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■ Operate the product on a firm, level surface
only.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Recharge only with the charger specified
by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
■ Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury
and fire
■ When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other
small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.
■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
OPERATION
■ Operate the product only at reasonable
hours – not early in the morning or late at
night when people might be disturbed.
■ Never operate the product in an explosive
atmosphere.
■ Avoid using the product in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk
of lightning.
■ Do not operate in poor lighting. The
operator requires a clear view of the work
area to identify potential hazards.
■ Use of hearing protection reduces the
ability to hear warnings (shouts or alarms).
The operator must pay extra attention to
what is going on in the working area.
■ Do not get distracted and always
concentrate on your task.
■ Operating similar tools nearby increases
both the risk of hearing injury and the
potential for other persons to enter your
working area.
■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.
■ Always be sure of the footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
■ Keep all parts of your body away from any
moving part. Rotating impeller blades can
cause severe injury.
■ Never run the product without the proper
equipment attached.
■ Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories which are not
recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
If the product is dropped, suffers heavy
impact, or begins to vibrate abnormally,
immediately stop the product and inspect
for damage or identify the cause of the
vibration. Any damage should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, always stop the
product, remove the battery, and make
sure all moving parts have come to a stop:
● before cleaning or clearing a blockage
● when leaving the product unattended
● before installing or removing
attachments
● before checking, maintaining, or working
on the product
● to inspect the product for damage after
striking a foreign object
● if the product starts to vibrate abnormally
(inspect immediately)
■ Immediately switch off and remove the
battery pack in the event of accident or
breakdown. Do not operate the product
again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
BLOWER SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions
to reduce the risk of injury associated with
the inhalation of dust.
■ Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty
conditions.
■ Do not point the blower nozzle in the
direction of people or pets.
■ Never place objects inside the blower
tubes.