MTD 769-08370 User manual
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English
(Original operating instructions)
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(Notice d'instructions d'origine)
Deutsch
(Originalbetriebsanleitung)
Nederlands
(Originele gebruiksaanwijzing)
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(Istruzioni per l'uso originali)
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(Instrucciones de funcionamiento originales)
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(Originale driftsvejledning)
Norsk
(Originale driftsanvisningen)
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(Alkuperäinen käyttöohjekirja)
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(Instruções de serviço originais)
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English Operating manual
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Contents
Safe operating practices . . . . . . . 4
Operating and display elements . 6
Installation manual . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Maintenance and cleaning . . . . . 8
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Details on the ratings plate
Enter all information on the rating
plate of your unit in the following
field. You can find the rating plate
near the engine.
These specifications are very
important for subsequent
identification when ordering spare
parts and for customer service.
These and other details for your
appliance can be found on the
separate CE declaration of
conformity that forms an integral
part of these operating instructions.
Illustrations
Fold out the illustrated pages at the
start of the operating manual.
Graphical representations may
deviate in detail from the purchased
unit.
Safe operating practices
Using the unit correctly
This unit is designed exclusively for
use
– as a leaf vacuum/leaf blower
around the outside of the house
and in the garden,
– according to the descriptions and
safety instructions indicated in this
operating manual.
Any other use is not as intended.
Improper use is not covered by the
warranty and the manufacturer will
reject any liability. The user is liable
for all injuries to third parties and
damage to their property.
Operate the unit only in the technical
condition as stipulated and delivered
by the manufacturer.
Arbitrary changes to the unit will
exclude the manufacturer from any
liability for resulting injury and/or
damage.
Read all instructions before
operating
Please read these instructions
carefully. Familiarize yourself with
the operation and handling of the
unit.
Never allow children or other
persons to use the appliance
who do not know the operating
instructions.
Do not use this unit if you are tired
or ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
Children and young people under
16 years of age must not operate
the unit.
This unit is not designed to be
used by persons (including
children) who have limited
physical, sensory or mental
abilities or who have no
experience and/or knowledge of
the unit, unless they are
supervised by a person
responsible for their safety or they
have been instructed by the
person how to use the unit.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
Check the unit before using it.
Replace damaged parts. Ensure
that all connections are attached
and tight. If these instructions are
not followed, the user and
bystanders may be injured or the
unit damaged.
Always be aware of the risk of
injury to head, hands and feet.
Keep children, onlookers and
animals out of the area in which
you want to work. Keep children,
bystanders and animals at
a minimum distance of 15 m;
there is always a risk of bystan-
ders being hit by ejected objects.
Bystanders should wear eye
protection. If you are approached,
switch off the engine immediately .
Operating the unit
Use outdoors with the permitted
and appropriately identified con-
nection cable only, e.g. H07RN –
F 3 x 1,5 mm² (max. 25 m).
Connecting parts of connection
cables must be splash-proof and
made of rubber or covered with
rubber.
Before using the unit, always
check whether the connection
cable is damaged, brittle or
tangled.
Before using the unit, always
check whether the power cord
and mains plug are damaged.
Immediately have a damaged
cable replaced by a specialist
company.
To do this, switch off the unit and
pull out the mains plug. Use only
a connection cable which is in
perfect condition.
Never start the unit and never
leave it running in a closed room
or building. Use the unit outdoors
only.
Wear eye and ear protection when
using the unit. If working in a dusty
environment, wear a face or dust
mask. A long-sleeved shirt is
recommended.
Wear thick, long trousers, boots
and gloves.
Keep hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose
clothing, jewellery or long hair may
become caught by moving parts.
If required, wear a hair net.
Use this unit for its designated
purpose only.
Do not stretch too far over the
unit. Always have a secure footing
and keep your balance.
Do not use this unit unless it is fully
assembled. Do not use the unit
without attached vacuum/blow
pipe and vacuum bag. Check that
the vacuum bag is closed.
Never carry the unit by the power
cord.
Operating manual English
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Always guide the unit power cord
away from the unit to the rear.
Before carrying out any care and
maintenance work or installing
and removing the blow/vacuum
pipe and vacuum bag, switch off
the motor and pull the mains plug
out of the socket.
Operate the unit in daylight or
adequate artificial lighting only.
Avoid starting the unit
unintentionally. Be ready to
operate the unit as soon as you
switch it on. User and unit must be
in a stable position when the unit
is started. Follow the instructions
for starting and stopping the
engine.
If the unit hits or becomes
ensnared by a foreign object,
immediately switch off the engine
and check for damage. Before
checking the unit, pull the mains
plug out of the socket.
Never use the unit with loose or
damaged parts.
While the engine is running, never
place the unit on dusty or dirty
surfaces. Dirt, grass, foliage, etc.
may be drawn in and cause
injuries and/or damage the unit.
If there are any unusual vibrations,
immediately switch the motor off
and pull the mains plug out of the
socket. Check the unit for
damage. If the unit is damaged,
contact a specialist company.
Switch the motor off and pull the
mains plug out of the socket
before removing obstructions/
blockages, emptying the vacuum
bag or before carrying out any
work on the unit, e.g. checking,
cleaning, transporting, making
adjustments.
Keep hands, face and feet away
from all rotating parts. Do not
touch the rotor while it is rotating
and do not try to stop it either.
Never use this unit to spread
chemical products, fertilisers or
other substances which contain
toxic substances.
Do not put anything into the intake
opening by hand.
Do not use the unit in adverse
weather conditions, e.g. if there is
a probability of rain or a storm.
Keep away from naked flames,
avoid creating sparks and do not
smoke.
Using the unit as a blower
Never point the unit at persons,
pets or windows. Always blow in
a direction in which there are no
persons, animals or fragile, solid
surfaces (e.g. windows, walls,
cars).
Using the unit as a vacuum
This unit is used for collecting dry
materials, such as leaves, grass,
twigs and scraps of paper. Do not
attempt to draw in damp objects
or water, as the unit may be
damaged.
Do not vacuum up metal, pieces
of glass, etc., as the rotor could
be severely damaged as a result.
Do not draw in hot objects, such
as ash, embers, cigarettes, etc.
The vacuum bag could catch fire.
Other safety instructions
Before starting work, clear the
working area of all foreign objects
which may damage the unit or
which may cause injuries or
damage if blown away or ejected.
Before storing or transporting the
unit, leave the engine to cool
down.
Protect your unit while it is being
transported.
Store the unit in a dry, closed
room to prevent unauthorised use
or damage. Keep the unit away
from children.
Never douse or splash the unit
with water or other liquids. Keep
the unit dry, clean and free of dust.
Clean the unit after each use and
follow the instructions for cleaning
and storage.
Never use parts, accessories or
attachments which are not
authorised for this unit. Otherwise,
the user may be seriously injured
and the unit damaged. In addition,
your warranty may be deemed
null and void.
Therefore use original spare parts
and original accessories only or
spare parts and accessories
authorised by the manufacturer.
Never operate the unit with
a defective operating switch.
Have all repairs carried out by
a repair shop only.
Keep this manual. Read it
frequently and use it to instruct
other users. If you lend this unit to
somebody else, also include this
manual.
Operating times
Observe the national/municipal
regulations concerning times of use
(if required, ask your local authority).
Symbols on the appliance
This operating manual describes
safety and international symbols and
pictograms which may be displayed
on this unit. Read this user
handbook in order to familiarise
yourself with all safety, installation,
operating and repair instructions.
Attention!
Before starting up the
unit, read the
operating instructions!
Keep third parties
away from the danger
area!
Before carrying out
any work on the unit,
e.g. making
adjustments,cleaning,
checking, etc., switch
the unit off and pull out
the mains plug!
Risk of injury from
rotating parts!
Keep hands and feet
away from rotating
parts.
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Wear eye and ear
protection.
Do not use the unit in
the rain.
Vacuum operating mode
Blow operating mode
Ensure that these symbols on the
unit are always in a legible state.
Symbols used in this
manual
The following symbols are used in
this manual:
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Indicates important information and
application tips.
Disposal instructions
Dispose of packaging remnants, old
units, etc., in accordance with local
regulations.
Old electrical
equipment is
recyclable and
should therefore not
be thrown in the
dustbin!
We request that you support us with
your active contribution in the
conservation of resources and
protection of the environment and to
dispose of this unit at collection
points, if available.
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Fig. 1
1 Operating switch (On/Off switch)
2 Connector plug
3 Cable strain relief
4 Fastening hook at back
5 Vacuum bag
6Zip
7 Blow/vacuum selector lever
8 Fastening hook at front
9 Transport wheel (optional)
10 Blow opening
11 Intake opening
12 Vacuum/blow pipe
13 Shoulder strap
14 Grip knob
15 Handle
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Disposal instructions
Dispose of packaging remnants, old
units, etc., in accordance with local
regulations.
Installing and removing the
vacuum/blow pipe
Installation
Fig. 2a
1. Loosen screw on the unit and
remove.
2. Push vacuum/blow pipe (part a)
all the way into the housing
opening.
3. Screw the screw back in and
tighten, but not too tightly.
Fig. 2b
1. Loosen screw on the vacuum/
blow pipe and remove.
2. Push vacuum/blow pipe (part b)
all the way into the vacuum/blow
pipe (part a).
3. Screw the screw back in and
tighten, but not too tightly.
Attaching transport wheel
(optional)
Fig. 2c
1. Remove the screw.
2. Push transport wheel all the way
onto the vacuum/blow pipe.
3. Screw the screw back in and
tighten, but not too tightly.
However, tight enough so that
the transport wheel is situated
firmly on the vacuum/blow pipe!
Removal
Proceed in reverse sequence to
installation.
Installing and removing the
vacuum bag
Installation
Fig. 3
Hook vacuum bag onto the front
fastening hook (4).
Push the vacuum bag adapter (1)
onto the connection (2) on the
housing.
Press adapter until the catches (3)
on both sides engage.
Hook vacuum bag onto the back
fastening hook (5).
Removal
Fig. 4
Detach vacuum bag from the
back fastening hook.
Press the catches (1) on both
sides and remove the vacuum
bag.
Detach vacuum bag from the front
fastening hook.
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