Global Machinery Company Blower ST1800 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
1800W  
Blower Vacuum  
• Melbourne • Perth • Auckland • Hong Kong • Shanghai  
ST1800  
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050903 PR ED01  
Description of symbols  
Dear Customer  
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These  
represent important information about the product or  
instructions on its use.  
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 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in  
New Zealand.  
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Wear breathing protection.  
Introduction  
Double insulated for  
additional protection.  
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.  
Conforms to relevant standards for  
electromagnetic compatibility.  
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,  
and, with proper care, it will give you many years of  
dependable service.  
Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction  
Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take  
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.  
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.  
Specifications  
Voltage:  
230–240 Vac ~ 50Hz  
1800W  
15000 RPM  
240 km/h  
35 Litre  
10:1  
Double insulated  
5kg  
Input power:  
Speed:  
Maximum Air Speed:  
Collection Bag Capacity:  
Mulching Ratio:  
Insulation:  
Weight  
Environmental protection  
Safety instructions  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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  
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.  
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.  
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  
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.  
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the tool. A part that is damaged should be properly  
repaired or replaced by an authorised service facility,  
unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual.  
Defective switches must be replaced by an authorised  
service facility. Do not use a tool if the switch does  
not turn the tool on and off correctly.  
distance of at least 5m from other people when using  
the tool.  
Never direct the blower tube towards bystanders or pets.  
Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders or pets.  
Do not handle the plug or the tool with wet hands and  
do not use the tool in the rain.  
Ensure that the extension lead is secured in a manner  
that prevents it form disconnecting from the plug whilst  
in use.  
17. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact  
with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators,  
cookers and refrigerator enclosures.  
18. Use only approved parts. When servicing, use only  
identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service  
facility to fit replacement parts.  
19. Warning. The use of any accessory or attachment  
other than those recommended in this instruction  
manual may present a risk of personal injury.  
20. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This  
electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety  
requirements. Repair should only be carried out by  
qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise  
this may result in considerable danger to the user.  
Keep all the air intakes and the blower tube free of  
dust, lint, hair and other material that may cause a  
reduction in air flow.  
Keep a balanced and stable stance while using the tool.  
Do not switch on the tool in enclosed or poorly  
ventilated spaces or in the presence of inflammable  
and/or explosive substances such as liquids, gasses and  
powders.  
Only operate the tool during broad daylight or with  
adequate artificial light.  
When the tool is not in use, store it in a dry place and  
out of reach of children.  
After use, disconnect the tool from the power supply  
and check for damage. If you have the slightest doubts,  
contact an authorised service centre.  
Only use the tool according to the instructions given in  
this manual.  
Check regularly that the screws are tight.  
Additional safety rules for blower vacs  
Always wear adequate protective clothing when  
operating the tool to avoid injuries to face, eyes, hands,  
feet, head or hearing. Use safety glasses or a face  
shield, high boots or sturdy shoes, long trousers, work  
gloves, a hard hat and ear defenders.  
Do not start the tool when it is upside down or when it  
is not in the operating position.  
Use only spare parts and accessories recommended by  
the manufacturer.  
Do not try to repair the tool or access internal parts.  
Contact authorised service centres only.  
Switch the motor off and remove the plug when the  
tool is not being used, left unattended, being cleaned,  
being moved from one place to another or when the  
extension cord is entangled or damaged.  
Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what  
you are doing. Use common sense. Never operate the  
tool when you are tired, sick or under the influence of  
alcohol or other drugs.  
Use only outdoor rated extension leads that are so  
marked. Keep the extension cord away from heat, oil  
and sharp edges.  
Do not operate the tool near people, especially children  
or pets. Turn it off if they get too close. Maintain a safe  
Do not operate this appliance with long loose hair or  
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loose fitting jewellery. Tie long loose hair back and  
remove loose fitting jewellery.  
Do not allow the blower vac to pick up any burning or  
smoldering materials like ashes, cigarette butts etc.  
Do not attempt to pick up breakable objects like glass,  
plastics, china etc.  
Do not use in vaccum operation without the collection  
bag fitted.  
Do not use the blower vac in either the vaccum or the  
blow position on gravel surfaces.  
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Know your product  
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1. On/off switch  
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2. Blower/vacuum selector lever  
3. Rubber grip handle  
4. Auxiliary handle  
5. Collection bag  
6. Cord support  
7. Auxiliary handle adjusting knob  
8. Tube retaining clip (upper)  
9. Tube retaining clip (Lower)  
10. Shoulder strap attachment location  
11. Chute wheel  
12. Housing  
13. Shoulder strap (not shown)  
14. Blow/vac tube  
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Unpacking  
To fit the collection bag  
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.  
Prior to fitting the collection bag, the blow/vac tube must  
be fitted to the housing.  
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Preparation of the blower vac prior to use  
The ST1800 blower vac requires some assembly prior to  
use for the first time.  
This includes the fitting of the blow/vac tube to the  
housing, fitting the chute wheel assembly and the fitting  
of the collection bag.  
a
c
b
1. Attach the strap (1) to the hook underneath the blow/  
vac tube (a).  
2. Attach the push-on plastic connector (2) to the outlet  
tube of the housing (b). Push the fitting of the  
collection bag directly onto the outlet until it “clicks”  
into position.  
This section also covers the fitting and removal of the  
shoulder strap, and adjustment of the auxilary handle.  
Fitting the blow/vac tube to the housing  
1. To fit the blow/vac tube into the housing, first move  
the upper and lower retaining clips away from the entry  
point of the housing.  
3. Connect the last strap (3) onto the hook on the  
underside of the blower vac housing (c).  
To remove the collection bag,  
disconnect the attachments in  
the reverse order.  
2. Fit the tube into the entry of the housing with the  
large round tube section upper most in the housing.  
3. Push the tube fully into the housing.  
When removing the fitting on  
the outlet, first depress the two  
buttons as indicated, and then  
pull downwards on the fitting.  
Finally, remove the strap from  
the hook under the blow/vac  
tube.  
4. Move the upper retaining clip down on to the tube, and  
push the rubber section over the raised section of the  
tube. Repeat the same for the lower retaining clip.  
5. The blow/vac tube is now securely in place.  
Removing the blow/vac tube  
1. Grasp the rubber tab on the upper and lower retaining  
clip and pull away from the tube. This releases the  
retaining clips.  
2. Slide the tube outwards from the housing using a slight  
wobble type action.  
Fitting the auxiliary handle  
For full control of the blower vac during use the auxiliary  
handle should always be fitted and adjusted to the most  
suitable position for the operator.  
1. To fit the handle to the housing, fully unscrew and  
remove the adjusting knob and bolt from the auxiliary  
handle.  
Note. The blower vac will not operate if the blow/vac  
tube is not correctly fitted. This is a safety feature to  
prevent accidental contact with the impellor.  
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2. Slide the auxiliary handle over the housing as per the  
attached diagram, ensuring the handle is orientated so  
as the serrated or pattern surface aligns with the same  
pattern surface on the housing.  
3. Fit the auxiliary locking knob and bolt through the  
handle and housing from the left hand side of the  
blower vac (same side as the blower vacuum selector)  
and tighten in a clockwise direction.  
4. To adjust the angle of the handle, loosen the auxiliary  
locking knob (rotate in an anti-clockwise direction) and  
move the handle to the preferred position and then  
tighten the knob firmly.  
from the end of the underside of the blow/vac tube.  
1. Loosen the clamp screw 2–3 full turns. (it is not  
necessary to remove the clamp screw completely)  
2. Slide the chute wheel assembly onto the mounting  
section at the end of the blow/vac tube.  
3. Position the chute wheel assembly to the desired  
location and then tighten the clamp screw.  
4. To adjust the position of the chute wheel assembly,  
loosen the clamp screw 2–3 turns and reposition  
the chute wheel assembly by sliding it backwards or  
forwards.  
5. Retighten the clamp screw when the chute wheel  
assembly is repositioned.  
Shoulder strap  
Your ST1800 blower vac is supplied with a shoulder strap  
to assist with user comfort during use. The strap assembly  
can be fitted or removed from the top of the housing via  
the metal buckle on the end of the strap.  
Operation of the blower vac  
Prior to using the blower vac, ensure you have read and  
understood this instruction manual.  
Ensure you are wearing suitable clothing and also safety  
equipment like safety glasses, ear protection and a mask  
if necessary.  
Ensure the attachments to the blower vac are correctly  
fitted and adjusted.  
Be aware of other people and animals in the area where  
you are to be operating the blower vac.  
To turn the blower vac on  
1. Check the on/off switch is in the off position. This is where  
the slide switch is in the back position and the letter “O” is  
displayed towards the front of the slide switch.  
2. Plug the power cord into an approved electrical  
extension cord, and turn the extension cord on.  
3. Ensuring the blower vac is directed in a safe direction,  
push the on/off switch forward and the blower vac  
will start. The letter “I” will be displayed on the rear  
section of the slide switch when the switch is in the  
“on” position.  
1. To open the buckle, remove the small retaining screw  
and washer, which retains the buckle pin in position.  
After removing the small screw & washer, remove the  
larger pin from the buckle. If the buckle was on the  
hosing, by removing the pin, the buckle will be free of  
the housing.  
2. If you are fitting the buckle to the housing, slide  
the pin through the one side of the buckle and then  
through the housing. On the other side of the housing  
allow the pin to again pass through the hole in the  
buckle. Fit the small washer on to the retaining screw,  
and fit the screw into the end of the pin and tighten  
firmly.  
3. To adjust the length of the shoulder strap, slide the  
plastic adjusting buckle up or down the strap,  
A quick release is also fitted to the strap which allows the  
strap to be opened, but does not allow the strap to be  
removed from the blower vac.  
Fitting the chute wheel assembly  
The chute wheel assembly can be easily fitted or removed  
Be sure to be holding the blower vac firmly on start up.  
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While in the “on” position, the blower vac will continue  
to operate without the need to hold the switch in the  
“on” position.  
5. To seat the cable firmly, gently pull one of the two  
lengths of extension cable on the right hand side of the  
blower vac.  
To turn the blower vac off  
6. After, and only after the cable is correctly seated, plug  
the blower vac plug into the socket of the extension  
cable.  
To turn the blower vac “off”, slide the on/off switch  
backward and this will turn the blower vac off. In the off  
position the letter “O” will be displayed towards the front  
of the switch.  
Important. After you have turned the blower vac off, do  
not leave the product until the blower vac has been fully  
disconnected from the electrical supply.  
To select the blow operation  
1. Move the selector lever  
towards the back of the  
housing.  
When the blow operation  
is selected, air is drawn up  
through the large blow/vac tube  
and then expelled at a much  
higher velocity in the lower  
cavity below the blow/vac tube.  
Ensure when the blow operation is selected the blower  
vac is pointed, directed and used in a safe manner. Do  
not direct the air flow from this blower vac directly or  
indirectly towards another person.  
Extension cord support  
During use of the blower vac, the extension cord will  
continually be pulled as you move from one area to another.  
An extension cord support has been provided on the  
housing of the blower vac to assist in preventing the  
electrical connection between the extension cord and  
blower vac plug being forced apart.  
Note. The support is for the extension cord, and not the  
cable from the blower vac.  
To select the vacuum operation  
1. Push the selector lever  
forward.  
1. To fit the extension cord to the support, make a tight  
loop in the extension cord, approximately 300mm from  
the socket on the extension cord.  
2. Fit the loop into the square recess in the back portion  
of the blower vac on the right hand side.  
3. Push the loop all the way through the housing by  
approximately 25mm.  
4. Push each side of the loop downwards so each side of  
the loop fits into the round cut away section.  
When the vacuum operation is  
selected, air and debris is drawn  
up through the large vac tube,  
and forced through the mulching  
impellor.  
The debris is mulched and then  
blown down into the collection  
bag.  
Important. Always ensure the collection bag is correctly  
attached as per the “Fitting the collection bag” section in  
this manual.  
Always be aware of what is being drawn up into the  
blow/vac tube. This product is only designed for garden  
debris like leaves, twigs and garden cuttings.  
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attempt to mulch any material than general garden  
debris.  
For better performance and comfort, it is recommended  
the collection bag is emptied when it becomes  
approximately half full. This reduces the weight and  
also allows the vac operation to perform at its highest  
level.  
Important notes when using the blower/  
vacuum selector lever  
Do not force the lever. The lever should move with  
very little resistance. If the lever is difficult to move,  
disconnect the power supply, remove the collection bag  
and ensure debris, dirt or mud has not jammed the lever  
inside the large round outlet.  
When selecting either of the operations, ensure the  
selector lever is fully in one position or the other, not  
half way.  
Maintenance and storage information  
Prior to cleaning or any maintenance, always ensure the  
power plug has been removed from the electrical power  
supply.  
When you have finished using the blower vac, always  
check to make sure the product is clean and free of dirt  
and debris. This is important around the selector lever flap  
which is just inside the round outlet. To check this area,  
remove the collection bag and ensure this area inside the  
outlet tube is free of debris and dirt.  
To empty the collection bag  
The collection bag is attached to the blower vac in 3  
places. It is not necessary to remove the collection bag  
from the blower vac when the bag needs to be emptied.  
The rear of the bag is fitted with a full length zip.  
Simply open the zip and empty the contents.  
Ensure to close the zip prior to operating the blower vac.  
Operate the selector lever backwards and forwards to  
ensure correct operation.  
Do not hose or submerge any part of the blower vac.  
Do not use solvents to clean the blower vac.  
Tips for using your blower vac  
The following points may assist you in the operation of  
the blower vac.  
Store the blower vac in a dry place, and out of reach of  
children.  
Always try and vacuum dry leaves, cuttings or general  
garden debris.  
Wet material is difficult to mulch and also can cause  
the blower vac to clog.  
If the leaves etc. are damp, then use the blower vac in  
blow selection to pile the leaves etc. into one area, vac  
and mulch the leaves when dry.  
Replacement of the electrical supply cord  
If the supply cord of this product is damaged, it must  
be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent, or  
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.  
Avoid using the vac on areas where there are stones,  
or other hard objects. These objects will damage the  
impellor of the blower vac.  
It is also advisable not to allow the blower vac to  
pick up soil. Soil generally contains moisture and  
when combined with other garden debris can clog the  
blower vac.  
The blower vac is not a garbage disposal unit. Do not  
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Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual  
before using this product.  
With continuing product development changes may  
have occurred which render the product received  
slightly different to that shown in this instruction  
manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to  
Before returning this product for a  
Warranty Claim or any other reason  
Please Call 1300 880 001 (Australia)  
or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand)  
change specifications without notice. Note:  
Specifications may differ from country to country.  
When you make your call, please have  
the following information at hand:  
GMC Product Type GMC Product Code  
A GMC Service Engineer will take your call and, in  
most cases, will be able to solve your problem over  
the phone.  
The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to  
7pm, 7 days a week (EST). This allows you  
to contact GMC directly with any queries and  
technical questions you have regarding  
our products.  
You are welcome to use this phone-in service to  
make suggestions or give comments about any  
GMC product.  
16 Scammel Street, Campbellfield  
Victoria, Australia 3061  
Tel: (03) 9303 2133  
Fax: (03) 9308 7822  
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