2400W
ULTRA LIGHT
BLOWER/VACU
ULB2400
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Code: ULB2400
Date: 070102
Black
Cyan
Magenta
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Edition: 08
Op: AB
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Description of symbols
Introduction
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These
represent important information about the product or
instructions on its use.
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.
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.
Wear eye protection.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear breathing protection.
Double insulated for
additional protection.
Conforms to relevant standards for
electromagnetic compatibility.
Warning.
Read the instruction manual carefully.
Environmental protection
Do not use in the rain, or leave outside while it
is raining.
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.
WARNING. Keep spectators away. Beware of
objects being flung out.
WARNING. Remove the plug from the
wall socket before carrying out any kind of
maintenance.
Specifications
Voltage:
230–240 Vac ~ 50Hz
2400W
Input power:
Speed:
-1
13000 min
Maximum Air Speed:
Collection Bag Capacity:
Mulching Ratio:
Insulation:
200 km/h
25 Litre
10:1
Double insulated
4.2 kg
Weight:
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Personal safety
Safety instructions
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING. Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term
“power tool” in all of the warnings below refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or plugging in power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
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Work area
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark
areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure that these
are connected and properly used. Use of these devices
can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use
of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
Power tool use and care
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
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• Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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.
• 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 operate the tool near people, especially children
or pets. Turn it off if they get too close. Maintain a safe
distance of at least 5m from other people when using
the tool.
• Never direct the blower tube or blow debris towards
bystanders or pets.
• The operator is responsible for accidents or hazards
occuring to other people or their property.
• Do not handle the plug or the tool with wet hands and
do not use the tool in the rain.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
• Use only outdoor rated extension leads that are so
marked. Keep the extension cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
Service
• Ensure that the extension lead is secured in a manner
that prevents it form disconnecting from the plug whilst
in use.
• 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.
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
• Keep a balanced and stable stance while using the tool.
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• 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.
• 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.
• Do not operate this appliance with long loose hair or
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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Only operate the tool during broad daylight or with
adequate artificial light.
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Know your product
1. Lock-off switch
1
2
4
2. Trigger switch
3. Blower/vacuum selector lever
4. Rubber grip handle
5. Auxiliary handle
6. Collection bag
7. Cord support
8. Auxiliary handle adjusting kno
9. Patio head
5
8
10
7
10. Housing
11. Blow/vac tube
3
6
11
9
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Unpacking
Fitting the auxiliary handle
For full control of the blower vac 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.
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.
2.Slide the auxiliary handle over the housing, ensuring
handle is orientated so as the serrated or pattern
surface aligns with the same pattern surface on the
housing.
Fitting the collection bag
Prior to fitting the collection
A
bag, the blow/vac tube must
be fitted to the housing.
3.Fit the auxiliary locking
1.Attach the strap on the
collection bag to the hook
underneath the blow/vac
tube (fig A).
2.Attach the plastic
connector to the outlet
in the housing, ensuring
that the latch at the back
‘clicks’ into position
(fig B).
A
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 (fig A).
B
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.
To remove the collection bag,
disconnect the attachments
in the reverse order.
Fitting the patio head
The patio head can be easily fitted or removed from the
blow/vac tube.
1.Hold the blower/vac upside
down so you are looking
A
down into the blow/vac
tube.
2.Ensure the patio head is
the correct way up, with
the oval indentation facing
down. (fig A)
3.Firmly press the patio head
into the blow/vac tube till
it click’s into position.
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Extension cord support
During use of the blower vac, the extension cord will
continually be pulled as you move from one area to another.
Operation of the blower vac
Prior to using the blower vac, ensure you have read and
understood this instruction manual.
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.
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.
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.Plug the power cord into an approved electrical
extension cord, and turn the extension cord on.
2. Fit the loop into the
A
square recess in the back
portion of the blower vac
on the underside of the
housing (fig A).
2.Ensuring the blower vac is
A
directed in a safe direction,
push the lock-off switch
forward and depress the
trigger switch, the blower
vac will start (fig A).
3. Push the loop all the way
through the housing by
approximately 25mm.
While holding the trigger
switch the blower vac will
continue to operate without
the need to hold the lock-off
switch.
4. Push each side of the loop
downwards so each side of
the loop fits over the hook
inside the recess (fig B).
B
5. 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
To turn the blower vac “off”, simply release the trigger 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.
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To select the blow operation
Important notes when using the
blower/vacuum selector lever
1.Move the selector lever
towards the back of the
housing (fig A).
A
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.
When selecting either of the operations, ensure the
selector lever is fully in one position or the other, not
half way.
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.
To empty the collection bag
The collection bag is attached to the blower vac in 2
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.
To select the vacuum operation
1. Push the selector lever
forward (fig A).
A
Tips for using your blower vac
The following points may assist you in the operation of
the blower vac.
• 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.
• 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.
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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• The blower vac is not a garbage disposal unit. Do not
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.
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.
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.
Store the blower vac in a dry place, and out of reach of
children.
Power cord maintenance
If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be
carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s
agent, or an authorised service centre in order to avoid
a safety hazard.
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GMC customer assist
If your product needs repairing, replacing,
technical service or you simply need help or advice,
please contact us on our Customer Assist Line
1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).
For prompt service we suggest you log your service request
access to the Internet, please contact our service department
on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).
7am –7pm, 7days a week (AEST).
Please note that if repair or replacement is required,
you must provide a valid original purchase receipt.
You will need the following details at hand to log your service request;
Personal details: First & Last name, address, pick up address,
contact phone numbers, email address
Product details: Product number, date of purchase, retailer bought from,
State & postcode, receipt number, reason for the request,
copy of official purchase receipt
Attach your purchase receipt and save with this Manual for future reference.
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