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Danger!
When using equipment, a few safety precautions
must be observed to avoid injuries and damage.
Please read the complete operating manual with
due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so
that the information is available at all times. If
you give the equipment to any other person, give
them these operating instructions as well.
We accept no liability for damage or accidents
which arise due to non-observance of these inst-
ructions and the safety information.
1. General safety regulations
General instructions
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Read the complete operating manual with
due care. Acquaint yourself with the controls
and how to use the tool.
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This appliance is not intended for use by per-
sons (including children) with reduced phy-
sical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
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Never allow children to use the tool.
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Never allow other persons who are not fami-
liar with the operating instructions to use the
tool. Contact your local government offices for
information regarding minimum age require-
ments for operating the tool.
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Never use the tool when there are people –
particularly children – or pets nearby.
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The user is responsible for any accidents
or hazards suffered by third parties or their
property.
Preparation
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Always wear sturdy footwear and long
trousers when using the tool.
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Never wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry.
They may get drawn into the suction opening.
Rubber gloves and non-slip shoes are recom-
mended when working outdoors. Wear a hair
net if you have long hair.
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Wear safety goggles while you work.
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Use a dust mask when working on dusty jobs
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Always check the tool, the power cable and
the extension cable before using the tool.
Only operate the tool when it is in good wor-
king order and is not damaged in any way.
Damaged parts have to be replaced immedi-
ately by a qualified electrician.
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Never use the tool if any of its safety devices
or guards are damaged or if any safety at-
tachments such as deflectors and/or grass
catching devices are missing.
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When working outdoors, use only extension
cables which are approved for outdoor use.
Extension cables must have a minimum
cross-section of 1.5 mm2. The plug connec-
tions must be splash-proof.
Operation
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Always trail the power cable behind the tool.
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If the power cable or extension cable is da-
maged, pull the plug out of the socket.
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NEVER TOUCH THE CABLE BEFORE THE
PLUG HAS BEEN PULLED OUT OF THE
SOCKET.
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Do not carry the tool by its power cable.
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Always pull out the power plug:
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- when the tool is not being used, when it is
being transported or when you leave it un-
supervised.
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- when you are checking the tool, cleaning it
or removing blockages.
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- when you want to carry out cleaning or
maintenance work on the tool or replace ac-
cessories.
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- after the tool impacts with foreign bodies or
you notice unusual vibrations.
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Use the tool only in broad daylight or in well-lit
conditions.
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Do not underestimate the forces involved.
Make sure you stand squarely and keep your
balance at all times.
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If possible, avoid using the tool on wet grass.
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Ensure that you maintain a steady foothold
particularly while working on slopes.
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Always walk. Never run.
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Always keep the ventilation opening clean.
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Never direct the vacuum/blow hole at persons
or animals.
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The machine may only be used at reasonable
times of the day, i.e. not in the early morning
or late evening when it will be a nuisance to
other people. Permitted times of use specified
by local authorities must be observed.
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The machine must be run at the lowest pos-
sible motor speed required to carry out the
work.
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Remove all foreign objects with a rake and
brush before starting any blowing work.
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Where conditions are dusty, dampen the sur-
face a little or use a sprinkler attachment.
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Use the full-length blower nozzle extension
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