MTD BLB40, Original Operating Instructions

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Safety information
EN
Safety information
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Adopt a normal posture. Ensure you are
standing securely and that you maintain your
balance at all times. Pay particular attention, if
you are working on a slope. Do not run, rather
walk forwards at a steady pace. This will ensure
that you can maintain better control of the device
if unexpected situations occur.
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Take extra care if you are walking backwards.
Risk of tripping!
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Switch the motor off when carrying the device
to or from separate working positions.
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Never bypass or manipulate switching
mechanisms installed on the device.
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Never aim the device toward people, pets or
windows. Always blow in a direction where
there are neither people nor animals, nor
where delicate solid objects are located; such
as windows, walls, cars, etc.
After use
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Switch the device off, remove the power pack
and check the device for damage.
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If you need to clean or service the device,
switch it off and remove the power pack.
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Ensure that ventilation slots are free from dirt.
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Do not clean the leaf blower using water.
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Store the device in a safe, dry location out of
the reach of children.
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Do not repair the device yourself; it must be
repaired by a qualified expert or workshop.
General safety information
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Never use a device with damaged or missing
guards or covers. They must be repaired or
replaced by a qualified expert or workshop.
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Spare parts must meet the requirements of
the manufacturer. Therefore use only original
spare parts or spare parts approved by the
manufacturer. During replacement, always
observe the supplied fitting instructions and first
remove the power pack.
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Repairs must only be performed by a qualified
technician or service centre.
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The device must not be used for purposes
other than those intended because of the risk
of bodily injury to the user or other persons.
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Only use the leaf blower in daylight or under
bright artificial light. Keep your work area clean
and well lit.
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Only use the leaf blower in dry weather
conditions. Keep it away from rain or damp. The
ingress of water into the leaf blower increases the
risk of an electric shock.
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Do not touch any dangerous moving parts
before the moving parts have come to a
standstill and the power pack has been
removed.
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Even if all safety and operating instructions
are heeded, there is always a residual risk
of injury and property damage. Always be
conscious of this!
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Do not use the device if it is raining or there is a
risk of storms.
Intended use
The leaf blower is intended solely for the blowing
together of leaves and mowed cuttings in private
households.
Any other use is classed as incorrect use.
The user shall be liable for any damage arising from
incorrect use.
Incorrect/abnormal use
This leaf blower should not be used in public facili-
ties, parks, sports grounds, roads etc. nor in agricul-
ture or forestry.