Global Machinery Company ST1800 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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1800W

Blower Vacuum

ST1800

050903 PR ED01

Contents

Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete
satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass
manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our
required level of performance and you may need the
assistance of our service department.

This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home
domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If
found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the
tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced
free of charge with another of the same item. A small
freight charge may apply.

The warranty replacement unit is only made available by
returning the tool to the place of purchase with a
confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential.
We reserve the right to reject any claim where the
purchase cannot be verified.

This warranty does not include damage or defects to the
tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents,
alterations or commercial or business use.

It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the
tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place

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Conditions apply to the above warranty.
If you need direction of what constitutes a free of

charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on
the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as
to the types of claim that are permissible, and those
that are not.

Introduction 3
Environmental protection 3
Description of symbols 3
Specifications 3
Safety instructions 3
Additional safety rules for blower vacs 5
Know your product 7
Unpacking 8
Preparation of the blower vac prior to use 8
Fitting the blow/vac tube to the housing 8
Removing the blow/vac tube 8
To fit the collection bag 8
Fitting the auxiliary handle 8
Shoulder strap 9
Fitting the chute wheel assembly 9
Operation of the blower vac 9
Extension cord support 10
To select the blow operation 10
To select the vacuum operation 10
Important notes when using the

blower/vacuum selector lever 11
To empty the collection bag 11
Tips for using your blower vac 11
Maintenance and storage information 11
Replacement of the electrical supply cord 11

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Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information,
please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.
Phone [phone] in Australia or 0800 445 721 in
New Zealand.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent
GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance
criteria.

You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,
and, with proper care, it will give you many years of
dependable service

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Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings

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Your GMC power tool has many features that will make
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain
and operate

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Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of
disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses
and packaging should be sorted, taken to
the local recycling centre and disposed of
in an environmentally safe way.

Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These
represent important information about the product or
instructions on its use.

Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection.
Wear breathing protection.

Double insulated for
additional protection.

Conforms to relevant standards for
electromagnetic compatibility.

Specifications

Voltage: 230–240 Vac ~ 50Hz
Input power: 1800W
Speed: 15000 RPM
Maximum Air Speed: 240 km/h
Collection Bag Capacity: 35 Litre
Mulching Ratio: 10:1
Insulation: Double insulated
Weight 5kg

Safety instructions

The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose.
Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.

To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its potential
hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this
tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they
are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is

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also imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.

The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes
made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such
changes.

Warning. When using power tools, basic safety

precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.

1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work

areas and benches invite accidents and injury.

2. Consider the environment in which you are working.

Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations.
Keep the work area well lit. Do not expose power tools
to rain. Do not use power tools in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.

3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors

and onlookers, especially children and infirm persons,
should be kept well away from where you are working.
Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the
tool or extension cord.

4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be

locked up out of reach.

5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job

better and safer working at the rate for which it was
designed.

6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small

tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.

7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a
protective hair covering.

8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs

should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also
required if the operation creates dust.

9. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord

to disconnect the blower vac from the power point or
extension cable. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.

10. Do not overreach. Keep your footing secure and

balanced at all times.

11. Look after your tools. Keep tools sharp and clean for

better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
regarding lubrication and accessory changes. Inspect
tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.

12. Disconnect idle tools. Switch off before servicing,

when changing accessories and when the tool is not
in use.

13. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check to see

that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
the tool before switching on.

14. Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that

the switch is in the OFF position before connecting
the 240V power supply. Do not carry a tool with
the mains power connected with your finger on the
switch.

15. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use

common sense. Do not operate a power tool when
you are tired.

16. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool,

check that there are no damaged parts. If a part is
slightly damaged, carefully determine if it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, proper mounting and any
other conditions that may affect the operation of

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