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Keep a safe distance from moving parts and never touch surfaces that become
hot during use.
Wear a mask that filters out microscopic particles if your work generates dust, to
avoid the risks associated with inhaling harmful dust.
Before starting the machine, clear the area where you are going to use it. Remove
stones, broken glass, nails, wire ropes, ropes or other objects that could be
thrown or get caught in the machine.
Always keep a good balance. Support yourself well on your legs and do not
extend your arm too far. Otherwise, you could fall, slip or injure yourself.
Let your machine cool down before putting it away.
Before transporting this machine in a vehicle, empty the fuel tank and secure the
machine so that it cannot move during transport.
To reduce the risk of fire and burns, handle fuel with care. It is an extremely
flammable substance.
Do not smoke when handling fuel.
Mix and store fuel in a container designed to hold gasoline.
Mix the fuel in the open air, away from any sparks or flames.
Choose a clean, bare surface, stop the engine, and allow it to cool before filling it.
Slowly unscrew the fuel cap to relieve pressure and prevent fuel from spilling
around the cap.
Screw on the tank cap firmly after filling.
Wipe down the machine if you have spilled fuel.
Move at least 10m away from where you filled the fuel tank before starting the
engine.
Never attempt to burn spilled fuel.
When replacing, use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by
the manufacturer. Failure to do so could reduce the efficiency of your machine
and put you at risk of injury.
Maintain your machine with care, according to the instructions in the "Care &
Cleaning" section of this manual.
Check the condition of your machine before each use. Make sure that the
fasteners are tight, that there are no fuel leaks and that no parts are damaged.
Replace any damaged part.
To reduce the risk of injury from contact with moving parts, stop the engine before
installing or removing accessories.
Do not use your machine if the protective elements are not installed. Always
remove the spark plug before carrying out any maintenance or working on any
moving part.
Do not point the blower nozzle at people or pets.
Never start this machine if the required accessories are not installed.
Do not operate the machine near open windows,
Use a rake and broom to loosen debris before blowing.
Lightly dampen surfaces in dusty conditions before working.
Use the pipes fully assembled so that the air flow can reach the floor.
Caution: there is a risk of danger from rotating parts. Avoid coming into contact
with them.
In case of blockage or breakdown, stop using the machine immediately. Inspect it
and remove the blockage securely (see chapter “Maintenance”. In the event of a
fault, please take your machine to a qualified service for inspection.
