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especially children, or pets are nearby.
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Avoid using the product in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk
of lightning.
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Do not operate in poor lighting. The
operator requires a clear view of the work
area to identify potential hazards.
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Operating similar tools nearby increases
both the risk of hearing injury and the
potential for other persons to enter your
working area.
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Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
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Keep proper footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.
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Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or
other unstable support. Stable footing on a
solid surface enables better control of the
blower in unexpected situations.
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Never use the product with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices
in place.
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Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories that 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.
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Do not touch the area around the silencer
or engine of the product. These parts get
hot during operation.
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Stop the engine and allow the product to
cool down before refuelling.
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For refuelling and fuel mixing, chose an
area that is well-ventilated, and is away
from ignition sources, such as sparks or
flames, and flammable materials.
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Remember to securely refit the fuel tank
filler cap Do not smoke when mixing fuel or
filling the fuel tank.
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Mix and store fuel in a container approved
for fuel. Keep an appropriate type of fire
extinguisher nearby for dealing with fuel
fires.
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Remember to securely refit the fuel tank
cap before starting the engine.
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Wipe away any fuel spillage. Move 9 m
away from refuelling site before starting
engine.
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To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, always stop the
engine, and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before:
–
leaving the product unattended
–
clearing blockages or unclogging chute
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checking, cleaning, or working on the
product
–
inspecting the product after striking a
foreign object
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Immediately stop the engine in an event
of accident or breakdown. Do not operate
the product again until it has been fully
checked by an authorised service centre.
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The product is not intended for frequent
use. It is for occasional use for general
applications, such as blowing leaves,
lawn clippings, etc. It is not intended for
prolonged use. Prolonged periods of
operation can cause circulatory problems
to your hands due to vibration. For use in
prolonged period, it is appropriate to use
the product with an anti-vibration feature.
WARNING
Your blower is fitted with a shoulder harness.
Carefully adjust the harness to comfortably
help to support the weight of the product
and hang at your back with the bower tube
at your right-hand side.
WARNING
Identify the quick release mechanism and
practice using it before you start using the
product. Its correct use may prevent serious
injury in the case of an emergency. Never
wear additional clothing over the harness
or otherwise restrict access to the quick
release mechanism.
BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
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Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions
to reduce the risk of injury associated with
the inhalation of dust.
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Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty
Summary of Contents for RBJ254N
Page 1: ...ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Jet Blower RBJ254N...
Page 12: ...12 UNPACKING x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 RBJ254N...
Page 14: ...14 GETTING STARTED 50 1 1 7 2 8...
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Page 17: ...17 OVERVIEW p 18 p 20 p 23 p 25 p 21 p 26...
Page 18: ...18 OPERATION 10 10 6 1 3 2 4...
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