SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
5. Never operate theBasic working techniques
blower in poorly
Y Adjust the harness so that the machine is easy to carry.
ventilated spaces where
exhause fumes might
otherwise be inhaled.
WARNING!
!Always stop the engine when cleaning.
6. Do not operate the
blower while standing
on a ladder or a stand.
Y The speed of the air jet is
controlled with the
7. Avoid usage in
throttle. Select the speed
unfavourable weather
that best suits the
conditions. For
application. To avoid
example, thick fog,
holding your finger on the
heavy rain, strong
throttle all the time when
winds or extreme cold,
using the blower, the
etc. To work in bad
required throttle can be set
weather conditions is
with the throttle adjuster
tiring and can create
(D). Full throttle is
dangerous
obtained when the throttle
circumstances, e.g.
adjuster is pushed in fully.
slippery surfaces.
Y Make sure that the air
intake is not blocked by
8. Make sure you can
leaves or rubbish. This will
walk and stand safely.
reduce the machineOs air
Look out for any
blowing capacity and
obstacles with
increase the engineOs
unexpected movement
working temperature,
(roots, stones,
which can lead to engine
branches, pits, ditches,
failure. Stop the engine and
etc.). Take great care
remove the object.
when working on
Y Observe the direction of
sloping ground.
the wind. Work in the
direction of the wind to
9. Never put the machine
simplify your work.
down with the engine
Y Using the blower to move
running unless you
large heaps is time
have good sight of it.
consuming and creates
unnecessary
WARNING!
Warning for thrown objects. Always wear
!protective glasses. Stones, rubbish, etc.
can be thrown up into the eyes causing
blindness or serious injury.
Keep unauthorised persons at a distance.
Children, animals, onlookers and helpers
should be kept outside the safety zone of
15 m (50 feet). Stop the machine
immediately if anyone approaches.
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