e) The electric cord must be uncoiled.
Coiledcordcanoverheatandreducethe
efficiencyoftheproduct.Alwayswind
cordcarefully,avoidingkinks.
f) Only use the charger provided with your
unit when charging the battery.
Useofanyotherchargercouldpermanently
damagethebattery,chargerand/ortheblower
unit.
g) If operating a power tool in a damp
l ocation is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply
with a tripping current of not more than
30 mA. Even with a RCD installed,
100 % safety cannot be guaranteed and
safe working practices must be followed
at all times. Check your RCD every time
you use your product.
UseofanRCDreducestheriskofelectric
shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication.
Amomentofinattentionwhileoperating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonal
injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection and hearing
protection. To prevent dust irritation,
the use of a dust mask is recommended.
Protectiveequipmentsuchaseyeprotection,
hearingprotection,dustmask,nonskidsafety
shoes,orhardhatusedforappropriate
conditionswillreducepersonalinjuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting.
Battery-powered units do not have to be
plugged into an electrical outlet to operate;
therefore, they are always in operating mode.
Ensure the switch is in the off position
before connecting to battery charger, picking
up or carrying the tool.
Carryingpowertoolswithyourfingeronthe
switchorenergisingpowertoolsthathavethe
switchoninvitesaccidents.
d) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. On slopes, be extra
careful and wear non-slip footwear. Do not
walk backwards while operating your
product. Walk, never run. Do not use ladders
while operating the product.
Thisenablesbettercontrolofthepowertool
inunexpectedsituations.
e) Dress properly. Always wear suitable
clothing, gloves, and stout shoes.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts.
Looseclothes,jewelleryor
longhaircanbecaughtinmovingparts.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Only use the product in the manner and for
the functions described in these instructions.
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.
Thecorrect
powertoolwilldothejobbetterandsaferatthe
rateforwhichitwasdesigned.
b) Always make sure your product is in a safe
operating condition before use. Do not use
the power tool if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Know how to stop the product
quickly in an emergency.
Anypowertool
thatcannotbecontrolledwiththeswitchis
dangerousandmustberepaired.
c) The impeller continues to rotate after
your product has been switched off.
Themotormustbestoppedandtheimpeller
bladenolongerturningtoavoidseriousinjury
fromtherotatingblades.
d) Remove battery from unit:
–beforeleavingtheproductunattendedforany
period;
–beforeclearingablockage;
–beforechecking,cleaningorworkingonthe
appliance;
–iftheproductstartstovibrateabnormally.
Checkimmediately.Excessivevibrationcan
causeinjury.
–beforepassingtoanotherperson.
e) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool.
Powertoolsare
dangerousinthehandsofuntrainedusers.
f) Maintain power tools. Check for misalign-
ment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect
the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Keep all
cooling air inlets clear of debris.
Manyaccidentsarecausedbypoorlymaintained
powertools.
g) Use the power tool and accessories in
accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use the product only
in daylight or good artificial light.
Useofthe
powertoolforoperationsdifferentfromthose
intendedcouldresultinahazardoussituation.
5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger provided
with your unit and specified by the manufac-
turer.
Achargerthatissuitableforonetypeofbattery
maycreateariskoffirewhenusedwithanother
battery.
b) Use power tools only with specifically
designated batteries.
Useofanyotherbatteriesmaycreateariskof
injuryandfire.
c) When battery is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects, that can make a connection
from one terminal to another.
Shortingthebatteryterminalstogethermay
causeburnsorafire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help.
Liquidejectedfromthe
batterymaycauseirritationorburns.
6) Maintenance and storage
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replace-
ment parts.
Thiswillensurethatthesafetyof
thepowertoolismaintained.
–Keepallnuts,boltsandscrewstighttobesure
theproductisinasafeworkingcondition.
–Replacewornordamagedpartsforsafety.
–Useonlygenuinereplacementpartsand
accessories.
–Storeinacooldryplaceandoutofreachof
children.Donotstoreoutdoors.Theunit
mustnotbestoredover35°Corunderdirect
exposuretosunlight.Donotstoretheunitin
placeswithstaticelectricity.
Blower safety warnings
• Inspect the area before using the unit.
Removealldebrisandhardobjectssuch
asrocks,glass,wire,etc.,thatcanricochet,
bethrown,orotherwisecauseinjuryor
damageduringoperation.
• Never run the unit without the proper
equipment attached.
Whenusedasablower,alwaysinstall
ablowertube.Useonlyrecommended
attachmentstopreventpersonalinjury.
• Do not use blower near leaf or brush fires,
fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
Properuseoftheblowerwillhelpavoid
spreadingfire.
• Never place objects inside the blower
tubes; always direct the blowing debris
away from people, animals, glass, and
solid objects such as trees, automobiles,
walls, etc.
Theforceofaircancauserocks,dirt,orsticks
tobethrownortoricochetwhichcanhurt
peopleoranimals,breakglass,orcauseother
damage.
• Never use for spreading chemicals,
fertilizers, or any other substances.
Thiswillpreventthespreadingoftoxic
materials.
Battery safety
FIRE RISK!
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Never charge the batteries near acids or
easily inflammable materials.
RISK OF EXPLOSION!
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Protect blower unit from heat and fire.
Do not leave on radiators or expose to
strong sunshine for long periods.
Do not use the battery charger
outdoors.
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Protect the battery charger from damp or
wet areas.
Onlyuseyourunitinanambienttemperature
between–10°Cand+45°C.
Thechargingcableshouldbecheckedregularly
forsignsofdamageorageing(brittleness)and
mayonlybeusedifitisinperfectcondition.
Thechargerprovidedmayonlybeusedto
chargetherechargeablebatteriessuppliedwith
thisunit.
Non-rechargeablebatteriesmustnotbecharged
withthisbatterycharger(dangeroffire).
Theunitmustnotbeoperatedduringcharging.
Aftercharging,disconnectthechargerfromthe
mains.
Onlychargebatterybetween10°C–45°C.
Afterheavydutyserviceallowbatterytocool
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