Maintenance - EarthWise LBVM2202 Owner's Manual

SELECTING THE OPERATING MODE (Fig. 10)
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Set the selection lever to the desired operating mode.
NOTE: The selection lever can also be adjusted during operation.
Turn the selection lever, always ensuring that it engages with the
corresponding symbol. Never
move the selection lever to an
intermediate position.
- Vacuum function: Set the
selection lever to position (1).
-
Blow function: Set the
selection lever to position (2).
TO TURN THE TOOL ON
( Fig. 11)
Select the required
operating mode. Turn the
rotary switch backwards
(1) to turn he unit on. The
further back, the higher
the motor speed. The
blower is ready for use.
TO TURN THE TOOL
OFF
To switch the blower off, turn the rotary switch fully to the front,
until it locks in place.
WARNING: Do Not use the blower with any type of accessory or
attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.
USING THE BLOW FUNCTION
Use in areas which are difficult to clean: e.g. flowerbeds,
shrubbery, trees, around house corners, grating and fences.
Perform movements from one side to another. Keep the collected
pile of waste in front of you.
If you drop the blower, carefully inspect it for damage. If the tube is
broken, housing cracked, or handles broken or if you see any
other condition that may affect the blower's operation, call our
customer service help line at 1-800-633-1501 for assistance.
To clean the tool, make sure the batteries are detached from the
unit, then use only mild soap and a damp cloth. Never let any
liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a
liquid.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by an
authorized service center or other qualified service organization,
always using identical replacement parts.
CAUTION: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can damage,
weaken or destroy plastic.
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which
greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals Do not store the tool
on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
Cleaning the vacuum bag
After using the device, always empty and shake out the dust
bag.
NOTE:Wear protective goggles and a dust mask for this task.
Once per month (or more often if required) wash the vacuum
bag:
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Empty the vacuum bag thoroughly.
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Turn the vacuum bag inside out.
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Shake out vacuum bag.
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Clean vacuum bag with a soap solution.
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Leave the vacuum bag to dry.
OPERATING
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MAINTENANCE

Adjust the speed with the rotary speed controller if more power is
required.
USING THE VACUUM FUNCTION
For areas which are difficult to clean, such as flowerbeds,
shrubbery, house corners, etc. Perform lateral movements or use
the device on the transport wheel for collecting light material.
Leaves and twigs are vacuumed up and crushed. The vacuum bag
can then hold more material. Empty the vacuum bag when full.
WARNING: After batteries have been fully depleted, make sure the
on/ff rotary switch is in the "OFF" position.
EMPTYING THE VACUUM BAG
Emptying without moving the vacuum bag
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Open the zip on the vacuum bag.
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Empty the vacuum bag in accordance with local regulations.
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Shut the zip.
Emptying with moving the vacuum bag (Fig. 12)
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Press the vacuum bag release mechanism and pull off the
vacuum bag.
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Release the fixing hooks of the vacuum bag.
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Open the zip on the
vacuum bag.
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Empty the vacuum bag
in accordance with local
regulations.
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After emptying the
vacuum bag, shake it
thoroughly to remove
dust and dirt from the
fabric.
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Shut the zip and reattach
the vacuum bag to the device.
Cleaning the blow/vacuum turbine (Fig. 13)
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Loosen the fixing screws.
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Open the cover.
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Remove deposits, soiling or
clogging with a brush, a dry
cloth or compressed air.
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Shut the cover back on
re-apply the fixing screws.
Transport and storage
Transport
Secure the device sufficiently to prevent its unintentional slipping if you
are transporting it in or on a motor vehicle.
Storage
Thoroughly clean your device at the end of each season.
Always store the device in a dry and safe location that is inaccessible to
children.
Store the battery packs and tool separately.
Store the battery packs in a cool and dry location. Recommended
storage temperature approx. 18°C.
Keep the device and especially its plastic components away from brake
fluids, petrol, mineral oil containing products, penetrating oils etc. They
contain chemical substances that can damage, attack or destroy the
plastic components of the leaf vacuum/blower.
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain substances that may
have a highly corrosive effect on the metal parts of the device.
Therefore do not store your device near to these
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substances.