The user and/or operator are responsible for any damages or injury caused to properties
and/or persons.
14.7. Remarks
The safety precautions and instructions given in this manual are unable to cover in detail
all the conditions and situations that may arise.
The operator and/or user must use common sense and caution when operating the product
especially for any matters that are not referred in the above
3.2- Safety precautions
Initial preparation before operation
- When you operate the blower, always wear full-length trousers, as well as sturdy, closed shoes
that provide good support.
- Under no circumstances should jewelry, any other body ornamentation, or loose clothing be worn
while operating the device as these items could be drawn into the suction orifice. When working
outdoors, rubber gloves and n on-slip footwear should always be worn. If you have long hair, put it
in a hair net.
- Wear protective equipment and always wear protective goggles.
Wearing protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-slip footwear, protective gloves, a helmet
and/or hearing protection (depending on the type and application of the electrical device concerned)
reduces the risk of injury.
- When performing work that generates dust, wear a dust protective mask.
- Each time you use the blower, check the integrity of the product’s power cord and your own
extension cord. The product should only be operated when its accessories are in perfect working
order. Any damaged or defective components should be repaired immediately by a qualified
technician.
Under no circumstances should the blower be operated while safety devices or protections are
damaged or if safety equipment such as a deflection device or collection bag are not installed.
- Only extension cords that are rated for outdoor use should be used outdoors.
Any extension cord used should measure a minimum cross section of 1.5mm2. All plug-in
connections should have an earth contact and water-spray shielding.
During use
- Make sure the power cord is kept behind and away from the device while you work.
- If the power cord or extension cord are damaged while you work, unplug the blower immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CABLE BEFORE UNPLUGGING IT FROM ITS POWER SOURCE.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- Never use the power cord as a handle to lift or carry the device.
- Always unplug the product under the following circumstances:
. When the blower is not in use, is being carried/transported, or is left unattended.
. While examining, cleaning or unclogging the product.
. When cleaning the product, performing maintenance on it, or attaching accessories to it.
. If the device strikes a foreign object (e.g. fence…) or begins vibrating abnormally.
- If product bumps into any object during operation, stop it and control that it has not been damaged.
Replace or repair any damaged piece in a qualified service centre.
- Use the blower in daylight or with adequate illumination.
- Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
- Bear in mind that the force generated by an electrical device can make you lose your balance.
Therefore, make sure that your feet are firmly planted and that your body is well balanced when
you are operating the product.
- Never operate the blower on damp or wet grass.
- Use of the blower on sloping areas:
