SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Y Regularly check that the muf�er is securely attached to Y Place the machine on the ground, press the machine
the machine.body against the ground with your left hand (NOTE! Not
your foot). Now grasp the starter handle with your right
hand and then pull quickly and Ţrmly.
Y The muf�er on your machine is equipped with a spark
arrestor mesh; this must be cleaned regularly. See the
heading Muf�er in the Maintenance chapter. A blocked
mesh will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to
serious damage.Fuel safety
Y Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve.
Y Never refuel the machine while the engine is running.
Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes
Y Never use a muf�er with a defective spark arrestor mesh.before refuelling.
Y Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling or
mixing fuel (petrol and 2-stroke oil).
WARNING! Never use a machine with faulty
safety equipment. The machineOs safety
!Y Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant and equipment must be checked and maintained
may even cause skin changes.
as described in this section. If your machine
fails any of these checks contact your Y Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point
service agent to get it repaired.before starting it.
General safety precautions
General
Y Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect
your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.
Y Never start the machine:
Y Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
under the heading Personal protective equipment. - If you have spilt fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow
remaining fuel to evaporate.
Y Never use a machine that has been modiŢed in any way
from its original speciŢcation. - If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes, change
your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in
Y Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks,
maintenance and service instructions described in this contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
manual. Some maintenance and service measures must - If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks
be carried out by trained and qualiŢed specialists. See from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
instructions under the heading Maintenance.
Y All covers and guards must be Ţtted before starting. Transport and storage
Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are
undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock.Y Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is
no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with
Y The blower operator must ensure that no people or sparks or naked �ames, for example, from electrical
animals come closer than 15 metres. When several machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/switches or
operators are working at the same site a safety distance boilers.
of at least 15 metres must be in effect.
Y When storing and transporting fuel always use approved
containers intended for this purpose.
Starting
Y When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank
Y Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be must be emptied. Contact your local petrol station to Ţnd
dangerous if inhaled.out where to dispose of excess fuel.
Y Observe the surroundings and ensure that no people or
animals can come into contact with the blower.
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