! Do not lean forward
or back!
• The operator must wear tightly tting clothing. Avoid
wearing loose clothing. Wear sturdy shoes and long
trousers.
• Take care when walking backwards. Danger of
stumbling!
• Never work in the rain.
• Vacuuming or blowing of heavy materials such as metal,
stones, branches, r cones or broken glass is expressly
forbidden.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the vacuum
opening.
• When working with the device, ensure that there is
sufcient lighting.
• Always wear the required personal protective
equipment.
• Be careful of the dust you have raised and ying
objects. Especially dangerous is the rebound effect on
walls.
• Do not direct the device at people or animals when
vacuuming or blowing.
• Before starting to blow, loosen foreign bodies with a
rake or broom.
• The machine may only be operated during sensible
hours – not too early in the morning or too late in the
evening, as it may disturb other people.
• The times listed by the local authorities must be
adhered to.
• The whole blower nozzle piece must be used so that
the airstream can work close to the ground.
• Be aware of children and pets, close the windows and
blow the foreign bodies safely away.
• Remember that moving parts may also be located
behind ventilation and venting slots.
• Symbols which are on your device may not be removed
or covered. Notes on the device which are no longer
legible must be replaced immediately.

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SYMBOLS
Read the operating instructions before use!
Be careful when handling the device! Observe
all safety instructions in the instructions manual!
Don’t expose to rain.
Risk of injury due to ying parts!
Risk of injury caused by rotating machine parts!
Risk of injury caused by rotating machine parts!
When working with the device, wear eye and ear
protection.
Wear sturdy shoes when working with the device.
Wear protective gloves when working with the device.
Wear tightly tting clothing when working with the
device.
Guaranteed sound power level value is 98 dB.
SYMBOLS
Safety symbols
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention
to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the
explanations with them require your careful attention
and full understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by
themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and
warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety
instructions in this operators manual, including all safety
alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and
“CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re
and/or serious personal injury.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER,
WARNING, or CAUTION. May be used in conjunction
with other symbols or pictographs.
Symbol meaning
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may
appear on this product. Read, understand and follow
all instructions on the machine before attempting to
assemble and operate.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Model LB C20W
Mains voltage 40 V
max. blow speed 230 km/h
Bag content 45 l
Mulch ratio 8:1
Weight 3.15 kg
Sound pressure level: LpA* 75.8 dB(A) K=3 dB(A)
Sound power level: LwA** 95.3 dB(A) K=3 dB(A)
Vibration front handle 4 m/s2K=1.5 m/s2
*) The specied values are emission values and do not necessarily represent safe workplace
values. Although there is a correlation between emission and immission levels, this cannot be
used to infer whether additional safety measures are necessary or not.
Factors which affect the current immission levels at the workplace, include the type of room,
other sources of noise, e. g. the number of machines operating and other processes taking
place in the vicinity. Permitted workplace values can differ from country to country. This
information is designed to help the user to better assess the dangers and risks. Determination
of noise emission values in accordance with EN 60745-1.
**) The specied vibration emission value was measured in accordance with a normed test
procedure and can be used in order to compare one tool with another. The specied vibration
emission value can also be used for an introductory evaluation of the exposure. The vibration
emission value may uctuate from the specied value during actual use of the power tool.
These uctuations will depend on the way in which the power tool is used.
Try to keep vibrations to a minimum. One method of reducing the vibration load is, for
example, limiting the length of time you work with the tool. All parts of the operating cycle
must be taken into account for this purpose (for example, also including times in which the
power tool is switched off and times in which it is switched on, but is running without load).
Determination of vibration emission values in accordance with EN 60745-1.
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT
Parts description (Fig. A)
1. Rollers
2. Blower nozzle
3. Suction tube
4. Grip for front hand
5. On/Off switch
6. Grip for rear hand
7. Battery pack（Sold separately）
8. Adjustment lever (blowing, vacuuming)
9. Collection bag
Delivery contents (Fig. B)
Carefully unpack the appliance and check that it is complete. Dispose of the packaging
material correctly.
a. Original Instructions
b. Cordless Blower/Vacuum
c. Collection bag
d. Shoulder strap
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until these
parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal
injury.
NOTE: Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling guidelines.

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ASSEMBLY
Install the suction pipe and shoulder strap
1. Insert the suction pipe into the device and screw into place. (Fig. C)
2. Hook the shoulder strap onto the device as shown. (Fig. D)
OPERATION
To insert the battery pack (Fig. E)
1. Align the groove on the battery pack with the corresponding ribs in the receptacle of the
device.
2. Insert the battery pack with moderate force until it locks in to place.
To remove the battery pack from the tool
1. Press the battery pack release button. (Fig. F)
2. Remove the battery pack from the tool. (Fig. G)
Check before starting!
DANGER! Risk of injury! The device must only be put into operation if no faults are found. If
any part of the device is defective, it must be replaced before the next use.
Check the safety equipment and the safe condition of the device.
– Check all parts to make sure they t tightly.
– Check whether there are visible defects: broken parts, cracks, etc.
Attaching the collection bag (Fig. H)
1. Hook the front of the collection bag to the device as shown.
2. Insert the nozzle of the collection bag as far as it will go into the device
– Ensure that the bag has slotted into place securely.
Selecting the operating mode
– Set adjustment lever to vacuum [A] or blowr [B]. (Fig. I)
– When using as a leaf vacuum: insert the collection bag as shown into the device and ensure
that it clicks into place.
– When using as a leaf blower: press the unlocking button and remove the collection bag.
Switching on and off (Fig. J)
– Set the On/Off switch to position [1–5] to switch the appliance on.
– Set the On/Off switch to position [0] to switch the appliance off.
Note: Work with leaf blowers/vacuums may not be performed during normal quiet hours.
Setting the blower or vacuum speed
– Set the On/Off switch to the required blowing or vacuuming speed.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
DANGER! Risk of injury!
Switch off the product and disconnect the mains plug before all cleaning and maintenance
work. Wait untill all moving parts are completely stopped.
Cleaning the device
• Brush off coarse dirt.
• Wipe down the device with a slightly damp cloth.
• Clean the collection bag regularly
Removing the collection bag
– Press the unlocking button and remove the collection bag.
Storage, transport
Storage
DANGER! Risk of injury! Make sure that unauthorized persons do not have access to the
device!
• Store the device in a dry place.
• Empty the collection bag before storing.
Transport
• Secure the device against slipping.
• If possible, use the original packaging for dispatching.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Fault/malfunction Cause Remedial measure
Motor not running
Battery pack discharged? Fully charge the battery pack
Battery pack is not
connected correctly Install the battery pack once again
Blower/Vacuum not power-
ful enough
Collection bag full? Empty Collection bag
Suction speed too low? Adjust the speed setting