e) The electric cord must be uncoiled.
Coiledcordcanoverheatandreducethe
efficiencyoftheproduct.Alwayswind
cordcarefully,avoidingkinks.
f) When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use fitted with a coupler according to
IEC 60320-2-3.
Useofacordsuitablefor
outdoorusereducestheriskofelectricshock.
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.
UseofanRCD
reducestheriskofelectricshock.
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.
Amomentofinattentionwhile
operatingpowertoolsmayresultinserious
personalinjury.
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. Ensure the
switch is in the off position before connecting
to power source, picking up or carrying the
tool.
Carryingpowertoolswithyourfingeron
theswitchorenergisingpowertoolsthathave
theswitchoninvitesaccidents.
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.
Always direct the cord to the rear, away
from the product. Do not force the power
tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application.
Thecorrectpowertoolwilldo
thejobbetterandsaferattherateforwhichit
wasdesigned.
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) Disconnect the plug from the power
source:
–beforeremovingorreplacingfullyassembled
debrisbag;
–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.
Useofthepowertoolforoperationsdifferent
fromthoseintendedcouldresultinahazardous
situation.
5) Maintenance and storage
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replace-
ment parts.
Thiswillensurethatthesafety
ofthepowertoolismaintained.
–Keepallnuts,boltsandscrewstighttobesure
theproductisinasafeworkingcondition.
–Replacewornordamagedpartsforsafety.
–Useonlygenuinereplacementpartsand
accessories.
–Inspectthedebrisbagregularly.Ifthedebris
bagbecomeswornordamaged,replace.
–Storeinacooldryplaceandoutofreachof
children.Donotstoreoutdoors.
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,orstickstobethrownortoricochet
whichcanhurtpeopleoranimals,breakglass,
orcauseotherdamage.
• Never use for spreading chemicals,
fertilizers, or any other substances.
Thiswillpreventthespreadingoftoxic
materials.
Vacuum safety warnings
• Stop the motor and disconnect the
extension cord before opening the air
inlet door or attempting to insert or
remove the vacuum tubes.
Themotormustbestoppedandtheimpeller
bladesnolongerturningtoavoidserious
injuryfromtherotatingblades.
• Inspect the area before using the unit.
Hardobjectscanbethrownthroughthe
collectionbagorthehousingandbecome
dangerousmissileswhichcancause
seriousinjurytotheoperatororothers.
• Do not vacuum stones, gravel, metal,
broken glass, etc.
Properuseoftheunit
willreducepossiblepersonalinjuryand/or
damagetotheunit.
• Do not attempt to vacuum water or other
liquids.
Waterorotherliquidsentering
apowertoolwillincreasetheriskofelectric
shock.
• Never run the unit without the proper
equipment attached.
Whenusedas
avacuum,alwaysinstallvacuumtubesand
collectionbagassembly.Makesurethe
collectionbagassemblyiscompletelyzipped
whenunitisrunningtoavoidflyingdebris.
Useonlyrecommendedattachments.
• Do not vacuum discarded matches, cigars,
cigarettes, or ash from fireplaces, barbecue
pits, brush piles, etc.
Avoidsituationswhich
couldsetthecollectionbagonfire.Toavoid
spreadingfire,donotuseblowernearleafor
brushfires,fireplaces,barbecuepits,ashtrays,
etc.
• Always use the shoulder strap when
vacuuming.
Thiswillhelpmaintaincontrol
ofthepowertool.
• Check air intake openings, elbow tube,
and vacuum tubes frequently, always with
the unit stopped and the power source
disconnected.
Keepventsandtubesfreeof
debriswhichcanaccumulateandrestrict
properairflow.Donotusewithanyopening
blocked.Keepfreeofdust,lint,hairand
anythingthatmayreduceairflow.
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