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P
OWER
B
LOWER
O
PERATOR
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S
M
ANUAL
Hot Humid Weather --
Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may
lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late
afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.
SAFE
OPERATION
Determine Operation Area --
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Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as
stones or metal objects.
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Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and
animals prevented from coming nearer than 15M (50 ft.) while the
blower is in use.
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Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequatly ventilated
areas..
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Take wind conditions into account: avoid open doors and windows.
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Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual
and instructions for safe operation.
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Do not point blower at people or animals.
Use Proper Clothing & Equipment
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Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person
working within the 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required
Protective Equipment and clothing.
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Keep long hair away from engine and blower intake. Retain hair
with cap or net.
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Start unit on ground with throttle at idle. Check that blower pipe
is not blocked by the ground or by any objects.
Keep A Firm Grip
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Hold handle with fingers together encircling the handle.
Keep A Solid Stance
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Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on
slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd posi-
tions or on ladders.
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Do not perform Maintenance or Assembly procedures with engine
running.
Noise Control
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Follow local noise regulations on sound levels and hours of
operations. Use only during appropriate hours.
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Never use a higher speed setting then necessary to perform a task.
The higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise.
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Be a good neighbor.
Avoid Hot Surfaces
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During operation, the exhaust area may become very hot, too hot to
touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.
