Gude GPR 821 PRO Petrol Post Driver Instruction

Gude GPR 821 PRO Petrol Post Driver Instruction

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Table of Contents

Fuel tank filling

Oil level inspection

Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add engine oil if necessary. Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add engine oil if necessary.

⚠ To ensure quality, every piece of equipment is subject to a test operation and filled with motor oil. Oil is drained before transport; however, there can be some motor oil remains on the dip stick. Please check carefully the oil level and add motor oil again. 5 – 6

Operation

Air filter

Spark plug

Cleaning / Maintenance

Technical Data

WARNING: The vibration emission level will vary because of the ways in which a power tool can be used and may increase above the level given in this information sheet. The vibration emission level may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. An accurate estimate of the vibratory load should also take into account the times when the tool is shut down or when it is running but not actually in use. This may significantly reduce the vibratory load over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm, organisation of work patterns.

Read and understand the operating instructions before using the appliance. Familiarise with the control elements and how to use the appliance properly. Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service manual. Act responsibly toward third parties. The operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties. In case of any doubts about connection and operation refer please to our customer center

⚠ Use the appliance only outside, never use it in confined and bad ventilated areas.

Specified Conditions Of Use

Petrol engine-powered pile driver exclusively for driving piles made of timber, plastic and non-hardened metals as well as metal alloys. Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use. Not observing general regulations in force and instructions from this manual does not make the manufacturer liable for damages.

It is necessary to comply with the regulations applicable in the country where the truck is used.

Requirements for operating staff

The appliance may only be operated and maintained by persons familiarised with it and informed about possible risks. Never let children work with the appliance. Never let adults work with the appliance unless they have been properly trained. The operating staff must carefully read the Operating Instructions before using the appliance. Qualification: Apart from the detailed instructions by a professional, no special qualification is necessary for appliance using.
Minimum age: Persons over 16 years of age can only work on the appliance. An exception includes youngsters trained in order to reach knowledge under supervision of the trainer during occupational education. Local regulations may stipulate the minimum age of the user.
Training: Using the appliance only requires corresponding training by a professional or the Operating Instructions. No special training is necessary.

Residual risks

⚠ Danger of injury !
Never touch under the housing body when the engine is running. Wear protective shoes.
⚠ Wear safety goggles when working.

⚠ Danger of burns ! Some parts of the appliance get too hot when the appliance is operated. Contacting hot parts of the unit may cause burns. Let the unit cool down after its operation is over.
⚠ Risk of poisoning! Exhaust gases, fuel and lubricants are toxic. Inhaling exhaust gases may be fatal! Do not operate the unit in closed spaces where dangerours carbon monoxide gases may accumulate.
⚠ Risk of explosion / Risk of fire! Petrol and petrol vapours are highly flammable, explosive. Do not work with the unit in an environment with a risk of explosion where there are flammable liquids, gases or dust. Never operate the unit near highly flammable materials.
Even when the device is used properly and all safety regulations are complied with, there still may be some residual risks.
· Hearing damage
A longer stay in the immediate vicinity of the running unit may cause hearing damage. Wear ear protectors!
· Damage to health arising from vibrations to hand and arms if the device is used for a long time or if the device is not guided and evaluated properly. Vibration damping systems are no guaranteed protection against white finger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully check the state of your fingers and wrist if you have regularly used the appliance for a long time. If any symptom of the diseases above appears, seek medical advice immediately. To reduce the white finger disease risk, keep your hands warm and take regular breaks during your work. Despite the observance of the operating instructions there still may be some hidden residual risks.

Emergency procedure

Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly as possible. Protect the injured person from further harm and calm them down. For the sake of eventual accident, in accordance with DIN 13164, a workplace has to be fitted with a first-aid kit. It is essential to replace any used material in the first-aid kit immediately after it has been used. If you seek help, state the following pieces of information:

Accident site
Accident type
Number of injured persons
Injury type(s)

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Safety Instructions

Keep children and other persons including animals in a safe distance when using the appliance. Minimum safe distance is 15 m. Wear suitable work clothing such as sturdy shoes with non-slip sole, safety glasses and hearing protection! Do not wear loose clothing or jewels. Hear, clothing and gloves must be out of reach of moving parts as they could get caught by the rotating parts. Do not use the appliance when barefooted or in open sandals. Do not use the appliance if you are tired, ill, under influence of drugs, alcohol drinks or medicaments.

Turn the appliance on only when in a normal working position. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

⚠ Poor lighting/light conditions represent a high safety risk. Provide adequate lighting or good lighting conditions when working with the machine.
When working, keep the appliance firmly with both hands and with a distance from your body.
⚠ Be careful when going backwards risk of tripping! The ON/OFF switch and safety switch must not be locked. Using other spare parts can result in accidents/injuries of the user. The manufacturer will not be liable for any such damage. Machine to be stored in a dry place.

⚠ Check all screw and plug-in connections and protective equipment if firm and tightened properly and whether all moving parts are running smooth whenever the appliance is to be put into operation.
⚠ The protective equipment on the appliance is strictly prohibited to be disassembled, changed, used in conflict with the designation and it is prohibited to attach any protective equipment of other manufacturers.
⚠ The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts.
⚠ Risk of fire! Fuel is highly flammable. Prohibited smoking and open fire using. Do not store any fuel near the unit. Keep the fuel in suitable containers only. The appliance may only be refuelled outdoors and not near open fire or burning cigarettes. Emergency procedure After use, let the unit cool down for at least 5 minutes before refuelling. Make sure the fuel does not overflow. If the fuel overflows, the engine must not be started. Remove any dirt from the appliance and prevent any attempt at ignition until fuel fumes have evaporated. Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. Fuel tank to be emptied outdoors only. Never keep the unit with petrol in the tank inside a building where petrol vapours could get in contact with open fire or sparks.

Maintenance

Switch the engine off and remove the socket plug before any work on the engine.
Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may only be performed by qualified authorised staff. Use only original accessories and original spare parts. Keep the device, in particular the air vents, clean at all times. Never spray water on the device body! Never clean the machine and its components with solvents, flammable or toxic liquids. Us only a damp cloth making. Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance can serve as a satisfactory aid. Insufficient maintenance and care can lead to unforeseen accidents and injuries. If necessary, a list of spare parts can be found at www.guede.com.

Disposal
The disposal instructions are based on the icons placed on the appliance or its package.
Any damaged or disposed devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres. Transport packaging disposal The packaging protects the machine against damage during transport. Packaging materials are usually chosen based on environment aspects and waste treatment principles and are therefore recyclable. Returning the packaging into material circulation saves raw materials and reduces waste production. Parts of packagings (e.g. foils, styropor®) can be dangerous for children. Risk of suffocation! Keep parts of the packaging’s out of reach of children and dispose them as soon as possible.

Guarantee
Warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use and 24 months applies to private use and commences on the day of purchase of the device. The guarantee solely covers inadequacies caused by material defect or manufacturing defect. Original payment voucher with the sales date needs to be submitted for any claim in the guarantee period. The guarantee does not cover any unauthorised use such as appliance overloading, use of violence, damage as a result of any unauthorised interference or caused by foreign items. Failing to follow the operating and assembly instructions and common wear are also not included in the guarantee.
Important information for the customer Please be sure to know that returning the product in or after the warranty period must be made in the original packaging.

Service
Do you have any technical questions? Any claim? Do you need any spare parts or operating instructions? We will quickly help you and without needles bureaucracy at our web pages at www.guede.com in the Servicing part. Please help us be able to help you. In order to identify your device in case of claim we need the serial No., product No. and year of production. All this data can be found on the type label. Please enter it here for future reference:
Serial No.:
Art. No:
Year of production:

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