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Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

Operator’s manual

GBV 345

English

Summary of Contents for GBV 345

Page 1: ...Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Operator s manual GBV 345 English ...

Page 2: ...ge Sound pressure level at 7 5 metres When using the vacuum attachment the unit is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves grass small twigs and bits of paper Do not vacuum stones gravel metal broken glass etc to avoid severe damage to the impeller SAFETY RULES WARNING Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury KNOW YOUR UNIT S Read your instruction man...

Page 3: ...f 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...

Page 4: ...s hands and joints of peo ple prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in other wisehealthy people If symptoms occur suchas 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 and seek medical attention An antivibration system ...

Page 5: ...e the tube by turning the bolt clock wise 3 Align the slots on the lower blower tube with the tabs on the upper blower tube Upper Blower Tube Tab Lower Blower Tube Slot Tube clamp bolt and nut 4 Slide the lower blower tube onto the upper blower tube 5 Turn the lower blower tube clockwise until a click is felt to secure the lower blower tube to the upper blower tube NOTE When the upper and lower bl...

Page 6: ...cuum Inlet 4 Align the tabs on theinside ofthe vacuumin let with the slots on the upper vacuum tube Tab Slot 5 Push the upper vacuum tube into the vac uum inlet Turn the tube counterclockwise until a click is felt to secure the tube to the blower unit 6 Align slanted end of lower vacuum tube as shown Push lower vacuum tube into upper vacuum tube until the lower tube is securely seated in the upper...

Page 7: ...it the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time S To reduce noise levels operate power blowers at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job S Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be fore blowing S In dusty conditions slightly dampen sur faces or use a mister attachment when wa ter is available S Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden appli...

Page 8: ...rom people animals glass and solid objects Blower Vacuum STARTING POSITION WARNING When starting engine hold the unit as illustrated Do not set unit on any surface except a clean hard area when starting engine or while engineis running De bris such as gravel sand dust grass etc could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through the discharge opening damagingtheunitor property or causingse...

Page 9: ...use of vacuum bag if it is torn or damaged INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT LABELS S After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter gent S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth CLEAN AIR FILTER Air Filter Cover Air Filter Button A dirty air filter decreases engine perform ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions ...

Page 10: ...nd secure the unit be fore storing or transporting S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric mo tors or switches furnaces etc S Storeunitwithallguards inplace Positionunit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury S Store unit and fuel well out of thereach ofchil dren EXTERNAL SURFACES S If your ...

Page 11: ...re incorrect 3 Air filter dirty 4 Carburetor requires adjustment 1 Adjust choke 2 Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture 3 Clean or replace air filter 4 Contact an authorized service dealer Engine runs hot 1 Fuel mixture incorrect 2 Spark plug incorrect 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 4 Carbon build up TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING Always stop unitand disconnect spark plugbefore per...

Page 12: ... ahv eq at handles measured according to ISO 22867 m s2 Equipped with blower tubes and nozzle original right 10 1 Equipped with vacuum tubes original left right 8 2 10 4 Note 1 Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power LWA in conformity with EC directive 2000 14 EC Reported sound power level for the machine has been mea sured with the original cutting attachment that gives the hig...

Page 13: ...orised by Husqvarna Outdoor Products S The machine has not been used for hire Nothing contained in this warranty is in tended to purport to restrict modify or ex clude the operation of any legislation in the State where the product was pur chased The following items are not covered by this warranty S Normal customer maintenance items whichbecome wornthrough normalregular use including but not limi...

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