IKRA IEBV 2600 E Manuel D'utilisation page 20

Intended use
The leaf vac is exclusively used in the two following ways:
1. As a leaf vac for vacuuming up dry leaves.
2. As a blower it is used to collect together dry leaves or
to remove them from inaccessible places (e.g. under
vehicles).
In suction mode it also works as a shredder, where the
volume of the leaves is reduced by a ratio of approx.
10:1 and takes up less space in the leaf collection bag
and the collected material is simultaneously prepared for
possible composting.
Each type of use other than those given in these instruc-
tions for use can damage the machine and cause serious
risk to the user.
Please always observe the safety instructions in order
to safeguard your guarantee claim and in the interests
of product safety. Due to the machine's design, we are
unable to fully exclude all residual risks.
Residual dangers
Residual risks always remain even if the hedge trimmer
is used properly. The following hazards may arise in con-
nection with the equipment's construction and layout:
1. Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is
used.
2. Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is
used.
3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the
equipment is used over a prolonged period or is not
properly guided and maintained.
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.
Preparing of the blower vac prior to use
Warning!
The Vac-Blower must not be used or switched on
until it has been fully assembled.
Assembly instructions (Fig.2 - 5)
• The suction/blowing pipes must be assembled before
the machine is used.
• Push two sections firmly together until the clip in the
moulding engages (Fig. 2).
• Slide the suction/blowing pipe into motor housing 1
(Fig.3).
• Tighten the 2 screws A and B (Fig. 2 and 3). Make
sure the suction/blowing pipes are firmly closed with
the motor housing (Fig. 3).
• Assemble the Wheel Bracket: Insert the wheel bracket
from the end Lower tube till it reach the rib position and
can not forward again (fig. 4).
• Locate one screw in the screw hole on wheel bracket.
Tighten the screw firmly (fig. 5).
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Fitting the collection bag (fig. 6 - 8)
• Attach the Vacuum bag to the hook on the suction/
blowing pipes (Fig. 6).
• Attach the push-on collection bag connector (6) to the
outlet tube of the housing. Push the fitting of the col-
lection bag directly onto the outlet until it "clicks" into
position (fig. 7).
• To remove the collection bag, disconnect the attach-
ments in the reserve order.
• When removing the fitting on the outlet, first depress
the two buttons on either side of the plastic connector
(fig. 8), and then pull.
Fitting the shoulder harness (fig. 9 and 10)
The Vacuum-Blower is provided with a shoulder harness
this is attached to the top of the main body of the Vacu-
um-Blower as shown. The shoulder harness is provided
to reduce fatigue and aid comfort when using the Vacu-
um-Blower. Never carry the belt diagonally over shoulder
and chest. Wear the strap only on one shoulder, in this
way you can remove the device in case of danger fast.
Before Starting
Only connect the device to a power source that is pro-
tected via a residual current protective device (RCD) with
a maximum release current of 30 mA.
Cable connection (Fig. 11)
Attach the extension to one side of the cable hook as
shown in Fig. 11.
Operation
Starting the Vacuum-Blower
To start the Vacuum-Blower ensure that the intermediate
suction/blower tube is fitted correctly.
Warning! Before selecting either the Vacuum or Blow
function ensure that the selector lever operates smoothly
and that it is not obstructed by debris from the previous
use. Select either the Vacuum or Blow function using the
selector lever on the side of the machine (3) and press
the switch button (2). If more power is required slide
the speed controller (8) from position "1" to position "6"
(Pic.12).
Stopping the Vacuum- Blower (Pic.12)
To turn off the machine you can simply release the switch.
Using the Vacuum-Blower
Do not attempt to pick up wet debris, allow fallen leaves
etc, to dry out before using the Vacuum Blower. The Vacu-
um-Blower can be used to blow debris from patios, paths,
driveways, lawns, bushes and borders. It will also pick up
leaves, paper, small twigs and wood chippings. When the
using the Vacuum Blower in Vacuum mode the debris is
sucked up the suction tube before being ejected into the
debris collection bag, as the debris passes through the
suction fan it is partially shredded. The shredded organic
debris is ideal to use as mulch around plants.
Warning! Any hard objects, such as stones, tin cans
glass etc, will damage the suction fan.
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