Partner Tech GBV 345 User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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WARNING: This blower
can be dangerous! Careless
or improper use can
cause serious or even fatal
injury.
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the blower.
Approved protective goggles
or visor, ear protection, and
face mask in dusty e nvironments
must be worn.
Always wear approved,
protective gloves.
WARNI NG: Be sure the
bottom cover is secured or
the vacuum tube is properly
installed. Avoid the impeller
blade with your hand or any
foreign object.
Instructi ons on
how to open
vacuum inlet
cover.
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Failure to follow all
Safety Rules and Precautions can result in
serious injury.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
S Read your instruction manual carefully until
you completely understand and can follow all
warnings and safety rules before operating
the unit.
D Restrict unit to users who understand and will
follow all warnings and safety rules in this
manual.
WARNING: Inspect area before start-
ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects
such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or
damage during operation.
Use your unit as a blower for:
D Sweeping debris or grass clippings from
driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.
D Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into
piles, around joints, or between bricks.
Use your unit as a vacuum for:
D Picking up dry material suchas leaves, g rass,
small twigs, and bits of paper.
Use unleaded or quality
leaded petrol and two
stroke oil.
WARNING: The blow er may throw
objects at high v elocity that can
ricochet and hit the operator. Th is
may cause serio us eye damage .
WARNI NG: The muffler is very
hot during and after use. D o not
touch the muffler, muffler guard, or
surrounding surfaces, or allow
combustible materi al such as dry
grassorfueltodoso.
Thebloweroperatormustmakesure
that no by standers or a nimals come
nearer than 15 meters.
Whenever several operators are
working in the same wo rk area, they
should maintain a safe distance of at
least 15 meters from one another.
Sound pressure
level at 7,5 meters
D For best results during vacuum use, operate
your unit at high speed.
D Move slowly back and forth over the material
as you vacuum. Avoid forcing the unit into a
pile of debris as this can clog the unit.
D Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above
the grou n d fo r be st re sul t s.
Sound power
level
PLAN AHEAD
WARNING: This machine produces
an electromagnetic field during operation. Under
some circumstances, this field may interfere
with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatalinjury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult
their physician and the medical implant
manufacturer before operating this machine.
D Always wear eye and ear protection when
operating, servicing, or performing
maintenance on unit. Wearing eye protection
will help to prevent rocks or debris from being
blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which
can result in blindness and/or serious injury.
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
D Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals.
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D Always wear respirator or face mask when
working with unit in dusty environments.
D Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or
remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing
with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
D Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill,
upset, or if you are under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
D Keep children, bystanders, and animals away
from work area a minimum of 15 meters when
starting or operating unit. Do not point blower
nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
D Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame
(including smoking, open flames, or work that
can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
D Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store
fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an
approved, marked container for all fuel
purpo se s.
D Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the unit.
D Make sure the unit is properly assembled and
in good operating condition.
D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or
running.
D Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills
before starting engine.
D Move at least 3 meters away from fuel and
fueling site before starting engine.
D Always store petrol in a container approved
for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
WARNING: Stop the engine before
opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine
must be stopped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to avoid serious injury from the
rotating blades.
D This garden blower/vacuum is only designed
for blowing away or removal of leaves and
other debris on the ground.
D Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose,
missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until
unit is in proper working order.
D Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.
D Never start or run engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
D Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get
very hot during use and remain so for some
time after stopping. This also applies at idle
speed. Contact can result in burns to theskin.
Remember the risk of fire!
D To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear
rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves
while operating unit.
D Do not setunit on any surface except aclean,
hard area while engine is running. Debris
such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could
be picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through discharge opening, damaging unit,
property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.
D Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
unventilated areas or where explosive vapors
or carbon monoxide build up could be
present.
D Do not overreach or use from unstable
surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep
slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and
balance at all times.
D Never place objects inside the blower tubes;
always direct the blowing debris away from
people, animals, glass, andsolid objects such
as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of
air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be
thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or
animals, break glass, orcause other damage.
D Never run unit without the proper equipment
attached. When using your unit as a blower,
always install blower tubes. When using your
unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum
tubes and vacuum bag assembly. Make sure
vacuum bag assembly is completely zipped.
D Check air intake opening, blower tubes,
vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently,
always with engine stopped and spark plug
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge
tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air flow.
D Never place any object in the air intake
opening as this could restrict proper air flow
and cause damage to the unit.
D Never use forspreading chemicals, fertilizers,
or other substances which may contain toxic
materials.
D Toavoid spreading fire, donot use near leaf or
brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
D Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
D Have all maintenance other than the
recommended procedures described in the
instruction manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
D Disconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor
adjustments.
D Use only recommended Pa rtner replacement
parts; use of any other parts may void your
warranty and cause damage to your unit.
D Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use
up fuelleft incarburetor by starting engine and
letting it run until it stops.
D Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by
manufacturer for use with your unit.
D Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motor s or switch e s, fu rn aces, etc.
D Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
D Secure the machine during transport.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal
swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has
been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss of strength, change inskin
color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers,
hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool
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and seek medical attention. An antivibration
system does not guarantee the avoidance of
these problems. Users who operate power tools
WHAT IS WHAT?
on a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condition
of this tool.
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WHAT IS W HAT?
1. Throttle trigger 10. Lower blower tube
2. STOP switch 11. High--speed nozzle
3. Primer button 12. Elbow tube
4. Start lever 13. Vacuum bag
5. Fuel cap 14. Upper vacuum tube
6. Starter rope 15. Lower vacuum tube
7. V acuum handle 16. Throttle position lever
8. Spark plug 17. Instruction manual
9. Upper blower tube
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ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the following l ist.
S Blower
S Upper blower tube
S Lower blower tube
S High velocity nozzle
S Elbow tube
S Vacuum bag
S Upper vacuum tube
S Lower vacuum tube
S Screw for vacuum tube assembly
NOTE: It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle
in the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Stop engine and be sure
the impeller blades have stopped turning before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum or
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious injury. Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or accessing movable parts.
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat allsteps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and allfasteners are secure. Follow all safety informationin the manual andon
the unit.
D A standard screwdriver is required for as-
sembly.
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
1. Align the rib onthe upper blower tube with
the groove in the blower outlet; slide the
tube into place.
NOTE: The tube clamp bolt must be loose
enough to allow blower tube to be inserted in
blower outlet. Loosen the bolt by turning counterclockwise (do not remove nuts).
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