F.F. Group GBB 452 PRO, Original Instructions Manual

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GBB 452 PRO | GBB 576 PRO
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Read this manual carefully before using the blower and
take care of all safety instructions, in order to prevent any
injury and damage. Please forward these safety instruc
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tions to any other person who uses the blower. Always
use your common sense to avoid all situations considered
beyond your capability. Do not use the blower while you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any
other medication. Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a blower. Never allow children or people
unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine.
Local laws can restrict the minimum age of the operator.
Bear in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or unexpected events occurring to other peo
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ple or their property. Do not hesitate to contact with us if
you have any questions about the use of blower, we will
provide you with advice as well as help, on how to use
the blower safely.
BLOWERS SAFETY WARNINGS
GENERAL WARNINGS
1.
Always wear adequate clothing which does not ham -
per movements when using the machine.
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Always wear slim-fitting protective clothes, anti-vibra -
tion gloves, protective goggles, half-mask respirator,
acoustic protection equipment, anti-shear safety boots
with non–slip soles.
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Never wear scarves, shirts, necklaces or any hanging
or flapping accessory that could catch in the machine.
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Tie up your hair if it is long.
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A breathing mask should be used when there is a risk
of dust.
2. DANGER! Petrol is highly flammable.
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keep the fuel in containers which have been specifically
manufactured and homologated for such use;
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add fuel, using a funnel, only outdoors; do not smoke
during this operation and each time fuel is handled;
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slowly open the fuel tank to allow the pressure inside
to decrease gradually;
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add fuel before starting the engine; never remove
the tank cap or add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot;
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if you have spilt some fuel, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the area of
spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until
the fuel has evaporated and fuel vapors have dissipated;
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always put the tank and fuel container caps back on
and tighten well;
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immediately clean up all traces of fuel spilt on the ma -
chine or on the ground;
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never start the machine in the same place you refilled it
with fuel; the engine must be started in an area at least
3 meters from where you refilled the fuel tank;
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make sure your clothing does not come into contact
with the fuel.
ENGLISH
3. Replace faulty or damaged silencers.
4. Never use a machine that is faulty. Before using the
machine, carry out an accurate inspection of the ma -
chines efficiency and in particular:
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the throttle trigger must move freely, it must not need
force and should return automatically and rapidly back
to the neutral position;
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the engine stop switch knob must easily move from
one position to the other;
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the electric cables and in particular the spark plug cable
must be in perfect condition to avoid the generation
of any sparks, and the cap must be correctly fitted on
the spark plug;
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the machine handgrips and protection devices must be
clean and dry and well fastened to the machine;
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the guards must be fitted before starting and never be
damaged;
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the rotor must never be damaged;
5. Thoroughly inspect the whole work area and use a
rake or yard brush to manually loosen debris and re
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move anything that could be projected by the machine
or be a hazardous source (stones, branches, iron wire,
bones etc.)
6. Always check for any objects that may block the air
intake screen before beginning work.A clogged air
intake reduces the machine’s blowing capacity and in
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creases the engine’s working temperature, which can
result in engine failure. Stop the engine and remove
the object.
7. If the machine catches fire or other emergency occurs
which forces you to release yourself from the machine,
open the harness straps and let the machine fall back
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wards.
DURING USE
1)
Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can develop.
2) Work only in daylight or with good artificial light in
good visibility conditions.
3) When working in dry dusty soil conditions, it is recom -
mended to moisten the surface slightly.
4) Try not to cause any disturbance. Use this machine at
reasonable times of the day only (not early morning or
late evening when the noise could cause disturbance).
5) Do not mount equipment or accessories on the ma -
chine not foreseen or approved by the manufacturer.
Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the death of the op
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erator or others.
6) Never use the machine:
Without mounting all the accessories foreseen for
each use; When people, especially children or pets are
nearby; In confined spaces, in the presence of fumes,
in an explosive environment or close to inflammable
materials or electrical equipment.
7) Take on a firm and well-balanced position:
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where possible, avoid working on wet, slippery ground
or in any case on uneven or steep ground that does not
guarantee stability for the operator;
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never run, but walk carefully paying attention to the lay
of the land and any eventual obstacles;
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assess the potential risks of the ground to be worked
and take all necessary precautions to ensure your own