SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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For mufflers it is very important that you follow the
instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your
machine. See instructions under the heading Checking,
maintaining and servicing the machine’s safety
equipment.
Checking, maintaining and
servicing the machine
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equipment
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If you detect abnormal vibration or noise during
operation, promptly stop the blower and check
whether something has broken.
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If a breakdown has occured, do not operate the blower
until the problem is fixed.
Stop switch
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Start the engine and make sure the engine stops
when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.
Move the throttle trigger to the idling position and press
the stop switch (red button) until the engine comes to a
complete stop.
Muffler
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Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler.
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Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached
to the machine.
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The muffler on your machine is equipped with a spark
arrestor mesh; this must be cleaned regularly. See the
heading Muffler in the Maintenance chapter. A
blocked mesh will cause the engine to overheat and
may lead to serious damage. Never use a muffler with
a defective spark arrestor mesh.
Air filter
Never use the leaf blower without an air filter or with a
damaged or deformed filter element as unfiltered, dusty
air can quickly destroy the engine.
General working instructions
Show consideration to persons in your surroundings by
avoiding using the machine at unsuitable times, such as
late in the evening or early in the morning. Reduce the
noise levels by limiting the number of equipment units
used simultaneously. Read through and follow the simple
directions so that you disturb your surroundings as little as
possible.
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Use the blower with the lowest possible throttle. It is
seldom necessary to use full throttle, and many work
procedures can be done at half throttle. A lower
throttle means less noise and less dust, and it is also
easier to keep control over the rubbish collected
together/moved.
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WARNING!
Bear in mind that: Engine exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide, which can
cause carbon monoxide poisoning. For
this reason you should not start or run
the machine indoors, or anywhere that is
poorly ventilated.
The exhaust fumes from the engine are
hot and may contain sparks which can
start a fire. Never start the machine
indoors or near combustible material!
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WARNING! The inside of the muffler
contain chemicals that may be
carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these
elements in the event of a damaged
muffler.
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WARNING! All servicing and repair work
on the machine requires special training.
This is especially true of the machine
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safety equipment. If your machine fails
any of the checks described below you
must contact your service agent. When
you buy any of our products we
guarantee the availability of professional
repairs and service. If the retailer who
sells your machine is not a servicing
dealer, ask him for the address of your
nearest service agent.
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WARNING! Never use a machine with
faulty safety equipment. The machine's
safety equipment must be checked and
maintained as described in this section.
If your machine fails any of these checks
contact your service agent to get it
repaired.
IMPORTANT! This section considers basic safety rules
when working with blowers. If you encounter a situation
where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask
an expert. Contact your dealer or your service
workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider to be
beyond your capability.
